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A gentle giant...
TinyHooman, 09/01/2018
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
41 of 41 people found this review helpful
I bought my Trailblazer in 2016... When my first car bit the dust, I was devastated. I drove a little Escape til it croaked. So, when I was looking for a new vehicle, I was at first intimidated by this giant gold nugget that was called a Trailblazer... It seemed big! Powerful! And, again, really, really big. But this truck handles so well, and is such a smooth, comfortable ride. The visibility is great, especially given its size. My worries were put at ease as soon as I took off on a test run. This truck, despite running 6 cylinders, is silent from the inside. Two years, and about 40,000 miles later, now at almost 170,000, it's grown on me, and still, runs silent. Only time you hear the truck is when you hear it's power. Also, a great off-roader. Really does blaze a trail.
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Research Pays
itcd, 03/29/2014
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
61 of 63 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle 3 years ago with 87000 miles, and have since brought it up to 107000 so far. One thing I have noticed is that it seems to get a lot of guff around the Internet, but seems more like a mixed bag. Some people have transmissions failing prematurely, while I know of people with over 200k and no rebuild of either motor or transmission. This vehicle isn't for everybody. It isn't a "just buy it and drive it" type, it requires a bit more care and attentiveness than the average person will want to put into it. But for those who are willing, it is quite rewarding and proves to be snappy with its strong engine and okay steering response.
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Treated like Trump
John, 05/30/2018
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
48 of 53 people found this review helpful
I bought my Trailblazer in 2006, a year old from Hertz. It was a rental. The reviews were terrible. I checked it out and thought is was pretty good. I bought it. Twelve years later and over 122,000 miles it is still great. On line people still bash the Trailblazer, but with routine maintenance and what I consider normal repairs for any vehicle as it ages, the Trailblazer is still great. At one time I thought my transmission was going bad, but I did my research and come to find out it was only the throttle body. Replacing the throttle body is easy and cheap. Can be done for less than 200 dollars and about 20 minutes. I watched a you tube video and did it myself. I'm not a mechanic. After reading all the horror stories of people buying new transmissions and still having troubles, I think they got taken advantage of by their mechanics. These people then go online and blame the Trailblazer. This is not the fault of the Trailblazer. Also, my Trailblazer survived three teenage sons learning to drive and then abusing the heck out of it when they went solo. I have nothing but admiration for my Trailblazer.
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Family favorite
Rest in Peace, 10/20/2010
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I loved my 05' Trailblazer. For an LT model it had everything and drove like a charm. From Florida and drove this truck all the way to Watertown, NY through a blizzard and all and it held up like a gladiator! I had it for four years and had no major problems, expected to keep it forever until involved in a serious hit and run accident where our baby was totaled! At one point I thought we would flip but that truck stayed on all 4's and saved our lives! For the price this is the best of it's kind and is worth every penny!
GREAT VEHICLE!
Dimen Burgos, 12/02/2016
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
30 of 34 people found this review helpful
I've owned this truck for a 1year now & it's been NOTHING BUT RELIABLE!!! I purchased it with 132k & only issue it had was exhaust leak. I fixed that right away & haven't had any issues since I am now at 146,897miles! I'm really good at taking care of it though. I warm it up before I leave for about 10min everyday, I get the motor oil changed every 2,000 , I have all my fluids checked every 3months, I have it a tune up the same week I bought it so I've always fault if you treat the car right it'll treat you right. Great off road, gets really good highway mpg for its size. I would say combined are usually average at around 20-25 mpg which isn't bad. If I take a trip that's mainly highway it would get like 27-29mpg but I drive speed limit so gotta factor that in to it. I know I have many more years to go with this truck! If you can get your hands on one for a good deal GO FOR IT!!!
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Working with the tried and true
Chuck, 11/04/2017
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Bought this '05 Trailblazer as a replacement vehicle. Found it online at an area Chevrolet dealership. This particular truck has aged well, only 92K miles on the odometer, not a scratch and was taken care of by the previous owner. An LS model, with the Bose stereo, 6-disc CD changer, sliding sunroof, so there's a nice couple of options on it. I used to own an '07 Trailblazer and had a very good experience with it. The 4.2L Vortec -6 is plenty strong enough to suit my purposes, albeit it can seem a bit thirsty if you're not careful and a little heavy on the throttle. All-in-all, a good value with some good features for it's time. Hope to get similar results from this one like the old one.
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Loved my Trailblazer
mrsgaylonj, 10/31/2010
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I currently have 97,000 miles on my car and in all that time the ONLY repair/maintenance I've ever had to do was new tires, new left motor mount, front brakes and a new wire for the passenger side front headlight. All these that I just listed were done w/in the last 8000 miles. I've had 0 tranny issues. It is super comfy, fast, durable, handles well. We just had a baby so just traded it in for a new Escape, but I will miss it. It has by far been my favorite vehicle I've ever owned!
Car going in reverse while in Drive
RM, 06/23/2010
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Is anyone experiencing problems with the trailblazer going in reverse while in drive? It has happened to me twice, once in traffic, while stopped at a light on a slight hill. The only way it would go forward was to turn it off and restart it.
Lots of problems in a short time
mike, 08/03/2010
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have had this vehicle for over a year now. When I got it, it had 85,000 miles on it. I love the way it drives and handles, tows great as well, and is comfortable. When I first got it, I had to replace the fuel pump $300. Next, the number 5 cylinder= $3300. Now at 94,000 miles I have a transmission leak on the line, transmission shifts hard and may need to be replaced.
gas and money hog. no resale value.
rachel, 04/13/2018
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
i have owned for 3 years bought with 60k miles replaced almost all of the front suspension, pads and rotors twice. major electrical problems fuses keep blowing for no reason along with the wiring for the heater panel. would not recommend.
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Reliable
tbguy1, 07/03/2013
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
The only real problem in 150K miles I've had was the fuel gage. If I compared this to all my other vehicles I've owned, mostly Japanese, it is better, and waaaaay better than my Toyota. Reliability is my number one issue. I hate paying for and doing repairs. Chevrolet paid for half of the repair and I didn't even have to chase them down nor was the vehicle still under warranty at 75K miles. This was parts and labor coverage. But as for the vehicle I just love it. Period. It's everything I ever wanted in an SUV - my first SUV. If you buy a vehicle brand new be sure to get what you want. If it's a Chevy it will last you many, many, many years so get all the goodies! and enjoy.
Most Underrated SUV On The Market
Mel Turner, 02/14/2009
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2005 TB, LS 4x4 in Jan 2007 with 97,000 miles. I paid $11,000. High mileage doesn't scare me. As long as you perform scheduled maintenance, today's engines are engineered to last 500,0000 miles or more. I installed DVD system, I put Continental tires on and had 100,000 service: tune-up, coolant and all fluids changed, all filters and engine belts changed. At 130,000 miles, my SUV runs like it just left the showroom floor. The most dependable car I've ever driven, including Toyota. I get excellent gas mileage for an SUV with a 6 cylinder truck engine. 4x4 extremey sure footed in inclement weather. I love my TrailBlazer.
This Truck
Ashlie, 06/10/2010
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck almost brand new in 2006. Within 2 months the struts went out. Then the radiator then to top it all off for no reason I had to get a new motor in 2009. I don't understand how one truck can have so many problems. I don't understand how people are so happy with this truck.
Nothing but trouble
kmoore2, 07/10/2013
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
My wife insisted she wanted this car when we bought it in 2008......why did I listen. We are at 112,000 miles and the gas gauge is broke, speedometer broke, voltage meter broke, #6 cylinder has lost compression and now the engine needs replaced. Just replaced the clutch fan on the trans. GM should be embarrassed they produced such a piece of junk that worked great for most people for the first 3 years, just in time for the warranty to run out. Know issues with the gauges but they will on pay half on the gas gauge to fix. Same on them. I will never by another GM product.
BAD CAR! Don't buy!
dave1234567, 05/27/2011
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
20 of 27 people found this review helpful
This car was purchased almost brand new from the local Chevy dealer. We have had nothing but problems from week one. To start with the most recent problem, almost the entire dash is out. We have a gas gauge that works and nothing else. There are too many items we have replaced to list. Stay away from this car!
ISSUES THROUGHT THE YEARS....
nolaredgirl, 09/24/2011
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
12 of 16 people found this review helpful
My husband purchased me this SUV brand new in the year of 2005. Two years later, the mile reader went bad. After getting that issue repaired, the gas gauge went out. Since then, I started to drive the SUV by the mileage because I refuse to pay between $600-$1200 to get it repaired. After writing to Chevrolet, I was promised a returned call but that never happened. Because I went over the mileage for the warranty, Chevrolet could not cover the repair. Now four years later, in Sept 2011, I get a letter from Chevrolet stating that they will cover 50% of the cost to get the gas gauge repaired. Are you kidding me??? I'm about ready to trade this SUV in specially now that the TRANSMISSION went bad
2005 Trailblazer
pissedoff16, 11/05/2013
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
14 of 19 people found this review helpful
Purchased my Trailblazer in 2006. It was a Pre-Certified car with only 13,000 miles. It carried the full 100,000 or 5 year warranly. At 104,000 miles (2011) the transmission went out. I purchased a New Chevy transmission to put back in it. Cost over $2500. Since then I have had nothing but problems with this car!!!! I have replaced air pump, 4 air injection pumps, 2 years my gas gauge hardly reads any gas in my car. I did not recieve a letter in 2011 about gas gauage. Now I am over the 120,000 limit. If you figure that, you can drive 1500 a year or 24 miles a day. Who can do that. I am pissed.
2005 Lemon
NomoreChevys, 01/26/2009
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
We bought this vehicle at 36,000 miles and at 50,000 it needed a new transmission (automatic) because of a manufacturer defect that the dealership called "dipstick intrusion". Apparently water was getting in the transmission through the dipstick. Good thing we purchased the extended warranty or we would have been out $3500. This is the most unreliable car I have ever driven for how new it is. We take it in routinely for all regular maintenance and had tranny maintenance 2 months before it crapped out. Now the heater won't work and the oil gage is registering zero with no engine light indicator and there is oil in the engine. I'll never buy a Chevy again!
Save Your Money !!
Decisionmaker, 10/02/2008
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I wish I had more than 700 characters to describe. Quality is less than desirable, very cheap interior, many factory screws missing. Fuel economy is a joke along with the electrical system. If considering this vehicle there is a reason for the 36K mile warranty, don't go past it. Many small issues and if your looking for a toss away vehicle you have made the correct choice. Just some advice for inclement zones, the trailblazer for a 4x4 is horrible in the snow/ice and even more dangerous on wet roads. I purchased new and have had all warranty work done and it is still a money hog with costly repairs. Gee, I wonder why GM is in trouble with TRUCK and SUV sales.Sorry this is my last GM product.
Love my SUV
andrea, 08/01/2006
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I'm a mother of 2 active children who has to have friends go everywhere we go. I really didn't like the feel of driving a minivan, plus it wasn't 4WD so I thought I would try an SUV. I love it. I wouldn't buy anything else. I can count on it to get me through tough snow storms with ice and rain. There's enough room for 7. and not be jammed in. Gas mileage is just as good as a van. I'm getting 19 mpg in town and about 23 mpg on the highway. I love my SUV
My First American Car....a Winner!
Jay Bee, 12/07/2005
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Very nervous about purchasing my first American car, but heard very good things about this model. After 3 weeks, I am very pleased with my choice....inline 6 cyl. runs like a dream, whisper quiet, with similar gas mileage to the much less powerful V6 in my Rodeo. Interior appears simple and functional and attractive to me...exterior looks great and turns heads. Biggest sell is plenty of interior room for 6'2" 225 lbs. driver!
Can't stay out of it
rich, 07/17/2005
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We purchased this truck with the intenions of using it as a truck, but can't seem to keep the wife from driving it everywhere we go. This SUV is is quite the experience of good driving and relaxing interior. I just hope that the police understand when she gets pulled over because of the smooth ride that it has at highway speeds! I would buy another one. Overall it is the best deal for the money and comfort. Thank you GM
Great Vehicle
Dave, 02/03/2010
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd posting regarding the Trailblazer, the last being in March of 08. This truck has been the most reliable vehicle we have ever owned. It now has 63,000 miles on it and has never needed anything other than oil and filter changes. It is quick, comfortable, and can carry a lot of cargo with the seats folded down. Go easy on the gas pedal and it will get 20-21 mpg on the highway.
Best Trcuk
Auton, 07/16/2005
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is the best truck I have ever had. I am getting far better gas mileage than is listed on the specs here. I have 4 drive options 2wd, AWD, 4WD and 4wd low. I keep it in 2WD most of the time and I am getting 26-29 MPH. I could not be happier. I am even getting 17-19 MPH towing my boat. It doesn't even drive like a tippy truck. Rock solid!
Worst vehicle ever
Patrick Watkins, 10/26/2015
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
17 of 28 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle from my father (the original owner) in about 2011. My father bought it new in 2005 for about $35,000. He went to trade it in, in 2011 but was only offered $4,000. That alone is absolute crap return on investment. There was only 115,000 miles. That means it had a $31,000 loss in 6 years. I've owned it from my father, and it has been an absolute nightmare. Everything and anything keeps going wrong. In the last few years, I have replaced the brake pads 3 times, rotors 3 times, exhaust manifold, head light assembly 2 times, secondary air intake pump, hub assembly, e-vap system, radiator, power steering pump, rack and pinion, wire shorts in the stereo, and other general up keep. I have only owned this vehicle for about 4 years, and it sat in my garage for the last 10 months because I can't afford to keep fixing it. I was speaking to my father who was salesman for Chevrolet and he also agreed that he will never own another Chevrolet product after owning this hunk of junk. The gas mileage on this vehicle is atrocious, I can't get more than 275 miles per tank of gas. Also, since I've owned this vehicle I've only put on about 30,000 miles in 4 years because of the constant cost for up keep. I would never recommend this vehicle or any other GM product to anyone. The only good thing that this vehicle has done for me, is it has allowed me to find tons of how to fix videos and become more handy on fixing my own vehicle. I've spent somewhere in the neighborhood of about $5,000 on fixes in the last 4 years. Please look at other vehicle, I can't say enough bad stuff about this product.
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Great Buy
Dave, 03/11/2008
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We bought our TrailBlazer in 05 after owning 3 Blazers since 1995. This truck handles well, is much more comfortable, has more power and has proven to be extremely reliable. It has been to the dealer four times since we got it, all for scheduled oil changes, nothing else. This thing is loaded with great options such as dual heat controls, front and back, XM satellite radio, OnStar, heated leather seats, sunroof, and more. Mileage varies from around 15-16 in town to as high as 22 mpg on the highway. Would definitely buy another! Chevy has a winner.
Hunk of Junk!
Stash, 03/23/2007
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had my TrailBlazer for 2 years and have had nothing but problems. The first thing that went wrong was the driver side panel on the seat had to get replaced within a year. The second thing was the rear windshield wiper hinge had to be replaced. The fourth is the passenger side panel on the seat had to be replaced. The fifth thing is my dash and headlights keep dimming often. I took it to the dealership and they claim it's normal. The sixth item is the rear windshield wiper hinge had to be replaced again. The final thing so far is that my hatch shocks are going out and the hatch will not open all the way. This truck is junk. I'm getting a foreign car. I had a 5 year old Civic, and not one problem.
Tough Trailblazer
Joe, 09/07/2019
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought mine used with a little over 90,000 miles in 2012. Seven years later with over 200,000 a new water pump, new starter and 13 deer strikes, it still runs. Now it needs a new master cylinder and minor body work.
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This suv could have been built better
Chewy, 06/22/2021
updated 06/30/2022
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 05 trailblazer ls in august 2017 for a fairly low price considering the body was immaculate. It’s the dark spiral grey,..or charcoal metallic..I’ve learned to do the work on it myself and have been doing so since day 1…it had burned out coils, bad vvt solenoid and cam position sensor…cleaned out the throttle body and a lot more maintenance that the previous owner didn’t do at all..140,000 miles on it when I got it and it looked as though it had maybe 4 oil changes ever.. These past 4 years, I have been chasing p0053&54 codes & no resolve…new o2 sensors and everything ..it shouldn’t be throwing these codes..it has also been getting louder assuming there was a hole somewhere in the exhaust..then I started smelling exhaust in the vehicle while windows r up..the exhaust started rattling so I checked it all over for loose hangers or something & found nothing. On the engine side of the catalytic converter, there’s a heat shield that covers the exhaust manifold. I started doing some research on the exhaust for the inline 6 models…turns out…from the factory, the exhaust manifold isn’t properly torqued to prevent vibration and loosening the entire thing..alot of the forums I read told me just tighten them back up..but I read on…the bolts they used r too long and instead of torquing them down tight, they’re being bottomed out inside the heads…this is why exhaust manifolds were cracking on these engines at 20,000 miles etc…second problem with this exhaust manifold replacement issue…the bolts have a tendency to break off inside the head…if they break off flush and u r not a patient person that’s savvy on welding tricks for these types of break offs..u have to remove the head and take it to be machined. There was no recall for this issue. There r numerous trailblazers and envoys etc in scrapyards and I’m betting it’s alot to do with this issue…it took me 4 years and damn near rebuilding my trailblazer..she’s been one hell of a champ considering how poorly Chevy designed them…the motor has excellent hp when it’s got everything working well..as soon as I started having issues with smelling exhaust, is when I started losing hp too..and the fuel mileage…come on Chevy..and the big petro corps..u can allow us to have at least 30 mpg in these suvs..let’s not be totally greedy and continue designing vehicles that have horrible fuel economy.,,by the time I’m done with this trailblazer…maybe I will be good enough at it to upgrade some key items to make it get better fuel economy..when the 95 Jeep Cherokee inline 6 cylinder gets double what an 05 trailblazer gets…it’s not the vehicle technology…it’s the programming it’s given that’s making the fuel economy so bad… Update…a few things that aren’t mentioned in any service manual…the box on top of the engine that says vortec…there is a small tube going from it and into the top side of the engine…apparently this is where the pcv is located on the inline 6 engines…to keep it running decent and prevent blow by…spray some intake cleaner into that tube and into the engine side to help keep the pcv clean… Loss of power issue…vehicle pcms are programmed at the time they’re built but most owners don’t bother having the dealers check for pcm updates. To get them back to running at its best, the pcm on especially the 05 trailblazer LS models needs updated. Mine needed so many updates and had a bad pcm, it was going to cost me over $200 to try updating the original pcm and may have still had to buy a new pcm. I found a replacement on eBay for $85 that was programmed for my VIN with all updates..all the issues solved. The engines are great, the electronics around it are not so great. If there were better aftermarket parts available to replace the oem parts that fail so often, I would definitely swap them out with the better quality parts…the engine would run for twice as many miles then the average 200,000 expected life of a vehicle…the plastic interior doesn’t hold up very well either…and a suggestion to keep from having to replace water pumps constantly…convert the fan to electronic fans and run an additional battery to help supply power for them..that enormous fan that has a reputation for going bad as it is, puts entirely too much stress on that tiny little water pump pulley bearing…when the fan clutch goes bad, there’s no way of knowing unless the owner is knowledgeable enough to know how to check the fan clutch…every time the air conditioning is ran when the fan clutch is bad, it overheats quickly. Not ideal with an aluminum block and heads. Over all, I would recommend trailblazers because they’re lower cost, easier to work on, abundant, and hood up fairly well considering…the cons are the obvious as mentioned above…good disposable vehicles. The gas level sensors burn up early in most years and it’s left me out in the freezing cold, middle of the night on a highway out of fuel. I have to fill it every time and reset the mileage tac then estimate from there on how much fuel I have..it’s too difficult and costly to switch out the level sensor by itself..the amount of work to do so might as well wait till it needs a new fuel pump too. Another issue too common and dangerous to still have no recall at least on my trailblazer..
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I start mine with a screw driver
Jack fortunato, 06/17/2020
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this 05 tblazer last year, great engine and okay interior, it’s fallen apart on me but that comes with 15 years and neglect from other owners, and yet I doordash full time in it, aside from the key being stuck in the ignition the last month, and having to start it with a screw driver, this car is a monster,m👌.
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Comfortable vehicle with handy carry capacity
Alan, 10/31/2016
updated 05/21/2025
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
No longer offered by Chevrolet. I bought it new in 2005 with every option. Drove only 46,500 miles for past 20 years. (Had company car for business before I retired) Love the vehicle!
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infrequent stalling
mungie, 09/07/2011
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
i have a 05 trailblazer with 98,000 miles on it. havent owned it that long but has been stalling when im reversing and moving slowly in traffic. it starts back up fine then it is ok. it can go a while before it does it again. but it is concerning none the less. brought it to the shop a couple of times with no solution. if anyone has had this problem please let me know if you have an answer.
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dsu24, 01/19/2011
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have a 2005 Trailblazer EXT 4x4 and only have 58,000 miles on it. This was my first American vehicle and at first I loved it and was happy I made the switch. I have recently had a check engine light on and took it to the shop. Had a 300 error (engine misfire on cylinder 2) and after 2 visits and $150.00 later the shop told me to take it to the dealer. Just got off the phone and I am at $600.00 and they are still trying to figure out the issue. This truck is still brand new and should not have these issues. I have seen people complaining about this online so it is not just me. My wife's Nissan is older and has more miles and has no issues. This has soured me on GM. Stay away.
Noisy
j. m., 09/10/2008
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I got one because I thought it looked good and it was a Chevy which made me think reliable. I have a 03 Blazer with over a hundred thousand miles no problem at all. With less than ten since I bought my 05 TrailBlazer with 30 thousand miles I've changed the water pump, power steering went out and the windows howl at high. Speeds due to bad weather stripping around the doors. The engine does have plenty of power and it handles well.
Not Reliable
Karen Anderson, 08/06/2010
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Have had for 2 1/2 years, Purchased with 22,000 miles, thought I had a winner until 46,000 miles when all heck broke loose, by the time I'm done with repairs I could have bought a New vehicle. Latest repair $2500 for a new transmission at 50,000 miles, call into GM but I guess they are hurting more than I for money, Strongly suggest NOT TO BUY
I love, love this vehicle!
Edie Churich, 06/06/2017
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A great vehicle, I would buy another just like it!
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Please Reconsider This Vehicle
ballyclassic, 03/23/2009
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in 2005 and it has been a long road with repairs. I finally feel at 4,000 in out of pocket repairs I'm at the end for reliability. Several electrical problems (Not covered) fuel system problems, I don't have enough space to comment. Please reconsider this vehicle it is very poor on mpg 14-15 overall and horrible in the snow or wet roads. If you live in a perfect climate than this is for you. One rainy day, snow covered road or ice and you will be trading it in. I have been a GM owner for years but sorry to say I will not be a supporter in the future.
2005 TrailBlazer LT
ND, 01/08/2006
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am extremely disappointed in this vehicle. Gas mileage very poor. Worse than the 1/2 ton Silverado I had. Very noisy inside of vehicle. I took vehicle back to dealer for the noise. They worked on it for a day with inpuit from GM. GM said the vehicle has high road noise. I find this vehicle to be noisier than the Silverado I had. All in all, buying this vehicle was not a good move. On the positive side, the leg room in front is great for a person +6'.
Only one problem here.
Brian, 04/03/2008
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I haven't owned a Chevy since the 80's and this car is my first SUV. I love everything about this car. Comfortable for me 6'4" with good leg and head room, excellent acceleration, quality interior, stylish exterior. Low road noise, and after 15,000 miles in 15 months no mechanical problems. I like the roominess and the cargo space. My only beef about this car is the lousy gas mileage. The rating says 15city/20hwy but I get about 14 MPG anywhere I go.
Can't keep it running
R. Breski, 01/26/2007
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Currently in shop w/ 46k, at 25k new cylinder head, at 35k new trans, at 45k new cylinder head again, and while they were in there found timing problem. Like everything about the vehicle but it just won't stay away from the service department. Owned GM all my life, never had an experience like this, not sure if I'll buy another. Did I mention they have had this vehicle in and out of service for a total of around 2 months.
Wind Noise!
T Hensley, 01/18/2007
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have always had GM products. After all the wind noise my TrailBlazer has this may be my last. People who ride in the back seat alway ask if the window is all the way up. After a while my wife and I just laugh. When I took it back to fix the wind noise I was told this is a bad feature with the 2005 models. We took it back again, and let them know we didn't pay all that money for a bad feature. It has been at the dealership for 6 weeks. They have tried many things but wind noise is still there.
Nice tight vehicle
Brad, 01/03/2005
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have enjoyed owning the Trailblazer so far, handles well, and has alot of power.
TrailBlazer OK
Dennis Greene, 12/05/2006
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The vehicle now seems to be OK. It took a long time to work all the bugs in the electrical system out almost every other week it was in the shop. Now I enjoy the ride and the comfort.
Love the Trailblazer
Trailblazer, 02/04/2006
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded my Dodge Dakota for the Trailblazer as I wanted more room and better gas mileage. I found I got 20 MPG on the highway doing 70 mph, which was a huge improvement for me. I love the room it offers and it handles great in corners. The sunroof and 4X4 features are just an added bounce. All in all I'm very happy with my purchase.
Not a very well built suv.
Mediocre engineering., 07/26/2020
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is not easy to work on. The overall engineering of this vehicle. You have to pretty much dismantle most of the car to do simple repairs. My 03 Yukon is easier to repair than the trailblazer.
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Great SUV
mbperkins, 08/02/2004
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great SUV. Would like better gas mileage. Would like to see bigger tires and rims on LT models.
Good Value
Good Vaule, 07/02/2006
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The SUV is wan't a bad purchase if you're looking for a nice ride which has had no major issues. The recurring problem is if you don't turn the gas cap 2-3 Full turns after you fill the tank the engine light would come on which can be very annoying. It will shut off after about 7 start-ups. If not, you have to take it to the dealership so they can reset the darn thing. Overall, not a bad buy and with the peace of mind that their are Chevy dealers everywhere if you were to need service.
`05 4x4 LS Wonderful 2nd car
RandyG, 12/22/2020
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I didn't plan on owning one, but I feel fortunate to have it. I went to an auction to sell a vehicle, and just bought this to get home. It's a great wagon and a perfect size to compliment my new Tacoma. I`'ve had Tahoes that felt big and clumsy. This rig is awesome for hauling the dog, groceries, passengers and thrift store finds. I feel safe in it, and as comfortable as the large wagons I grew up with (handles like one, too. Think: 78 Malibu wagon) Got it with 109k on it now coming up on 113k with no problems other than replacing a foglamp and some sort of relay. I plan on hanging on to this long term for a spare. Im a big fan of this inline 6 cyl.There's really no reason to part with it.
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Trailblazer 2005 LS 4WD
Chevyman, 05/09/2009
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Hold on to your horses on this one. Owned chevy products in the past and this one should be buried with the design. Reconsider this one folks, not bad under 36K but be prepared for costly repairs after warranty is out. Chevy with the 4.2 is noted for numerous electrical problems (Fuel sending units) bad connections and less than favorable gas mileage. Purchased new and currently average 11- 14mpg highway and have done all service inspections and it still has cost me over four thousand in repairs. Interior very cheaply assembled GM could have done a better job!! Think twice or even three times before you invest in this model and be prepared for repairs.
An awesome SUV
matt, 07/21/2005
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS Rwd 4dr SUV (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The 4.2 inline six has great power and torque. The outside lines are easy to clean, and the interior is greatly designed, resulting in an all around little mommy vehicle.