The Chevrolet Blazer EV is based on the Ultium platform, which was also used in the GMC Hummer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV and Cadillac Lyriq. The exact dimensions of the novelty have not yet been disclosed, but it is known that the length of the car is about 4.9 m. At the same time, the crossover has an impressive wheelbase and short overhangs.
The Blazer EV is the first Ultium-based vehicle to be offered with three types of drive: front, rear, or all-wheel drive.
The base version of the Chevrolet Blazer EV 1LT has front-wheel drive, 19-inch wheels, LED headlights and a range of 398 km. Motor power and battery capacity have not yet been disclosed.
The next level is the Chevrolet Blazer EV 2LT. You can choose front or all-wheel drive, the wheels here are 21-inch, the declared range is up to 515 km, the design is slightly different, and there is also an animated strip between the headlights.
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV 2LT
Chevrolet Blazer EV RS is similar in performance to the previous version, but differs in design. Such a car has a black front grille and trim, as well as other 21-inch wheels.
The most advanced modification is the Chevrolet Blazer EV SS (Super Sport), about which a little more details are known. Such a crossover has all-wheel drive with two electric motors with a total power of 565 hp. and a torque of 879 Nm. Such indicators are available in the extreme WOW (Wide Open Watts) mode, when the car can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h) in less than four seconds.
2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS
The range of the Blazer EV SS is 467 km. Other features include a more aggressive design, 22-inch wheels, sport suspension and Brembo front brakes.
Inside, the Blazer EV features a large 17.7-inch center screen and an 11-inch digital instrument cluster display. GM's advanced Super Cruise driving assistance system is an option.
There is no start button in the cabin. Instead, the car recognizes the key and the driver just needs to press the brake pedal to get the Blazer EV ready to go.
The interiors of the RS and SS models have more additions. The RS features contrasting blue and red stitching, while the SS is available in a combination of Adrenaline Red and Argon Orange finishes. These models also get a truncated steering wheel and turbine-style air vents. In addition, the RS and SS have heated and ventilated front seats.
All Chevrolet Blazer EVs come standard with Chevy Safety Assist. It includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, pedestrian braking, distance indicator, lane keeping assist with lane departure warning, and smart headlights. Automatic reverse braking and park assist are also available. The advanced Super Cruise driving assistance system is an option.
Based on the SS version, a Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV (Police Pursuit Vehicle) electric police car is being prepared. It will be available with both all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive, and the equipment includes steel rims and a ram at the front.
The Chevrolet Blazer EV will be produced in Mexico.
In the US, the Blazer EV 2LT and RS will go on sale in the summer of 2023 for estimated prices of $47,595 and $51,995, respectively. The SS will appear later that year for $65,995. The 1LT joins the lineup in the first quarter of 2024 with a projected price of $44,995.
The Police Pursuit Vehicle will also be available in the first quarter of 2024.
Source: Chevrolet
