How the 2024 Chevrolet Trax differs from the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer

At the heart of Chevrolet's extensive Sport Utility Vehicle lineup are two particularly exciting models: the newly redesigned 2024 Chevrolet Trax and the recently introduced 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Both are fantastic vehicles, equipped with the latest technologies and specifications, but with key differences that could influence your choice. This article will explore those differences to help you decide which is best for your needs.

Differences Under the Hood

Let's start with the engines. The 2024 Chevrolet Trax is equipped with a 1.2-liter turbocharged engine that produces 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. This engine offers respectable fuel economy and considerable passing ability for an SUV of its size. The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer, however, boosts performance with a 1.3-liter turbocharged engine that produces 155 hp and 174 lb-ft of torque. This gives the Trailblazer more power than many of its competitors, while maintaining the efficiency of the Trax. This is due to the use of a nine-speed automatic transmission in the Trailblazer, compared to a six-speed transmission in the Trax.

Interior Space

In terms of size and space, the 2023 Trailblazer is slightly larger than the Trax. It offers an extra inch of headroom in the front and extra legroom in the rear. However, the Trax is no slouch, offering more shoulder and leg room in the front than the Trailblazer. What's more, the Trax stands out for its cargo capacity, offering 725 liters behind the second row compared to the Trailblazer's 716 liters.

Equipment and Pricing

In terms of equipment, both models offer similar versions with LS, LT, ACTIV and RS trims. However, there are some notable differences. The 2024 Trax offers heated front seats as standard, while they are an option on the Trailblazer. Also, although wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on both models, the Trax is equipped with an 11-inch touchscreen, larger than the Trailblazer's 8-inch. Finally, the base Trax comes with 17-inch steel wheels, while the Trailblazer offers 17-inch aluminum wheels as standard.

Finally, it's worth mentioning the price differences. The 2024 Chevrolet Trax is Chevrolet's entry-level SUV, with a base price of $24,498. The 2023 Trailblazer is slightly more expensive, with a base price of $27,342. Both vehicles offer top-of-the-line RS trim, starting at $30,998 for the Trax and $33,642 for the Trailblazer. It's important to note that all-wheel drive is only available on the Trailblazer, with a base price of $29,342 for this option.

In conclusion, both the 2024 Chevrolet Trax and the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer offer great value, space and efficiency in their respective segments. The Trax is a more economical choice with impressive cargo capacity and interior space, while the Trailblazer offers optional all-wheel drive, better performance and more standard features. Each vehicle has its own strengths, and we'd be happy to help you compare these two options to find the one that best suits your needs. Contact us to test drive the redesigned Chevrolet Trax and all-new Trailblazer.