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Chevrolet has released the Blazer EV, an all-electric SUV with different trim levels and powertrain options. The SS trim offers 557 horsepower and can reach 60 mph in under four seconds. The RS trim has the longest range of up to 324 miles. The Blazer EV is a new vehicle within the Blazer family and features a unique exterior and interior. Prices range from $50,195 to $65,995. The Blazer EV has good road manners, and the RS trim provides predictable handling and a comfortable ride. It offers regenerative braking and a range of charging options. The Blazer EV has spacious seating and a stylish interior design. It comes with a large infotainment display and Google-built-in software, but lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. 2019 saw Chevrolet revive the Blazer as a two-row midsize crossover, much to the dismay of original Blazer enthusiasts who had been anticipating for an off-road capable SUV. As Chevy launches the SUV with the illustrious brand into the electrified vehicle world for 2024, here comes another surprise emblazoned with the Blazer batch. If the Blazer's electrification disappoints you, there is still hope. The SS trim, which boasts 557 horsepower and can reportedly reach 60 miles per hour in less than four seconds, is available gas-free and goes by the name Blazer EV. Three other less powerful, but more reasonably priced, variants are also offered, even though the SS is designed to compete with vehicles like the Tesla Model Y Performance and the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT. The Blazer EV is powered by General Motors' Ultium battery technology. According to Chevy, the RS trim has the most range, reaching up to 324 miles between charges. The Blazer EV is not a gas Blazer with an electric drivetrain. Rather, it is a whole new vehicle within the Blazer family with a unique exterior and interior. There are three trim levels available. The performance-focused SS trim comes in second, while the mid-range LT and RS versions debut first. Prior to the release of the Blazer EV, Chevrolet made the decision to discontinue the entry-level 1LT model, which had been planned. Depending on the specification and options, the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV might cost anywhere from $50.195 to $65.995. To maximize the Blazer's driving range, we would choose the rear-wheel-drive RS variant. Cool 21-inch alloys, a power-operated hands-free rear liftgate, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated flat-bottom steering wheel, and an illuminated Chevrolet bowtie emblem are standard on this sporty-looking model. It is available with rear-wheel drive, RWD, or all-wheel drive, AWD, with the RWD variant rated for a longer range and higher horsepower. Compared to competing EV SUVs, the Blazer EV has a far wider range of powertrain combinations, making its portfolio more complex. While the RS may be ordered with rear- or all-wheel drive, the entry-level LT can only be ordered with front- or all-wheel drive. Both trim levels' all-wheel-drive versions are propelled by a pair of electric motors totaling 288 horsepower. In California, we tested an all-wheel-drive RS, and while it accelerated well, it wasn't very exciting. If you want a Blazer EV that accelerates faster off the line, the RWD RS is the one to choose. It has a stronger single motor that produces 340 horsepower, unless, of course, you can afford the top-of-the-line SS model. Chevrolet claims that it can reach 60 miles per hour in less than 4 seconds, and is only available with a 557-horsepower electric drivetrain that includes standard all-wheel drive. Chevy claims the model can reach 60 miles per hour in less than 4.0 seconds. The Blazer EV from Chevrolet offers good road manners. The RS provided a predictable handling and a comfortable ride on our first drive. Although we would have, like, greater input from the steering, body roll is well-controlled, and the brakes are engaged with a solid, confidence-boosting pedal. The Chevy uses regenerative braking, just like other electric vehicles. When the system is engaged, the driver may choose from many degrees of regenerative braking, with the maximum level enabling one-pedal driving, battery life, charging time, and range. The all-wheel drive LT is also rumored to be capable of a 279-mile range. The RWD RS model has the longest EPA-estimated driving range of the lineup at 324 miles. Choosing the all-wheel drive variant reduces that estimate to 279 miles. The driving range of the SS trim has not yet been evaluated by the EPA, but according to Chevrolet, it should be around 290 miles. Chevrolet claims that the Blazer EV can add around 78 miles of range in only 10 minutes while charging at up to 190 kilowatts on a DC fast charger. Fuel efficiency and actual MPG. The Blazer EV RS gets an EPA rating of up to 103 MPG in the city and 88 MPG on the highway. These figures are for the all-wheel drive RS model. If you choose the rear-wheel drive variant, they drop to 101 miles per gallon in the city and 85 miles per gallon on the highway. We'll drive the Blazer EV on our 75-miles-per-hour highway fuel economy route when we have the chance to try it out for ourselves, and we'll update this piece with the results and observed driving range. Visit the EPA website for further details on the fuel efficiency of the Blazer EV. Cargo, comfort, and interior. Although the Blazer EV only has two rows, the front and back seats are both roomy and cozy for adult passengers. Every model has an aggressively styled appearance that perfectly complements the SUV's sporty interior design theme. Chevy has selected a two-tone black and red color scheme for the RS and SS trims with round air vents flanking the dashboard. For those who want a more somber appearance, a more subdued style is also available. It will be simpler to put heavier objects into the 60-cubic-foot cargo compartment with a level floor when the back seats are folded down, which increases the capacity from 26-cubic-feet. We use our carry-on suitcase test to see how much cargo room the Blazer EV has when we have a chance, and we'll update this post with the findings. Connectivity and entertainment. A big 17.7-inch infotainment display, slightly angled toward the driver, is standard on all versions. It is bordered on the left and bottom by physical controls for the temperature control system and a volume knob. The driver is presented with gauges and other driving information on a secondary 11.0-inch display. The GM's most recent infotainment system, which employs Google built-in, is installed in the Blazer EV. Popular applications like Spotify, Waze, and Google Maps are easily accessible through the software. However, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility are not available. Although many of our employees and some drivers may find it annoying, the UI is generally user-friendly. With suggestions for charging stations along the way and an estimated remaining range upon arriving at destinations, the navigation system is particularly educational.