Chevrolet Blazer III (2019 – 2025)
Reliability score : 7.4/10
The third-generation Chevrolet Blazer (introduced in 2019) marks a radical departure from its ancestors. Gone is the rustic body-on-frame 4x4; this Blazer is a mid-size crossover SUV with an aggressive design, heavily inspired by the Camaro muscle car. Based on the GM C1XX platform (shared with the Cadillac XT5 and GMC Acadia), it is positioned between the Equinox and the Traverse. Although its styling is highly appreciated, its early days were marked by below-average reliability for its class (according to J.D. Power and Consumer Reports), mainly due to bugs in the MyLink infotainment system and some suspension issues on the 4-cylinder versions. However, reliability improved significantly starting with the 2022 model year. Note: The ICE Blazer should not be confused with the Blazer EV (20
✅ Strengths
- Very successful exterior design, sporty look inspired by the Camaro
- High-performance, reliable 3.6L V6 engine offering good towing capacity (2,041 kg)
- Dynamic road handling for an SUV of this size
- Significant improvement in overall reliability starting from the 2022 model year
- Generous rear seat space
⚠️ Weaknesses
- Initial reliability (2019-2021) below the category average (J.D. Power)
- Temperamental MyLink infotainment system on early model years
- Anemic and unrewarding base 2.5L engine
- Catastrophic launch of the 2024 Blazer EV (major software problems)
- Quality of some interior plastics disappointing compared to the selling price
- Rear visibility limited by the sloping roofline design
🎯 Verdict
The third-generation Chevrolet Blazer is an assertively styled SUV that experienced a difficult start in terms of reliability (2019-2021), weighed down by electronic and infotainment issues. However, data shows a clear improvement starting in 2022, raising the model to its category average. The choice of engine is crucial: the 3.6L V6 is by far the most recommendable for its robustness and drivability, while the 2.0T is an acceptable compromise if the maintenance history is spotless. The 2.5L is to be avoided as it is underpowered. Finally, the Blazer EV (2024) should be approached with extreme caution due to its severe early software problems.
Common issues
Problèmes du système d'infodivertissement (écran tactile, connectivité)
Low
🔧 Dès l'achat – 50 000 km
💶 0 – 800 $US (mise à jour logicielle gratuite, remplacement unité cher hors garantie)
Tester toutes les fonctions avant l'achat, vérifier les mises à jour logicielles disponibles.
Dysfonctionnements de la transmission automatique 9 vitesses (changements brusques, hésitations)
Medium
🔧 30 000 – 80 000 km
💶 300 – 2 500 $US (reprogrammation, remplacement de capteurs ou valve body)
Tester la transmission à différentes vitesses, vérifier l'historique d'entretien et les rappels.
Problèmes du système CVC (climatisation faible, bruits de ventilation, actuateurs)
Medium
🔧 50 000 – 100 000 km
💶 200 – 1 200 $US (remplacement d'actuateur, moteur de ventilateur, recharge AC)
Vérifier le bon fonctionnement de la climatisation et du chauffage à toutes les vitesses.
Usure prématurée des freins (plaquettes et disques)
Low
🔧 30 000 – 60 000 km
💶 500 – 800 $US (remplacement complet avant et arrière)
Inspecter l'état des freins régulièrement, prévoir un budget pour des remplacements plus fréquents.
Estimated maintenance costs
| Oil change |
£70 – 130 |
| Complete brakes |
£450 – 750 |
| Estimated annual budget |
£550 – 950 |
Indicative estimates (independent garage, UK market). Prices vary by region and year.