2024 Chevy Trax OR 2023 Chevy Trailblazer - Which to buy?

[@sagevibes3458]

I would take the Trax because it looks a baby Blazer and I really want a Blazer, but the Trax is more affordable

[@SunnynPhilly]

The trax styling is way better than the last generation. But it’s made in Korea and has a turbo 3 cylinder engine. But as a lease option not bad for 3 years/ 36

[@paullawson2830]

@@SunnynPhilly My 2020 Fully loaded 4 cylinder AWD Chevy Trax makes the 2024 look whimpy.

[@AnnA-jd4xm]

Same!!!!!!

[@billiejoallen5072]

Me too! I wanted a Blazer, but I cannot afford it right now. I put a deposit on a Trax 1RS and I cannot wait to get it!!

[@AndersonsCavaliers-nf7qh]

They look the same

[@chippsterstephens6800]

I compared both 2024 trax and trailblazer, I chose the trailblazer, and think you missed a few things here, the engine upgrade is not just about hp and displacement, the 1.3 has a timing chain, VRs the 1.2 having a timing belt, ever see how a belt can degrade, clog the oil pickup and burn up a motor? I have, a few times. This matters 6 plus years down the line. The other issue not talked about here, is insurance rates on trax vrs trailblazer, the trailblazer insurance rates are in the top 3 lowest that can be found, the trax insurance rates substantially more, and this matters for a monthly total for transportation costs. That is the main two reasons I chose the trailblazer. The third was 3k off msrp…that brand the trailblazer into trax cost. 4 thing is the local dealer had the exact color, and every option I was wanting. A Trailblazer LS, Larger motor, convenience and confidence packs, and the fountain blue color. At around 25k otd, at 5.9%, on 72 months. Well below msrp price, OTD! Try that with a trax…..both are good low cost transport, with good tech. A nabor has a trax she loves it.

[@PAHighlander24]

The mistake many AWD drivers make in slippery conditions is driving more aggressively than their brakes can stop them. I've been passed by some such drivers who were going too fast for conditions in winter, and saw them in the ditch a mile or two later, while I was safely still traveling in my front wheel or rear wheel vehicles.

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

Very true. I need AWD as I live on a mountain in CT. Too many times I have been stranded at the bottom of the mountain with my FWD Honda and Saab with snow tires (the Saab was markedly better than the Honda, but still could not always get me home). When those cars wore out in 2013 and 2018, I bought an AWD Subaru and an AWD Buick Envision. Now with snow tires I can get home no matter how much snow is on the ground (less than 7 inches of course). The FWD cars struggled with more than 2 inches. The cars were great with FWD in northern NJ but it was a different world in CT in the mountains.

[@KR_Diecasts]

Agreed, it’s a common sight here in Mass every year.

[@write2nick]

When your car slip, I don’t think AWD matters.

[@KR_Diecasts]

@@write2nick well yeah once it’s on ice there’s no stopping anything at that point.

[@paullawson2830]

So? Don't drive like a moron..

[@albieh2563]

Here's a suggestion. Do what I did......buy one of each ! ! Works for me.

[@Paul-cx4gm]

I completely agree with the choice at the end. If it were me and being in a virtually snow free environment the Trax does it for me. It has the looks the stance and desirable equipment for one heck of a good price.

[@MaNtIcHoRaOfficial]

Had the trax last winter in new england and the trax did absolutely fine. Actually way better tham expected

[@netzahualcoyotlarellano3267]

Hey Dave. This is Nick. I work for GM Arlington Tx. Just to thank you. Watching your videos made my decision easy 3 years ago to buy the Silverado 1500 4 cylinders. And last week, I just bought the new 2024 1RS Chevy Trax for my wife. It is an amazing vehicle. Not fairr cause basically you sold me those cars, and they aren't going to count for your monthly numbers. Thanks again.

[@creciascott253]

Best comparison review I’ve seen! I’m personally going with the Trailblazer 2024 when it comes out because i want the beautiful panoramic sunroof lol. Plus I prefer the bigger design and the AWD option because of snow in my area.

[@bradennicholls5488]

You know the Trax is bigger right?

[@77R_]

lol@@bradennicholls5488

[@lenacheney]

I just bought a 2021 trailblazer with the panoramic sunroof and I test drove both cars and I liked the trailblazer better

[@cormaro13]

U must have really low standards if you're going with a chevy 😂 , we already know we're it's going to be at and that's the service bay

[@580678]

@cormaro1376 . Maybe that’s all the can afford. Stop the judgement! Rude ass

[@raidersamson3356]

I like the refreshed Trax, ten times better than the older style

[@SunnynPhilly]

Yea it looks really nice now, just not crazy about a turbo 3. In china you can get a 4 cylinder but they are only shipping turbo 3s to the USA for now.

[@terryhaun1863]

I just purchased a 2023 Colorado yesterday. So far I love it!! It’s a great truck!

[@oliverramclam6009]

It’s a nice truck . I’m still trying to decide should I wait for the new Tacoma

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Congrats Terry!

[@SunnynPhilly]

I’d like to see Chevy build a body on frame SUV based on the Colorado. Maybe call it the Boulder or Montana. Dave would be selling them like hotcakes 🥞 😂.

[@marc-andregagnon6051]

I solve the problem! Bought the Trax for the wife and I bought the Trailblazer for myself!

[@bettyboop3035]

😂

[@mikerones7201]

I have a 2021 trailblazer.. averaging 37 mpg and zero issues over 34k miles . .best car for the Money and i suspect the new trax will be the same .. like you said Chevy has a winner on both they can easily sell a million units of this two if they produce them

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Great mileage!!

[@cs1992]

37mpg?? You sure you're calculating it correctly?

[@hayleydanhirschfeld4862]

Man, all this chevy product looks fantastic these days! Awesome channel Dave.

[@28ronj]

Purchased a ‘24 Trax RS last month. Great little car! GM nailed it right this time!

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Nice!

[@timothynewton4453]

Trade it when it gets about 80,000; pay it off early.

[@ACF6180T]

We just bought a 2023 Trailblazer LS fwd 1.2, & the 3 things we like about it is the styling, & that it does sit a little higher; So it has better visibility , & ground clearance over the Trax . Thanks for the video.

[@cormaro13]

Enjoy your low quality , it'll be going back to dealership to be traded in no time lol

[@ACF6180T]

@@cormaro13 Being stupid is noway to go thru life, But it seems it's been very kind to you; D.A.

[@cormaro13]

@@ACF6180T I say the only stupid one here is you for thinking that chevy going to last and not give problems 😂 already seen them in service bays for modules problems , good luck fool 😂

[@TwilightZoneX]

I would choose the Trax you know heartbeat. But with a 1.3 GDI turbo, if I intended to keep it long term, I would be very loyal to old-fashioned oil changes of three to four thousand miles. Just my opinion. And if you live in the snowbelt, don't forget they still do sell winter tires which add a lot more traction. A front-wheel drive with winter tires will outperform an all-wheel-drive with Summer slicks any day in snow/ice. Standing by for all the hateful replies...

[@cormaro13]

You're going to be extremely sad when that low quality shows 😂 if you think early oil changes are going to save u think again 😂 you'll probably need a catch can and also want to sell it when all the electronics start to fail and u need ac at 50k mileage 😂

[@tgh_1]

I have the 2024 Trax activ rim and omg I love it.

[@NewHaitiancaveman83]

I prefer the Trax styling wise, and if I’m gonna do a small vehicle, it’ll be something small that’s wider and longer.

[@dave1956]

The Trax would be my choice as well. It’s one of the few vehicles that excites me. I am retired, living in Southeastern Wisconsin. We probably get a little more snow than you do but front wheel drive is fully adequate for me as well. The condition of your tires is more of a factor than how many wheels are driving you. The 2RS is my favorite looking model, but I really like the analog dash and manual climate control of the LS & 1RS. I prefer a regular key as well. I realize that it’s not 1978 anymore when I bought my first new vehicle. You could really custom order a vehicle to your exact specifications.

[@SunnynPhilly]

I like the Trax styling too, but I was disappointed to read the models shipped to the USA from Korea are 3 cylinders only. They have a 4 cylinder but it’s only available in china. The trailblazer is also a Korean made 3 cylinder so I’ll pass on both.

[@dave1956]

@@SunnynPhilly Well I haven’t exactly signed on the dotted line for a Trax. I too am concerned about the 3 cylinder engine. I’m currently not in the market for a new car so I have the luxury of “wait and see”. Hopefully the 3 cylinder holds up.

[@randycantu7523]

Dave: I’m a retiree too living in Michigan. We just got our wife an LT w/ convenience and comfort packages. As a senior, the heated seats, steering , and mirrors are a must. As well, the larger 8” & 11.2” screens are really handy with stiff hands. Losing all the RS badging makes the interior more refined/dignified.. the Trax ride and quietness are a real treat. I don’t exactly care for some of the available colors, but we got black. I think Trax is stunning in black. But they are going fast around here. I got ours when notified an incoming transport semiwas coming in with 1 car not tagged ($500 deposit). As I hurried to the dealer, the transport was just unloading and I purchased sight unseen. What a surprise seeing it in person. I highly recommend the Trax line.

[@Flowersunpower3]

I just bought a LS Trax! Love it it’s so simple and it was 20k!

[@lobohobo9218]

I'd luvvv to know how people are getting so cheap. In my area they have none to sell, and when they get one or two in even the Internet 'sale' price is $2-3k above sticker.

[@jackmcgee5331]

These posts where folks are getting way below sticker are very suspect. In my market $20k is getting you a 2021 Trax LS with 50k miles.

[@Flowersunpower3]

@@jackmcgee5331 I’m sorry you feel it’s suspect. I don’t care to convince you, it’s my car and what I paid. Also that’s your market not mine.. thanks

[@jackmcgee5331]

@@Flowersunpower3 "Also that’s your market not mine"... the problem with that statement is the same companies owns dealers all over the country. Let's look at this logically. Why would GM be allocating Trax where they are supposedly being deeply discounted when in other places they are in super short supply and going for a premium? Those dealers would simply swap with their sister dealership where they can get more $$.

[@ronjohnson3129]

@@jackmcgee5331 I suspect if were able to pay $20k because the dealer undervalued their trade by $3k. Or in the fine print they added $2k for undercoating, alarm system, extended warranty etc. That's what a dealer I went to did so they could claim they were selling the new one without markup. Then you have to fight and fight with them to get to get an extra grand on the trade.

[@karlpiepenburg127]

Interesting comparison. I like the looks of the Trailblazer better, but the Trax price is hard to ignore

[@davidbarrett5345]

From one Dave B to another, I own a '24 Trax and love it! Good review and comparison. I traded in my 2016 Mazda CX 5 for this and there is a little adjustment, but with any new car you just have to learn where the new features are and forget about the ones your old car had. It's a wonderful vehicle and a great value!

[@HeyItsMeSteve]

I just had a friend take the Trax Activ on a long road trip and he was ready to be back in his Equinox when he got back. I found that feedback interesting. Keep the vids coming. Great job!

[@lenacheney]

Did he say why?

[@HeyItsMeSteve]

@@lenacheney seats were just really uncomfortable.... too firm. But he's a cranky old man lolololol

[@richkuban2027]

Winter tires are better than AWD for snow and ice. Good point that AWD only makes a difference under acceleration. Winter tires improve traction when turning and braking as well as acceleration.

[@marblox9300]

I agree, the Trax LOOKS BETTER.!!!

[@petervg8377]

I need a car and usually buy toyota or honda. They dont have much on their lots. I notice plenty of Trax available and Nissan kix available. Might go with the trax and hope it holds up with not many problems which is why I usually buy toyota.

[@SunnynPhilly]

Yea, the price of Toyotas and Hondas has really shot up over the last 3 years, especially with dealer market adjustments. My wife got a Subaru Crosstrek in January 2020 for 25k. They have gone up in $ too but not as much as Toyota and Honda. Mazda has better deals but I’m not a big fan of their styling.

[@bornoncentral4485]

Interesting they would have Trax available when the dealerships in my area only have a few and those are usually sold before they can pull them off the truck. And they aren't getting anymore than a few more in here and there looking months out. One dealership I spoke with is getting 1 in through the end of July.

[@veeking39]

I love the way you explained AWD and FWD. Great information.

[@nickk4010]

I rented a Trailblazer when I visited Alaska via Turo. I was surprised how small the back storage was. I couldn't even fit my checked back in the back without putting the seats down. I must say the 4G built in wifi was amazing when I was in the middle of nowhere and able to listen to Sirius XM and use my GPS. I also like I could turn off the auto shut off at stops and lights, that was really, really annoying. Was comfortable had good pep and drove really nice overall.

[@Jaszy912]

Great video! Thank you for educating AWD vs FWD

[@lancewonderley2323]

I did choose the Trax. Still waiting on mine to be built. Can't wait!

[@amandapage6502]

I got my Trax 10 days ago. I took it on road trip to mountains Va/Tn area. I had no problem getting up the mountains it never went over 3 on rpms. I was impressed because of the engine size. I love my new Trax

[@tosanblankson3195]

Thanks Dave . You just explained in details . I will go for the Chevy Trax. Super handsome car.

[@amandapage6502]

I got my Trax 2 days ago. I seen the Trailblazer on lot. I hadn’t even seen a Trax went to 4 different dealers no luck. Found trax online I liked put a deposit down sight unseen. It’s so nice exceeded my expectations. Everyone loves it!

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Congrats!!

[@amandapage6502]

@@DaveBsellsChevy I know they just came out. I wonder how many Chevy has sold so far. No dealership has them on lot no more than 2 days. Most of them are pre-sold.

[@bornoncentral4485]

@@amandapage6502 Dealers in my area are automatically adding to MSRP. And still selling them as fast as they can pull them off the truck, the few they are getting which isn't many. In a relatively large metro area, dealers within 150 miles have a total of 12 coming in the entire month of July.

[@MrMraggies1996]

I like the Trax. It is one good looking vehicle! My favorite car however is the Blazer!

[@wakeboarder9180]

I prefer the styling of the Trax, but the function of the Trailblazer. As such, I just purchased a new 23 Trailblazer LT AWD. It's a great practical little vehicle and I'm surprised by the power of the 1.3

[@cormaro13]

Wait til that low quality hits , there's a reason why chevy rated so behind its foreign competitors

[@ronniewilliams3691]

cormaro1376 likes to take a dump on A beautiful lobster, and steak dinner! He is a narcissistic hater. He craps on other people's happiness. Troll, who limps along in a crappy Ford Escape, with bald tires, needing an oil change 3500 miles ago. His Mom and Dad Moved, and never left him a forwarding address, in shame!

[@kenbearsley8322]

I like how you comment the different drive modes and which may best for the driver in which area. It's just a pitty we don't have Chevrolet, gmc dealers here in New Zealand that sell the complete range of gm vehicles.

[@davevanstone1396]

Dave. I just wanted to give you a shout out at what a great job I’ve seen you doing in your videos. I discovered you via the algorithm for the BOLT EUV road trip to Ohio. I am a GM retiree and interestingly, I was the District Sales Manager for Widger Chevrolet in Livingston NJ in the early ‘90s (now Schumacher 👍). What you presented in this Trax vs Trailblazer video is reminiscent of the walk around contests I used for new model year training. Keep doing what you’re doing. You are the salesperson I wished every dealer had!

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Thank You very much!! Appreciate the feedback and that you took the time to comment. Pretty cool that you have history here when it was Wigder. They were a great family to work for!

[@victordelacruz3898]

My wife and I just purchased a 2024 Trax Active, We have 500 miles on the odometer and we both love it. Our daughter has the trailblazer LS and we both agreed that the Trax was the better vehicle for us. The price we paid was just under $27,000 here in Arizona. 😊

[@Author-kat]

I live in Florida and I have an all wheel drive and it is great in the rain and if anyone knows Florida it rains a lot especially in the summer ⛱️. Stay well and have a beautiful day

[@ez054098]

Excellent video. Given all of the features of both, I would choose my 6.2L Tahoe.

[@theirishman088]

Yeah but not many would choose a 1300 a month payment for a vehicle

[@ez054098]

@@theirishman088 🤣

[@eddiegarcia1560]

I think the Trax easily has the more updated interior/infotainment. I am in the process of choosing one of these vehicles and little by little I'm leaning more towards the rhe Trax 2 RS.

[@cormaro13]

Enjoy that low quality , you'll be trading it back in real soon lol

[@Tathlon1]

I went to Chevy dealer yesterday and looking at the trailblazer because of the review from Edmund then stumbled into the Trax ...and now I think more than likely I will go with the Trax...AWD is not needed so FWD is just fine...the ony thing I like from Trailblazer is you can customize the roof color....but well can't have everything adn Trax is nice enoughadn most importantly the price is very reasonable...thanks for the review !

[@cormaro13]

You're going to hate that low quality when it screams at you during ownership , people already having problems , do yourself a favor and get a better brand lol

[@dane9193]

If I were to pick between these vehicles I'd pick the Bolt EUV. ;-) But really, of these two vehicles, I'd go for the Trax. I agree, AWD isn't really necessary even in the states with the heaviest snowfall. You're much better off with a good set of winter tires that you swap between seasons. Those help with braking and steering too, not just acceleration like AWD. Plus, you get better economy long-term.

[@stevenkreiss2113]

We have a 19 AWD Trax 2 LT. The New Trax is light-years ahead of the older model.. Though we love our trax.

[@wondrafuladventures]

We bought the Trax and while we live in a snowy climate, we have never had AWD and did not see the value in spending 4 grand to get the Trailblazer over the Trax Active. Can't wait to see the Equinox EV come out, that may be our next purchase

[@4_Ever_Gr8teful_22]

Do you notice anything with that 3 cylinder engine? Are you getting good power or is it slow?

[@cormaro13]

U guys must enjoy low quality out there 😂

[@SuperWooba]

I think that 1.2 turbo would be a perfect swap for a Fiero. I think about weird things like that a lot lol

[@michellesimons7208]

I wanted a Fiero so bad when they first came out. It was so cool having the stereo speakers in the headrest.

[@slash11lipo]

I didn't hear you mention the crappy CVT in the Trailblazer with the 1.2. It ruins the driving experience compared to the 6 speed in the Trax. Great review though.

[@mannym1248]

I think I'd give the Trax a go cause I like the interior styling better and exterior but that 3 cylinder engine still has me a little skidding. I love the Trailblazer too though but hoping to get a Trax soon when I get my money from my accident

[@cormaro13]

Let's hope not you're going to be hating the low quality lol

[@josephpanozzo4815]

I test drove both, and l like them both. The main thing that kept me purchasing one or the other is the “additional dealer markup/market adjustment” above MSRP prices and other dealer markups like nitrogen in the tires, extended warranties, filing fees, and other mandatory add on junk forced on a buyer. All I want to pay is MSRP plus tax, title, license, and a negotiated downward document fee. Too bad dealer greed prevented me from buying.

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Are you near NJ... we arent doing markups.. only one dealer fee which is 389

[@josephpanozzo4815]

@@DaveBsellsChevy not near New Jersey. If I were, I’d buy from your dealership. Thank you for your helpful videos anyway.

[@goforho7257]

Dealers in my area are automatically adding $5k to sticker. And still selling them as fast as they can pull them off the truck, the few they are getting which isn't many. And they have almost nothing coming in looking months out.

[@BrEmail]

Wise decision.... I had a dealer try that stunt on me too I said no way

[@JamesDonlan-jv8bm]

Thank you brother great review I bought the 1RS Trax in April in at Hornbeck Chevrolet in Pa. I love it. Your review was spot on it is a game changer.

[@russellbertles53]

Love my new Trailblazer!

[@coyleatkinson]

greetings from buffalo, ny, where we know blizzards and heavy snow. , never had AWD, so we will put 4 snow tires on our 24 Trax 2 RS and they grip really well and not, we also bought a 23 apt to slide

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Tires do make a big difference.. I ran firestone snow tires on a Cavalier Coupe... That car got through anything!

[@christopherhouston7622]

I bought the tracks for My Wife and she loves it 2024 and I work for a Chevy dealer lol

[@digitalfutur]

Great review. I'd also get the Trax, but with 1RS trim. Not a fan of the cyclops gauge cluster on the higher trims and no need for a bigger infotainment screen as I use Apple Car Plays apps exclusively. And the keyed ignition is a great anti-theft feature...no chance of relay theft or key fob cloning.

[@carlinwestley22]

Greeaaat review my friend! I had prepared to get the trax but I will need the blazer because I have a toddler and I think the 5 inches of room would be beneficial.

[@Lizette068]

This was a great review. The best!! I love the Trail blazer but I think I will wait for the 2024

[@danmw77]

I have had 6 out of 7 vehicles that have been front wheel drive here in Missouri and I am used to our Winters we have and no big deal for all wheel drive for me. I too like the way thr Trax looks but don't get me wrong both look great.

[@siobhancalandrelli1443]

Great video! Thanks for the spreadsheets!! I am planning to get a Trax soon, so this is excellent info. Thank you!

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Hopester47]

I currently drive a 2020 Equinox Premier AWD. Seriously loving the Trax 2RS...seems like it's close to the same size as the Equinox...and. LOT less $$$!! The only negative I see with the 2RS Trax is the small sunroof...love my panoramic sunroof! Thanks for the comparison 👍

[@kayleelinder4911]

I’m debating between a equinox premier and the 2023 trax

[@cormaro13]

Sell it lol

[@BobbyLips]

My HHR's front passenger seat also folds down. I fit my entire kayak in it with the hatch closed. That is one of the best features of a crossover/suv and all makes and models should be able to have this feature. I fit more in the HHR while I continue to see bikes and kayaks hanging out of trucks with 5' beds. It's comical.

[@Raider19582]

I like both but I'd choose a Rav4 or an Hr-v.

[@QueenellaGibson]

I'm in North Jersey and I'm watching a video now headed to Schumacher in Clifton to buy! Thank you for this video.

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

See you Wednesday morning 👍

[@frankiemck40]

We just got an LT Trax partially based on your videos. Thank you

[@bgmarksu]

Why can’t gm put soft padding where your elbows go and that includes the top of the door?

[@katieraffield6133]

Literally just left the dealership and had the same decision to make… I chose the trax! :)

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Congrats!!! Which trim did you go with?

[@Luke-zx4nx]

The Trax is a better value. If you want AWD, I would get a Subaru instead. If you can find a 2023 Crosstrek you can still get it in a manual too.

[@highwayman1218]

Crazy they deleted the manual trans for 24....

[@Cruzan9]

For me it's comfort. I have a couple of physical issues. Getting in and out comfortably as well as seat and armrest comfortably are important. That's especially true for commutes. They both look good to me. Trailblazer is boxy and is like the distant cousin of Jeep (looks only) and the other is like baby brother to midsize styling SUV. I suspect they both perform roughly the same way. At the end of the day I think I'd just test drive both. I'm also considering the Envista. I like that coupe sedan look. Hard to call it an SUV. LOL

[@IrishOhionan]

I still feel these are going after the same buyers. I hate how GM is "depowering" these vehicles like they did in the Equniox by eliminating the 2.0 engine, which made it sneaky quick.

[@avidrocker]

my 24 Trax is plenty fast enough, it keeps up with anything on the highway.

[@cormaro13]

​@avidrocker 😂😂 I wouldn't say that , we both know everyone just driving as u pretend that trax is fast 😂😂😂

[@cormaro13]

Yup gm loves it low quality buyers that don't have a clue how the internet works

[@Vibe69909]

Thank-you for the education on the awd vs fwd. I never had it explained to me in such detail. 🙏🏾👍🏽 New Subscriber

[@garymiller1977]

We have had several makes of cars and the Chevrolet brand is my favorite. Great features and looks at a good price. I like both the Trax and Trailblazer, but still will choose the Equinox.

[@Patricia-kb5qv]

This was very helpful! Thank you!!

[@LucidDreamer54321]

You said the front passenger seat in the Trax cannot fold down. But I just watched another video where they folded the front passenger seat in both a 2024 Trax and a 2024 Trailblazer. They both looked exactly the same.

[@dolan447]

Fwd with good winter tires does the job really really good, i got a Chevy Cobalt and i live in a hilly neighborhood in Quebec where we get alot of snow. I think that an awd isn't necessary plus i really don't like how the trailblazer looks so yea Trax definitely

[@laurencehebert4880]

Ok Dave. I've never purchased a domestic car. But this Trax keeps catching my eye. The only general thought about it is if I wanted a Korean vehicle I'd buy Hyundai Kia. At least I would get an additional two-year warranty on it. That being said, how much is an additional two-year warranty through GM? And in your opinion is it worth it? I drive an average of 20,000 miles a year so that's why I'm concerned with three or 36,000 warranty.

[@OrdinaryG33K-SF]

Trailblazer for me. With the 1.3L/155HP/AWD/9-speed transmission (and a rear center armrest, which the Trax does not have). But I'm waiting for the 2024.

[@OrdinaryG33K-SF]

@@mattnorman5241 Why not?

[@goforho7257]

@@mattnorman5241 My 2021 Trailblazer has had exactly ZERO recalls.

[@OrdinaryG33K-SF]

@@mattnorman5241 I'm not worried about perceptions. I buy the car that I like, and which is the best buy. Don't have a single concern about looking "poor".

[@straight_razor]

Because of the ridiculous high prices of EVs, people will start moving back to theses less expensive all gas models. There's no reason to get the Trailblazer unless you go with the AWD and bigger engine. But that's $5k more which means you could buy 5 Traxs for every 4 Trailblazers. Hence, price is everything and Trax wins this battle. Great video demonstration, BTW!

[@michaelcerrato8565]

Both are nice vehicles. I would pick the Trailblazer if it had a 4 cylinder engine with more horse power.

[@jacobsaulsbury981]

I bought one with 1.3 I notice the the torque more at 176 ft-lbs compared to the 1.2 at 162. I wanted a AWD since I live in the mountains PNW and its shift on the fly.

[@timbrown6599]

I'm thinking I'd get the trailblazer. With my knees as they are, lower cars aren't as easy to get out of. I'm also thinking the A Pillar might be further away from the seat. I have problems getting my right foot out. So many cars like this.

[@jrp894]

I have a 2016 trax and have had nothing but trouble with it since i leased it new in 2016, i then bought it out of the lease in 2019 and now in 2023 it has 81,000 miles, many new or fixed mechanical parts, drives horribly (with regular oil changes & maintenance) and violently shakes when idling. It drives even worse with heat or ac on plus an added smell from the vents. Hope the new one is made better

[@SimirSidhu]

Hi Dave thank you for sharing information i would buy Trax you explained very well even when we go to show room they don't.

[@WurdNinja007]

I think the Trax looks better. It's more sleek towards the rear from the side view and the Trailblazer appears more stubby.

[@eringould6203]

I just bought the same Trax you had in video & I absolutely love it ❤

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Awesome! Congrats!!

[@baham9217]

The kicker for me was the front passenger seat in the Trailblazer folding down for additional length of cargo space. That's it. I agree about AWD, but I'll take that as an advantage for the Trailblazer, as well. I do like the styling of the Trax, too; I'm looking forward to the Trailblazer refresh and the new colors.

[@angelfieseler5358]

Trail blazer all the way

[@LebronFan216]

@@angelfieseler5358yea their a Chevy dealership literally next to me I seen both and thinking bout trading in my Kia forte GT for it honestly I know it’s faster but I want a small suv and my gf already have a 23 Kia sportage so I need a digital display lol but yea trailblazer all the way!!!

[@Treeofwysdm]

That was super informative and really helpful, thank you!

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@NickTwisp80]

I've always suspected some customers just want the AWD because they think it's better or for vanity reasons. When I lived in New Jersey, any substantial snowstorm would tie up the roads to the point where traffic hardly moved. Having AWD does no good sitting on the Garden State Parkway in a snowstorm creeping along at 15 mph.

[@SunnynPhilly]

Plus they are both Korean made with turbo 3s, I think I’ll stick with my naturally aspirated v6 4Runner (even with the mpg penalty.)

[@sweetcraft557]

I love the trailblazer looks more rugged and there is some 2020 models that look like the 2023 so why not going with an used one and get a better deal than a 23 Trax

[@evers6214]

I like that chevy pit some effort into an affordable small car. Will be interesting to see how many of these they produce. Maybe somebody actually cares that not everyone wants a big expensive suv or truck. For the past two years my local Chevy dealer has had basically zero cars on a lot full of very expensive big stuff

[@kevinmahoney5994]

Just left a dealer where I saw a trax that has been there for 118 days

[@DaveBsellsChevy]

I just took a look at ours and it seems the Crimson Red is the least desireable color as they are our four oldest Trax's, 90 to 93 days old. All the others we have are 35, 15, and 7 days old

[@s99614]

The only reason to get the Trailblazer is if you want 4WD or the higher ground clearance.

[@dauntlessasmr7910]

Price = Trax. These two are just too similar. Why pay more for the Trailblazer if you don't need AWD? If you do, different story. Also... As messed up as it is, if you ever need to live out of your vehicle, the fact that you can fold down the front passenger seat is going to be a huge factor for some in buying the Trailblazer over the Trax. Get yourself a somewhat thick, roll-up, foam mattress, along with a sleeping bag. Find a secluded spot to park. There you go. On a more pleasant note: Maybe you need to make a solo road trip. Money a bit tight. Lower that front passenger seat and sleep one night on the road. No need for a motel. AWD and that folding front passenger seat is going to persuade at least some folks to get a Trailblazer over a Trax. But seriously, why buy a FWD drive Trailblazer with the 1.2 liter engine when you can get a similar-looking Trax, also FWD with the same engine for over $1K less money. I'm sorry, just makes no sense to get a Base trim Trailblazer over a Base trim Trax. Save that over $1K for gas at the pump.

[@carlmaki8701]

Being where i live the AWD Trailblazer is my choice but if i lived somewhere with limited or no snow i would go with the Trax

[@zachlyyyy69]

I’ll be curious to the longevity of the Trax with its 1.2L turbo.

[@Kassiyaa]

Great video! This made me feel a lot more comfortable about the trax not being AWD, thinking about trading in my 2021 trax for a 2024!

[@TRUEEEEET]

At first i said the trailblazer. The only thing i dont like about it is how short it is. Then i said the trax but i dont like the fact that the rs2 doesn't have power seats like the active. So im totally confused. But i think either of them would be great. They look good and the price is definitely right. Never owened a 3 cylinder vehicle before so not certain how well that works but hopefully great.

[@GOCARTV-kt3sx]

Really impress on all new design Trax, Thank for your video comparison 😍

[@kaylove666]

Your descriptions were phenomenal

[@helainefossier]

Great comparison video and very informative. I really like the Trax. I have a 2020 Toyota CHR and I’m thinking about getting the Trax.

[@SunnynPhilly]

The trax is sold as the seeker in china 🇨🇳, it’s already been sold there for a couple years. The one’s heading to the USA are built in S Korea.

[@overundersidewaysdown]

Currently cross shopping the TRAX, TUCSON, and CX50, believe it or not.

[@miguelaldana4836]

I think you forgot about which one can pull a trailer?? That's why I chose the trailblazer because comes with towing package!!!!!

[@dave1956]

If I could order the vehicle as I wanted it, I would get an Activ with 2RS tires and rims and the analog gauges, manual climate control and key start from the LS or 1RS. But then I guess that it’s not 1977 when I ordered my first new car.

[@lenacheney]

Initially my mind was made up i was going to get the trax. I don't know what changed but i ended up falling in love with the trailblazer. I liked it has a 1.3L with awd. I have a 4 year old and our roads get bad where i live. I ended up buying a 2021 trailblazer with the panoramic sunroof, premium seating package (leatherette), and power liftgate. I liked that the vehicle was higher off the ground for better visibility. I feel like the trailblazer is distinct in its styling. When i park it i can spot it out in a crowd. I would have preferred a brand new vehicle but honestly it only has 35,000 and i bought a 3 year bumper to bumper. My vehicle was a steal at 22,995 being certified. I only wish i had gotten the bose sound system and adaptive cruise control but i can live without those. My advice is to sit/drive both of them. I know that 20hp might not seem like a huge difference on paper but it feels like alot more compared to me test driving the trax

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

The Trax's 1.2 liter engine has a timing belt that GM says is only good for about 80,000 miles, if you get the Trailblazer in AWD you get a different engine 1.3 liter with a metal timing chain that (if you do oil changes regularly and don't race it) the engine and timing chain could last you 200,000 miles. Your choice but for me i've never been a fan of timing belts. The AWD Trailblazer has a button so you can (deactivate) keep the AWD turned off until you decide that you need it.