Chevrolet Trailblazer | Exclusive India Drive | Autocar India

Chevrolet wants to draw customers back to its showrooms on the strength of desirable new products. The Trailblazer SUV is the first of the lot. Does it make an impression? Renuka Kirpalani finds out.
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[@sushant2041]

50kg of torque😳 i actully stopped the video and googled it to confirm. Dammmmm chevy you just made me skip a heartbeat. I can only wonder how to feels to step on gas and unleash that fury. Till today i feel proud of having Optra Magnum, it brings a smile on my face everytime the turbo kicks in. You guys really live up to the saying "AMERICAN MUSCLE". Who cares how it looks. Its a beast. This much power even tata trucks don't have.

[@adityaagnihotri5053]

sushant ahlawat brother it does push you back when you go hard on the gas. I got one in 2017.

[@siddhartharay1835]

V powerful engine, but the torque comes at 2000 rpm only, so not very useful as most luxury cars catch-up 100kms per at 1800 so rpm s, thus this have to rev ed hard, thus wasting fuel, I have a BMW x1, having 400kgm of torque coming at 1750 rpm, it's usable,...merc cars are still better, their max torque comes at 1350 rpms

[@DB-MH11]

2 min silence for those who bought it 🤐

[@VaasuEdits]

I Like the Power of TRAILBLAZER....197bhp WOW....

[@rishikausshik00]

Only 2 airbags, non-adjustable 2nd row, no 4X4... but completely imported and high price!! I would never choose this over it's rivals.

[@armanpena3870]

In other asian markets 8 airbags with 4x4.

[@Johnvalkyre]

this is sold in Australia as Holden colorado ..

[@lavykhurana]

Ryt all cars of chevy are sold as holden in aus and mz

[@experimenteks3974]

This is available here with a 2.8 6AT 4x4 LTZ SE variant and its a beast. Better looking and better equipped than the Fortuner IMO and about 200k cheaper too. Been thinking of getting this one or the the new Ford Everest. Definitely two of the best for money value midsive SUV in the market right now.

[@anupnadkarni9569]

This is second generation Trailblazer in international market sold as Holdon Colorado in Australia but is shared by Isuzu's first generation MU-X which is why it doesn't look as good as its predecessor generation. Looks more like a transition model waiting for perfection which what usually brands do with their products

[@velociraptor018]

what's the different between this trailblazer on this video and the video they upload 6month's ago? except the color..

[@amit19127]

OK Pros: Good Punch , Great BHP and Torque, easy overtaking, Imposing size, Responsive steering , Spacious, comfortable back seat Cons: No 4x4 options, no manual option, overtly expensive for an old school SUV, Bumpy rides, listless dash, steering heavy while parking and u turn

[@patelsaheb8731]

Is the video shot in Gujarat?

[@deepak696]

The Car without doubt is fantastic, put a Honda/Toyota logo on it give it any name and would still sell like hot cakes. That's the power of brand which is seemingly lacking in Chevy for the moment, so I'll cross my finger, say a prayer & hope for the best!! *Good luck GMI!

[@dhruvdogra1491]

Lol @ people complaining about the lack of 4XX4 variant. A bunch of wannabe offroaders.

[@srimantamajhi2440]

Its same as Isuzu mux 2018

[@R0H1TPRASAD]

well i saw this and immediately told myself to wait for its face lift and that too if and when it comes with a 4x4 option...

[@fidatobaby979]

Nikhil Bhatia, :p -The DRIVER while renuka ji rocks

[@samuelmariasebastine1773]

when will the 4wd version will come to india

[@tanumaychakraborty3126]

The car is new in my dictionary, I have seen the vehicle in our rural area, Its muscular look attracted me highly, the gap of wheel and mud-guard is eye catching, ground clearance is excellent, I have seen the SUV in standing position and it was just amazing. I am highly satisfied myself to see this review, Thank u Madam and the entire team of Autocar for providing knowledge to me about "Chevrolet Trailblazer".

[@godservant6450]

I have a confusion ..........which one is a good and better family suv ISUZU MUV7 OR CHEVY TRAILBLAZER comparing everything a family need while travelling on a long journey .....Please be honest and which one gives better milleage?

[@chancejozsa7557]

will they have this in America

[@KanishQQuotes]

Seriously Chevrolet, you've the complete range of cars and yet you can't sell . I mean u got a car at every price range from 3 lakh spark to 30 lakh Captiva. The sail siblings and enjoy are horrible. If you cant even sell the beat then there's something really wrong that you're doing

[@KalpeshPatel78]

+kanishq ruhil the reason why chevrolet can't sell these cars is because they're ill-equipped against the koreans and japanese. I love chevrolet as a brand but I think they're launching too many cars with poor quality stuff in them. They are nothing compared to what they offer in the U.S. Chevrolet should focus only on the premium segment, launching their V6s and V8s. There is a huge market for that in India.

[@automobile3715]

+kanishq ruhil Dude Cruz is an awesome car. My friend has it. Can't say much about the others, but Chevy manages to put more powerful engines in the segment. Take a test drive of the Cruz. I'm sure it'll put a smile on your face.

[@KanishQQuotes]

Regalado Navarrete I own a linea and you need to speak in english

[@SaravananRajavikraman]

+Kalpesh Patel V6 and V8 doesn't have big market in India. In US, Chevy brings such big engines, because petrol is cheaper there and so people care less about fuel efficiency. Also, prices of the car is way low comparing to India due to minimal taxes maybe. In India, both fuel and tax are high and heavy especially comparing to money value

[@KalpeshPatel78]

***** ... Come to Delhi, You will be surprised. Everyone owning an Audi, A mercedez or a 7 series BMW to a Range Rover would love to own a V6 or a V8. I don't mind the chevy low end vehicles, but they can't beat the Toyotas and Hondas and the Hyundai's at the economy game. V6s and V8s can also be assembled in India to cut their costs down. Chevy already has a couple of manufacturing plants in India. Chevrolet excels in making iconic cars like the Camaro and the Corvette and the Tahoe.

[@R0H1TPRASAD]

bring back the new 2016 captiva.. its a good looking car,,,,,

[@PramodSingh-kd9rz]

Can u have a preview of Chevy Camaro Indiana version

[@NomadBenny]

Front looks bad. Side and back is copy of toyota fortuner.Chevrolet is only survived in india till now by Beat and Spark.

[@KalpeshPatel78]

+Prannay Singh Spark is horrible.. lol. Beat and Cruze are the only ones I like.

[@dheerajthedragon]

+Prannay Singh spark and beat? brother u haven't seen the cruze i reckon

[@deep124]

Waiting for this to come out..!

[@Salman20100]

whats its ex-showroom price

[@Sunil-ne8mx]

2 x 4 imported to compete with Fortuner?

[@ronakkhona8871]

The editing in the video was very annoying That repetitive image of mirrored frontgrill n logo was the reason to dislike the video

[@lot3741]

everything she said was spot on

[@pratikbaniya808]

It looks like isuzu mux from otside and inside

[@Ghotra121]

who wants a 4 by 4 in India... only 0.5 percent needs.. it really looks massive American size suv... better than the fortuner

[@KalpeshPatel78]

+Rajinder Singh 4X4 is a variant. Need not be the main seller.

[@Ghotra121]

Kalpesh Patel this is what i mean to say, that only few wants 4by4 variant.

[@nakulsunilgowda2165]

amazing car

[@deepak696]

Boy this is such a nice treat! looks awesome, everything is perfect! now wake n kick some butt GM! :-).

[@blinDTiger0.01]

Time to visit OLX

[@btarunr]

Nope, this will be a complete failure at 30 lacs, because current import duty code doesn't favor CBUs, and for its price, the Karnataka-built Fortuner offers 4x4.

[@rajvardhanchavan11100]

Yes you are right

[@amandeshmukh9090]

no 4x4? :/

[@jyothispanjikaran]

A 2 ton massive suv with 241mm ground clearence, but without a 4x4. At 30 lakh ex showroom i really doubt its prospects. Its a shame on Chevy that they still continue to underestimate Indian market...

[@rayfadhilbassamfaisal3662]

what I look here is Isuzu mu-x"-"

[@RogueHedonist]

Why do they call it an SUV when it doesn't come with a basic 4x4?

[@diren89]

will meet the same fate as the chevy enjoy

[@321gautham]

Although it is CBU, it will be competitively priced. They promised to bring here at a low price. Because thailand manufacturing plant is going to shutdown and india is going to be next hub for export. Even i feel that it is dated look, while looking at first time. but at some point it looks good. however this is too late for india. it must be launched before 4 years. lets see how it survive. if LED DRLs added like one in thailand, ill will be good to see. most of the indians dont care about 4x4, instead it

[@NomadBenny]

It will be imported that is why it will cost 30 lakhs in india. Even audi and mercedes car are imported in india and are about double the price in india.

[@shivibhatia1613]

nice pumpy engine but couldhv done better wid d looks as it looks really dated

[@raomansarampublicschool1801]

I am already used captiva . and I want to change your new trailblazer but your price is high . If you want beat the fortuner suv so Decreasing the price in Indian car market. thanks

[@hharprietsingh6710]

It looks like the first generation Toyota Fortuner and a strong contender but will be phased out by rivals because of its service and maintaince issues. As it is chevrolet cars are high on maintaince. Spares are very expensive. Damaged parts if needed are only replaced when they are out of waranty.

[@souvikghosh1126]

+white field I think you have a maruti kinda mindset. If so, please get out of it. A pair of VW Vento horn is ~7000. If you want quality product, don't xpect that in cheaper price. Hv a survey of the ratio of Maruti parts being damaged compare to Chevy. You are getting quality product man. Don't talk rubbish.

[@hharprietsingh6710]

+Souvik Ghosh My experience is based on the ownership of chevrolet cruze and the problem which i have faced. About u tagging about a maruti kinda mindset, do let me know which car clutch fails at 35000 kms as off my cruze which cost me Rs 75000/- company price. Brake pads where changed at first service of 5000 kms. It no point getting judgemental.

[@gangadharm9443]

Super car

[@punitvaity8475]

so its a isuzu mux with a different engine

[@sauravchoudhary1198]

its interior look like d max

[@gopikrishnaswargam]

Come on.. whom is this going to cater to? at least it should have a 4*4 as one variant for enthusiasts! What is GM thinking by bringing it through CBU route? To beat the fortuner this is not enough, knowing the association it has with politicians and wannabe netha's. Best of luck trailblazer hope u won't be trailing behind!

[@Gamergodxxxx]

The last car from Chevy made it get out of the country

[@justinsingh8833]

GM should bring cadilac in India with their new ats and cts .... give the Germans a run for their money

[@redline9973]

It won't be able to tackle the upcoming fortuner and endeavor in all terms.

[@automobile3715]

Shame! It doesn't come with 4x4. But that 500 Nm, is tempting me...

[@magarwal1]

No 4x4 for 28lakhs, Competition has a lot more options. Was really looking for this machine but no 4x4 is a big no....

[@jashmodi]

80% of fortuners in my city are rwd, not awd. So that doesn’t make any difference.

[@Salman20100]

30 lacks mark

[@gaganpreetxp]

looks too much like isuzu d max are they sharing parts

[@abhilashkhajuria]

very nice :)

[@raomansarampublicschool1801]

I have fortuner also . quality wise space wise comfortable better than fortuner .ceverlat gm.

[@PlayyPoint]

hav switched from optra to altis diesel, believe me guys , toyota quality is rock solid, chevrolet appears as cheap chinese for me now.cant call it cheap in this case, it wud be another flop for chevrolet.

[@ramakrishnanramki9115]

Upcoming Ford Endeavour is the best.. It is masculine, lot safer than this and powerful.

[@sheeladityabhattacharya3681]

it's a box

[@mdhussainali7878]

Chevy has only car which is best is tavera ,when do tavera get a new facelift

[@sourabhmontisen5370]

Had light very low focus and pickup low

[@niwantmanus]

They just thrown Isuzu Dmax interiors!

[@barishgr8842]

looks similar to toyota fortuner .

[@bhargavsisir]

it jst luks lyk a cute fat car....im missing the mostrous luk which is usually expected frm gr aftr havin a luk at the cruzw....cruze is heavy muscle....well..cruzin on a cruze sure makes u feel.lyk a king..bt nt the tralblazer....its jst a tall fat suv...chevu..wer missin ur designs with serious attitude...come up with some thin.intresting...something beefy muscular....muscle is something whicch always gets on with an suv..id rather prefr a fortuner or an endaivour to this thing...

[@fundiver198]

I have to say, that for the moment I would never buy any GM product with my own money. Yes ok you might get a lot of horsepower and equipment for your money with this SUV. But most recent GM products have not been probably engineered. So in all likelyhood this vehicle will cause you many problems and be expensive to run in the long run compared to its rivals from Toyota, Mitsubishi, Hyundai/Kia and so on.

[@charudattaatkar8888]

chevys parts and services are too much costly

[@apoorvumate2513]

I must say Chevy needs time to get used to, build quality is only the issue of enjoy and sail but the engines are peppy are definitely a lot more fun than Toyota, vw, suzuki

[@dhruvdogra1491]

+Apoorv Umate The sail and maruti's have the same Multijet from Fiat. Polo's 1.5 will leave both in dust tho.

[@apoorvumate2513]

Dhruv Dogra you are right brother but the 3 cylinder polo is not that smooth , I agree that polo is an awesome car with butter smooth steering. i hope you understand what i am trying to say :)

[@dhruvdogra1491]

Apoorv Umate three cylinder one is a tractor lol.

[@SPM_SS]

True blue Chevy? Issa Isuzu

[@TheDark-Knut]

Who in india would pay 30 Lakh for a chevy? Another failure for chevy.

[@lavykhurana]

Now that is subjective i have a couple of frnds already willing to buy this and few more around are impressed I kinda agree with u indians are with the mentality of badge thing the biggest example being nano Indians won't buy the cheapest car Mentality

[@kittupathak9930]

+Top 5 come to bangalore then u will know cars like santa fe land rover audi mercedes volvo bmw all of them are over 30 lakh by the way spark ,cruze beat are succesfull in indian market

[@TheDark-Knut]

Kishlay Pathak​ Have the patience to Read and understand what i have said. 

[@arunabhadebnath1432]

+Top 5 i guess not.

[@adityaagnihotri5053]

I bought sorry

[@waasifjumani]

Supp

[@helpinghand3668]

better than Toyota or ford more safety than Toyota or ford in 26 lakh

[@sujoynandi1]

This car looks bad am sure this shall not do well in the Indian market

[@gogetter7963]

Sujoy Nandi it looks to humble! 😅

[@jithinnu1868]

better than the fortuner

[@abhishekdesai9681]

safari storme is available at half of it's price. and even at this cost, exterior is DULL

[@cardude1992]

No 4x4 lol

[@rashid247]

Endeavour is going to eat it alive !

[@marekjanczewski]

2048kg- ho, ho

[@baipattu4972]

Only 4x2??😂😂 #FAIL

[@arnavgoel1818]

Endy is better

[@mohammed_aziz_alamry7195]

santafe is better

[@9999lilshawty]

Lol XUV 500 far better than this not even worth 20 lakhs

[@thomasbowman3143]

junk

[@shahnafyousuf1970]

In the middle east, the trailblazer is a lame and cheap vehicle

[@vishaalgarhewal4325]

I dislike this video because I don't like the car Renuka u r a very good anchor. I want to see in Fortuner vs Endeavour episode Make it soon

[@rashid247]

Endeavour is going to eat it alive !

[@fuji3164]

American Vs American