Click for more.
Chevrolet today announced mild updates to its two most affordable vehicles, the 2027 Trax and 2027 Trailblazer.* Notably there are additional safety and driver assistance features and upgraded technology at what is claimed to be exceptional value.[Understandably, no pricing was given at this time partly due to the Trump Mis-Administration ongoing Trade, Tariff and shooting wars, which are wreaking havoc on global automakers. Generally they range from ~$22,000 to ~$28,000 excluding destination freight charges and taxes – AutoCrat.] They will be available at Chevrolet dealers in Spring 2027.
“Trax and Trailblazer combined are currently having their best sales year ever, with more than a quarter-million vehicles delivered year-to-date. Chevrolet is investing in the segment at the right time,” said Scott Bell, Vice President, Global Chevrolet.
Click for more.
“With both these nameplates, Chevrolet sells more vehicles in the small SUV segment than anyone else, and these updates will make them an even stronger option for customers, with more standard safety, improved tech, and a refreshed design,” said Bell.**
First Glimpse Trax and Trailblazer
- The 2027 Trax has simplified its trim offerings. It will be available as an entry-level Trax, RS and ACTIV.
- The 2027 Trailblazer will be offered as an entry-level Trailblazer, RS and all-new Z71.
- The electrical and software architecture is upgraded in both vehicles, enabling more than 20 standard safety and driver assistance features for the 2027 Trax and Trailblazer.
- New standard safety features that will be introduced in the 2027 models include Reverse Automatic Braking, Safety Seat Alert, Side Bicyclist Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Front Park Assist, Rear Seat Belt Indicator, and Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking.**
- Making its debut on Trax and Trailblazer, Storm Sky Gray is an all-new interior color for the Chevrolet brand, offering an earthy tone.
Technology and Tweaks in the 2027 Trax and Trailblazer
- Safety: Now more than 20 standard safety and driver assistance features, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Front & Rear Park Assist, Safety Alert Seat, and Blind Zone Steering Assist.**
- Tech: Google built-in with Gemini is included in a user interface that has a new, larger standard 11-inch-diagonal driver information center and 11.3-inch-diagonal infotainment screen. Paired with newly-available OnStar One (included for 12 months), which has the full suite of OnStar services such as in-vehicle WiFi Hotspot capability and video streaming, Trax and Trailblazer offer a comprehensive suite of technology.**
- Design: Exterior and interior enhancements add claimed style plus flexibility and comfort for occupants.
- Z71: Trailblazer offers an “adventure-ready Z71 trim for the first time.”
*AutoInformed on
**Inevitable Trailblazer and Trax Footnotes
- Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Read the vehicle Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information.
- S. and Canada only. OnStar® plan, working electrical system, cell reception and GPS signal required. OnStar links to emergency services. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data. Service coverage varies with conditions and location. Service availability, features and functionality vary by device and software version. Guardian app is available on select Apple and Android devices; Mobile Crash Response services are intended for use in select vehicles only and can connect automatically on Android devices only. Device permissions are required for app to operate properly. Device and app may not transmit all crash data. In-Vehicle Wi-Fi® Hotspot connects a limited number of Wi-Fi capable devices. Once a device connects, it will automatically reconnect unless hotspot is removed from returning device settings or hotspot password is changed. Performance varies based on number of devices connected and other factors. Remote Commands is available on select Apple and Android devices. See onstar.com for details and limitations.
- Service varies with conditions and location. Requires active service plan. See onstar.com for details and limitations. Vehicle must be on or in the accessory position for Wi-Fi to function.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
Chevrolet Tweaks 2027 Trax and Trailblazer
Click for more.
Chevrolet today announced mild updates to its two most affordable vehicles, the 2027 Trax and 2027 Trailblazer.* Notably there are additional safety and driver assistance features and upgraded technology at what is claimed to be exceptional value.[Understandably, no pricing was given at this time partly due to the Trump Mis-Administration ongoing Trade, Tariff and shooting wars, which are wreaking havoc on global automakers. Generally they range from ~$22,000 to ~$28,000 excluding destination freight charges and taxes – AutoCrat.] They will be available at Chevrolet dealers in Spring 2027.
“Trax and Trailblazer combined are currently having their best sales year ever, with more than a quarter-million vehicles delivered year-to-date. Chevrolet is investing in the segment at the right time,” said Scott Bell, Vice President, Global Chevrolet.
Click for more.
“With both these nameplates, Chevrolet sells more vehicles in the small SUV segment than anyone else, and these updates will make them an even stronger option for customers, with more standard safety, improved tech, and a refreshed design,” said Bell.**
First Glimpse Trax and Trailblazer
Technology and Tweaks in the 2027 Trax and Trailblazer
*AutoInformed on
**Inevitable Trailblazer and Trax Footnotes
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.