The 2024 Blazer EV Is Chevy's EV Middle Child
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- Опубликовано: 9 июл 2024
- Chevy has a lofty goal for the Blazer EV: they want it to be the EV for middle America. Yep, that's what they said. They think the Equinox will be more popular on the coasts and the Blazer with it's bigger batteries, longer range and wider seats will appeal to the crowd buying the current Blazer. Are they right? Let's find out.
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0:00 - Introduction
0:32 - Styling
2:02 - How big is it?
4:10 - Batteries and motors
5:31 - Range
6:32 - Legroom and headroom
8:55 - Interior
14:18 - How does it drive?
21:01 - How much does it cost?
22:54 - Conclusion 
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EV for the rest of us? This is more expensive than a Tesla Y. I think Chevy’s BOLT EUV would be the one that’s affordable for most of us.
Tesla isn’t affordable they lose big money on selling them it’s they make money on government money via other sources of the business.
@@neubauerjosephwhat other “sources of business”?
I found a Bolt (non-EUV) for $22,500. $7500 tax credit gets it down to $15k. For a new car. In 2023. But they only sold 11,000 of them last year, barely over 1% of all EVs sold. There is virtually no market for small, inexpensive EVs, so we will continue to get $50k, $60k, and $70k EVs that have high enough profit margins to justify the low volumes in which EVs sell.
Nobody is buying smaller cheaper vehicles. Nobody. The automakers listen to the market. Everyone is driving midsize SUVs.
@@FuncleChuckbolt euv selling pretty good ... Ppls money getting tight ... Paying 40 50,000 for a non luxury vehicle is getting old quick...
Since the RS models are the only ones actually available, I would have to say no. For $60k I expect more. If you are willing to spend $60k, just spend $62k and get the Cadillac.
If you spend 62K to get the Cadillac you are getting either a optioned Tech or a low Lux 1 Lyriq, those do not have all the features. As for the Blazer, the 7500 tax credit plays a part and gets it down to the same price as a fully optioned ICE Blazer RS.
The subscription plans for their new infotainment system makes it seem like you only get an 8 month trial for full connected features. Then it's $25/month. If that's really the case then this is just a deal breaker.
I think you get 8 years connected car with purchase.
@@TroySavaryI don’t know the fine print for the Blazer, but the 8 year connected car thing is usually just for things like maintenance alerts. OnStar pricing is insane and convoluted. If this is anything like my Lyriq you’ll get 6 months where everything works, then you’ll be paying at least $15 per month just to get the in-car apps to work. Then another $10 or $15 if you want remote access with the app. Thankfully my Lyriq still has CarPlay so I can skip all but the cheapest remote app access plan at $10 per month. But without CarPlay in the Blazer you’re looking at a minimum of $15 per month just to get navigation working after the 6 month trial. It’s very clear why GM dropped support for CarPlay and Android Auto. It’s all about forcing consumers into their subscription plans.
The whole thing is designed to be confusing and make buyers think they’re getting more than they are.
It’s bad enough they’re discontinuing the Bolt. And now they’re dropping CarPlay? Whoever took that decision needs to be fired. The entire point of CarPlay is to keep computing processing speeds of the car modular and outside of the car itself. I can but a new phone when it becomes slow for a few $100.
They are bringing the Bolt back for 2025 model year.
What are you doing with your phone while driving where processing power is stressed?
headlights and stoplights = volvo-ish. No CarPlay? yeah, sure! They wanted to do something different than the rest in favor of the driver...
What! No trunk check...? I am always a bit stunned when a car review of an SUV or similar type vehicle never covers the cargo area which is a prime feature of these vehicles.
Alex always does, so I’m guessing he was really limited for time with it or possibly had video recording issues.
It seems to me that the Equinox is the Chevy for Middle America. Who can afford the Blazer?
Not having android auto is pretty much a deal breaker for me. Not that I cannot learn to use something else, but I have everything I need already on my phone. why should I have to link or copy it into a 3rd party system to properly be able to use my already saved and ready navigation items...
I think you would sign in to your Google account through the car and have everything synced with your account
@@garrettw99 Are systems like this simply using a phone as a hotspot? I'd have to use one to pass judgement but I'm guessing offering AA and/or CP costs manufacturers money.
@@rusack7174yeah if the mapping software isn’t running locally on an SD card or other storage device, i think it is usually using the car’s mobile hotspot. Like my Tesla’s mapping software uses a 4G data plan. Mine is free, but I don’t know if they make you pay for that with the connectivity subscription in newer Teslas. It’s reliable enough for me, but local storage would be nice when you’re in the boonies with no service.
No CarPlay is a dealbreaker.
Why? What do you need from your iPhone that you can't do without while driving?
M 84 year old dad bought one of these. AWD, Central MN. I will get to drive it over the holidays. I know he really like the seat since it does not try to squeeze him in so much. He lovse the look of his red one!
Alex, did I miss it or did you omit showing the cargo area?
Surprised we didn’t get to see the rear cargo space. Did I miss it somehow?
My pet peeve as well; a review of an SUV with no talk of the cargo area.
@@kswas2784 Alex is usually really good about this sort of thing, but the fact he says he didn't get to spend as much time as he wanted means it must've been lost in the bustle this time.
I'm an Uber Driver and it sounds like the Equinox EV would be in my potentials for my next car, but no Android Auto means no buy, period. I need to have the ability to project that Uber app and its navigation system to the screen, anything else is untenable.
Quite sure Uber will get it so that app will be on the vehicle... The cars are running Android Automotive and have access to the play store.
The Uber app will definitely be in the Play Store as a native app for the car.
The main reason not having CarPlay is a problem is because the automaker might not support its native software for more than a few years with updates, etc. GM being GM, I bet they don’t care about their customers enough to spend money on supporting the infotainment software after 5 years.
You know that makes no sense right?
@@gregkramer5588 how doesn’t my comment make sense?
GM does not operate that way nor do any of the legacy auto mfg.. I worked with a supplier to one of them and long support is integral to the way they do business.
@@garrettw99
What updates does a car infotainment screen need,, anyway? It has Google Maps and the popular streaming apps.
Equinox EV is gonna be the real sweet-spot. Equinox EV Price vs. Range vs. Size will be unmatched. And qualifies for the full $7,500 credit.
Bolt EUV is still $10-$15k less for decent interior room
@@trevorweinstock4867Equinox looks better
35k min andthat's base model no packages, most likely optioned between 38k-50k
The best part of this review is the review itself. Great job on the new format. The Blazer EV looks good, but it seems a bit ‘meh’ for the money. Interior looks good for 2024, but won’t age well. Seats seem pretty average. Overall packaging is average as well. Can’t imagine these selling very well. Lack of CarPlay is an unforgivable Zonk! I predict heavy discounts toward the end of next year.
There is hardly any difference between much nicer and more powerful Cadillac lyric and this.
I believe Blazer EV pricing will make Lyric sell more.
Price will likeky drop as production ramps.
GM thinks they know better than Apple about software experience. That's cute. Probably the same people that designed those hideous round vents.
I’ll keep my Bolt EUV that was actually affordable
If you have a Bolt EUV, it is new enough that you would not be looking for a replacement yet anyway. By time you would be wanting to trade, the next gen Bolt will be available.
Greetings from southern Ontario Canada I am waiting for the cheaper brother the equinox ev as the chevy blazer ev is 62,000 in Canada
$10k more than a model Y? Why?
Because this is a midsize CUV while the Model Y is a compact.
Did you not see the data where the Y had more creature room and shoulder room. They didn't do the cargo because it's horrible. They would have been better off making a sedan with better efficiency
Because it rides better than a Model Y. Looks better. And has better build quality.
Didn't you know that Chevy is now a "premium" brand with a "premium" price???
@@robspreitzer6997 More premium than a Model Y.
The pricing of this is crazy. Are we not mentioning that a BMW x5 PHEV isn't that much more expensive than a full loaded Chevy blazer? There are so many better cars for the price. I also have to assume people shopping for a blazer ev will cross shop any PHEV in a similar price range.
Price is pretty high. Important things for me, Range, Charging Speed, OTA Software Updates. 60k for under 300 miles is a non starter for me. Need more. I do like the look.
Prices are crazy and no apple car play and android auto? Way to bury your EV program GM….
Great video as usual Alex.
Tesla, Rivian, Polestar all have no Carplay. Doesn't seem to be hurting their sales.
@@TroySavary And they all charge for connectivity. I will always refuse to connect my car to the internet, I can use my phone for navigation using a service I have already paid for. They're just trying to squeeze you for every penny they can.
@@heisenballs I think GM gives 8 years of connectivity with the purchase of the vehicle.
I'm a 23 Bolt EUV owner, and I won't consider a future GM EV if they don't include CarPlay.
CarPlay is no loss to me. I rarely use it. What GM has coming for Ultifi is great.
LOL, You can get after market carplay mods for less than $100.
What do you absolutely need from your iPhone while driving?
@@TroySavary Apple Music with my curated song list.
Getting texts while driving and tapping a button to listen and reply through voice, all the while I keep my eyes on the road.
I prefer Apple Maps and like to switch between Maps and Music on the display just by using Siri, again while keeping my eyes on the road.
Many other use cases, as well.
Have you ever used CarPlay?
Too expensive compared to other EVs in this segment. Now with some EVs losing the tax credit in 2024, then the Blazer EV could be competitive.
People will not see the benefit of the Blazers width and interior room if you don't also show the hip and shoulder room dimensions along with the head and leg room.
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The rear side of the center console looks like a friendly smiley robotic face 🙂
I don't see a single use case for someone to pick this up over other EVs or ICE vehicle
Subscription only entertainment no Apple car play. HARD PASS
Amazing how hard it is for Alex to say Tesla.
If you wanna know how well GM will roll out the Blazer, just take a look at how well they rolled out the Lyriq.
COMPLETE SHITSHOW.
I've been waiting for my Lyriq Sport 3 AWD since May 2022 and it's almost Christmas and I still don't have it. They haven't called me ONCE with an update.
I have a VIN and I can print the window sticker but the car's sitting in a lot in Tennessee.
Great product. Although for families its going to be hard to justify why $8K+or- more than the VW ID4 and Ford Mustang Mach E. These cheaper EVs are already 15K+ more than their ICE counterparts which is more than the lifetime fuel/electric savings
HEADS UP - Chevy is discontinuing Apple Carplay and Android Auto. They are replacing it with some kind of service plan. They promised 8 years free service under the plan, but that has gotten mushy. It's also not clear if they want to charge extra for apps (ie, spotify etc). If anyone can find the terms of all this (actual, not PR press release stuff) that would be great. That's going to be a dealbreaker I think for some! Hidden costs that will pop up after you've owned car for a bit.
They are claiming it about safety - but it's likely about $$$.
Buyers of GM EVs with the new systems will get access to Google Maps and Google Assistant, a voice command system, at no extra cost for eight years, GM said. GM said the future infotainment systems will offer applications such as Spotify's (SPOT.N) music service, Audible and other services that many drivers now access via smartphones. "We do believe there are subscription revenue opportunities for us," Kummer said. GM Chief Executive Mary Barra is aiming for $20 billion to $25 billion in annual revenue from subscriptions by 2030.
My own view - it'll be free for 8 years but then turns into 6 and then 4 years. Dealer can gloss over it at the start - everything works when you drive off the lot. You KNOW dealers will NOT be calling out this fee in the fine print :) I've actually had trouble getting the details on the 8 free years myself.
No service plan on my dad's. Is this just speculation?
agree.. don't need super fast EVs 1️⃣
Surprised we didn’t get to see the rear cargo space😀
Why is it so huge? And from what I can see in the other videos, the cargo capacity seems about the same as the smaller EVs. Packaging efficiency isn't a GM strongsuit I suppose. If it was priced $10k cheaper, it would be competitive, but at (close to) $60k, I don't see the value.
That's the tricky part, I had assumed it would be bigger inside, but it is in fact not
And no frunk or apple CarPlay/android auto. Shame!
@@daymajor4690People don't actually use either frunks or phone mirroring that often.
Dropping CarPlay/Android Auto is dumb and blatantly putting profit over customer experience. Imagine paying GM a subscription fee to use maps/nav functionality you've had - for free - on your phone for the last 10 years. Who do you think can do hardware/software integration better: Apple, or GM?
It's not as expensive as most of us have been told I'm from western Pennsylvania and I've just purchased a 2024 blazer ev awd out the door for 43200$ plus tax and tags it was about the price of an ICE suv 😊
Lack of phone projection makes it hard to justify $60k on a car, not to mention the lack of 800 volt architecture. I'm not sure I'll be upgrading from my Bolt to another GM product
I imagine most people buying new cars are restricted to buying used Altimas with a broken tailight, half-ripped front bumper, and four bald Linglong tires. 😔
Nobody can afford the financing on a used Altima.
The like is for Alex when he says the $60,000 blazer may not be the product for middle America
How long will its battery last? And how much will it cost to replace it? I know Hyundai EV batteries cost A LOT to replace.
It should last the life of the vehicle. Now if it gets damaged in an accident than of course it will cost you!
With the life of the vehicle being the battery pack or around 10 years where the average ice vehicle is 16 years old. If you own it for 5 years great it's the next person that suffers
Data shows that the battery typically at least on Tesla where we have the most data is still at 89% capacity after 10 years. @@psychic1999
Gotta say I'm in love with the interior. I love my Mach-E, but the Blazer's interior is just so much more fun. I'm really digging the bright colors, retro air vents, and lots of physical buttons.
I agree but it is very pricey. Currently a Model Y costs over 10K less and offers a lot of the same functionality. I think at these prices, people should really consider spending the extra 5-10K for a Lyriq which truly feels special
No Apple CarPlay, no deal. Polestar uses Android Automotive and they offer Apple CarPlay. No idea why GM is doing this. It was in my old Bolt.
Compare between Blazer EV vs. Mach E would be great !
they cancelled the base model so they can kick rocks. also they're getting rid of CarPlay (a system that isnt perfect but people NEED)
Never felt the need for Carplay.
Amazing video Alex.
52k dollars and they couldn’t change the notification sound from what’s been on android since at least 2.3 gingerbread in 12 years ago
Ditching CarPlay and Android auto _is_ pretty much a deal breaker for me.
What do you need from your iPhone while driving that you cannot get with Bluetooth pairing?
I cancelled my order for the Blazer when I found out they were dropping CarPlay. :(
What do you absolutely need from your iPhone while driving?
No Apple CarPlay is it nonstarter for me. I turned off the video after I heard that. I am done with General Motors. I also heard they are going to start a subscription service for navigation, and even to turn on your heated seats.
A motorized charging door... that starts off very badly in my mind in terms of economy. Everything has to be paid for, especially everything that humans don't have to do with their hands.
Some say negligible but it's the accumulation of non-essential motorized stuff for moving from point a to point b that bugs me.
When my lease ends on my current Chevy, I won’t be leasing another one because they’re getting of CarPlay.
CarPlay is a priority and no matter what these manufacturers do, their default system will never be as good as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, even with Android Automotive.
Their excuse for getting rid of it being safety is a halfass excuse. They want the subscription money and that just doesn’t sit right with me.
The lack of apple car play just might be a deal breaker for me. Love this vehicle, but I guess I’ll stick with the combustion version for a while.
The Honda Prologue is a very similar vehicle and it keeps CarPlay. -Travis
Center screen is so bad it gave me cancer. From the climate bottom bar that should be below with the buttons, to the inches lost on the left side, to the bar at the top. What is the actual useful screen size? What is the monthly subscription cost for the maps?
The Chevy Blazer SS EV did a lot of trick driving in the new Barbie movie. It was blue.
I'm an Android guy, so not a dealbreaker for me. I've read that phone projection works (the old school way of CarPlay/AA)? 5.4 is plenty quick enough for me. The upcoming Kia EV9 is the only thing that is really in it's class as far as size, albeit it is not 3row.
Are you willing to pay the subscription cost for android after the free period runs out? There is going to be some fine print about this that means that the maps stuff will require more $$ later monthly.
@@randominternet5586 Right now I pay for Onstar. I'd probably let that go and just pay for the G-Services
I'm an Android guy, and lack of Android Auto is a dealbreaker for me. I don't want a monthly subscription, and Android Automotive is not a substitute for Android Auto. The list of Android Automotive apps is not nearly as extensive as Android Auto apps.
@@dansanger5340What needed apps are missing?
@@TroySavary They have a grand total of 106 Android Automotive apps in the Google Play Store, so lots of missing apps. For me, the big missing one is Podcast Addict, which I use every day.
Love that there’s no sunroof. I don’t want to pay for something I will never use. I tint my cars, I like shade. (I work outside)
The glass roof actually makes the vehicles safer. Model 3 broke the crusher during safety testing.
Good vehicle and review, but the red interior is too much for me. Is there an option for another color like black or charcoal? Thank you!
yes
Thanks for this Alex, but like you, I'm much more interested in the Equinox EV.
I just bought that exact car, same color, I love it!
So not supporting CarPlay is a big strike one. Not being able to play high quality audio from my phone is another large strike. So I use my phone more than my car. I also stream audio from my phone to the various speakers in my home in high quality. So in this new Blazer I would have to download the app (if available) and hope that it knows what song and where in that song that I had left off previously. There is not a lot in this Blazer that distinguishes it from the competition that supports CarPlay. So I will be passing on all GM EVs for now.
There's Apple music on Android
Why can't Chevy set their specs in stone at launch?@@VkXander1
Motorized charging port cover is a big No-No for long term realiability.
Great review as always! I went to try to buy a Blazer EV RS but they told me I don't qualify for the $7.500 tax credit, because you are supposed to own a Chevy vehicle, but I own a GMC so I cannot get that credit. I thought the federal credit was based on your income. Do you know anything about that?
When will they be in dealerships? And what about the elusive Equinox?
They said not til Spring, because they keep losing money on EVs. They’re not a serious company
The already are. My local dealer had two out on the lot a week or two ago, sold now. Another nearby dealer has one right now. The Blazer EV RS that is.. no idea on Equinox.
I'd really like to see a review of the 2024 Volkswagen I'd.4. Your review of the 2021 model is getting a little outdated. Thanks for sharing!
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It's a deal breaker, at least with a Tesla. You can add a front driver screen with Android Auto, Sirius XM, etc.
ICE Blazer is a popular car with Chevy customers? I am surprised. I thought the car was a big failure. I have never seen one on the road ever.
I see a lot of them here and back home in MN. Especially up there!
Yeah I’m in California and I’ve only seen like 10 of them, but it holds true with the fact that very few people buy domestic cars in the more liberal areas of California.
@@garrettw99Chevy Blazers are made in Mexico
@@Radek3887 yeah but most ill-informed shoppers think it’s made in America when they see a Chevy badge
CarPlay is NOT a deal breaker for me....but I do NOT like the red trim. Look forward to seeing your Equinox EV review when that is available.
San Diego!! ❤ Like it’s an EV from a car company, but don’t like the price, missing frunk and no Apple Airplay. 😔
No Apple CarPlay no sale. To many other options to not get something I want just because Chevy wants to sell it’s own version.
The lack of CarPlay is a deal killer for me.
Wonder if it charges as inconsitient as other Ultium products...... Oh well, almost no one will get to know as they won't build many. 🤷
Great Video as always!!
No CarPlay = NO!
What do you absolutely need on your phone while driving?
No CarPlay? Yeah might be a dealbreaker. Guess I’d need to see what the alternative looks like
I’m caring less and less as onboard systems improve… but…
It’s a bad choice
Same here. Lack of CarPlay is a hard deal killer for me
The center console is so much better designed than the Bolt. I hate the cup holders location on my 23 EUV
I don't see a case for buying this over the Tesla Model Y, the sales leader
This is over $10k more expensive, has a smaller interior, less cargo room, is slower and less powerful, has no national charging infrastructure, and will have teething problems, being a brand new model for GM. This is only for people who either 1. Only buy Chevy. or 2. Won't buy a Tesla. A pretty small group.
I agree, it is too expensive for middle.America.
Grrrr! What is it with the blinking brake lights??
No Apple CarPlay is a deal breaker for a new car regardless of cost (for me anyway). I think it would be interesting if Alex can bring us a video that shows why manufacturers opt for offering CarPlay vs Android Auto, one or the other, or neither.
It seems like a no-brainer to offer both but I’d imagine there’s more nuance to manufacturers making these decisions.
Honestly same, no CarPlay or android auto is a hard pass for me.
There is an article that has a reason. They are claiming that CarPlay and Crapdroid Auto “are distracting and take your attention away from driving and are therefore dangerous “ which is completely wrong. Same could be said for their software. 😂😂😂
@@Digikidthevoiceofreason Tell us how you really feel! Good God!
@@Digikidthevoiceofreason yeah, if “less distraction” is the rationale, I think it’s a mute point since they’ve got giant screens everywhere. Chrysler etc. have a nice option to turn off the screen with a big button in the middle of the dash - I appreciate that, especially when driving in heavy rain, nighttime, or heavy snow.
What do you get with Carplay that you absolutely need while driving?
BEST Blazer EV review, so far
I wonder how long GM/Google will support Android Automotive?
I'm an Android phone user, and even I'm not confident in Google's ability to keep the various Android phones up-to-date.
They won't comment sadly.
Dash Deal Breaker for sure.
No apple car play? No thanks. GM business majors sure know how to lose a customer
Amazing car, am looking to trade up my Bolt of 4 years, that i have loved.
I don't get who Chevy is designing for. Removing carplay alienates younger drivers (older drives already using on-star won't mind), but the funky styling will alienate older drivers. 60k for a Chevy will alienate most everyone.
No credit pass-through for leases? Are you kidding me?
This looks gorgeous! Can’t wait to see one in person. As for the price….well, can we explain why Apple sells that many iPhone???? Aren’t they the most expensive phone out there???? There is a market for this :-) can’t stop innovation I guess!
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Overall I like where GM is going with their EV's (I'm a 2020 bolt owner myself)
But they really need to do a better job with the pricing. If the equinox is not under $40k I think these cars wont really be for "middle america"
Tesla Model Y is cheaper. Who in their right mind is paying a premium price for a Chevy?
Interesting how they went from the Bolt EV in 2017 specifically tuned for Carplay/Android Auto with no built in Navigation option(the refresh did add as a premium option). To now no Android Auto/Carplay at all. That's definitely not an EV for the masses choice, adding cost for an 'integrated' system vs bring your own device mentality. Also they should've used this opportunity to move away from the Blazer nameplate to maybe come out with a Bronco/Wrangler competitor, I guess they don't like money. Plenty of other names in the bucket, Lumina, Venture, Vega, Nomad would've been good as that was at least a wagon, and downplays range anxiety.
Carplay/Android Auto phone mirroring was always a stopgap solution. It will be dropped by more and more OEMs as the built in systens improve.
Its funny that people say no carplay no go. I get it. But having 3 hev i will tell you the CCS port is what makes this a dinosaur. They say NACS update will take care of this do you think those building new charging stations are going to invest in CCS and there wont be dongle issues?
Laughably i charge my Tesla with a j adapter at home but it really takes the convenience out of a native NACS l2 charger just like CCS will.
Yes, no CarPlay is a deal breaker.
If you have to use Google maps in their system, do you need internet?
Not just for California or New York? Ummm, they’ve never designed an ev for New York yet!!!! I’m still waiting! Nobody ever designs cars for New York unfortunately.
Because current battery chemistry sucks in the cold. No way around it. My Tesla loses 40% range in the winter and my next car will be a hybrid or regular ICE
No CarPlay is a deal killer.
Chevy and Ford pulling back from EV production blaming the market lol. I blame the prices and the rates. How is better than a model Y, ill even take the ioniq 5 for Way less