DisneyChannelFlow are you trying to convince me, an actual GM owner who knows better, or are you just trying to convince yourself of this bullshxt you post?
Adam Hasan In the past I would have said the Chevy was at least more reliable than an Audi or BMW and less costly to repair. This pile though, I guess I would rather be able to brag about having a German car.
@@Prince-fr2lr If you've ever driven a car with it you know. Its abrupt when starting, it fucks with your AC, if you have a sound system it can mess with it by draining the battery (and therefore straining/ reducing its longevity) and it can wear out various parts (the starter among other things).
Loving the POV on the backroads Matt. Alot of journalists tend not to display this angle but it really does give the viewer a better sense of the performance of the vehicle. Great review👍
Yooooooooooooooooooooo I passed by my chevy dealer and i had a glance and thought wtf is that an SUV Camaro!!!!!! wtf bro this suv/cuv trend got me nuts dude
Can you though? The RS starts at 40K and nothing in the luxury segment matches it at that price point. The X3 is way down on power, same goes for the GLC. I don’t see much that competes with the Blazer in its price range when it comes to performance and features.
@@DrewLSsixnot luxury but the CX-9 might as well be. Very nice interior, cheaper, more torque, better MPG, hell the list keeps on going. This is over priced garbage. Classic Chevy.
@@gigatron2008 I wouldn't say so... the only thing Dodge makes with the RT badge have a V8. If anything they went back on track by not giving the RT badge to something like the caravan or journey, those have their own trim levels.
What’s that matter? ST was still just a mid trim level on the Camaro anyway, the SS trim however was not only top dog for the Camaro it was commonly seen on other Chevy cars and trucks and was never even exclusive to performance vehicles. You could get I6 powered SS Malibu’s in the 60s.
Old Blazers are evidently dead as I haven't seen one on the road for the last 10 years. So, I don't know exactly what you're missing. It was a piece of sh*t vehicle and looked awful. Please elaborate on what you miss or else you're just talking out of your lose as*hole.
@@mr.sphlictor9649 I guess people love their old Blazers because they're daddy used to own one and it used to make them feel safe. So, any new version will break their little melancholic hearts. I agree with you, though. This Blazer is BADASS!
@@LuisRamirez-ln3cj its all just memories of how it was at its time, they "remember" em being good, for its time, as people rememeber old car games such as the NFS underground games and say theyre better than new car games... Theyre not better, and will never be better, same with new cars, these people r just stuck with the thought that the old shitboxes was the best...
Mr. Sphlictor Luis Ramirez Ok tech, on-road driving capability, and comfort are superior to the old Blazer... but the Original Blazer Nameplate wasn’t meant to be about ANY of those things... hence why I said it is a disgrace to it’s namesake and does not pay homage to it’s heritage. The Original Blazer was a super tough truck that you could throw a ton of gear in, go off-roading to remote spots and camp, and you could modify it and make it an absolute off-roading BEAST! V8 platform, body on frame, short wheelbase, tough, simple and durable... those are the roots of the Blazer. This thing is just a dressed up, overpriced, over teched, yuppy mommy car. Looks cool, but it’s just another crossover SUV at the end of the day. If it had a nastier engine, some better 4WD technology, and better seats and shifter, with about a $10k cheaper price tag... I MIGHT’ve been impressed. It should’ve competed directly with the new Ford Bronco coming out, or with the 4Runner or Wrangler, but instead it competes with other boring and expensive crossovers. And Luis, you might want to consider being more respectful with your language to others. You wouldn’t talk like that to a stranger’s face out in public, so don’t act so tough just because you have the anonymity and safety of being behind your device screen. No need to be rude, just politely and intellectually discuss your points or where you differ with others and be respectful, no need to lip off with foul language just because you disagree with someone alright. Aloha! 🤙🏼
Or almost any true SUV from the early 2000s; they tow more, real 4wd, not plastic bodied, and hey you can see out the damn windows instead of these little squint holes!
Just leased one for $199.00. / 24 months.... 1 grand down..... trim level 2 .... 3 hours at the dealership back and forth.... Glad your honest non bias reviews..... As a teacher, I tip my hat to you command of the English language and your advanced vocabulary. Son, that’s what I call my students when I forget there names, you are good at this, keep it up....
I really like how it looks. I'll check the prices again in 2 years from all the lease returns. If it is around 25-30k I'll consider it. Great review! I also appreciate how you compare the prices with other car brands. Good job!
@@cloud_c5222 personally I think older vehicles (depending) easier to work on and simplicity, but that's for me, depending on the era as well, new vehicles look great, but too techy. Will they last 200,00 miles we'll see
@@MarioSantana1335 I do, my truck is a 2000 Silverado 5.3 stock with 247,000 miles original engine and transmission... warranty is nice and dandy, but when it runs out it can be an issue, I know people usually sell them by then or trade in, but i rather just own my vehicle and drive it into the ground Haha per se
It's the trend. Mitsubishi reused the eclipse name, Chevy used the Blazer. Hopefully Ford is actually bring back the Bronco and not some street oriented garbage called a Bronco.
Or give it the xts 3.6tt. it has 420 hp and 430 tq in that car. Rwd bias awd, I do agree with. I really hope Cadillac starts using that engine in their crossovers beings that it can be configured for fwd and rwd duty.
My Jeep Grand Cherokee has paddle shifters with a Hemi. I have a sport mode as well. I had the shifters in my Maxima as well, but the Hemi is much faster.
If the Blazer was built to compete with smaller SUVs (and I agree it was) it's going to get murdered by the RAV4 and CRV. It's more expensive, gets worse MPGs, and will almost certainly be less reliable with lower resale values. It's insane to me that GM made this vehicle. Why not improve the Equinox? Why not make a Blazer that competes with 4runner and has at least the potential to be modded for off-road capability for the billions of us who don't enjoy the luxury of well-maintained plowed roads all year?
@@gorkyd7912 You want off road buy a Jeep. I did call it a suv but it is more of a cross over car than suv and you can buy a Tahoe. Buy you Toyota and Honda support Japan. Where all of the parts come from. I will keep buying from the Big Three.
@@roykindrick4186 The point is it's not competitive anywhere, it's worse than existing vehicles in every segment I could try to put it in. It's not a performance SUV, it's not a luxury SUV, it's far costlier to own than existing commuter SUVs, it doesn't have the frame and suspension for heavy loads or towing, and it can't off-road. I would love to buy US-made but honestly I never buy brand-new cars anyway; I support Americans directly by buying their used cars.
daaper the transmission they are using in this model is built in Mexico alongside certain under international models , the under pinnings of critical items are made of plastic which wear off like hell in the first 24 months , The six speed really can’t handle the turbo 4 cylinder at peak and it’s highly detuned in the v6 versions
@@3052022 there no more 6-speed transmissions from GM. The 2019 Blazer transmissions consist of the GM 9-speed automatic transmission, as follows: 2.5L LCV I-4 engine is mated to the 9T50 transmission (M3D) 3.6L LGX V-6 engine is mated to the 9T65 transmission (M3V)
@@effend446 the 9T50 used with 2.5l 4-cylinder is assembled in Mexico and has been used in a number of Buick and Chevy models. The 9T65 is assembled around the world. The engines are assembled in the U.S.
Chevy has lost their effing mind. 50k??? It will be worth 18k in three years....GM, took bailout money, closed a lot of American jobs, and sell 50k midsize suv’s......lame
Champagne good for you, not enough people care about that to make a business case though. This is the kind of vehicle that sells today, if you were making decisions for Gm based on what you want you would surely drive them to bankruptcy in short order.
@@DrewLSsix "This is the kind of vehicle that sells..." No fuck no it isn't. That's why GM is losing sales numbers year after year. That's why Honda and Toyota are taking over the domestic market and already out-sell the small car categories. The existing decisions of GM are proof that you can have an absolutely massive dealer network, bailouts, and have millions of die-hard fans of your numerous brands who remember the good ole days, and still have declining market share year after year. The 2019 Blazer is just another Equinox, Trail Blazer, Trax, Traverse, Orlando, Acadia... how many times can they rebrand the same vehicle? Will it compete well against the Honda CRV or the Toyota RAV4? Nope, they're both obviously commuter AWD mid-size SUVs and the RAV4 is cheaper, gets better gas mileage, and will almost certainly be more reliable. So GM is launching another clone that is losing on every relevant metric against the market leader in its category, it will be slaughtered in the market. Whereas the Tahoe and Suburban remain extremely popular... hmm, any hint there GM what your customers want?
Why spend $35k when you can buy a 1998 4Runner for $8000? Similar cargo, tows more, looks better, better visibility, actual 4wd, similar gas mileage, more reliable, better off-road clearance, lighter weight, far cheaper repairs, none of the useless touchscreen junk that will break in a few years. Hmmm, hard decision?
More reviews like this please! It brought me back to the old days! I miss when you uploaded so many car reviews! Id like you to get back to that! I loved this video! It may have reminded me of the old days but the quality was definitely better! Great content on this channel! Keep it coming!
"...The Blazer is the family vehicle that actually appeals to the whole family, and for that reason it upsets the Honda on its home court." I think the Motor Trend staff was weeping when they wrote that!
Let me start by saying they absolutely knocked it out of the park on exterior styling here, easily one of the best looking SUVs out there... period. But oh my god what are they thinking with the pricing of this?!?! It's EASILY 6000 too expensive. Now it is a Chevy so they price it anticipating you're gonna haggle 10k off of it because that's how chevy is, but still. The interior on this car is absolute garbage for 50k. My Lexus RX350 fsport only cost 53000 (fully loaded after haggling), only 3000 more! It has a FAR superior interior, better resale, better ride, better badge, better... everything. They are absolutely nuts on this pricing and I can absolutely promise you that they are going to have trouble selling these just based on the pricing! I give it 1 year until they lower the price by 4-5000.
That is about what the discounting is with cash on the hood today on the Blazer. It has only been out since the beginning of the year so the discounting will only get better.
So you’re saying you wouldn’t want Chevy to make a 700+ Hp Chevy blazer for under 90k? Not saying they need to just that the brand lacks excitement other then then the Camaro and vette in my opinion.
@@inyoface690 Would I want Chevy to make a 700hp Blazer? Sure, I just don't think it would sell well. A 700hp crossover is not going to sell no matter who makes it. Crossovers are disposable vehicles that typically see motor/trans issues by 50k no matter what brand you buy, so a 700hp doesn't seem logical IMO. I could see something like a Tahoe or Suburban having a factory trim/package with an LT4 like the Hennessy versions, that I would buy in a heartbeat.
@@inyoface690 Yet look at the two brands. Sure Dodge is selling more challengers than the Camaro but that's because they don't have anything else besides the charger. While GM has the regal, Malibu, CT6 soon the CT5 and CT4. The Malibu isn't exciting sure but they have other cars that are exciting.
start/stop feature, especially one that is NOT able to be turned off, makes sure this car will NEVER hit my driveway. We'll be going with the RDX in 2020
@@anthonywebber2211 I wont be buying new cars then.... or I'll just after market like they did with the F150s. I fucking HATE that shit, and it does FUCK ALL for gas efficiency.
The way the headlights and the blinkers are remind me of how the 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokees are. I think of GM's going to bring back the Blazer name they should have made it a 2-door V8 rear drive like it originally was.
I forget exactly what they do, but I believe Matt mentioned in other reviews that manufacturers put buttons for the infotainment there, if there aren't paddles.
Grew up in a 1989 Blazer and remember going to the dealer with my parents to pick up at age 6 years. Was a horrible vehicle but somehow it lasted 10 years and $250k miles. Although my father was a mechanic and was always replacing something such as rear ends, steering column, etc. The first we had it the rear end was replaced under warranty three times. I learned to drive a manual in that Blazer the day before turning 13.
I'm currently driving a 2019 Chevy Equinox rental while my car is being fixed, and that delayed acceleration problem exists in that too. It's a 4 cyl turbo, so I thought maybe it was just a weird turbo lag of sorts, but maybe not... @mattmaranmotoring
$50,000!!?? 😂 That's a big PASS for me. Does it offer THAT much more than an Equinox Premier for an extra $17,000? Sure, it looks sportier. What an inflated markup, though.
The Abarth 500 also continues to accelerate after you lift off of the acceleration pedal. BUT that only occurs in economy mode. In sport mode, its throttle is perfect.
No way that pricing is going to hold. That's Audi Q5 money! I don't want to say a person would have to be crazy to pay that much for the new Blazer when they can get a brand new Q5 for the same money, but they'd have to be a hardcore Chevy fan.
The RDX is a size smaller, has less power, is half a second slower 0-60, another half second slower in the quarter, worse braking, worse lateral acceleration, and worse mileage. The passport is a much better competitor but the Chevy still edges it out in performance and is obviously intended to be a drivers crossover.
Also a nother hard pill to swallow is where its made ... Mexico . With the layoffs here in Michigan this car has a reputation as a bad car to buy . I think GM needs to remember that sometimes where a car is made can turn people off . And as you said the price point is just wrong for this car .
Look up Sabbkyle04 and you'll be sure to find one pretty close to that year. Very similar to Matt's style of review, but a bit more through but I enjoy the both of them alot.
When has that ever happened? I don’t get why some people really think performance models sell...90% of most models are sold in low and mid range trims, anybody can buy a Trackhawk.... but they buy mid range V6 models instead. Most Camaro are not SSs, so why would this thing sell any better than any of the many crazy performance cars that make up tiny fractions of their respective lines?
I've seen a number of these reviews now and they're consistent. They like the handling, the interior (generally) and engine/tranny combination. Don't like some of the scattered hard plastics and the pricing points for the various models are too high. You listening Chevy?
@@Carlos-nq7up hell, like anything that's not a Chevy. Would be hard pressed to get an equally equipped Lexus below that price though. Mazda CX-9 is a good bet.
DrewLSsix pickups still win. More space, 22/27 vs 20/26 where the truck comes with a tt v6 so that's better performance seating capacity is higher in a truck and the back row of the truck has over a foot of legroom not to mention a cheaper price.
Just as the new rear wheel drive Explorer that should be offered with the Coyote V8..... This Blazer should also be offered with an LS 5.3 / 6.2 Imagine the sales of these with an optional V8
HI, thanks for your video. I have some questions because I am thinking about buying one. 1). After a week of driving, did the solid button piece on the steering wheel make any difference? At the beginning you said it was in the way of your thumbs/palm etc. 2). Are there any recent upgrades or options to decommission or turn off the auto start/stop? 3). How do you think this vehicle compares with the Range Rover Sport or Evoque (price aside) ? Finally, can you do a review of the Escalade and the McClaren 720S (the convertible one). thanks!
I'll buy one in 10 years when its 2500 bucks
Internally Combusted sums it up well
lol, It will have to have 150k miles on it for that kinda price.
V8Supercar1 *250k lol
@@mybro727 Yep. Probably lol.
DisneyChannelFlow are you trying to convince me, an actual GM owner who knows better, or are you just trying to convince yourself of this bullshxt you post?
That's a nice lifted 4 door Camaro
its front looks more aggresive than the camaro
This car is made for fake alpha males
@@klarenxeblood9615 hahaha facts
Klarenxe Blood nah bro it’s for alpha dads 😂
I’ve driven one. It’s no Camaro
The interior squeaks and rattles make it different from the rest of the crowd. It's a feature at no additional cost.
Hipsters will flock.
I almost thought this was Norm T , lol.
@@jordancatcher6663 i.didn't think it would work. Must be some personal fetish with me.
@@normt5463 you are one sick, ignorant weirdo. LoL
GM quality at its best.
15:20 is what you came to watch
You're a legend. ❤️😎
LOL
Check out the one when he did the review on the CTSV! You will be laughing so hard.
Was that 0 to 30 in 10 seconds? I thought his foot went through the floor board.
@@lonnie0721 lol
In that 30 minute review, that thing depreciated 10k.
This Blazer needs an LS swap.
and RWD
Why the fuck would they not build this on their RWD platform for the amount they are charging. Could have been epic.
Brad Lawson wouldn’t have sold.
IF they put an LS in it the Camaro would be dead instantly!!!
Patience, young one
$50,000??
in my Shark Tank voice... *I'm out*
Max G st edge for 10k less
Nobody pays msrp
Wonder Bread TM True. I was able to get it down to 35k abouts. But yeah Chevy way overpriced it. All of it’s competition is cheaper and better.
@@pbentsonable same model RS? Great price
20,000 sounds great
They look pretty awesome but damn $50k?!😳
Jonnie Johnson II exactly you can get a CPO 2017 BMW X5 or Audi Q7 for that price
Terrible price point. I totally agree.
Adam Hasan
In the past I would have said the Chevy was at least more reliable than an Audi or BMW and less costly to repair. This pile though, I guess I would rather be able to brag about having a German car.
Fords charging 50k for there EDGE ST. Unreal right?
bmx687 That’s insane too
Can't disable the start-stop system??? Thank You, NEXT ...
A plug-in module can though!
An aftermarket tune can disable it.
You could probably just pull a fuse and be good
Why would you want to disable it though it saves fuel
@@Prince-fr2lr If you've ever driven a car with it you know. Its abrupt when starting, it fucks with your AC, if you have a sound system it can mess with it by draining the battery (and therefore straining/ reducing its longevity) and it can wear out various parts (the starter among other things).
8:02 GM in a nutshell
That was a duck in the backseat 🦆
Passing gas...
Canada Geese.
WD40 mixed with bbq sauce.
You hit the nail on the head. That console cover will be broken within 5 years.
I still miss the old intro. "Subaruwrxhcheskzjfxfan here."
Fucking same RIP
nicktune1219 me2！
He is adult now😂
LOLLthat shit was so cringey,funny af tho
He hit puberty haha
Loving the POV on the backroads Matt. Alot of journalists tend not to display this angle but it really does give the viewer a better sense of the performance of the vehicle. Great review👍
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Underrated comment ^^
@@willadams8558 LOL
A Ram 1500 4x4 Laramie is less expensive.
The Ram will rust out around the wheel wells before your done paying it off and the Chevy will leave you on the side of the road; take your pick.
@@ryan-xj4hr stop talking out your ass. Provide facts, not opinions.
@@ryan-xj4hr dude stfu....you are just talking out of your ass.
@@ryan-xj4hr True and true. And the Ford will leave you no choice but to put a new engine in when all you wanted was a new spark plug.
Dodge is shit
Looks nice, but way overpriced.
@Gorgon Phone Socialist idiot
K.C.'s RC still better than capitalistic dumbfucks.
Not to mention it's built in Mexico. I'd rather buy an American or Canadian-built RAV4
@@nameunko Nice second account.
@Gorgon Phone Nah, it's the popularity of these vehicles that's killing sedans. So they charge what they want knowing people will buy them.
Yooooooooooooooooooooo I passed by my chevy dealer and i had a glance and thought wtf is that an SUV Camaro!!!!!! wtf bro this suv/cuv trend got me nuts dude
It looks like they ripped off the Lamborghini Urus
I literally dont see it
@@spengg_shell It has 4 wheels are you blind? lol...
@@labounti holy shit I never even noticed
It looks like a SUV with a Camaro front end.
Robert E Lee finally, I was looking for this comment lol . I agree bro
50k? That's luxury crossover territory. You can get better value by choosing a luxury brand crossover over the blazer.
Can you though? The RS starts at 40K and nothing in the luxury segment matches it at that price point. The X3 is way down on power, same goes for the GLC.
I don’t see much that competes with the Blazer in its price range when it comes to performance and features.
@@DrewLSsixnot luxury but the CX-9 might as well be. Very nice interior, cheaper, more torque, better MPG, hell the list keeps on going. This is over priced garbage. Classic Chevy.
I could buy at 2009 Lexus rx350 and it will last me longer and jeep up quality wise better than if I bought this new
I’d rather a Chevy over any bmw, Audi or Mercedes. I never liked euro SUV’s.
omar nasser um jeeps suck since they haven’t been made by amc.
They messed up when they said “let’s not make a 2 door 4x4 Tahoe”
That would never work lmaooohow would th
best way to buy a GM car? Wait two years. Less than half the price.
And hundreds of recalls
General George S. Patton Jr. no that’s fords
First year of new model. And it’s a Chevy. Oh my, the recalls we’re going to have!
Come on now, it'll get the JD Power award for initial quality. LOL
Remember the good ol' days when the RS badge was only on Camaros? Chevy is doing the same thing that Ford is doing with the ST badge.
Same goes for Dodge with the RT badge.
Remember the 2000's and SS everything, the more things change....
@@gigatron2008 I wouldn't say so... the only thing Dodge makes with the RT badge have a V8. If anything they went back on track by not giving the RT badge to something like the caravan or journey, those have their own trim levels.
16BitOG Durango RT, Dakota RT I’m sure there’s more. At least they were v8s
What’s that matter? ST was still just a mid trim level on the Camaro anyway, the SS trim however was not only top dog for the Camaro it was commonly seen on other Chevy cars and trucks and was never even exclusive to performance vehicles. You could get I6 powered SS Malibu’s in the 60s.
Pretty disgraceful to the Blazer Nameplate. RIP to the Real Blazer, You are missed. ⚰️
Man this thing shits on any blazer ever built. Technology, Driving capabilty and comfort is beyond any blazer
Old Blazers are evidently dead as I haven't seen one on the road for the last 10 years. So, I don't know exactly what you're missing. It was a piece of sh*t vehicle and looked awful. Please elaborate on what you miss or else you're just talking out of your lose as*hole.
@@mr.sphlictor9649 I guess people love their old Blazers because they're daddy used to own one and it used to make them feel safe. So, any new version will break their little melancholic hearts. I agree with you, though. This Blazer is BADASS!
@@LuisRamirez-ln3cj its all just memories of how it was at its time, they "remember" em being good, for its time, as people rememeber old car games such as the NFS underground games and say theyre better than new car games... Theyre not better, and will never be better, same with new cars, these people r just stuck with the thought that the old shitboxes was the best...
Mr. Sphlictor Luis Ramirez Ok tech, on-road driving capability, and comfort are superior to the old Blazer... but the Original Blazer Nameplate wasn’t meant to be about ANY of those things... hence why I said it is a disgrace to it’s namesake and does not pay homage to it’s heritage. The Original Blazer was a super tough truck that you could throw a ton of gear in, go off-roading to remote spots and camp, and you could modify it and make it an absolute off-roading BEAST! V8 platform, body on frame, short wheelbase, tough, simple and durable... those are the roots of the Blazer. This thing is just a dressed up, overpriced, over teched, yuppy mommy car. Looks cool, but it’s just another crossover SUV at the end of the day. If it had a nastier engine, some better 4WD technology, and better seats and shifter, with about a $10k cheaper price tag... I MIGHT’ve been impressed. It should’ve competed directly with the new Ford Bronco coming out, or with the 4Runner or Wrangler, but instead it competes with other boring and expensive crossovers.
And Luis, you might want to consider being more respectful with your language to others. You wouldn’t talk like that to a stranger’s face out in public, so don’t act so tough just because you have the anonymity and safety of being behind your device screen. No need to be rude, just politely and intellectually discuss your points or where you differ with others and be respectful, no need to lip off with foul language just because you disagree with someone alright. Aloha! 🤙🏼
You can change the rearview camra angle with the buttons on the bottom of the mirror.
Ah, thanks, I didn’t know that. That definitely would have helped.
Rather have the Explorer ST for nearly the same money. Chevy has lost their minds!
Or a Durango RT....
Have you seen the side skirts on the st. Its crappy plastic everywhere in that.
Or a Cherokee trailhawk. Haha
E Hawk enjoy wasting money
Or almost any true SUV from the early 2000s; they tow more, real 4wd, not plastic bodied, and hey you can see out the damn windows instead of these little squint holes!
Just leased one for $199.00. / 24 months.... 1 grand down..... trim level 2 .... 3 hours at the dealership back and forth.... Glad your honest non bias reviews..... As a teacher, I tip my hat to you command of the English language and your advanced vocabulary. Son, that’s what I call my students when I forget there names, you are good at this, keep it up....
I really like how it looks. I'll check the prices again in 2 years from all the lease returns. If it is around 25-30k I'll consider it. Great review! I also appreciate how you compare the prices with other car brands. Good job!
Did you check any prices yet?
The front looks so aggressive
It's better than the plain look of other crossovers it's better in person too.
Camaro front end basically.
@@vincentlee9638 not necessarily a bad thing. The Camaro looks great with the aggressive front end.
@@truckercowboyed2638 Not bad at all , it would make camaro owners feel less unique though. Hope this is not a trend on all Chevy vehicles.
Fragile disposable car/ truck?
Its just another blob on the road. I’ll just continue buying old cars...
Why
@@cloud_c5222 personally I think older vehicles (depending) easier to work on and simplicity, but that's for me, depending on the era as well, new vehicles look great, but too techy. Will they last 200,00 miles we'll see
Simply Vullgar agreed!! I would rather a older vehicle myself. These vehicles theses days are becoming even more difficult to work on.
@@simply.5570 Do you know that new cars comes with warranty?? From 3 to 10 years warranty . Also who owns a car with 200k miles?? 🙄
@@MarioSantana1335 I do, my truck is a 2000 Silverado 5.3 stock with 247,000 miles original engine and transmission... warranty is nice and dandy, but when it runs out it can be an issue, I know people usually sell them by then or trade in, but i rather just own my vehicle and drive it into the ground Haha per se
Looks good as a new vehicle option but i wouldn’t call it a Blazer
It's the trend. Mitsubishi reused the eclipse name, Chevy used the Blazer. Hopefully Ford is actually bring back the Bronco and not some street oriented garbage called a Bronco.
@@Brisco_County_Jr Eclipse-cross :D
@@FloridaPlayzYT uhh that made me puke alittle. I tried not using the whole name.
If they could give it the 6.2L and a rwd-bias awd it would help with giving the aggressive look some actual guts.
Or give it the xts 3.6tt. it has 420 hp and 430 tq in that car. Rwd bias awd, I do agree with. I really hope Cadillac starts using that engine in their crossovers beings that it can be configured for fwd and rwd duty.
omg, it's f'n awesome!! thanks, matt, 4 the terrific review!!
It does not need padle shifters, it is a suv.
My Jeep Grand Cherokee has paddle shifters with a Hemi. I have a sport mode as well. I had the shifters in my Maxima as well, but the Hemi is much faster.
@@katherineverret3143 Yes because it has the big V8 in it. The 2019 Chevy Blazer was built to compete with a smaller SUVs like the Ford Edge.
If the Blazer was built to compete with smaller SUVs (and I agree it was) it's going to get murdered by the RAV4 and CRV. It's more expensive, gets worse MPGs, and will almost certainly be less reliable with lower resale values. It's insane to me that GM made this vehicle. Why not improve the Equinox? Why not make a Blazer that competes with 4runner and has at least the potential to be modded for off-road capability for the billions of us who don't enjoy the luxury of well-maintained plowed roads all year?
@@gorkyd7912 You want off road buy a Jeep. I did call it a suv but it is more of a cross over car than suv and you can buy a Tahoe. Buy you Toyota and Honda support Japan. Where all of the parts come from. I will keep buying from the Big Three.
@@roykindrick4186 The point is it's not competitive anywhere, it's worse than existing vehicles in every segment I could try to put it in. It's not a performance SUV, it's not a luxury SUV, it's far costlier to own than existing commuter SUVs, it doesn't have the frame and suspension for heavy loads or towing, and it can't off-road. I would love to buy US-made but honestly I never buy brand-new cars anyway; I support Americans directly by buying their used cars.
Very nice review
Someone please get this man in a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am WS6
You want sporty for less than $50K, get a Durango RT. 5.7L V8. Plus you can tow a decent sized trailer with it.
Yeah but i bet that thing will break first before this blazer does idk
Durango rt are amazing
Dodge Transmissions, that's all I'm saying
I like it but it’s gonna lose its resale value once the transmission blows up at 30k miles
Uh oh, are they having issues with the trans? I haven't seen anything.
daaper the transmission they are using in this model is built in Mexico alongside certain under international models , the under pinnings of critical items are made of plastic which wear off like hell in the first 24 months , The six speed really can’t handle the turbo 4 cylinder at peak and it’s highly detuned in the v6 versions
The whole vehicle is built in Mexico. But you're right - not to mention the engine blowing up before 50,000 miles
@@3052022 there no more 6-speed transmissions from GM.
The 2019 Blazer transmissions consist of the GM 9-speed automatic transmission, as follows:
2.5L LCV I-4 engine is mated to the 9T50 transmission (M3D)
3.6L LGX V-6 engine is mated to the 9T65 transmission (M3V)
@@effend446 the 9T50 used with 2.5l 4-cylinder is assembled in Mexico and has been used in a number of Buick and Chevy models. The 9T65 is assembled around the world.
The engines are assembled in the U.S.
How many times did he say "you know" and "you have?" We could make this a drinking game.
This guy never ages!
The exterior looks amazing I hope it sells well.
Chevy has lost their effing mind. 50k??? It will be worth 18k in three years....GM, took bailout money, closed a lot of American jobs, and sell 50k midsize suv’s......lame
For 50k i can get a fucking rubicon and off road it lmfao
Champagne: AGREE!!
Champagne good for you, not enough people care about that to make a business case though. This is the kind of vehicle that sells today, if you were making decisions for Gm based on what you want you would surely drive them to bankruptcy in short order.
50 is fully loaded. The rs starts at 40k
@@DrewLSsix "This is the kind of vehicle that sells..." No fuck no it isn't. That's why GM is losing sales numbers year after year. That's why Honda and Toyota are taking over the domestic market and already out-sell the small car categories. The existing decisions of GM are proof that you can have an absolutely massive dealer network, bailouts, and have millions of die-hard fans of your numerous brands who remember the good ole days, and still have declining market share year after year. The 2019 Blazer is just another Equinox, Trail Blazer, Trax, Traverse, Orlando, Acadia... how many times can they rebrand the same vehicle? Will it compete well against the Honda CRV or the Toyota RAV4? Nope, they're both obviously commuter AWD mid-size SUVs and the RAV4 is cheaper, gets better gas mileage, and will almost certainly be more reliable. So GM is launching another clone that is losing on every relevant metric against the market leader in its category, it will be slaughtered in the market. Whereas the Tahoe and Suburban remain extremely popular... hmm, any hint there GM what your customers want?
what is the specific exterior color of the model your driving?
I believe it's called 'Nightfall Gray Metallic'. If not, it's just 'Graphite Metallic'.
I wonder if the headlight bulb change is as "easy as it looks" 😂
The analog gauges are from an 02' Silverado.
King Dookie so?
@@codyreekie in 2019? Move around troll
Analog look way better
@@codyreekie i wholeheartedly agree but at least make some original gauges
You understand?
35k car at best.
Dragracin 95 I thought the same thing.. like WHY?
@@Dabologist these will drop 20k with 2 years of being used
Why spend $35k when you can buy a 1998 4Runner for $8000? Similar cargo, tows more, looks better, better visibility, actual 4wd, similar gas mileage, more reliable, better off-road clearance, lighter weight, far cheaper repairs, none of the useless touchscreen junk that will break in a few years. Hmmm, hard decision?
Gorky D latest and greatest is always a big selling point
More reviews like this please! It brought me back to the old days! I miss when you uploaded so many car reviews! Id like you to get back to that! I loved this video! It may have reminded me of the old days but the quality was definitely better! Great content on this channel! Keep it coming!
The 9-3 grip is like that because mostly women will drive this and they mostly use the 10-2 notches.
Love the videos and loved that intro..Keep it up 💯
"...The Blazer is the family vehicle that actually appeals to the whole family, and for that reason it upsets the Honda on its home court."
I think the Motor Trend staff was weeping when they wrote that!
You know what else upsets the Honda? Any situation where it might actually need a working AWD system.
Let me start by saying they absolutely knocked it out of the park on exterior styling here, easily one of the best looking SUVs out there... period. But oh my god what are they thinking with the pricing of this?!?! It's EASILY 6000 too expensive. Now it is a Chevy so they price it anticipating you're gonna haggle 10k off of it because that's how chevy is, but still. The interior on this car is absolute garbage for 50k. My Lexus RX350 fsport only cost 53000 (fully loaded after haggling), only 3000 more! It has a FAR superior interior, better resale, better ride, better badge, better... everything. They are absolutely nuts on this pricing and I can absolutely promise you that they are going to have trouble selling these just based on the pricing! I give it 1 year until they lower the price by 4-5000.
That is about what the discounting is with cash on the hood today on the Blazer. It has only been out since the beginning of the year so the discounting will only get better.
I wish Chevy would be as bold as dodge and put crazy HP in their cars
Chevy's don't need crazy HP numbers because they are not boats like Dodge's are
So you’re saying you wouldn’t want Chevy to make a 700+ Hp Chevy blazer for under 90k? Not saying they need to just that the brand lacks excitement other then then the Camaro and vette in my opinion.
@@inyoface690 Would I want Chevy to make a 700hp Blazer? Sure, I just don't think it would sell well. A 700hp crossover is not going to sell no matter who makes it. Crossovers are disposable vehicles that typically see motor/trans issues by 50k no matter what brand you buy, so a 700hp doesn't seem logical IMO. I could see something like a Tahoe or Suburban having a factory trim/package with an LT4 like the Hennessy versions, that I would buy in a heartbeat.
@@inyoface690
Yet look at the two brands. Sure Dodge is selling more challengers than the Camaro but that's because they don't have anything else besides the charger. While GM has the regal, Malibu, CT6 soon the CT5 and CT4. The Malibu isn't exciting sure but they have other cars that are exciting.
@@99-Zulu the sales speak for themselves and dodge is winning the market statistically
start/stop feature, especially one that is NOT able to be turned off, makes sure this car will NEVER hit my driveway. We'll be going with the RDX in 2020
It will be government mandated soon
@@anthonywebber2211 I wont be buying new cars then.... or I'll just after market like they did with the F150s. I fucking HATE that shit, and it does FUCK ALL for gas efficiency.
Production needs to be moved to the US or this model will die after tariffs.
The way the headlights and the blinkers are remind me of how the 2014-2018 Jeep Cherokees are. I think of GM's going to bring back the Blazer name they should have made it a 2-door V8 rear drive like it originally was.
50k 🤣.. GM is smoking crack
Jason Hall but people are dumb and pay it
thanks for the in-depth review
Looks nice but I'd rather wait for these to cost less than 10k 4yrs from now.
You are the smartest person on RUclips
At 17:02 you were talking about the lack of paddle shifters, so what are the switches behind the wheel on each side, on the crossbar?
I forget exactly what they do, but I believe Matt mentioned in other reviews that manufacturers put buttons for the infotainment there, if there aren't paddles.
Nice but I’m not paying 50k.
40k Max with AWD and I’ll think about it.
For 50K I’ll hop in a Jeep high altitude.
Grew up in a 1989 Blazer and remember going to the dealer with my parents to pick up at age 6 years. Was a horrible vehicle but somehow it lasted 10 years and $250k miles. Although my father was a mechanic and was always replacing something such as rear ends, steering column, etc. The first we had it the rear end was replaced under warranty three times. I learned to drive a manual in that Blazer the day before turning 13.
I’m out of step with what people want.
Awesome review as always Matt!
I'm currently driving a 2019 Chevy Equinox rental while my car is being fixed, and that delayed acceleration problem exists in that too. It's a 4 cyl turbo, so I thought maybe it was just a weird turbo lag of sorts, but maybe not... @mattmaranmotoring
Didn't the Pontiac Aztek start that type of headlight assembly?
$50,000!!?? 😂 That's a big PASS for me. Does it offer THAT much more than an Equinox Premier for an extra $17,000? Sure, it looks sportier. What an inflated markup, though.
the Equinox is smaller
The Abarth 500 also continues to accelerate after you lift off of the acceleration pedal. BUT that only occurs in economy mode. In sport mode, its throttle is perfect.
It actually looks good man!!
Outstanding review Matt.
Who tf would buy this for 50k 😂. Chevy has lost their damn minds.
No way that pricing is going to hold. That's Audi Q5 money! I don't want to say a person would have to be crazy to pay that much for the new Blazer when they can get a brand new Q5 for the same money, but they'd have to be a hardcore Chevy fan.
32 minutes on an SUV? Who you think you are Doug?
Thenar Eminence. That's what your thumb muscles are called @3:50. This has been your anatomy lesson for the day. You're welcome. 😉
Looks cool (only in RS trim) but too expensive. I'd get an RDX or Passport instead.
RDX Yes>Passport NO>UGLY!
@@gregholman2930 this is why you don't RDX:
acurazine.com/forums/3g-rdx-problems-fixes-458/
The RDX is a size smaller, has less power, is half a second slower 0-60, another half second slower in the quarter, worse braking, worse lateral acceleration, and worse mileage.
The passport is a much better competitor but the Chevy still edges it out in performance and is obviously intended to be a drivers crossover.
Also a nother hard pill to swallow is where its made ... Mexico . With the layoffs here in Michigan this car has a reputation as a bad car to buy . I think GM needs to remember that sometimes where a car is made can turn people off . And as you said the price point is just wrong for this car .
Much worse quality Santa Fe wannabe.
CiTY_HuNTeR funny since the Santa Fe was a Chevy rip off back in the early to mid life of Kia.
great review man, simply well said.
We have a 93 blazer with the 350 v8, but man even though this is a crossover it's beautiful
I wonder if GM will build a SS with the twin turbo V6 and rear bias awd. That a Trailblazer I will buy
SpeedDemon2581 they just need to bring the trailblazer back
There is a 2 door body on frame test mule been seen on the road . If GM is smart they will make at least 1 trim lvl a Raptor fighter
review a 1987 Chevy S10
Look up Sabbkyle04 and you'll be sure to find one pretty close to that year. Very similar to Matt's style of review, but a bit more through but I enjoy the both of them alot.
The Camero design team did the front. The Traverse design team did the rear. The drunk design team did the interior.
Jeff S The drunk design team designs all the GM interiors
Put the ZL1 motor with a dope AWD system and watch this thing fly off showroom floors. Make it a trackhawk competitor.
When has that ever happened? I don’t get why some people really think performance models sell...90% of most models are sold in low and mid range trims, anybody can buy a Trackhawk.... but they buy mid range V6 models instead. Most Camaro are not SSs, so why would this thing sell any better than any of the many crazy performance cars that make up tiny fractions of their respective lines?
I love how matt knows we love the backroad parts of his videos
I like the look actually, the narrow aggressive accent lights
This is the only crossover I would buy!
When your Blazer looks better than your Camaro
Hot crossovers could be America's hot hatch.
Welcome to the cheap plastic hell + outdated engines & transmissions. I'd rather get a 50k RAV4, which is 5 times more worth in 10 years.
GMs 9sp FWD transmission only came out last year
Subaruwrxfan at it again!
$50k for this lol no way chevy is crazy !!!
I've seen a number of these reviews now and they're consistent. They like the handling, the interior (generally) and engine/tranny combination. Don't like some of the scattered hard plastics and the pricing points for the various models are too high.
You listening Chevy?
50k for that? You could get a better vehicle for less money.
Lexus
Yes, like a Lexus
@@Carlos-nq7up hell, like anything that's not a Chevy. Would be hard pressed to get an equally equipped Lexus below that price though. Mazda CX-9 is a good bet.
Great video!
GM, the M stands for Mexico :D
GM= Garbage Motors
Manny Echaluce
GM builds 4 vehicles in Mexico and 17 in the US
Nice honest info.
Those are so expensive there's no reason to get one over a nice pickup. Especially since cloth pickups are in the 30's and leather in the 40's
whiteandnerdytuba plenty of reasons to not buy a pick up.
DoYouJ? Plenty of reasons to be abstinent but are you really going to say no
whiteandnerdytuba Mileage, dry storage, seating capacity, ride and comfort, handling, over all performance.
DrewLSsix pickups still win. More space, 22/27 vs 20/26 where the truck comes with a tt v6 so that's better performance seating capacity is higher in a truck and the back row of the truck has over a foot of legroom not to mention a cheaper price.
Just as the new rear wheel drive Explorer that should be offered with the Coyote V8..... This Blazer should also be offered with an LS 5.3 / 6.2 Imagine the sales of these with an optional V8
Chevy has a chance to go at Jeep and put the LT4 motor in this 👀 take the damn hint Chevy 🤬!!
HI, thanks for your video. I have some questions because I am thinking about buying one. 1). After a week of driving, did the solid button piece on the steering wheel make any difference? At the beginning you said it was in the way of your thumbs/palm etc. 2). Are there any recent upgrades or options to decommission or turn off the auto start/stop? 3). How do you think this vehicle compares with the Range Rover Sport or Evoque (price aside) ? Finally, can you do a review of the Escalade and the McClaren 720S (the convertible one). thanks!
YEAH MEXICO!
The RS 's front end design enhances the aggressive styling and it's proving popular with our Chevy fans