2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV Road Test and Review

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt

In 2024, the Chevrolet Blazer EV was going to be big. It was Chevy’s first electric vehicle on General Motors’ next-generation EV platform. It was a mid-size crossover SUV that could top 300 miles of range on a charge. 

But the Blazer EV ended up squeezed between early software bugs, strong competitors, and, finally, the similarly sized yet less expensive Chevrolet Equinox EV. Sales never took off. 

For this review, we spent a week testing the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV to see what niche it fills in America’s electric-vehicle landscape. Keep reading to learn about its pros and cons to see if it’s the right EV for you. 

Low and Wide, With a Choice of Styles

The Blazer EV doesn’t adopt the tall, boxy shape of a traditional SUV. Between its pursuit of a sporty flavor and its range-boosting aerodynamics, this crossover has the low, wide stance of a sports coupe. This body is dressed up with muscular curves and tiny windows, like you’d find on the old Chevy Camaro. And unconstrained by the need for an engine under the hood, it pushes the front and wheel rears to the ends of the body – creating uncommonly short overhangs. 

The 2026 Blazer EV is sold in a choice of three trim levels, each with its own front-end design. The mildest is the base LT, priced from $44,700 plus a madnatory $1,495 destination charge. It has a slim black bar connecting its aggressively squinting headlights, and triangular bumper cutouts point downward below the lights. But where a gas-powered SUV would have a grille, the Blazer EV LT has blank space. The midlevel RS (starting at $50,500) is dressed up with a blacked-out simulated grille, a lightbar between the headlights, and huge 21-inch wheels. And the top SS performance model, like our test vehicle, is even more blacked out on the front and has 22-inch wheels. All the black on the SS’s front end makes it look even more hunkered down. The SS starts at $60,700 but is just about fully optioned at that price. Our test vehicle adds a sunroof and the destination charge to sticker at $63,590. 

Later on, we’ll talk about the amenities you get at these price points. But in case sticker shock has made you stop reading, note that the Blazer EV is often available with big discounts. 

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Big-Screen Dashboard

Some EVs, like the best-selling Tesla Model Y, have dashboards dominated by screens – to the exclusion of all else. The Blazer EV also has tons of screen real estate, but it’s more like other modern cars. 

The driver faces an 11-inch digital gauge cluster that bumps up against a 17.7-inch central touchscreen. Even the center screen is bigger than the Tesla’s – and Chevy also provides a speedometer and other driver displays behind the steering wheel, not crammed into a single screen. Also, the Blazer EV has labeled physical buttons and knobs on its dashboard and steering wheel for common controls. And with big round climate vents and a dashboard that’s angled toward the driver, the Blazer EV’s interior takes on a sporty flavor rather than a minimalistic tech experience. We also appreciate the conventional exterior doorhandles; many EVs complicate the simple task of getting inside. 

That’s not to say it’s perfect. For one thing, the Blazer EV lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. That’s because Chevrolet would rather sell you a subscription to use its built-in Google Maps. Tesla doesn’t have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay either, but many other rival EVs do. Secondly, the Blazer EV’s interior isn’t luxuriously finished; shiny plastic trim is on prominent display. But if you’re interested in personality and familiarity, the Blazer EV beats many other EVs – without skimping on technology. 

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Feels Big, Seats Five

The Blazer EV is a five-seat crossover – just like the much cheaper Chevrolet Equinox EV. The difference is that while the Equinox feels serviceably spacious inside, the Blazer feels bigger. We didn’t find this in the spec sheet. But our impression – backed up by passengers – is that the Blazer EV feels like a big, wide car inside rather than a cozy compact.

A high center console separates the driver from the front passenger. And while rear legroom isn’t limo-like, the Blazer EV is wide enough to fit three people in the back. Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel are all available as well to keep everyone comfortable. The rear seat doesn’t have a reclining function, though. 

The cargo hold is usefully roomy, like in just about any SUV, but there’s less space than you’d likely expect from an SUV. The high floor, low roof, and far-back rear seat leave just 26 cubic feet of luggage space with the rear seat in use – less than the typical compact SUV, much less a fellow mid-size model. The same goes for its cargo space with the rear seat folded down: 59 cubic feet. However, these specs are similar to many fully electric rivals, which are also focused more on aerodynamics than maximum cargo space. Only the Tesla Model Y is significantly roomier. The Model Y also has a cargo feature you won’t find in the Blazer EV: a front trunk, or “frunk,” with extra storage space under the hood. 

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Quiet and Easy to Drive

The Blazer EV looks like a sporty SUV. And if you push it hard into a corner, you’ll find that its suspension is able to handle that. But this is a heavy vehicle – weighing up to 5,700 pounds, more than most Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup trucks. And while you can select a “sport” driving mode that makes the steering heavier, it never becomes quick or precise. 

But when you enter the Blazer EV with the right expectations, you’ll find it’s comfortable, quiet, and easy to drive. Even with its enormous wheels, the Blazer EV isn’t too stiff over bumps. The available Super Cruise system can autonomously accelerate, brake, steer, and even change lanes without a driver’s hands on the wheel on most controlled-access highways. 

Base models with front-wheel drive aren’t wildly powerful. They have 220 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, which isn’t a ton for such a heavy SUV. Expect to take about 8 seconds to hit 60 mph. But EVs do make their peak torque right off the line, and they accelerate without making a lot of noise like an underpowered gas SUV. All-wheel drive costs $3,000 extra on the LT and RS. It brings a second electric motor, which pushes these models to 300 hp and 355 lb-ft of torque. That’s enough to reach 60 mph in about 6 seconds, which is slower than some rival EVs but still plenty quick for a mid-size crossover. Last year’s powerful rear-drive RS model is no longer available. 

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Or Get 615 Horsepower

For folks craving speed, though, the SS model beckons. It makes 615 hp and 650 lb-ft of torque, and it rockets to 60 mph in less than 4 seconds. That’s in line with a Ford Mustang Mach-E GT, Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, and Tesla Model Y Performance. 

As we mentioned, the SS costs $60,700. But if you wanted all its the luxury options as well, an equivalently equipped AWD RS would cost about $59,000 anyway. So you’re paying only a little extra for a lot more speed. And as we’ll discuss shortly, you also get a bigger battery – meaning that unlike the Mach-E GT or Ioniq 5 N, the Blazer SS has both speed and a long range per charge.

Still, the Blazer EV SS is a straight-line experience. The SS doesn’t get any more fun to play with on a twisty road. And the flat front seats aren’t built to hold you in place even if you try. 

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Up to 312 Miles per Charge

The Blazer EV can travel an EPA-estimated 312 miles per charge with front-wheel drive and 283 miles per charge with all-wheel drive on the LT and RS models. And SS AWD models, with more power but a bigger battery, go an estimated 302 miles per charge. 

Front-wheel drive gets the energy equivalent of 114 mpg in the city, 95 mpg on the highway, and 104 mpg combined. AWD dips to 102 MPGe city, 86 MPGe highway, and 94 MPGe combined. And the SS gets 92 MPGe city, 77 MPGe highway, and 85 MPGe combined. This means it’s not the most efficient EV you can buy, but it’s much less expensive to run than a gas-powered car – provided you’re able to charge up at home. A public charging station can cost as much as filling up a gas tank – though you’d still be getting a faster, quieter drive and no tailpipe emissions. 

The Blazer EV’s battery can go from 20% to 80% charged in about 30 to 45 minutes at a DC fast-charging station, depending on the charger and which Blazer battery you’re charging. That comes to about 180 miles of range during a fast-food lunch break. Some rivals charge faster, though, if you’re in a bigger hurry to get back on the road. (Charging past 80% on a DC charger is much slower on any EV.) Like other electric cars, the Blazer EV is cheaper and more convenient to recharge at home using a 240-volt car charger. If you plug it in overnight, you’ll likely have a full charge by the morning. You can even get about 4 miles of range per hour using a 120-volt household outlet. 

One charging complaint: our test car’s motorized charging-port door opened haltingly even on a brand-new Blazer EV. This isn’t a car part you’d like to fail if you need to charge your electric car. A manually operated door would have made a lot more sense. 

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Blazer EV vs. the Honda Prologue

The Blazer EV faces a lot of competition in the fragmented EV market. We’re going to start by comparing it with its well-disguised mechanical cousin – the Honda Prologue. 

The Prologue is a reskinned Blazer EV that Chevy builds for Honda. The Prologue is a more conventional-looking crossover, inside and out, with smaller screens than the Blazer. And there’s no SS version or Super Cruise hands-free driving. But the Honda’s controls are easier to use, and it supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. 

If none of these differences means much to you, you can simply see whether your local Chevy dealer or your local Honda dealer is offering a bigger discount. 

2024 Honda Prologue Elite ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Blazer EV vs. the Equinox EV

An even tougher rival comes from within the Chevy dealership – the Chevrolet Equinox EV. It’s about the same size as the Blazer EV. It has similar range and speed to the typical Blazer EV. It has a similar interior layout to the Blazer EV. And its sticker price is about $10,000 less. 

The Blazer EV’s chief advantages are a wider feel to the cabin, the more solid feel of its extra mass (though you might prefer the lighter, nimbler feel of the Equinox), the available high-performance SS model, and its more extroverted styling. The two also trade off on doors: The Equinox EV has a simpler manually operating charging port door, yet fussier retractable door handles; the Blazer EV is the opposite. Neither of them has Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. 

As with the difference between the Prologue and Blazer EV, ask your dealer about pricing on the Equinox EV. A bigger discount on the Blazer EV could offset its price premium over its sibling. 

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT 2 ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Blazer EV vs. the Competition

Beyond the Blazer EV’s internal rivals, it faces a full complement of other competitors. Our favorites include the fun-to-drive Ford Mustang Mach-E; the roomy, efficient Tesla Model Y; and the well-rounded Hyundai Ioniq 5. 

The Mach-E is the Blazer EV’s crosstown rival, and it also boasts performance swagger. Its seats are cushier and more supportive, its steering and handling are sharper, and it supports Apple CarPlay and Android. Also, a smaller base-model battery lets Ford sell cheaper versions than the Chevy to someone who's OK with a shorter range. But the Mach-E's infotainment system is less customizable than the Blazer's, and its cabin doesn’t feel as spread-out spacious. 

The Model Y is America’s best-selling EV, by a huge margin. It’s aggressively priced, roomy, and quick and agile, and it beats most rivals for range and efficiency. But nearly all functions and the speedometer are clustered into a single touchscreen, plus a few multifunction steering-wheel controls. Common driver aids like lane-keeping steering assistance now require a subscription (albeit paired with an advanced supervising automatic-driving system). And while most rivals sell at huge discounts from their sticker prices, what you see is what you pay for a Tesla. 

The Ioniq 5 is a roomy, comfortable EV that’s quick and agile; charges more quickly than the Blazer EV; has simple controls along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; and has a long warranty. The muscular-looking Blazer EV will suit some tastes more than the boxy Hyundai, though. And the performance-focused Ioniq 5 N goes just 221 miles per charge. 

2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium ・ Photo by Brady Holt

Final Thoughts

The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV looks like a performance car without sacrificing everyday comfort, efficiency, and spaciousness. It’s high-tech inside without complicating everyday audio climate and audio functions. And frequent discounts offset its lofty sticker prices. 

Rival electric crossovers – including from across the Chevy showroom – do have potentially compelling advantages. But if you like how it looks, you’re not attached to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, and you find a good price, we think you’ll be happy in the Blazer EV. 

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS ・ Photo by Brady Holt