In the market segment of SUV models, medium and large 7-seat SUV models should be the SUV category that has only become well-known and slowly becoming popular in recent years.The reason is that 7-seater SUV models are generally more flexible in terms of space combination than 5-seater models, and can also meet the needs of multiple families for short-distance travel together.Moreover, relying on the high passability of SUV models, the usage scenarios will also become diversified.In recent years, the pace of new 7-seater SUV models has indeed been launched faster, and both new forces and traditional brands are constantly making efforts in this market segment.As a veteran car company, SAIC-GM Chevrolet also brought its American-style large 7-seater SUV, the 2023 ChevroletTrailblazer, to domestic users at the right time .
Speaking of American-style large 7-seat SUV models, Chevrolet's pioneers will still have a place in the heartsofdomestic users. Although they are not as popular as the originalHighlander, they also rely on the unique characteristics of American The appearance design, spacious and comfortable interior and surging power have won the favor of many consumers.This time, the 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer has further improved its appearance and comfortable technology configuration while maintaining the excellent genes of the old model.But after a test drive, I will find that if what you care about is a comfortable seating space or a smooth driving experience, then this car will satisfy you.But if you care more about fashion or rich intelligent configuration, then this car may seem a bit unsatisfactory.
Minor appearance change, increased body length
In fact, the annual facelift model will not have much change in appearance, interior and configuration compared with the replacement, and the same is true for the 2023 Trailblazer.This time, the appearance of the new car has only been fine-tuned. On the basis of maintaining the original domineering shape, the body size has been increased to 5011mm, further consolidating the positioning of the medium and large SUV.But this change is only visually more in line with the tonality of American cars, and there is no change in the interior space.
The appearance of the 2023 Trailblazer restores the leading concept SUVFNR-CarryAll. The body shape is tough and powerful without losing a certain sense of movement. The design concept, no matter from which angle you look at it, it is a medium-to-large SUV with moderate proportions and a great atmosphere.
The model for this test drive is the RS version of the car.The X-shaped Thunder front face and Xinghui split LED headlight group Chevrolet family-style double grille and blackened honeycomb grille design create a strong sense of movement, tungsten silver chrome-plated decorative strips are connected with Xinghui split LED headlight group, Significantly increase the lateral width, highlighting the tough temperament of American SUV.The appearance changes of the whole car are basically concentrated here.
The split headlight design inherently highlights the sense of technology. This time, the new car has redesigned the internal shape of the LED headlights. The old turn signals are also integrated into the daytime running lights on the upper part of the cabin cover. Make the front face more concise and clean.In terms of functions, in addition to supporting the popular mainstream functions, the internal blackening treatment of the headlights looks particularly deep.
The moderate proportion of the body makes the Trailblazer look taller and more powerful, which fits well with the name.The side skirts are painted in the same color as the car, so that it seems that the exquisiteness of the whole car will be improved at a higher speed.The lower window line slowly extends upwards from the C-pillar of the vehicle. The advantage of this is that it will not make the side of the car look too swatched.This time, the 2023 Pioneer has increased in body size compared with the old model, reaching 5011mm, successfully joining the 5-meter club crew.
The biggest highlight of the appearance of the 2023 Trailblazer RS version is the use of a black RS kit, which will have a more individual look and feel, and even this type of medium and large SUV will highlight a certain sense of movement.The design of the rear part of the car will be more square, which will make full use of the trunk space.The exposed double-exhaust exhaust design will also perfectly present the sense of power of this car visually.
The top version of the 2023 Pioneer 7-seater RS shot this time is equipped with 21-inch six-spoke Y-shaped blackened wheels, and the 21-inch super-large size highlights the domineering off-road style.The six-frame Y-shaped design follows the design of the concept car FNR-CarryAll, with a unique style.The special blackened and glossy surface treatment is cool and fashionable, and at the same time has a sense of class.Of course, while enjoying the visual impact of the big wheels, the cost of later maintenance will also increase slightly.
The cockpit follows the same design of Miro, more classic than fashionable
The interior of the 2023 Trailblazer has not changed much in this annual facelift. It still adopts the same design concept as its own Camaro. It has to be said that the double-wing cockpit design is indeed very representative and classic. Moreover, you can also find some very creative and ingenious places in the interior, such as the integrated air outlet of the Yaohong turbo rotary control, and the physical buttons that basically correspond to every function. The car looks more user-friendly and will be very friendly to users who come from traditional models.But what I want to say is that in 2023, when everyone is pursuing smart cockpits and high-tech cockpits, the overall interior will look a bit mediocre, and it may not be very attractive to current users. Full LCD instruments, dual screens and even triple screens have become the trend. I hope that the pioneers can make a difference in the replacement.
Of course, the Trailblazer still maintains the standard of old car companies in the materials and workmanship of the interior. The large area of soft material wrapped in the interior feels very textured, and the red stitching can also stand out well. The sporty atmosphere brought by RS models.The commonly used functions in the car can basically find physical buttons, which is indeed more intuitive to operate, and I personally prefer it.
The steering wheel is wrapped with top-level cowhide leather, with moderate thickness and excellent grip, and the four-way adjustment can also allow the driver to find a suitable position for him.There is no problem with the multi-functional pressing feel, and it also has a steering wheel heating function.The combination of 8-inch mechanical and LCD instrument looks more intuitive. The displayed function information and the logic of switching interface are not bad and easy to use.
This new car has adjusted the appearance of the central control screen, and at the same time, the Xiaoxue OS car system has been upgraded to a certain extent, and the iFlytek intelligent voice recognition function has been introduced, which can carry out continuous dialogue, and basic function operations can also be completed through voice commands. .Practical apps such as online navigation, entertainment, news information, and real-time weather are all on board this time.The most important thing is that the car also supports CarPlay, CarLife and Bluetooth connection, which greatly expands the functions of the car and meets the different usage habits of users.
In addition to upgrading the car-machine system, the 2023 Trailblazer has added the Auto Hold automatic parking function in terms of configuration.In addition, the top-of-the-line model in this real shot also added a streaming media rearview mirror.
The third row is no longer a decoration
Under normal circumstances, the third-row space performance of a 7-seater SUV will basically be unsatisfactory and seem rather tasteless.But through actual experience, the 2023 Trailblazer has done a pretty good job in this regard.The traditional seat layout of 2+3+2 provides a more comfortable ride in the second row and a more flexible space layout in the third row.The driver's and co-pilot's seats of the top-spec models that are actually shot provide 10-way electric adjustment, and have ventilation and heating functions. The large seat surface and backrest basically do not pick the shape of the body, and it will be very comfortable to sit on.
The second row of seats provides a central armrest and rear heating functions.At the same time, the backrests of the second row of seats also support multi-angle adjustment, and can be folded down with one button through electronic control. Both the left and right sides support the comfortable entry function, allowing passengers to enter the third row of space more conveniently.In addition, the second row also provides 220V power sockets, which can be connected to household appliances and enjoy more fun than others when traveling.
The third row of seats of the 2023 Trailblazer is not a "small bench" with a certain comfortable shape. The high seat back and not low sitting posture make it have a certain usability.The third row of seats can be folded down and raised with one button through the electric button of the trunk, and can be completely flattened.
Thanks to the vehicle length of more than 5 meters and the second and third rows of seats that can be completely folded flat, the 2023 Trailblazer has a good performance in terms of the flexibility and volume of the trunk storage space.When the 7 seats are full, two large suitcases can be placed. After the third row is folded down, the space can be expanded to 883L. If all the rear two rows of seats are folded down, the volume of 1970L can completely accommodate a very comfortable air mattress , and can fully straighten the legs.This space shows that I think it will definitely conquer friends who like to travel.
In terms of seating space, when a person with a height of 183cm enters the second row, whether the second row of seats is moved to the front or the end, the legroom performance is very good, even if it is moved to the front, it can show a usable spatial performance.
Move the second row of seats to the front
Second-row seats moved to the rear
After adjusting the second row of seats to the middle position, you can easily enter the third row of space through the comfort entry function of the second row.After sitting down, the legs can maintain a space distance of about 3 fingers, and the head can be kept up and down with a punch. This performance is fully in line with expectations, and it does not feel particularly depressed, which can ensure the comfort of short-to-medium distance travel.
Demonstration of the seating space of the third row of seats
Familiar driving experience with heavy power
The 2023 Trailblazer is consistent with the old model in terms of power. SAIC-GM's star engine "eighth-generation Ecotec 2.0T intelligent variable-cylinder turbo engine + 9-speed HYDRAMATIC® manual transmission + 48V light hybrid system" constitutes a set A very good power system in terms of power performance and smoothness.The conclusion I got after the test drive is that this car has a very thick and solid driving experience, which fully demonstrates the driving characteristics of American SUVs with full power and smooth handling.
The Chevrolet Trailblazer is equipped with the Twin Clutch intelligent all-road condition four-wheel drive system. This system is an evolutionary version of the timely four-wheel drive. The response time of two-wheel drive switching to four-wheel drive is less than 120ms. Realize the intelligent torque distribution of left and right rear wheels to achieve more precise control.
In terms of power output, this car shows a very stable and powerful state.The engine starts to produce power from 1500 rpm, and the power output until 4000 rpm is the output range of this engine, so when accelerating, you will feel that although the push back is not that strong, there is always a force pulling you away.
The 9-speed HYDRAMATIC® automatic manual transmission is an old friend of everyone, and it is equipped on many models of GM.The performance of the 2023 Trailblazer is still stable and steady. While ensuring that the engine output is transmitted to the wheels with minimal loss, it can intelligently perform up-down and down-shift operations in different driving modes, and the shifting is very smooth. The sense of frustration is not obvious at high speeds.
The chassis and shock absorber tuning of American SUVs generally give people the impression that they are calm and solid. The 2023 model is no exception. Small ditches and ridges can be easily resolved, and the rear passengers will not feel uncomfortable.The rear adjustment is tough to ensure that it will not bottom out when encountering large bumps, and at the same time, it can also allow the body to have good followability when the vehicle changes lanes at extreme speeds.
I personally think that the front part of the brake part is still a bit soft, and the deceleration effect of the vehicle is not obvious when you step on it.The braking force is gradually increased from the middle stage. Fortunately, the foot feel of the whole brake is still very linear from the beginning of pressure build-up to the complete stop of the vehicle. After getting used to it, it will not be a big problem.
Summary: This time, the 2023 Pioneer has made small changes in appearance and configuration, which can be regarded as giving users some freshness. The upgrade of configuration also improves the cost performance or comfort and convenience of the whole vehicle.From the perspective of driving, space and ride comfort, the performance of this car is surprisingly good.However, from the perspective of the current market and consumers' sense of vehicle fashion and technology, the 2023 Trailblazer did not give too many surprises, but this is also understandable. After all, this is just a small annual change, and the sincerity is already sufficient. .However, I hope that in the follow-up changes, the Blazer can become more fashionable and trendy while maintaining an excellent driving experience.
