Video Summary
Here's a summary of the video:- The 2024 Chevy Blazer EV is built on GM's Ultium platform.
- The rear-wheel-drive version offers more power, a bigger battery, faster charging, and longer range compared to the all-wheel-drive. The rear-wheel-drive has 340 hp vs 288 hp for the all-wheel drive.
- The all-wheel drive version has 288 horsepower and 333 lb-ft of torque.
- The all-wheel drive has an 85-kilowatt-hour battery good for 279 miles of range and 150kW charging speed.
- The rear-wheel drive model has a 102-kilowatt-hour battery with 324 miles of range that can charge at 190 kW.
- The Blazer EV RS trim is sporty, with an SS trim coming.
- New Ultium platform means some teething issues are still being worked out.
- The vehicle was on stop sale earlier in the year due to electronic and charging issues, which have largely been updated.
- The digital rearview mirror improves visibility, and all current models have all the latest updates.
- The car has a connected OnStar system with 5G for eight years.
- The interior is more traditional than other EVs.
- The car turns on by seat sensor vs. the traditional power button start.
- Google Maps are used for navigation.
- The vehicle has a Google built operating system with apps for fuel, navigation, and audio. Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is not supported.
- Hard controls are used for climate control.
- The tester wishes the headlights had a hard control rather than touchscreen control.
- Adaptive cruise is functional and included.
- There is noticeable wind noise at highway speeds from the pillars.
- The seats feel generally comfortable.
- Test vehicle did not include a sunroof.
- Braking is good due to the blend of regen braking and the brakes, and the vehicle performs well around curves.
