DecodedCars2005 Chevrolet Blazer
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Body styles
- 2dr SUV 4WD /Ls
- Engines
- 4.3L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 15 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- 176.8 in
- Curb weight
- 3,867 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints2 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 42 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is a SUV - offered with a 4.3L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 177 inches long and 68 inches wide on a 100-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,867 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 20 highway), 6% worse than the 2005 SUV - average of 18 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr SUV 4WD /Ls | 176.8 in | 67.7 in | 64.6 in | 100.4 in | 60.2 / 59.1 in | 3,867 lb | 55/45 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blazer 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -6% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Blazer 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -11% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Blazer 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 15 | -10% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Blazer 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | -10% | $4,450 | 592 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Blazer under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 23 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 23 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Chevrolet Blazer buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 2 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Exterior Lighting — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 99,657 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Blazer years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Blazer | 312 mi | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Blazer | 25 | 191.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Blazer | 25 | 192.1 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 55 |
| 2024 Blazer | 25 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 130 |
| 2023 Blazer | 25 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 44 |
| 2022 Blazer | 25 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 54 |
| 2021 Blazer | 25 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 141 |
| 2020 Blazer | 24 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 224 |
| 2019 Blazer | 24 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 189 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →