DecodedCars2020 Chevrolet Blazer
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 2.0l FWD 4dr SUV, 3.6l AWD 4dr SUV, 3.6l FWD 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 191.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,781–4,211 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2020 Chevrolet Blazer is a small SUV offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,781 lb (2.0l FWD 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 28 highway), 6% worse than the 2020 small SUV average of 25.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,800 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 224 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2020
- Engine added: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Blazer →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0l FWD 4dr SUV | 191.3 in | 76.8 in | 66.9 in | 112.6 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 3,781 lb | 59/41 |
| 3.6l AWD 4dr SUV | 191.3 in | 76.8 in | 66.9 in | 112.6 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 4,211 lb | 59/41 |
| 3.6l FWD 4dr SUV | 191.3 in | 76.8 in | 66.9 in | 112.6 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 4,008 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blazer FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -6% | $2,800 | 362 |
| Blazer FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -10% | $2,900 | 382 |
| Blazer AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -2% | $2,900 | 374 |
| Blazer FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | -18% | $3,200 | 414 |
| Blazer AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -11% | $3,200 | 433 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Blazer SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 14.7% |
| 2020 Chevrolet Blazer SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.5% |
Similar 2020 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Blazer (this car) | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2020 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2020 Ford Explorer | 28 MPG | ★★★★★ | 35 |
| 2020 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2020 Toyota Highlander | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2020 Kia Telluride | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
Recalls (3)
Tires · Feb 25, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V115000 · 33,838 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
- Risk
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Oct 29, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · 194,105 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
- Risk
- Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator · Jul 30, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V446000 · 769 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5 and XT6, Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and Traverse and GMC Acadia and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
- Risk
- If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.
Not every 2020 Chevrolet Blazer is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2020 Chevrolet Blazer buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 78 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 74 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Engine — 71 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 50,000 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 2020 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 |
| 2019 Blazer | 24 | 191.3 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 189 |
| 2005 Blazer | 17 | 176.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →