- The Chevrolet Blazer EV is a battery-electric midsize SUV built on GM’s Ultium EV platform.
- I was impressed by the Blazer EV’s stylish looks, roomy cabin, smooth ride, and massive touchscreen.
- I was let down by its cheap-feeling interior, uncomfortable seats, and the lack of Apple CarPlay.
The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV was one of the most eagerly awaited electric vehicles to hit the market when it debuted in late 2023.
Until recently, the General Motors EV lineup had consisted primarily of luxury vehicles like the Cadillac Lyriq and high-priced pickups like the Hummer EV.
Now, GM finally has a viable midsize electric SUV for the average American family.
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The bulk of EV SUVs on sale these days are either compact offerings like the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E or larger luxury models like the Rivian R1S and Mercedes-Benz EQS.
As a result, the SUV — which is mechanically unrelated to the internal combustion Chevy crossover that shares its name — entered a surprisingly barren midsize electric SUV market with its closest competitor, the Honda Prologue.
