2001ChevroletBlazerChevrolet Blazer2001 Chevrolet Blazer Xtreme 2WD 2-DoorSport UtilityWagonRWDMoraine, OH/Linden, NJThe aging Blazer platform is due for a comprehensive redesign for 2002. As such, Blazer buyers this year will have to make do with slap-dash add-ons such as standard OnStar on the LT and TrailBlazer models. Xtreme, a new trim level on the two-door, two-wheel-drive model which includes a low-riding sport suspension lowered by 2.5 inches, body cladding and special wheels, is now available.Wide range of features and options, competent drivetrain.Spotty build quality, cheesy interior parts, uncomfortable rear seats, no V8 option.Back in 1982, Chevrolet rolled out the S-10 Blazer, the first modern compact sport-utility vehicle. Nineteen years later, the Blazer remains a strong seller in one of the hottest automotive markets. Take only one good look and it's easy to see why the attractive Blazer has such lasting appeal. Powered by a stout 4.3-liter, 190-horsepower V6 and available with several suspension choices, the Blazer can be tailored to specific needs, with either two-wheel or four-wheel drive, with two doors or four. There are accommodations for as many as six passengers in the bigger Blazer, if they don't mind squeezing. There's lots of cargo space too, with the spare tire mounted underneath the cargo floor on four-door models. Chevy claims that with the rear seat folded, a washing machine box will fit into the cargo bay. Sadly, the Blazer's interior is marred by acres of chintzy plastic and precious little rear foot room in front of a rather low and mushy seat. Adult rear-seat riders are likely to complain loudly. Off road is not where the Blazer shines brightest, despite the availability of a ZR2 super-duty suspension package. Offered only on two-door 4WD models, the ZR2 Blazer has a special chassis with a wider track, huge 31-inch tires, specially tuned Bilstein 46mm shocks, and an underbody shield package. Regular Blazers are capable enough for two-track dirt, but serious off-road adventures would be better handled by something with a little more wheel travel. On the other hand, as a road-going hauler the Blazer is quite capable. All 4x4 models can be equipped with the available AutoTrac push-button electronic transfer case. AutoTrac automatically senses wheel slippage and sends power to the axle with the most traction, which makes those old full-time all-wheel-drive systems obsolete. This setup takes the guesswork out of sure-footed travel over wet or snowy pavement. GM's PassLock anti-theft system, automatic headlight control and four-wheel disc brakes are all standard. Heated exterior mirrors and an electrochromic rearview mirror are standard on LT models, and optional on the LS. TrailBlazers come fully stocked with a long list of standard equipment. For 2001, Chevrolet has added a new trim level to the roster, for a total of four: LS, LT, Xtreme and TrailBlazer. The automaker also has enhanced the durability of several key components ranging from the engine and airbag system to the brakes and exhaust. As the 2002 model year will see substantial changes to the Blazer, the current version merely sees cosmetic changes, such as a lowered suspension and body-cladding on the Xtreme. When the current Blazer debuted for the 1995 model year, it won the North American Truck of the Year award. Smart styling, a powerful drivetrain and reasonable pricing made it an instant hit. Lately, however, the bar has been raised over the Blazer, as most competitors have been completely redesigned or substantially improved since its debut. Simply put, with new contenders bracketing Blazer in both the midsize and small SUV arena, this Chevy isn't the value it used to be. Ford Explorer SportGMC JimmyJeep CherokeePontiac Aztek336,000336,000336,0006100,000NANANA64.3 litersV6190 hp @ 4400 rpm250 ft-lbs. @ 2800 rpm67 cu.ft.847 lbs.5900 lbs.176.8 in.67.8 in.64.9 in.3603 lbs.100.5 in.34.8 ft.NA39.6 in.38.3 in.NANANANA42.4 in.35.6 in.4StandardStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = Not TestedRating = Not TestedNot TestedNot TestedPoorPoor19 gal.16 mpg / 22 mpg304 mi. / 418 mi.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$19,218$21,2357.35%$600N/A3% of the Total MSRPLS 2WD 2-DOOR (5M): 4.3L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 5-speed OD manual transmission; 525 amp battery with run down protection; engine oil cooler; 100 amp alternator; transmission oil cooler; rear-wheel drive, 3.42 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; firm ride suspension, front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf spring suspension with anti-roll bar, premium rear shocks; power recirculating ball steering with vehicle speed-sensing assist; 4-wheel antilock disc brakes; 19 gal. capacity fuel tank; front license plate bracket, side impact bars; tailgate rear cargo door; trailer harness; roof rack; front and rear body-colored bumpers with rear step bumper; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen fully auto headlamps with daytime running lights; additional exterior lights include underhood light; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 15" x 7" silver alloy wheels; P235/70SR15 BSWA/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; air conditioning, rear heat ducts; AM/FM stereo radio, clock, seek-scan, cassette player, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; mechanical rear window remote release; 3 power accessory outlets, front lighter element(s), retained accessory power, smoker's package; instrumentation display includes tachometer, oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include battery, low fuel, lights on, key in ignition, trunk ajar, turn signal on; driver's and passenger's front airbags; ignition disable; tinted windows, fixed 1/4 vent windows; variable intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, flip-up rear window; seating capacity of 4, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's seat includes 4-way adjustment, lumbar support, passenger's seat includes 4-way adjustment, lumbar support, easy entry; 50/50 folding rear split-bench seat with adjustable headrests; cloth seats, clothdoor trim insert, full cloth headliner, full color-keyed carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats; interior lights include dome light with delay; passenger's side vanity mirror; day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, instrument panel bin, interior concealed storage, driver's and passenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor, cargo tie downs, cargo light; grille with chrome bar, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and black door handles.
XTREME (5M) (in addition to or instead of LS 2WD 2-DOOR (5M) equipment): Z87 "Low Riding" Sport Suspension; front and rear color-keyed bumpers; color-keyed lower bodyside cladding, body-colored wheel flares, rocker panel extensions; additional exterior lights include lower-body front fascia with foglamps; 16" x 8" alloy wheels; P235/60SR16 BSW A/S tires; deep tinted windows; leather-wrapped steering wheel; body-colored grille and unique exterior badging.
LS 2WD 4-DOOR (4A) (in addition to or instead of LS 2WD 2-DOOR (5M) equipment): 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up torque converter; 18 gal. capacity fuel tank; front chrome bumper; full-size steel spare wheel; child safety rear door locks, mechanical rear window remote release; seating capacity of 6, 60/40 split-bench front seat with fixed headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's and passenger's seats include 4-way adjustment; 60/40 folding rear split-bench seat with adjustable headrests; front height adjustable seatbelts; 2 seat back storage pockets, driver's and passenger's door bins and rear door bins.
LT 2WD 4-DOOR (4A) (in addition to or instead of LS 2WD 4-DOOR (4A) equipment): Liftback rear cargo door; black bodyside molding with chrome bodyside insert, chrome wheel well molding; clearcoat monotone paint with bodyside accent stripe; driver's and passenger's power remote black heated folding outside mirrors; single CD player, 6 performance speakers, auto equalizer, theft deterrent; cruise control; auto locking power door locks with 2 stage unlock, remote keyless entry, power remote hatch/trunk release, power rear window remote release; emergency S.O.S. (OnStar); instrumentation display includes compass, exterior temp; panic alarm, tracker system, security system; deep tinted windows, power front and rear windows with driver's 1-touch down; fixed interval rear wiper, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats with adjustable tilt headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's seat includes 8-way power seat, power 2-way lumbar support, passenger's seatincludes 4-way adjustment, power 2-way lumbar support; premium cloth seats, cloth door trim insert with carpet lower; interior lights include front and rear reading lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors, dual auxiliary visors; auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, full overhead console with storage; cargo cover and cargo net.
TRAILBLAZER 2WD 4-DOOR (4A) (in addition to or instead of LT 2WD 4-DOOR (4A) equipment): Liftback rear cargo door; front and rear body-colored bumpers with rear step bumper; body-colored bodyside molding, rocker panel extensions; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's auto dimming outside mirror; air conditioning with climate control, rear heat ducts; garage door opener; instrumentation display includes trip computer; passenger's seat includes 8-way power seat, power 2-way lumbar support; leather seats, leatherette door trim insert with carpet lower and memory on driver's seat with 2 memory setting(s).
4WD (in addition to or instead of 2WD equipment): Part-time 4 wheel drive, auto locking hub control and electronic shift, 3.42 axle ratio; front torsion springs, front torsion bar and front tow hooks.