Trims, Powertrain, and Performance
The 2026 Chevy Trailblazer comes your way in four distinct trim packages: LS, LT, RS, and Activ. The LS, LT, and RS receive a 137-horsepower turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). For added pep, these trims can be upgraded with a turbocharged 1.3-liter three-cylinder engine that makes 155 hp, which is standard in the range-topping Activ.
While front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard across all trims, all-wheel drive (AWD) is available for those who want enhanced traction and control. The AWD option with the LS, LT, or RS automatically includes the more powerful 1.3-liter engine and swaps the CVT for a nine-speed automatic transmission.
According to the EPA, the ‘26 Trailblazer with the 1.2-liter engine and FWD returns 30 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. The combination of the 1.3-liter turbo with FWD changes this slightly to 29 mpg city/33 mpg highway. Meanwhile, AWD models with the 1.3-liter engine offer a balance of performance and efficiency, returning 26 mpg city/29 mpg highway.