The Chevrolet Trax and Trailblazer seemingly occupy the same slot in the Chevy lineup, both are subcompact SUVs that start under $25,000. They both have four doors and they even use the same base engine. Making things even more unclear, the Trailblazer name comes from a previously discontinued and much larger vehicle, while the first-generation Trax was smaller than the current second-generation model. Clearly, a more in-depth look is going to be required in order to explain this part of the lineup.
Trax VS Trailblazer Dimensions
| 2025 Chevrolet Trax | VS | 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer |
| $20,400 | Starting MSRP* | $23,100 |
| 178.6 inches | Overall Length | 174.07 inches |
| 41.9 inches / 38.7 inches | Legroom (front / back) | 40.9 inches / 39 inches |
| 39.6 inches / 38.1 inches | Headroom (front / rear) | 39.98 inches / 38.4 inches |
| 98.0 cubic feet | Total Passenger Volume | 98.2 cubic feet |
| 25.6 cubic feet | Cargo Space (behind back seats) | 25.3 cubic feet |
The first thing to be said here is that these two vehicles are incredibly similar in size. The Trax is a little bit longer and has a little more interior space but most differences will be barely noticeable at all. The one possible exception is front legroom which still isn't such a big difference that it would be likely to steer anyone towards the Trax on its own. And as you can see from the photos, the interior layout is also similar. Clearly, the primary differences between these two vehicles aren't related to size so we're going to take a look at equipment.
Trax VS Trailblazer Equipment
| 2025 Chevrolet Trax | VS | 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer |
| 1.2-liter Ecotec, 137 HP / 162 LB-FT TQ | Standard Engine | 1.2-liter Ecotec, 137 HP / 162 LB-FT TQ |
| None | Optional Engine | 1.3-liter Ecotec, 155 HP / 174 LB-FT TQ |
| Front-wheel drive | Drivetrain Layout | Front-wheel drive standard, all-wheel drive available |
| Not Available | Off-Road Suspension Tuning | Optional |
| Not Available | Functional Skidplate | Optional |
Much of the standard equipment on these two is again quite similar, with both vehicles sharing the same standard engine drivetrain layout and sporting standard 17-inch wheels and options up to 19 inches. There are some small differences like the infotainment touchscreen. The Chevrolet Trax comes standard with an 8-inch unit with an 11-inch version available as an option while Trailblazer models come standard with an 11-inch screen. But with one look at the optional equipment, we start to see the differences between the two vehicles.
The Chevrolet Trailblazer has available AWD and when you opt for AWD you also get a larger, more potent engine. A little further down the options list, we can see an off-road-tuned suspension and a functional skidplate which is visible on the front of the Trailblazer in the above photos. There are sport terrain tires available as well and it's clear that this is where the two models diverge. For those who don't have any intention of taking their vehicle off-road, the Trax offers a lower starting price and trim levels aimed at comfort, convenience, and style. The Trailblazer is built with a different goal in mind - namely to be a capable off-roader in a subcompact package. The optional equipment and trim levels are made to cater to the off-road crowd. This makes it clear why Chevrolet builds these two vehicles - as they cater to 2 different driving styles.
*The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Chevrolet vehicles' destination freight charges. Dealer sets the final price.