Stylish Yet Affordable: 2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT RedLine Edition

Stylish Yet Affordable: 2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT RedLine Edition

We have documented our thoughts on the naming of this mid-size 5-seat SUV from Chevrolet on many different occasions, but our thoughts on its name aside, this really is a good SUV for most families and this 2LT won’t necessarily break the bank either.

NEED TO KNOW

  • A good family SUV that doesn’t need every option to deliver a satisfying ownership experience.
  • 2023 refresh updated the exterior and made the 10.2-inch infotainment screen standard.
  • Redline Edition visually spices up the base trim level at minimal cost premium.
  • Powered by a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder making 228 hp.
  • Tested vehicle sourced from Peltier Chevrolet; as-tested price $41,895.

Showing that not all vehicles need to check every option box to be interesting, this “base” 2LT has the optional Redline Edition package which spices things up over other models. Complete with blacked-out Chevy bowtie emblems, gloss black wheels with red accents, red outlines around black “BLAZER” badges, and additional black and red accents all around, this $41,000 SUV might be the one for you if you want to stand out from the pack.

For 2023, the entire Blazer lineup gets refreshed exterior styling, LED lights, a 10.2-inch infotainment screen on all models, and available Qi wireless phone charging among other enhancements. We drove a 2022 model last year, so this is a quick synopsis of what has changed for 2023.

2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT Specs:

  • 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder Engine
  • 228 Horsepower
  • 258 lb.-ft. of Torque
  • 9-speed Automatic Transmission
  • Front-Wheel Drive (optional AWD)
  • LED Headlights
  • LED Daytime Running Lights
  • LED Taillights
  • Cloth-trimmed Seats
  • 8-way Power Driver’s Seat
  • 10.2-inch Color Touchscreen Infotainment with Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus
  • Active Noise Cancellation
  • Dual-Zone Climate Control
  • 30.5 Cubic Feet of Cargo Space Behind the Back Seat
  • 64.2 Cubic Feet of Maximum Storage Space
  • EPA Fuel Economy 22/29/25 (city/hwy/cmb)
  • Starting Price: $35,100 (base trim)
  • Price as tested: $41,895
  • Thanks to Peltier Chevrolet for the vehicle, check out their inventory here:

    https://www.peltierchevrolettyler.com/

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    2023 Chevrolet Blazer 2LT Redline Edition

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    OVERALL SCORE

    PROS

    • Redline Edition adds genuine visual distinction—blacked-out emblems, gloss-black wheels with red accents—at an accessible price
    • Writer's verdict: 'really is a good SUV for most families'
    • 2023 refresh brings updated LED exterior lighting and standard 10.2-inch infotainment screen
    • Competitive $41,895 as-tested price doesn't require loading up with options
    • Sport appearance elevates what would otherwise be a basic 2LT trim

    CONS

    • Writer has a longstanding objection to the Blazer name being applied to this crossover
    • Cloth seats on the 2LT trim level
    • FWD is standard; AWD costs extra
    • Two-row, five-seat layout only—no third-row option
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