2026 Trailblazer Review in Pensacola, FL
Meet the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer at Pete Moore Chevrolet
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer at Pete Moore Chevrolet in Pensacola, FL, is the kind of small SUV that makes everyday driving feel easy without giving up the attitude shoppers want from a Chevy crossover. It is compact enough for downtown parking, efficient enough for daily commuting, flexible enough for weekend gear, and stylish enough to stand out in a crowded class.
For shoppers comparing the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer in Pensacola, FL, against small SUVs like the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, Kia Seltos, Nissan Kicks, and Toyota Corolla Cross, the Trailblazer makes a strong case with standard Chevy Safety Assist, a standard 11-inch diagonal HD color touchscreen, seating for five, a fold-flat front passenger seat, and available all-wheel drive.
2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer Trim Levels
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer lineup includes four trims: LS, LT, ACTIV, and RS. LS starts the lineup with key technology, active safety features, 17-inch Silver-painted aluminum wheels, an 8-inch Driver Information Center, HD Rear Vision Camera, and a flat-folding front passenger seat. LT adds more convenience and style with 17-inch high-gloss Black machined-aluminum wheels, Keyless Open and Start, available Remote Start, silver-painted roof rails, deep-tinted rear windows, and deep-tinted liftgate glass.
ACTIV gives the Trailblazer a more adventurous personality with off-road suspension tuning, a functional skid plate, dual-outlet exhaust, and unique rugged styling details. RS takes a sportier approach with 19-inch high-gloss Black machined-aluminum wheels, RS badging, Red interior accent,s and a heated, wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel.
Interior Features and Measurements
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer interior is designed around flexibility. It seats up to five and offers 98.2 cubic feet of passenger volume, making it useful for commuting, errands, weekend trips, and daily family driving. The cabin includes front bucket seats, a 40/60 split-folding rear bench seat, a floor console with armrest, rear under-seat heating ducts, driver and front passenger knee bolsters, rear outboard assist hand,les and an available rear center armrest.
Interior trim options include cloth seating surfaces, Evotex seat trim, Jet Black with Red accents on RS, and Jet Black/Artemis with Yellow stitching on ACTIV. Available comfort and convenience features include heated driver and front passenger seats, an eight-way power driver seat, driver two-way power lumbar control, a four-way manual front passenger seat, a six-way manual driver seat on select models, a wrapped steering wheel, a heated steering wheel, tilt and telescopic steering column, covered vanity mirrors, available illuminated vanity mirrors, an inside rearview manual day/night mirror and an available auto-dimming rearview mirror.
Interior measurements include:
- Front headroom: 39.98 inches
- Front legroom: 40.9 inches
- Second-row legroom: 39 inches
- Passenger volume: 98.2 cubic feet
- Maximum cargo volume: 54.4 cubic feet
Behind the second row, the Trailblazer offers 25.30 cubic feet of cargo volume. Folding the rear seat and front passenger seat creates up to 8.5 feet of maximum cargo length, making it easy to carry longer items. Available cargo features include a cargo cover, cargo mat, cargo liner, vertical cargo net, all-weather floor mats, all-weather floor liners, premium carpeted floor mats, and the Winter/Summer Floor Mat Package. Climate features include standard single-zone manual climate control and available automatic climate control, plus a cabin air filter and available cabin humidity sensor.


Exterior Design and Features
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer has a confident look, practical footprint, and plenty of trim-specific personality. It measures 174.07 inches long, 71.20 inches wide without mirrors, and rides on a 103.95-inch wheelbase. Height varies by trim, with listed configurations measuring up to 65.68 inches. The ACTIV trim leans rugged with a black mesh grille, Titanium chrome accents, a functional skid plate, and off-road suspension tuning. RS adds a high-gloss Black mesh grille, RS badging, and bold wheel designs.
Exterior features include LED headlamps, LED tail lamps on select trims, Signature LED Daytime Running Lamps on select trims, IntelliBeam, automatic on/off headlamp control, solar-absorbing windshield glass, solar-absorbing glass on select trims, upper active aero shutters, available lower active aero shutters, rear intermittent wiper, body-color door handles, Anthracite lower bodyside moldings, Trailblazer lettering, available front license plate bracket, available front and rear splash guards, available roof rack cross rails and an available Keyless Entry Keypad. Liftgate choices include a standard manual liftgate and an available hands-free, programmable power liftgate with LED logo projection.
Available exterior colors include:
- White Sands
- Sterling Gray Metallic
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Cacti Green
- Marina Blue Metallic
- Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
Select two-tone combinations can add Summit White, Apex Red, or Mosaic Black Metallic roof treatments. Optional appearance upgrades include the Blackout Package, chrome wheel locks, and sport pedal kit.
Performance and Capability
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer gas lineup offers two turbocharged engine options, depending on trim and configuration. The ECOTEC 1.2-liter Turbo engine is offered on certain Trailblazer configurations, while the ECOTEC 1.3-liter Turbo engine is standard on ACTIV and RS and available across select configurations. The available 1.3-liter Turbo engine produces up to 174 pound-feet of torque, delivering responsive acceleration for daily driving and highway merging.
Transmission availability depends on the drivetrain. Front-wheel-drive models use a continuously variable transmission, while all-wheel-drive models use a nine-speed automatic transmission. Select configurations also offer three drive modes, allowing drivers to tailor the vehicle’s response to changing conditions.
Capability features include:
- Available Trailering Package
- Available engine block heater
- Trailering wiring
- Available trailer hitch
- Standard four-wheel antilock disc brakes
Additional mechanical features include electric power steering, electronic parking brake, Stop/Start system override, Engine Air Filter Monitoring System, mechanical jack with tools, available trailer harness, and available trailer hitch trim bezel. ACTIV includes off-road suspension tuning and a functional skid plate, while ACTIV and RS feature dual-outlet exhaust. Select listed AWD configurations have a 13.2-gallon fuel tank and EPA-estimated 26 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined.
Technology Features
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer puts useful technology front and center. Every model includes an 11-inch diagonal HD color touchscreen and an 8-inch diagonal color Driver Information Center, creating a clean and intuitive digital environment. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ compatibility make it easy to connect compatible smartphones without cords.
Standard and available technology features include Bluetooth®, USB data ports, available charging-only USB ports, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, SiriusXM trial subscription, available Three Years SiriusXM, OnStar Basics, OnStar services capability, available Three Years OnStar One, vehicle health management, steering-wheel-mounted controls, compass display, remote panic alarm, and a two-key-fob system.
Technology highlights include:
- Available wireless charging
- Available Bose premium seven-speaker audio system
- Available 120-volt power outlet
- Available remote start
- Available Adaptive Cruise and Sound Package
Additional available features include Keyless Open, Keyless Start, and Push-Button Start.
Safety and Driver Assistance Features
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer comes standard with Chevy Safety Assist, a suite of six advanced driver assistance features. Standard equipment includes Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam.
Safety highlights include:
- HD Rear Vision Camera
- Teen Driver
- Tire Fill Alert
- Rear child security door locks
- 10 airbags
Available driver assistance features include Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Park Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control. The Driver Confidence Package and LS Confidence Package add additional awareness and convenience technologies on select trims.
Shop the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer in Pensacola, FL
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer is a smart pick for drivers who want small-SUV efficiency, standout design, flexible cargo space, and advanced safety technology in one easy-to-drive package. Visit Pete Moore Chevrolet in Pensacola, FL, to compare LS, LT, ACTIV, and RS trims, review available all-wheel drive models, and find the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer for sale in Pensacola, FL, that fits your daily drive.
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