Overview & Reviews
Model-year 2002 was a defining moment for the TrailBlazer. That year saw the midsize SUV benefiting from a redesign that made it a much more competitive player in its segment. It also saw the launch of the Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT, an extended-wheelbase version of the popular sport-utility vehicle.
The TrailBlazer EXT gave you everything a TrailBlazer did, plus an extended wheelbase and a third-row seat that enabled it to accommodate up to seven passengers. This means you benefited from all the good things offered by Chevy's best-selling midsize SUV of the time -- most notably, a long list of standard features and a cushy highway ride. Unfortunately, you also got the not-so-good things, like uninspired interior design and dull steering and handling that became restive when the road got twisty.
The breakout stars of the Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT's lineup were its engines. The SUV's 4.2-liter inline-6 charmed us with 275 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque (power jumped to 291 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque in 2006), giving it more grunt than was offered by many competing V8s. For heavy-duty towing, a 5.3-liter V8 was available that churned out 290 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque (boosted to 300 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque in 2005). With all that power underfoot, we really wanted to love the TrailBlazer EXT, but shortcomings regarding its handling and cabin kept it from fully capturing our hearts. Model-year 2006 marked the end of the line for this king-sized SUV. More information about the TrailBlazer model can be found here.
User Reviews:
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My Best Vehicle Yet!!!! - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By C Canning - June 2 - 10:00 amI absolutly love this truck! I love the look of it, the comfort,the quality, and the performance. An excellent towing vehicle that is a dream to drive. Very quiet inside and the smoothest ride Ive had for a long time.
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This vehicle is sweet. - 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By *THEMAN - April 12 - 4:50 amI love the 2005 Trailblazer. Mine is fully loaded with the Bose speakers and navigational system. It has a moonroof and so many extra gadgets I havent figured them all out yet. The vehicle is extremely comfortable with heated and power seats. If you ever buy one, I recommend the navigational system. It tells you where to go and where to turn, very easy to use. The digital readout monitors about every thing imaginable on the vehicle. It tells you your oil life percentage, avg miles per gallon, miles left to travel before runnin out of fuel, etc, etc.
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Best SUV - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By TomC1234 - March 19 - 2:00 amExcellent riding SUV... Smooth ride Low noise...
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Fair - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By AJG - March 19 - 2:00 amThe TrailBlaser handling in snow has not been what I expected. The rearend could get away very easily. The rear stereo controls do not come with headsets. It is the only way you can listen to second station. The front drink holders are to close the dash not allowing drinks to fit right.
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Let Chevy owner rate Chevys - 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By chevylvr - March 8 - 4:50 amLike a long time Chevy owner I understand that when you stretch a Jimmy to make a Suburban you sacrifice the crisp handeling and firm off-road feel a shorter wheelbase provides. The addition of weight and length has a strange effect on driving physics (tell us all something we dont know). Like the Suburban the Trailblazer EXT is purpose built for the big family, the big dog owner, and the big (weekend) load hauler. If you want to run Baja buy something built for it but if you want to take a trip that may include a drive up a windy mountainside gravel road to see some falls (did that in the Impala...OMG) the EXT is a great vehicle. As for skittish cornering...ever drive an 18 wheeler?
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GM Junk - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By Upset at my 1st Chev - February 15 - 9:50 pmI had never owned a Chevy SUV before and was excited to get a Trailblazer EXT. Great style, good features at a reasonable price. No quality. The 1st 3 months I had 9 problems with 2 trips in for an upshift problem that they claimed they could not find. GM suggested I find a dealer that had a tool to install that would monitor the problem, but I had to reseach and find the dealer that had it and go there. They had no interest or concern of the many problems or required trips to the dealer. If you are thinking of buying one, hopefully you do not get one of the many lemons they have out there.
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Broken at 600 miles - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By NunyaBiznas - December 31 - 8:53 pmDriving down the highway in 2 wheel drive and the Service 4wd light came on. Took it to the dealer and the part is on back order! It is comfortable but that doesnt help while it is in the shop.
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V8 TrailBlazer EXT is a great, fun SUV - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By 04TBEXT - December 24 - 2:00 amMy 2004 TrailBlazer EXT has been a great ride for me. I would not have considered buying it had it not been available with the proven quality and power of the 5.3 Vortec V8. This TB is loaded with all avaialable options except for the DVD player and navigation system. I am very pleased with this SUV - it replaced a Ford Explorer.
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So proud of myself for this buy !!! - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By Furdog - December 7 - 10:00 amBought an EXT LS Trailblazer with a V-8 in June 2004. I could not be happier with the purchase. I never thought Id get into a 7 seat SUV for under 30 grand. With Chevys rebates and incentives, I was well under 30 grand including interest on financing. For the price, Chevrolet comes with the most standard features of any midsize SUV. The Trailblazer is better looking than the Tahoe, and costs a lot less. I get decent gas mileage (15 MPG) and the kids love our new vehicle. I cant wait to take a long road trip. The standard features alone make the Explorer look sick. Compare the two and you will see what I mean.
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GREAT RIDE - 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT
By JOHN HOLMES - November 30 - 3:40 amPLENTY OF ROOM FOUR OUR KIDS HANDLES GREAT
