Overview & Reviews

The 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer carries over with minimal changes, most notably adding satellite radio and side curtain airbags to its standard equipment list.

• Powerful engine lineup, comfortable highway manners, straightforward controls.

• Aging design, nondescript cabin with some mediocre materials, unsettled handling, no third-row seating, below-average crash-test scores.

User Reviews:

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  Big fun with a price - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By drwooly - April 23 - 7:59 pm

  Course I got this before the current gas problems, but I dont care! With the 6.0L engine, this is a blast to drive. Feels very solid better than my last 2004 Silverado Crew Cab. AWD really feels good. Mileage is worse than expected, but not horrible. (The same as my Silverados 5.3L engine) Road/Street combined around 14-15 mpg. Have found 1.5 mpg difference between 55mph, and 65mph. Build quality vey,very good. No problems, 4,00 mi. into it. Just a good, less expensive Corvette, with a big trunk!

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  Fast - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By Midnight - March 24 - 5:24 pm

  The wife wanted a hybrid, but nothing caught my except the TBSS. It has a mean muscular stance. We bought one in Red Jewel Tintcoat. Just a beautiful color. It is fast, roomy, and handles real well. I like big trucks. Im a big guy, and even though the HHR was better on gas, this works the best for us. My wife drives it to and from the train station and we use it on weekends. If I had to drive this to my work every day, 80 miles roundtrip, I wouldnt buy it because the gas would kill us. This is one awesome vehicle and is a lot fun to drive.

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  Great SUV for the money - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By Ron - March 10 - 7:52 pm

  I was a first time buyer of a Toyota product and after two years traded it on a Chevy TrailBlazer, best thing Ive ever done. Great ride, plenty of power, good ride even on the long trips, good gas mileage, lots of head and leg room. Just a great fun to drive SUV. Next time I will stick with GM.

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  Chevys SS package does it again! - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By SS Man - February 15 - 1:48 pm

  For all you SS lovers out there, Chevy finally answered back! This SUV has it all... power, suspension, body style and all the options you need cruising at 100mph. Ive had no problems with the windows rolling-up at high speeds (like another review I read) and the new 4 speed transmission allows a lot more than torque than any 5 or 6 speed can handle. I own a 2002 Camaro SS with a 6-speed manual transmission and couldve only prayed for a 4-speed manual! Less shifting.... more driving! If you like stlye, comfort, power and most importantly SS packages buy this SUV now before there all gone. I recommend the the Black Granite Metallic for paint.

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  A compromise - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By Drew - February 6 - 6:35 pm

  Im 65"tall with long legs and after spending nearly a year trying find a SUV that I could fit my legs into and drive without my knees hitting the drivers door armrest on the left and a place my right leg comfortably without hitting the stupid center console, which most exaggerate these days. The Trailblazer was the smallest SUV I could drive without bumping my legs or knees somewhere and get acceptable gas mileage. Even the new Tahoes have less leg room. Tried the Acadia too, No Dice! Pretty sad when most cars dont fit. I really like the vehicle, got all the bells and whistles I need and its comfortable, fun to drive and handles well. I traded in a 99 Yukon w/230K miles on it.

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  Nice looking, reliable SUV - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By Rickster1959 - January 28 - 1:11 pm

  Purchased as used 2008 Chevy zone rep. demo. Fairly priced as a demo/used vehicle. Great looking ride!, Interior is very comfortable . Cabin is fairly quiet and well appointed. Lots and lots of features included with the 3LT model. Love the heated leather seats and mirrors. Bose stereo is unbeleiveable! Plenty of power is to be had via the famous Inline 4.2L inline six cylinder engine that I have read so many favorable reviews on. Standard trailering package is a welcome standard feature. So far, this is the nicest vehicle I have owned in over 32 yrs. I drive many miles per weeek, so Chevrolet 5 yr., 100,000 mile warranty is a valuable feature!

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  Gotta Love GM - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By GMFanatik - January 21 - 2:12 pm

  Coming from an 07 Cobalt SS/SC with some decent performance mods, this SUV is a beast. I am quite impressed with the comfort, performance, daily drivability, and overall fit and finish of my Trailblazer SS. Stopping power, go power, and manueverability are very surprising to say the least. Surprising in a positive way of course. I would not recommend the dealership I dealt with, but I would highly recommend picking one of these up.

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  Think twice before you purchase this - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By stick w/honda - January 19 - 9:23 pm

  I had my truck for 3 months and steering was shaking violently and brakes were even worse. Took it into the dealership TWICE, but they could find the problem which is still going on! I had a Honda for the past 10 years without a single problem. I regret going with GM. I dont feel safe in it and very hesitant transporting my children in it. I hate this truck and how I fear for my safety in it. Traction light is always coming on and the traction warning light comes on too. I was told it is ok by the dealership and it would reset itself when I turned off the car. It does, only to turn right back on 5-10 minutes later.

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  Good Bang for the Buck - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By andrecan - January 19 - 2:21 pm

  Coming off a 2004 Z06 lease I wanted to keep some "Vette" in my life w/2 kids and frequent trips to snow country demand AWD. While no Vette, it does instill confidence leaving tolls or kicking down to pass at any speed. Ride is nice and handling is good for this size vehicle. Seats are comfortable. Window doesnt close properly properly at high speed. I have to slow down, then close to get proper fit wout wind noise. Also transmission wants to slow this car down when you try to coast at about 68 mph. which makes it challenging to keep a steady foot in traffic at that speed. I like my wifes FX45 2x better but after comparing stickers Im happy.

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  Great Car - 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
  By Larry Marquez - November 27 - 6:21 pm

  Most of the people that I know including mechanics love this car. Now I know why. Its a joy to drive. I dislike the new European styling so this is the car for me. GM has a winner in this SUV. Recently found out the the small Hummer uses the same chasis.