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2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2023 Kia Niro Review

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2023 Chevrolet
Trailblazer

MSRP*: $22,100 to $27,700
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Picture of the 2023 Kia Niro

2023 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,590 to $34,890
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MPG - City 26 - 29 MPG 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 - 33 MPG 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.4 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 137-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 - 155 hp 139 hp
Exterior Length 173.5 - 173.7 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 71.2 in 71.8 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Chevrolet Trailblazer than the Kia Niro. The Kia Niro offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Chevrolet Trailblazer, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
With the Kia Niro, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Chevrolet Trailblazer, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Chevrolet Trailblazer is a better financial choice over the Kia Niro, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Trailblazer is about the same width as the Kia Niro. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Trailblazer takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Niro.

Handling
The Chevrolet Trailblazer has a larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Chevrolet Trailblazer and the Kia Niro.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Trailblazer does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Trailblazer and the Kia Niro. The Chevrolet Trailblazer has less cargo space than the Kia Niro, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.