2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer

2024 Chevrolet
Trailblazer

MSRP*: $23,100 to $28,700
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 26 - 29 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 - 33 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 54.4 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 137-hp, 1.2-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 155-hp, 1.3-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 137 - 155 hp 152 - 182 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 1,500 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 174.1 in 176.4 in
Exterior Width 71.2 in 70.9 - 71.7 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Trailblazer than in the Subaru Crosstrek. The Subaru Crosstrek will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Chevrolet Trailblazer.

Convenience
With the Subaru Crosstrek, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Chevrolet Trailblazer will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Subaru Crosstrek.

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

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

Performance
The Chevrolet Trailblazer has a little less horsepower than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Chevrolet Trailblazer and the Subaru Crosstrek are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Trailblazer and the Subaru Crosstrek. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Chevrolet Trailblazer as you will in the Subaru Crosstrek.