The 2021 Chevy Trailblazer is a member of the rising in-betweener compact crossover section (we actually must provide you with a reputation for these items) that features the Kia Seltos, Mazda CX-30 and Ford Bronco Sport. They are a bit larger than subcompacts just like the Hyundai Kona and Nissan Kicks, however smaller than the CR-Vs and RAV4s of the world.
That may very properly be seen of their cargo capacities, which certainly fall in between these extra outlined segments. Within the Trailblazer’s case, it has 25.3 cubic-feet of house behind its raised again seat. On paper, that is about 5 cubes higher than the Subaru Crosstrek and Mazda CX-30. It is precisely the identical because the Nissan Kicks, however that speaks extra to that automotive punching above its weight class in baggage testing. The Kia Seltos has a bit extra at 26.6 cubic-feet.
Because it seems, the Trailblazer does not do in addition to its quantity would recommend. Nevertheless, it has just a few particular options that improve its versatility.
As with an rising variety of crossovers, the Trailblazer cargo space has two heights: a decrease one for max capability and a better one to offer a flat ground whenever you decrease the again seats. You may see the peak distinction within the photos beneath.
As all the time in such instances, I solely check with the ground in its decrease top. There was no cargo cowl included with this check car.
As with each baggage check, I take advantage of two midsize curler suitcases that will should be checked in on the airport (26 inches lengthy, 16 huge, 11 deep), two roll-aboard suitcases that simply barely match within the overhead (24L x 15W x 10D), and one smaller roll-aboard that matches simply (23L x 15W x 10D). I additionally embrace my spouse’s fancy in a single day bag simply to spruce issues up a bit (21L x 12W x 12D).
So, this was a really tight match. One thing was stopping the ability mechanism from closing, but it surely was simple sufficient to shut it manually. As you possibly can see beneath, the flamboyant bag might match, but it surely was awfully tight. If there have been really issues within the bag, I’ve my doubts.
So regardless of what the numbers would possibly say, this quantity could be much less the Subaru Crosstrek (beneath left) and mainly the identical because the Mazda CX-30 (beneath proper). My guess as to why the Crosstrek can maintain extra: Its cargo space is wider, whereas the Trailblazer’s is taller. Width is in the end extra helpful for luggage.
Equally, the Trailblazer could also be taller than the CX-30, however seems comparable in width. As such, it could possibly mainly maintain the identical baggage.
The Kia Seltos, in the meantime, is certainly larger than all of them.
Nevertheless, regardless of the Trailblazer not being as helpful as its cargo capability quantity would point out, it counters with spectacular versatility. For starters, that additional top will give it a bonus ought to it’s worthwhile to transport one thing taller and/or bulkier. I do not do a 60-Inch TV check, but when I did, I am certain it might smoke the Subaru and Mazda.
I will, nevertheless, debut a brand new check specifically for the Trailblazer: the Extendable Tree Trimmer Check. I do know, I am excited, too.
You see, the Trailblazer can’t solely fold its again seat down, however the entrance passenger seat folds too.
I broke out the measuring tape and this function lets you haul one thing so long as 100 inches. That is greater than 8 toes. Or 2.54 meters. Or greater than even my extendable tree trimmer factor in its least prolonged kind.
You may see how a lot I wanted to prolonged the tree trimmer (observe the silver bit) simply to replenish the house. This looks like a fantastic function even when there are nonetheless tall stuff you’d most likely choose to strap to the roof. Do not assume I might wish to cope with the sap and needles of a Christmas tree, do you?
There’s additionally some versatility to be present in these little partitions.
Discovered on both aspect, when in place, they supply the standard bin house behind the wheel arches that is good for conserving smaller objects from flying across the cargo space. Milk jugs, beer, and so forth. Nevertheless, when the cargo ground is in its decrease setting, you possibly can take away these partitions to permit for one thing wider to suit. Considerate.
So though the Trailblazer is not the very best in its section with regards to hauling baggage, its versatility ensures that it in the end supplies an acceptable quantity of utility for a small utility car.