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2021 Chevy Trailblazer

2021 Chevy Trailblazer

VS
Ford Explorer

2020 Ford Explorer

2021 Chevy Trailblazer vs. 2020 Ford Explorer

$19,000

Starting MSRP*

$32,765
ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo

Base Engine

2.3L EcoBoost® I-4
29/31

City/Highway MPG

27/29
Standard

Forward Collision Alert

Available
5

Trim Levels

5


Looking to enhance your travels around Crawfordville with a powerful, family-focused SUV? Whether you’re looking for off-roading adventures or seeking an upgrade to your Quincy commute, the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer vs. 2020 Ford Explorer is an essential comparison. A closer look at the efficiency, price points, and features should help identify whether the Explorer or Chevy Trailblazer fits your driving style. Compare the new Chevy Trailblazer vs. Explorer with Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet below to learn more about these two SUVs.

Chevy Trailblazer vs. Explorer: Configurations and Pricing

When placed head to head, the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer value outpaces the 2020 Ford Explorer.

For an SUV with an incredibly efficient engine and a wealth of amenities, the Trailblazer has no rival. While both SUVs have five trim levels, the Chevy Trailblazer vs. Ford Explorer comparison reveals the Trailblazer as the better value at every turn:

Starting MSRP, Base Trim

  • 2021 Chevy Trailblazer L: $19,000
  • 2020 Ford Explorer: $32,765

Starting MSRP, Highest Trim

  • 2021 Chevy Trailblazer RS: $25,400
  • 2020 Ford Explorer Platinum: $58,250

Chevy Trailblazer vs. Explorer: Performance and Efficiency

Whether you choose the Explorer or Trailblazer you’ll have access to impressive engine power. However, a significant difference resides in their efficiency and fuel economy. At an EPA-estimated mpg of 29 in the city and 31 on the highway, the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer makes its low price even more affordable, as it saves you more at the Havana gas pump. In comparison, the 2020 Ford Explorer has a respectable 27 city/29 highway EPA-estimated mpg split.

Chevy Trailblazer vs. Explorer: Technology and Features

In the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer vs. Ford Explorer comparison, the true understanding of the vast divide between these vehicles’ value resides here in the standard technology and features. Both come with versions of Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, a rear vision camera, and a tire pressure monitoring system. However, the new Trailblazer offers the following additional benefits, even in its base trim:

  • Front Pedestrian Braking
  • Forward Collision Alert
  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Engine Air Filter Monitor

The standard Chevy Assist system also includes IntelliBeam® and a Following Distance Indicator to keep your family safe on every journey. The 2020 Ford Explorer, although capable and safe in its own right, simply is no comparison in this category.

Discover the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer with Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet!

For those still wondering if the Explorer or Trailblazer is the right choice, our Tallahassee team is standing by. Our specialists know every facet of your favorite new SUV, and our other comparisons, like the Chevy Traverse vs. Ford Explorer or Chevy Suburban vs. Ford Expedition, are always available to help you explore the full range of Chevy excellence. Contact us today at Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet to get all the details on your next upgrade!

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*Savings include all dealer discounts, conditional OEM incentives, and non conditional OEM stackable incentives. Savings vary by model and stock number. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 8/31/2026. **Finance charges accrue from date of financing. Deferred monthly payments for 90 days. 0% APR for 60 months. Monthly payment is $16.67 for every $1,000 you finance. Example down payment: 6.9%. Must finance with GM Financial. Down payment required at signing, if applicable. Some customers may not qualify. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 8/31/26.

*Savings include all dealer discounts, conditional OEM incentives, and non conditional OEM stackable incentives. Savings vary by model and stock number. Not available with lease and some other offers. Take new retail delivery by 8/31/2026.

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