2021 Trailblazer Trim Levels LS vs LT
2021 Trailblazer Trim Levels LS Vs. LT
The Trailblazer is back, and we think it might be here to stay this time. The new 2021 Trailblazer is bold and spacious, with modern technology and rugged capability to get you where you want to go. There are multiple trim levels to choose from, too, so you can really make this vehicle your own. We find that most drivers end up choosing between the Trailblazer LS Vs. LT, but you can really get great value from this vehicle no matter which trim level you choose.
In fact, the selection of trim levels is among our favorite things about this vehicle. You can choose from various feature sets and price points to make sure your needs and budget are being met. Combine this with the selection of interior and exterior colors, and you’re dealing with a highly customizable vehicle. Learn more about all of the different trim levels below to make sure you’re prepared to choose the option that’s the best for your situation, lifestyle, and budget.
2021 Chevy Trailblazer L Trim Level
This is the base model of the 2021 Trailblazer, but it looks and feels like it could cost a lot more than its starting MSRP of $19,000. This is an incredibly low price for such a capable small SUV, and it comes with all of the following:
- Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system with a seven-inch diagonal color touch-screen
- AM/FM stereo
- Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming for two active devices
- Voice command pass-through to compatible phones
- Android Auto compatibility
- Apple CarPlay compatibility
- Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Alert
- Forward Pedestrian Braking
- Following Distance Indicator
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Rear vision camera
- Signature LED daytime running lamps
- IntelliBeam automatic high beams
- ECOTEC 1.2L Turbo engine that can produce 137 HP and 162 lb.-ft. of torque
- 16-in. steel wheels with painted covers
2021 Chevy Trailblazer LS Trim Level
This is the next step up for Chevy’s small SUV, and the 2021 Trailblazer LS trim level still starts at only $21,600. This makes it accessible on most new car buying budgets. It offers some additional refinement, and many drivers find that it’s more than worth the cost. In addition to the features listed above, this trim level includes all of the following:
- Six-speaker audio system
- Digital compass display in your Driver Information Center
- Fold-flat front passenger seatback
- 17-inch aluminum wheels
- Available all-wheel-drive for those drivers who need more capability
- Front and rear carpeted floor mats
2021 Chevy Trailblazer LT Trim Level
This is another one of the most popular trim levels, in large part because the 2021 Trailblazer LT offers a lot of awesome features for a starting MSRP of only $23,700. It’s a relatively small price bump from the previous trim level considering everything that comes along with it, but only you can be the judge of whether or not it’s a great deal for you. In addition to the features listed above, the Trailblazer LT trim level includes all of the following:
- LED fog lamps
- Heated, power-adjustable, manual-folding mirrors with body-color caps
- Silver-painted roof rails
- Remote vehicle starting technology system
- Push-button start
- 17-in. high gloss machined wheels with black aluminum face
- Deep tinting on the glass
- Ten-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- Additional silver touches along the front of the vehicle below the grille for a more polished exterior look
2021 Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV Trim Level
This trim level has clearly been designed for people who like to get out and explore. If you like to head out of Phoenix to explore the rest of the valley and beyond, this may be the best trim level for you.
It’s designed to be just a bit more rugged, which makes it perfect for the desert conditions we face here in Arizona, especially if you like to get off the road and take the path less traveled. The Trailblazer lives up to its name at every trim level, but you really start to get a sense of its wild spirit here. The 2021 Trailblazer ACTIV offers all of the following and starts with an MSRP of $25,500:
- ECOTEC 1.3L Turbo engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT), Direct Injection, and stop/start technology, capable of producing 155 HP and 174 lb.-ft. of torque
- Dual-outlet exhaust with polished trapezoidal tips
- LED taillamps
- Functional skid plate that gives your vehicle an aggressive look while also protecting key elements of your vehicle like the fuel tank, differentials, and transfer block, as well as increasing aerodynamics
- Off-road suspension tuning
- Sport terrain tires
- Trailering equipment
- Leatherette seat trim
2021 Chevy Trailblazer RS Trim Level
This is the top of the Trailblazer ladder, along with the ACTIV trim level, and shares its starting MSRP of $25,500. It’s somewhat amazing that such a refined and well-equipped vehicle could be available at such a low price, but we’ve seen it with our own eyes. In addition to most of the LT features listed above, the 2021 Trailblazer RS includes the following:
- ECOTEC 1.3L Turbo engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT), Direct Injection, and stop/start technology, which is capable of producing 155 HP and 174 lb.-ft. of torque
- Dual-outlet exhaust with round polished tips
- 18-inch high-gloss black machined wheels
- Cloth and leatherette seat trim
- Black badging and other touches to give it a more sophisticated and aggressive look
Comparing Active Safety Features Between Chevy Trailblazer Trim Levels
All of the above can feel like a lot to take in, and we know how important it is to many drivers to have safe vehicles. This is especially popular among the SUV crowd, since some are renowned for being among the safest vehicles on the road and others have more unsettling reputations. The good news is that the 2021 Trailblazer absolutely includes many of the most advanced, state-of-the-art safety and driver assistance features you can find in any vehicle today.
Many of these terrific safety features are even standard on every trim level because the Chevrolet engineers don’t want their drivers to have to pay extra to feel confident and secure. There are some of the more complicated features that get added on at higher trim levels.
Consider the following comparison of safety features in the different Trailblazer trim levels to take a quick look at what you can expect from each trim level.
- Trailblazer L Trim Level
- Chevy’s famous Teen Driver technology, which allows you to set limits and rules while also receiving reports when another driver uses your vehicle
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Forward Collision Alert
- Forward Pedestrian Braking
- Following Distance Indicator
- Lane Keep Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Vision Camera
- IntelliBeam automatic high beam headlights
- Trailblazer LS Trim Level
- This trim level includes all of the safety and driver assistance features from the
- L trim level, and adds a few more.
- Available Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
- Available Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Available Rear Park Assist
- Trailblazer LT Trim Level
- This trim level includes the same active safety and driver assistance features from the LS trim level.
- Trailblazer ACTIV Trim Level
- This trim level includes all of the same active safety and driver assistance features from the LS and LT trim levels, while also adding one more.
- Available HD rear vision camera
- Trailblazer RS Trim Level
- This trim level includes all of the active safety and driver assistance features from the ACTIV trim level.
Comparing Technology Between Chevy Trailblazer Trim Levels
After active safety and driver assistance features, technology features are some of the biggest reasons that drivers might choose one trim level over another. In the case of the 2021 Chevy Trailblazer, you can expect some impressive technology at every single trim level.
This is largely thanks to the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system, which is widely regarded as being among the best infotainment systems in the entire automotive industry. Even so, the biggest technology enthusiasts often find that they’re more comfortable and excited when they have everything that the higher trim levels have to offer.
Make a quick comparison by considering the following:
- Trailblazer L Trim Level
- Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system with seven-inch color touchscreen
- 3.5-inch monochromatic Driver Information Center
- Four-speaker audio system
- 4G LTE WiFi hotspot
- Trailblazer LS Trim Level
- This trim level contains all of the technology features from the L trim level, and adds two more.
- Six-speaker audio system
- Digital compass display in Driver Information Center
- Trailblazer LT Trim Level
- This trim level contains all of the technology features from the LS trim level, and adds one more.
- Remote start technology system
- Trailblazer ACTIV Trim Level
- At this trim level, the Trailblazer contains all of the same major technology features from the LT trim level.
- Trailblazer RS Trim Level
- At this trim level, the Trailblazer contains all of the same major technology features from the LT trim level.
Test Drive the New 2021 Chevy Trailblazer in Phoenix
If you live in the Valley of the Sun or any of the surrounding areas, there’s a Valley Chevy dealership near you. Find the nearest location and stop by to explore the full selection of new 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer SUVs.
Our knowledgeable staff will help you familiarize yourself with all of the subtle (and significant) differences between the trim levels. Taking a look at these vehicles in person is really the best way to understand the different trim levels as completely as possible, so stop by for a test drive!
