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2003 TRAILBLAZERTrailBlazer loses standard front side airbags for 2003, but gains a V8 option for its largest model and available DVD video. The...
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TrailBlazer loses standard front side airbags for 2003, but gains a V8 option for its largest model and available DVD video. The regular-length TrailBlazer seats five and comes in LS, LT, and LTZ trim. The longer-wheelbase EXT adds a 3rd row for 7-passenger seating and has extended rear doors and a raised rear roofline. It initially came only in LT trim; an LS model was added midyear. Standard on both TrailBlazers is a 4-speed automatic transmission and a 275-hp inline 6-cyl engine. Optional on the EXT is a 290-hp V8 borrowed from Chevys full-size SUVs. TrailBlazers offer rear-wheel drive with available traction control or GMs Autotrac 4WD that can be left engaged on dry pavement and includes low-range gearing. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes are standard.
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25 Reviews from Shopping.com
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Performs as promised with only minor problems
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Pros: Quiet and comfortable ride. Feels safe and strong.
Cons: Minor body trim issues common. Some don't like the plastic interior.
The Bottom Line:
This vehicle delivers what it promised.
This Chevy vehicle has been a solid performer for my family since we bought it new 3 years ago. It is quiet and roomy inside and the engine is very powerful. The ride is smooth and it has an impressive turning radius in parking lots. Though the rated gas mileage isn't great it actual gets the rated mileage unlike our Honda.
The main cons of this vehicle are the body trim. Several small plastic pieces have come off or loose since we first got it. The trim around the license plate also needed to be replaced. This is a combination of poor interior design and poor assembly. This is one place that import do seem to be better than American cars. The warrantee replaced everything for free but it should have been unnecessary.
I would also like to note that recently I had my first emergency evasion maneuver in this truck and I was not disappointed. The anti-lock brakes engaged and I was able to steer around the distressed car in front of me at about 45 mph. This surprised me because this truck does feel heavy and braking could be better.
The engine is a prime selling point of this truck as many believe the 4.2 liter inline is one of the best Chevy engine designs. They took an old reliable engine and added new technology to it to make it incredibly powerful yet quiet.
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