2026 Chevrolet Blazer: real cost in California

Cheapest trim, 2LT · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$34,300the advertised price
Drive away$39,651with fees and tax
Loan payment$591/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,207/moeverything, after resale
Car, fees and tax $39,651Insurance $17,126Fuel $18,621Interest and lost return $16,365Maintenance and plates $10,834

$39,651 to drive away + $62,945 to run it for 6 years − $15,680 back at resale = $86,916, or $1,207 a month.

Where the money goes

Drive away$39,651
Running it, 6 yrs+$62,945
Back at resale−$15,680
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$34,300
Feesfreight $1,995 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$2,080
Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$3,271
Fuel13,500 mi a year at 25 MPG
+$18,621
Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,126
Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$8,481
Maintenanceestimate
+$7,932
Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$7,884
Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,902
Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$15,680
True cost $86,916 ÷ 72 months$1,207 a month

The car

Size and space
BodySUV191.9 in long
Seats5
Cargo30.5 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance7.5 in
Engine and fuel
Engine228–308 hp gas, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph5.7–7.4 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy21–25 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 4,500 lb
Tires18"265/60R18
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type

Every trim

All trims: 5 seats.
2LT FWD$34,300$39,651$86,916✓ $1,207/mo1,50025 MPG— No— No
2LT AWD$37,000$42,593$90,910$1,263/mo3,25024 MPG— No✓ Yes
3LT FWD$39,700$45,536$93,454$1,298/mo1,50025 MPG✓ Yes— No
3LT AWD$42,400$48,479$97,262$1,351/mo3,25024 MPG✓ Yes✓ Yes
RS FWD$43,600$49,787$97,837$1,359/mo1,50025 MPG✓ Yes— No
RS 3.6L V6, FWD$45,250$51,585$102,221$1,420/mo4,50022 MPG✓ Yes— No
RS AWD$46,500$52,947$101,862$1,415/mo3,25024 MPG✓ Yes✓ Yes
RS 3.6L V6, AWD$47,500$54,037$105,754$1,469/mo4,50021 MPG✓ Yes✓ Yes
2LTFWD
✓ $1,207/mo
True cost
Sticker $34,300Drive-away $39,6516 yrs $86,916Tows 1,500Fuel use 25 MPGSunroof — NoAWD/4WD — No
2LTAWD
$1,263/mo
True cost
Sticker $37,000Drive-away $42,5936 yrs $90,910Tows 3,250Fuel use 24 MPGSunroof — NoAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
3LTFWD
$1,298/mo
True cost
Sticker $39,700Drive-away $45,5366 yrs $93,454Tows 1,500Fuel use 25 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
3LTAWD
$1,351/mo
True cost
Sticker $42,400Drive-away $48,4796 yrs $97,262Tows 3,250Fuel use 24 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
RSFWD
$1,359/mo
True cost
Sticker $43,600Drive-away $49,7876 yrs $97,837Tows 1,500Fuel use 25 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
RS3.6L V6, FWD
$1,420/mo
True cost
Sticker $45,250Drive-away $51,5856 yrs $102,221Tows 4,500Fuel use 22 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD — No
RSAWD
$1,415/mo
True cost
Sticker $46,500Drive-away $52,9476 yrs $101,862Tows 3,250Fuel use 24 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes
RS3.6L V6, AWD
$1,469/mo
True cost
Sticker $47,500Drive-away $54,0376 yrs $105,754Tows 4,500Fuel use 21 MPGSunroof ✓ YesAWD/4WD ✓ Yes

Features, trim by trim

Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).
Feature
2LT FWD$34,300
2LT AWD$37,000
3LT FWD$39,700
3LT AWD$42,400
RS FWD$43,600
RS 3.6L V6, FWD$45,250
RS AWD$46,500
RS 3.6L V6, AWD$47,500
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
+ $1,225
+ $2,435
+ $1,375
360° camera
+ $2,435
+ $1,375
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
+ $950
Heated rear seats
+ $950
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
+ $1,225
Wireless phone charging
+ $1,225
+ $2,435
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
+ $950
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
+ $2,435
✓ from RS FWD
Premium sound system
+ $2,435
✓ from RS FWD
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓
✓ from RS AWD
Tow hitch included
+ $650
+ $650
+ $650
Sunroof
+ $1,595
Panoramic roof
+ $1,595
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimLane centeringHands-free drivingHeated steering wheelMassaging seatsHead-up displayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)
Full standard equipment on the 2LT 2LT FWD (109 items)
  • 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder engine
  • HD Rear Vision Camera
  • Heated driver and front passenger seats
  • Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus system with 10.2" diagonal HD color touch-screen
  • Driver Confidence Package
  • Available Midnight/Sport Edition
  • Chevy Safety Assist
  • 9-speed automatic transmission for 2.0L Turbo engine
  • 3.47 axle ratio
  • Automatic Stop/Start
  • Automatic Stop/Start disable switch
  • Engine air filtration monitor
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Driver Mode Selector
  • 170-amp alternator
  • GVWR, 6001 lbs. (2722 kg)
  • Ride and Handling suspension
  • 4-wheel antilock disc brakes
  • Electronic parking brake
  • Road emergency tool kit
  • Capless fuel fill
  • Dual-outlet exhaust with circular bright tips
  • 18" Grazen Metallic aluminum wheels
  • 18" 265/60R18 all-season blackwall tires
  • 18" spare steel wheel
  • 18" compact spare tire
  • Lower bodyside moldings
  • Antenna, body-color
  • Blazer signature grille
  • Active Aero Grille Shutters
  • IntelliBeam
  • LED headlamps
  • Automatic on/off headlamps
  • LED tail lamps
  • Heated power outside mirrors
  • Body-color mirror caps
  • Deep-tinted glass
  • Front intermittent wipers
  • Rear intermittent wiper
  • Manual liftgate
  • Body-color door handles
  • 6-speaker audio system
  • SiriusXM with 360L Trial Subscription
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot capable
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto capability for compatible phones
  • Active Noise Cancellation
  • Front bucket seats
  • Seat trim, Premium Cloth
  • 5-passenger seating
  • 8-way power driver seat
  • 4-way manual front passenger seat
  • Power driver seat lumbar control
  • 2-way adjustable front head restraints
  • 2-way adjustable rear head restraints
  • USB data ports
  • Charging-only USB ports
  • Floor mats, front and rear deluxe carpeted
  • Steering wheel, urethane
  • Manual tilt and telescoping steering column
  • 4.2" diagonal color Driver Information Center
  • Vehicle health management
  • Digital compass
  • Power windows
  • Power door locks
  • Keyless Open and Start
  • Remote Start
  • Cruise control
  • Theft-deterrent unauthorized entry system
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Sensor, cabin humidity and windshield temperature
  • Rear window defogger
  • Air filtration system
  • Rear air vents
  • Glovebox
  • Cupholders
  • Inside rearview manual day/night mirror
  • Driver and front passenger visors with illuminated mirrors
  • Assist handles
  • Interior lighting
  • Umbrella holders
  • 1 Scheduled Maintenance Visit 1
  • Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty 1
  • Corrosion Limited Warranty 1
  • Powertrain/Drivetrain Limited Warranty 1
  • Roadside Assistance Program and Available Courtesy Transportation 1
  • Front Pedestrian Braking
  • StabiliTrak, electronic stability control system with traction control
  • LED Daytime Running Lamps
  • 7 airbags
  • Front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal outboard passenger airbag (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
  • OnStar services capable
  • OnStar Basics
  • Rear Park Assist
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
  • Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
  • Following Distance Indicator
  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Forward Collision Alert
  • Rear Seat Reminder
  • Buckle to Drive
  • Seat belts, all seating positions
  • Rear child security door locks
  • LATCH System
  • Teen Driver
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Tire Fill Alert
  • Horn, dual-note

Recalls

2 NHTSA recalls for 2024 to 2026 Blazer models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.

Quick answers
How much is a 2026 Blazer in California?
$39,651 to drive away for the 2LT, from a $34,300 sticker.
What does it cost a month?
A $591 loan payment, about $1,238 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,207 a month all in, after resale.
How much can it tow?
From 1,500 lb to 4,500 lb, depending on the trim.

Colors

Summit WhiteBlackHabanero OrangeRiptide Blue MetallicSterling Gray MetallicRadiant Red Tintcoat+$495

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