The Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2003 model 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer s 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 Chevy's full-size SUVs. The Chevrolet TrailBlazer offers rear-wheel drive with available traction control or GM's Autotrac 4WD that can be left engaged on dry pavement and includes low-range gearing. Finally, 5-seat models get a 22-gal fuel tank (up from 18.7) during the model year 2003.

For 2004, the Chevrolet TrailBlazer rolls in with a number of new features. It has new wheels, more options, new exterior colors and new interior fabric changes. As with last year, the 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer are also offered as a special North Face Edition, a must for true outdoor enthusiasts. The sole power train for both LS and LT Chevrolet TrailBlazer models is a 4.2-liter inline Vortec 6-cylinder engine. Mated to a standard 4-speed automatic transmission, it can produce 275 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 275 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. There is nothing surprising about the fact that 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer can be fitted with both two-wheel drive configurations and four-wheel drive configurations. What may be surprising is the SUV's handling ability, which is in part due to its hydraulically assisted power rack-and-pinion steering.

Here's a tip to help you enjoy your 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer for years to come. Note; death rates for nighttime driving are 4 times higher than daytime driving. Slow down and leave wider space cushions between you and other drivers when you encounter bad weather, narrow twisting roads or low light conditions.

Compare the Chevrolet's new Trailblazer with the SRX, Liberty and last years 2003 Explorer.

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