Chevrolet Blazer

With the increasing diversification of Chevrolet’s SUV model lineup notably with the introduction of the TrailBlazer, the long lived Blazer has been trimmed from five chassis packages (at its 1995 makeover) down to two for 2002. In part, this simplification is to make room in Chevy’s expanding SUV corral; parts is to offer added content wrapped in a lower sticker price.

A midsize SUV, the Blazer is available in 2 doo (five passenger) configurations. The trim level include only the LS-2 and 4 door models, and the 2 door Xtreme. The upscale LT version is no longer offered, although a leather interior package has been stitched onto the LS option list. Both LS versions can also be purchased with a convenience group that includes cruise control, tilt steering, power door locks and windows, and remote heated sideview mirrors.

Autotrac is a nifty 4wd system that engages with the push of a button. It’s automatic, so when activated, it sends power to the front wheels only when added traction is required. Four wheel drive models come with a torsion bar front suspension and anti roll bar, while 2 wheel drive Blazers get an independent unequal length A-arm front end with coil springs. Both models features a live axle with variable rate multileaf springs in back, and ground clearance for each is 7.5 in. combined with its standard 15-in wheels and 4 wheel disc brakes.