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Chevrolet Trailblazer II 3.6 V6 (236 Hp) 4WD Automatic
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Chevrolet Trailblazer:
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II Overview:
Chevrolet Trailblazer (II). With 329 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2035 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
This generation of the Chevrolet Trailblazer II was not officially tested by Euro NCAP.
3.6 V6 (236 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.6L V6 LFX engine provides strong, reliable power suitable for highway cruising, towing, and general SUV duties. While not a performance leader, it offers adequate acceleration for its size.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption at 12.2 l/100 km is typical for a large, naturally aspirated V6 SUV of this era, but it is not particularly efficient by modern standards, especially in urban driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust body-on-frame construction
- • Spacious 7-seater interior and large cargo capacity
- • Strong V6 engine suitable for towing
- • Good ground clearance and off-road capability (4WD models)
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption from the V6 engine
- • Interior quality might feel dated compared to car-based SUVs
- • Ride comfort can be truck-like on rough roads
- • Limited advanced safety features for its time
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2006 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Trailblazer |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 V6 (236 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 236 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66.2 Hp/l [401mm less] |
| Torque: | 329 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LFX More details about the engine LFX |
| Engine displacement: | 3564 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 12.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.6 kg/Hp, 116 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 161.7 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2035 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1830 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 235 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 22° |
| Length: | 4878 mm [401mm less] |
| Width: | 1902 mm [7mm more] |
| Height: | 1848 mm [109mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2845 mm [432mm less] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2132 mm |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1588 mm |
| Front overhang: | 948 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1085 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220-232 mm |
| Approach angle: | 31-32° |
| Departure angle: | 22° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/70 R16; 265/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7.5J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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