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  • 2dr
    Starts at
    $18,470
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 2dr LS
    Starts at
    $18,470
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
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    Gas V6
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 2dr 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $21,470
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    4
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    Gas V6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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  • 2dr 4WD
    Starts at
    $21,470
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    4
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    Gas V6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr
    Starts at
    $23,670
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 4WD
    Starts at
    $25,670
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr LS
    Starts at
    $27,270
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    6
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    Gas V6
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $29,270
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    6
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    Gas V6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr LT
    Starts at
    $29,470
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Trailblazer
    Starts at
    $30,670
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 4WD LT
    Starts at
    $31,470
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 4WD Trailblazer
    Starts at
    $32,870
    16 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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    Gas V6
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    Four Wheel Drive
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Expert 1999 Chevrolet Blazer review

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I like the 1999 Chevrolet TrailBlazer so much that I’ve put it on my own new-vehicle shopping list. The reasons are many. But the biggest is that it is one of the few sport-utility models I can drive without embarrassment.

Ditto the TrailBlazer’s cousin, the 1999 GMC Envoy. The vehicles are the upscale relatives of the Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Jimmy, respectively.

But though they come from the better side of the tracks, neither the TrailBlazer nor the Envoy comes with a nouveau riche attitude. They are conservatively, pleasantly styled truck-wagons that are more wagon than truck–especially in the case of the TrailBlazer, which, like its less expensive siblings, continues to be offered in two-wheel and four-wheel drive. The Envoy is sold in four-wheel-drive only.

There is something refreshingly sensible about this. Most sport-utility models on U.S. roads today are used the way station wagons were employed two decades ago–to haul lots of stuff and about five people. Yet many current sport-utes are over-engineered for typical use. They are designed to go off-road, climb mountains. Some come with steel brush-guards, perhaps to protect their bodies from scrapes with other vehicles in untamed parking lots.

It’s nutty stuff, and I don’t want any part of it. What I want is a hauler and runner. And because I like nice things, I want it to have certain amenities, such as leather seats and maybe Zebrano wood paneling, and a nice stereo and some gadgets, such as a navigational system, to satisfy my gizmo craving.

And I want it all in a package that does not look as if I have more money than common sense. Being a goofball is one thing, but signaling your goofiness to the rest of the world is quite another. The TrailBlazer’s elegantly simple exterior of clean lines and rounded corners helps to keep such shortcomings private.

Functionally, both the TrailBlazer and Envoy are every bit as competent as, say, the Land Rover Discovery Series II in daily use–commuting, hauling, long-distance on-road driving.

General Motors Corp., which makes the TrailBlazer and Envoy, would like to argue that those models also are a match for the Discovery Series II in off-road driving. But that’s baloney. The TrailBlazer and Envoy do okay in modest off-road conditions. But Land Rover is king in the rough.

Still, the point is that most people don’t buy sport-utes to go on safari, which means that the Discovery II and vehicles of similar rock-crawling engineering are a waste of money and performance potential. I mean, it’s embarrassing to be rolling around in one of those things without lots of mud on the flaps, and without dents, dings and scrapes on the body panels.

Put another way, the amount of waste on a rough-tough sport-ute is inversely proportional to the absence of surface body damage to that vehicle.

So, make mine the TrailBlazer, preferably in the less-expensive two-wheel-drive mode. It might not be much off-road. But who cares? To me, d riving in the dust and mud is just another version of yard work.

1999 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy

Complaints: I like amenities, but I loathe the electronically controlled, memory adjustable driver’s seat in the tested four-wheel-drive TrailBlazer. Such seats seem to always be out of position, partly because garage attendants tend to fool around with the memory input buttons. Simple power or manually adjustable seats would be better.

Praise: Excellent overall build quality in both the TrailBlazer and Envoy. Also, both models have simple, effective, easy-to-use, push-button Autotrac four-wheel-drive systems, which also include a four-wheel low gear for driving through mud or deep snow.

Head-turning quotient: Classic lines, classic beauties.

Ride, acceleration and handling: Smooth ride for both the TrailBlazer and Envoy. Excellent acceleration. Very good handling in both models, assuming that they are driven within the boundaries of common sense.

Brakin g is good. Both the TrailBlazer and Envoy use power four-wheel discs with standard, four-wheel anti-locks.

Drivetrain: Both the TrailBlazer and Envoy use GM’s Vortec 4.3-liter V-6 engineered to produce 190 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 250 pound-feet of torque at 2,800 rpm. An electronically controlled, four-speed automatic transmission is standard in both models.

Capacities: Both models seat five people and can be equipped to tow trailers weighing up to 5,000 pounds. (That’s up to 5,500 pounds for the two-wheel-drive TrailBlazer.)

Cargo volume with rear seat up is 30.2 cubic feet and 66.9 cubic feet with rear seat down. Fuel capacity is 18 gallons of regular unleaded gasoline.

Mileage: In lightly loaded condition, mileage worked out to about 18 miles per gallon for an estimated range of 324 miles in both the TrailBlazer and Envoy.

Prices: Base price on the TrailBlazer is $32,770; dealer’s invoice is $29,657; price as tested is $34,695, including $1,400 in options and a $525 destination charge. Base price on the GMC Envoy is $33,600 and dealer’s invoice is $30,408. Price as tested is $35,480, including $1,355 in options and a $525 destination charge.

Purse-strings note: The regular Chevrolet Blazer (as opposed to “TrailBlazer”) and GMC Jimmy are cheaper–and essentially the same vehicles. Compare TrailBlazer and Envoy with Land Rover Discovery II, Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Jeep Grand Cherolet, Toyota 4-Runner, Isuzu Trooper/Acura SLX.

1999 Chevrolet Blazer review: Our expert's take
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I like the 1999 Chevrolet TrailBlazer so much that I’ve put it on my own new-vehicle shopping list. The reasons are many. But the biggest is that it is one of the few sport-utility models I can drive without embarrassment.

Ditto the TrailBlazer’s cousin, the 1999 GMC Envoy. The vehicles are the upscale relatives of the Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Jimmy, respectively.

But though they come from the better side of the tracks, neither the TrailBlazer nor the Envoy comes with a nouveau riche attitude. They are conservatively, pleasantly styled truck-wagons that are more wagon than truck–especially in the case of the TrailBlazer, which, like its less expensive siblings, continues to be offered in two-wheel and four-wheel drive. The Envoy is sold in four-wheel-drive only.

There is something refreshingly sensible about this. Most sport-utility models on U.S. roads today are used the way station wagons were employed two decades ago–to haul lots of stuff and about five people. Yet many current sport-utes are over-engineered for typical use. They are designed to go off-road, climb mountains. Some come with steel brush-guards, perhaps to protect their bodies from scrapes with other vehicles in untamed parking lots.

It’s nutty stuff, and I don’t want any part of it. What I want is a hauler and runner. And because I like nice things, I want it to have certain amenities, such as leather seats and maybe Zebrano wood paneling, and a nice stereo and some gadgets, such as a navigational system, to satisfy my gizmo craving.

And I want it all in a package that does not look as if I have more money than common sense. Being a goofball is one thing, but signaling your goofiness to the rest of the world is quite another. The TrailBlazer’s elegantly simple exterior of clean lines and rounded corners helps to keep such shortcomings private.

Functionally, both the TrailBlazer and Envoy are every bit as competent as, say, the Land Rover Discovery Series II in daily use–commuting, hauling, long-distance on-road driving.

General Motors Corp., which makes the TrailBlazer and Envoy, would like to argue that those models also are a match for the Discovery Series II in off-road driving. But that’s baloney. The TrailBlazer and Envoy do okay in modest off-road conditions. But Land Rover is king in the rough.

Still, the point is that most people don’t buy sport-utes to go on safari, which means that the Discovery II and vehicles of similar rock-crawling engineering are a waste of money and performance potential. I mean, it’s embarrassing to be rolling around in one of those things without lots of mud on the flaps, and without dents, dings and scrapes on the body panels.

Put another way, the amount of waste on a rough-tough sport-ute is inversely proportional to the absence of surface body damage to that vehicle.

So, make mine the TrailBlazer, preferably in the less-expensive two-wheel-drive mode. It might not be much off-road. But who cares? To me, d riving in the dust and mud is just another version of yard work.

1999 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and GMC Envoy

Complaints: I like amenities, but I loathe the electronically controlled, memory adjustable driver’s seat in the tested four-wheel-drive TrailBlazer. Such seats seem to always be out of position, partly because garage attendants tend to fool around with the memory input buttons. Simple power or manually adjustable seats would be better.

Praise: Excellent overall build quality in both the TrailBlazer and Envoy. Also, both models have simple, effective, easy-to-use, push-button Autotrac four-wheel-drive systems, which also include a four-wheel low gear for driving through mud or deep snow.

Head-turning quotient: Classic lines, classic beauties.

Ride, acceleration and handling: Smooth ride for both the TrailBlazer and Envoy. Excellent acceleration. Very good handling in both models, assuming that they are driven within the boundaries of common sense.

Brakin g is good. Both the TrailBlazer and Envoy use power four-wheel discs with standard, four-wheel anti-locks.

Drivetrain: Both the TrailBlazer and Envoy use GM’s Vortec 4.3-liter V-6 engineered to produce 190 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 250 pound-feet of torque at 2,800 rpm. An electronically controlled, four-speed automatic transmission is standard in both models.

Capacities: Both models seat five people and can be equipped to tow trailers weighing up to 5,000 pounds. (That’s up to 5,500 pounds for the two-wheel-drive TrailBlazer.)

Cargo volume with rear seat up is 30.2 cubic feet and 66.9 cubic feet with rear seat down. Fuel capacity is 18 gallons of regular unleaded gasoline.

Mileage: In lightly loaded condition, mileage worked out to about 18 miles per gallon for an estimated range of 324 miles in both the TrailBlazer and Envoy.

Prices: Base price on the TrailBlazer is $32,770; dealer’s invoice is $29,657; price as tested is $34,695, including $1,400 in options and a $525 destination charge. Base price on the GMC Envoy is $33,600 and dealer’s invoice is $30,408. Price as tested is $35,480, including $1,355 in options and a $525 destination charge.

Purse-strings note: The regular Chevrolet Blazer (as opposed to “TrailBlazer”) and GMC Jimmy are cheaper–and essentially the same vehicles. Compare TrailBlazer and Envoy with Land Rover Discovery II, Dodge Durango, Ford Explorer, Jeep Grand Cherolet, Toyota 4-Runner, Isuzu Trooper/Acura SLX.

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.2 / 5
Based on 21 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.2
Value 4.1
Exterior 4.2
Reliability 4.1

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  • Great car

    I've owned my 99 Blazer for quite a while I've never had a car that's been so reliable it's always started up and got me everywhere I wanted to go I'm a bigger guy but it's still pretty comfortable it's fairly easy to work on I'm very tough I'm actually pretty impressed I'm going on almost 300,000 miles and I'm still going very strong
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Owned for 17 years, still going strong. Over220,00

    Great solid vehicle!! Has a real frame and suspension. Engine original and runs great. Interior is leather and very comfortable. Quiet and pleasure to drive.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Worth every cent!!

    I have owned this car for three year and it has beaten the cold and breezes through the heat! Dual power seats! 4X4! Heat! A/C! Room for 5 and cargo to boot! No, seriously! I love this SUV!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Amazingly designed SUV with plenty of features

    I love this car a lot though I have a few complaints. If you are tall, expect it to be a little tight, I have my seat set as far back as I can and tipped back slightly yet my head still brushed the ceiling. At 219,000 miles the heat is going out and the 4wd is loud though it is good for the age. It is great for the winter and the high ground clearance makes it excellent for tougher terrain as well but it does make it a little tippy. The engine is very sporty and accelerates quick.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • nice suv for the money

    overall reliable vehicle in pretty good shape. is a newer model than i had and in better shape. also less miles . interior is in good shape.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • GREAT

    LOVE IT-GOES ANYWHERE WHENEVER I NEED IT. GOOD FOR COLLEGE KIDS IN ANY ART OF AMERICA. HAULS LOTS OF STUFF ALSO AND CAN TOW A TRAILER
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • 99 Blazer lt

    Got a 99 blazer and love it. had to replace tranny, water pump and radiator then did and oil change and new filters. also new tires but it drives and runs smooth love the feal and heaight perfect size. great vehicle no complaints
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Very reliable

    I like how this Blazer drives. I like sitting up higher than a standard car. I love the sunroof. I like the back area with the cover that pulls out to conceal my belongings. It is just the right size for me, not too big or small. All controls are easy to find and access.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Do NOT buy this CAR!

    I went and looked at this SUV. It was not cleaned out at all. A lot on it dose not work. Then when it was time to buy this SUV the dealer came back with a price that was more then double the listed price. Not worth over $1000 and they total was around $2800. Do NOT but this suv!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Good/bad

    It's a great car but when I bought it their was different size tires all the way around none of them matched. The pictures on the Internet did not match the car I bought the grill was broke the back bumper was also broke both I had to replace but rather then that I love it
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Not so reliable

    My truck was purchased used about 4 months ago and it has been parked or in a repair shop most of that time. I have replaced a fuel pump, starter, brake line, and have more maintenance to do. My biggest headache is that after the first two weeks, it does not start. No one seems to be able to find the trouble. I have it towed, it gets started, I take it home and the next morning nothing but click, click. Mind you I do like the look of the vehicle. When it runs I like the ride it gives.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • Not a good car

    My aunt bought a 95 blazer new in 94 or 95. it broke down for her every now and then. my aunt gave the car to my parents in 01 with like 60k miles on it. right when they got it, it needed a new muffler then later the transmission gave out. over the 5 years my mom drove that car it went threw 5 mufflers. the fuel injector needed to be replaced in 07 which cost $950 only for the transmission to give out again in 2008.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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What trim levels are available for the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer?

The 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is available in 4 trim levels:

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  • LS (4 styles)
  • LT (2 styles)
  • Trailblazer (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer?

The 1999 Chevrolet Blazer offers up to 16 MPG in city driving and 21 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?

The 1999 Chevrolet Blazer has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1999 Chevrolet Blazer owners.

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. 85.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 21 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 4.2
  • Reliability: 4.1

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