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Available trims

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  • 2dr LS
    Starts at
    $21,055
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Xtreme
    Starts at
    $23,255
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $24,055
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr LS
    Starts at
    $25,230
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr 4WD LS
    Starts at
    $27,230
    15 City / 19 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Available Autotrac 4WD
Sporty Xtreme model
Six-passenger capacity
Optional ZR2 Off-Road Package

The good & the bad

The good

Proven powertrain
Manageable size
Easy to drive

The bad

Aging design
Trucklike experience
Crash-test ratings
Low resale value

Expert 2004 Chevrolet Blazer review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
By Cars.com editors
Full article
our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Even after launching its new TrailBlazer midsize sport utility vehicle for the 2002 model year, Chevrolet chose to keep the smaller, prior-generation Blazer in its lineup. The TrailBlazer name was previously used on higher-end Blazers. When GMC introduced the midsize Envoy in 2002, it decided to drop the Jimmy, which was that company’s equivalent of the Blazer.

In size and price, the compact Chevrolet Blazer falls between the company’s subcompact Tracker and midsize TrailBlazer SUVs. Marketing Director Russ Clark acknowledged the Blazer’s revised role and noted that “we have repackaged option groups to provide Blazer buyers with everything they could want in a compact while also offering them a lower price range.”

The Blazer comes in two-door and four-door LS forms, as well as a two-door Xtreme model. A ZR2 Wide-Stance Offroad Performance Package for four-wheel-drive two-door models features a 3.9-inch wider track width, P265/75R15 on/offroad tires and Bilstein shock absorbers, as well as other heavy-duty components.

Four-door Blazers can have optional Autotrac four-wheel drive and optional steering-wheel radio controls. A deluxe overhead console features a HomeLink security system.

Exterior
The four-door Blazer rides a 107-inch wheelbase and measures 183.3 inches long overall — that’s 6.5 inches longer in both dimensions than the two-door model. Each body style is available with either a swing-up liftgate or a drop-down tailgate. The rear window opens separately from the liftgate and flips up on all body styles.

Five-spoke 15-inch aluminum wheels are standard on the basic LS model, while the Xtreme gets 16-inch rubber on deep-dish alloy wheels. The sporty low-rider Xtreme features a lowered sport suspension and an aggressive exterior with flared fenders, lower bodyside cladding, deep-tinted windows, fog lamps and a body-colored grille.

Interior
Five or six people fit into the Blazer, which depends on the model. Four-door Blazers have split front and rear bench seats for a six-passenger capacity. Front buckets and a split, folding rear bench are standard in all two-door Blazers, including the Xtreme version. Four-door Blazers have a roomier rear seat and more cargo space than the two-door versions. A floor-mounted automatic-transmission gearshift lever is standard in two-door Blazers. Available audio systems include an in-dash six-CD changer.

Under the Hood
A 190-horsepower, 4.3-liter V-6 is the sole Blazer engine. A standard five-speed manual and optional four-speed-automatic transmission are available on two-door models; the automatic is standard on four-door models. Two four-wheel-drive systems are available. Pushing a dashboard button on the 4×4 LS engages the Insta-Trac four-wheel-drive system. The Autotrac system, which is now available on both two-door and four-door Blazers, automatically engages when additional traction is needed.

Safety
Antilock brakes are standard. An optional automatic door-lock feature allows the driver to set the locking and unlocking preferences.

Driving Impressions
Even if they couldn’t quite reach above the SUV pack, Blazers continue to deliver an appealing blend of comfort, performance and handling. Owners can expect a reasonably quiet ride, handling that at least matches most of its competitors and better-than-adequate acceleration. The Blazer is unabashedly trucklike, but that doesn’t seriously interfere with the compact SUV’s practical virtues and easygoing personality.

 

Reported by Jim Flammang  for cars.com;
Posted on 8/27/03

2004 Chevrolet Blazer review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Even after launching its new TrailBlazer midsize sport utility vehicle for the 2002 model year, Chevrolet chose to keep the smaller, prior-generation Blazer in its lineup. The TrailBlazer name was previously used on higher-end Blazers. When GMC introduced the midsize Envoy in 2002, it decided to drop the Jimmy, which was that company’s equivalent of the Blazer.

In size and price, the compact Chevrolet Blazer falls between the company’s subcompact Tracker and midsize TrailBlazer SUVs. Marketing Director Russ Clark acknowledged the Blazer’s revised role and noted that “we have repackaged option groups to provide Blazer buyers with everything they could want in a compact while also offering them a lower price range.”

The Blazer comes in two-door and four-door LS forms, as well as a two-door Xtreme model. A ZR2 Wide-Stance Offroad Performance Package for four-wheel-drive two-door models features a 3.9-inch wider track width, P265/75R15 on/offroad tires and Bilstein shock absorbers, as well as other heavy-duty components.

Four-door Blazers can have optional Autotrac four-wheel drive and optional steering-wheel radio controls. A deluxe overhead console features a HomeLink security system.

Exterior
The four-door Blazer rides a 107-inch wheelbase and measures 183.3 inches long overall — that’s 6.5 inches longer in both dimensions than the two-door model. Each body style is available with either a swing-up liftgate or a drop-down tailgate. The rear window opens separately from the liftgate and flips up on all body styles.

Five-spoke 15-inch aluminum wheels are standard on the basic LS model, while the Xtreme gets 16-inch rubber on deep-dish alloy wheels. The sporty low-rider Xtreme features a lowered sport suspension and an aggressive exterior with flared fenders, lower bodyside cladding, deep-tinted windows, fog lamps and a body-colored grille.

Interior
Five or six people fit into the Blazer, which depends on the model. Four-door Blazers have split front and rear bench seats for a six-passenger capacity. Front buckets and a split, folding rear bench are standard in all two-door Blazers, including the Xtreme version. Four-door Blazers have a roomier rear seat and more cargo space than the two-door versions. A floor-mounted automatic-transmission gearshift lever is standard in two-door Blazers. Available audio systems include an in-dash six-CD changer.

Under the Hood
A 190-horsepower, 4.3-liter V-6 is the sole Blazer engine. A standard five-speed manual and optional four-speed-automatic transmission are available on two-door models; the automatic is standard on four-door models. Two four-wheel-drive systems are available. Pushing a dashboard button on the 4×4 LS engages the Insta-Trac four-wheel-drive system. The Autotrac system, which is now available on both two-door and four-door Blazers, automatically engages when additional traction is needed.

Safety
Antilock brakes are standard. An optional automatic door-lock feature allows the driver to set the locking and unlocking preferences.

Driving Impressions
Even if they couldn’t quite reach above the SUV pack, Blazers continue to deliver an appealing blend of comfort, performance and handling. Owners can expect a reasonably quiet ride, handling that at least matches most of its competitors and better-than-adequate acceleration. The Blazer is unabashedly trucklike, but that doesn’t seriously interfere with the compact SUV’s practical virtues and easygoing personality.

 

Reported by Jim Flammang  for cars.com;
Posted on 8/27/03

Safety review

Based on the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
3/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 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 18 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.0
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.3

Most recent

  • Best Car Ever For Me

    I have owned a 1997, 2001, and 2004 Chevy Blazer 4WD. For my size and driving style, this is the most perfect vehicle ever manufactured!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Very great.

    Roomy back seat and great winter handling. Great on gas, i get 26 mpg on the highway in the summer. Has leather and/or cloth seats, both are great.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
    5 people out of 7 found this review helpful. Did you?
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  • Best Summer and Snow vehicle

    Four wheel drive gets you home safe when the snow falls. Room for shopping and traveling or camping trips. Comfortable and confident driving SUV, my teenage dream car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • 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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  • One of the Most Reliable Vehicles I've Owned

    This vehicle met all of my expectations for being a Chevy SUV. Handled great during the winter time and was great for going off road in the summer. Would definitely recommend for a small family or new driver.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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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  • Reliable strong in the bad weather

    Good small 4x4 reliable average mileage spacious. Good run around car. Easy to manage and park. Good in the snow goes right through it. Feel safe in the snow driving it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Gets the Job Done: At a Cost

    The mileage is terrible and it isn't even a very large SUV. It gets about 8 mph city and 13mpg highway. It is really comfy to drive though.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • Runs great!!

    Very reliable!! Have 2 other cars. No longer needed. 3 new tires. The ball joint on both front wheels have been repaired. New car mats and new seat front seat covers. Back seat like new. Only a few times a person has sat on.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Quick & easy process

    I found this Blazer 4.5 hours away from where we live. I am currently serving overseas in the military, with a POA my parents were able to complete the process for me. The dealership helping and making the progress extremely easy. The condition of the vehicle was exactly like listed. Happy buy!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • 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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  • Most reliable car I've own

    Very good car 2nd owner previous owner did not maintain well but I put the money in to get it running great n now for last year runs like a new car
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • The best car I've had so far!

    That you for putting this on here...... it has helped me so much over the year..... i really like it. Thank you!!!!!!!!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • 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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  • Just financed a 2004 Chevrolet Blazer Zr2 (115K)

    Nice looking truck. The ride feels big, solid and comfortable, seems like a safe vehicle. You feel up off the ground a good distance too when your driving, which I like. Plenty of room for 4 adults and lots of cargo space. Ample motor power from the dependable 4.3L V6. The dealership I bought from in Bridgeport NY (nice guys) put her up on a lift for me and the frame was still in good shape too (salted roads in NY). All in all I'm happy with my purchase. The power mirrors don't work which is no biggie (I adjusted them manually) and the fuel pump whines (high pitched noise) but my buddy tells me his S-10 was like that too (a typical trait). It's hard too see out the rear view mirror due to the spare tire, but that beats having to store it inside the vehicle. In time I'll buy new tires so they are all matching but that's something I don't mind doing cause it's always nice when you get fresh rubber on your truck. All in all I would recommend buying a Chevy Blazer to others. Use your internet resources to check dealership reviews like I did and and you will find some one reputable to do business also. Good luck !
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Good 4x4

    Great car for the price. Was surprised to get a very good deal from a dealer. Got a 4x4 Blazer. Needed it for winter weather. Really like it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer?

The 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is available in 2 trim levels:

  • LS (4 styles)
  • Xtreme (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer?

The 2004 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.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer?

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Is the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer reliable?

The 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has an average reliability rating of 4.3 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Chevrolet Blazer owners.

Is the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. 83.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.0
  • Reliability: 4.3

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