CHEVROLET BUYER GUIDE · GRANITE CITY
The 2025 Chevrolet Trailblazer offers two turbocharged three-cylinder engines and distinct FWD and AWD configurations. Those details matter when you compare transmission type, fuel estimates and the way a particular vehicle feels on a test drive. Start with the actual configuration on the listing.
This guide covers 2025 vehicles. Browse used Trailblazer inventory and ask Weber Chevrolet Granite City to confirm the year, engine and drivetrain of the vehicle you want to inspect. A specification for another year or an AWD example should not be applied to a FWD vehicle by assumption.
Chevrolet’s 2025 Trailblazer specifications list a 1.2L Turbo engine with 137 horsepower and 162 lb.-ft. of torque, and an available 1.3L Turbo with 155 horsepower and 174 lb.-ft. of torque. The EPA/DOE 2025 Fuel Economy Guide identifies FWD examples with a continuously variable transmission and AWD with a 9-speed automatic.
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| Configuration | Output | Transmission |
|---|---|---|
| 1.2L Turbo, FWD | 137 hp / 162 lb.-ft. | Continuously variable automatic (CVT) |
| 1.3L Turbo, FWD | 155 hp / 174 lb.-ft. | Continuously variable automatic (CVT) |
| 1.3L Turbo, AWD | 155 hp / 174 lb.-ft. | 9-speed automatic |
The 1.3L engine does not automatically mean a 9-speed transmission: drivetrain matters. Confirm the vehicle’s equipment before arranging a comparison so your test drive answers the right question.
The figures below are EPA estimates for the listed configurations using gasoline. They provide a consistent comparison rather than a promise about your commute. Weather, load, driving and vehicle condition can affect results. The 1.2L flexible-fuel vehicle has separate E85 ratings; do not mix them with the gasoline figures.
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| Configuration | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L FWD | 30 mpg | 31 mpg | 30 mpg |
| 1.3L FWD | 29 mpg | 33 mpg | 31 mpg |
| 1.3L AWD | 26 mpg | 29 mpg | 27 mpg |
Use your expected mileage and a realistic fuel-price assumption when planning ownership costs. Keep the drivetrain that meets your needs in the calculation instead of borrowing the strongest number from a different configuration.
For commuting, try ordinary acceleration, merging where appropriate, and low-speed parking. Evaluate the response and cabin noise on a route relevant to your daily use. If you are comparing FWD and AWD examples, record the tires and trim as well so those differences are not mistaken for engine effects.
Review the drivetrain controls and operating instructions while parked. Ask about any unfamiliar behavior or warning before proceeding. For a used vehicle, the mechanical condition and maintenance history matter alongside the original specifications; a brochure cannot describe how that individual vehicle has been cared for.
Chevrolet’s 2025 Trailering Guide lists a 1,000-pound maximum trailer rating for the documented Trailblazer configurations, with equipment requirements that differ by setup. The 1.2L FWD calls for an accessory hitch and wiring harness; 1.3L FWD requires trailering provisions and an accessory hitch; 1.3L AWD requires an accessory hitch.
Confirm the actual vehicle, the complete loaded trailer and the applicable vehicle limits before towing. Include the people, cargo and hitch load in the review. Having a hitch visible in a photograph does not prove that every requirement is met. Ask the team to help identify the relevant equipment and owner’s-manual information for your intended use.
Save the VIN, engine and drivetrain details and ask for available service records. Discuss any immediate maintenance or tire needs and have unresolved symptoms evaluated. Use the test drive and inspection to compare the vehicle you are buying, rather than relying only on a model’s published output.
For seating and cargo fit, continue to the 2025 Trailblazer interior guide. If you are instead considering a 2026 example, use the separate 2026 performance guide and verify its configuration. Keeping the years distinct makes the research useful when listings from several years appear together.
No. FWD uses a CVT, while AWD uses a 9-speed automatic. Confirm both the engine and drivetrain on the specific vehicle.
The EPA/DOE guide lists 31 mpg combined for the 1.3L FWD configuration. The 1.2L FWD and 1.3L AWD have different estimates, and real-world results vary.
The maximum requires the appropriate equipment and a load within all applicable limits. Confirm the configuration, equipment, loaded trailer and owner’s-manual requirements before towing.
Contact the team with the vehicles you are considering. Confirm availability and the exact configurations, then arrange a suitable test-drive comparison if both are available.
Send the listing or VIN, your required drivetrain and the type of driving you expect. Include trailer details if towing is part of the plan. Weber Chevrolet Granite City can help organize the configuration and condition questions before your visit.
