2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer at Webb Chevy Plainfield: Features, Specs, AWD, and Trim Guide

The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer arrives at Webb Chevy Plainfield as the right answer for shoppers who need a compact SUV with available AWD, more cargo than a Trax, and the technology suite of a much larger vehicle. This guide walks every trim, the AWD system, real-world performance for Plainfield and Aurora commuters, and how the Trailblazer compares against the Trax sitting one size class below.

Trim Lineup at Webb Chevy Plainfield

The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer ships in five trims at Webb Chevy Plainfield: LS, LT, RS, ACTIV, and RS Sport. LS is the base trim with the 1.2L turbo, an 8-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Chevy Safety Assist standard. LT adds 18-inch alloy wheels, heated front seats, remote start, and an 11-inch infotainment screen.

RS is the sporty-aesthetic trim, adding black exterior trim, dark-finish wheels, sport-tuned suspension, and unique interior accents. ACTIV is the outdoor-aesthetic trim with raised suspension styling, two-tone exterior, copper interior accents, and the upgrade to the 1.3L turbo engine standard. RS Sport is the top trim with leather-appointed seating, ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof, and the 19-inch wheel-and-tire package.

Color choice has been a big driver at Webb Chevy Plainfield through the first half of 2026. The 2026 Trailblazer ships in 10 exterior colors including the new Cypress Gray, Sterling Gray Metallic, and the returning Cacti Green that has become signature for the ACTIV trim.

Engines and AWD

The 2026 Trailblazer offers two engine choices. The 1.2L turbo three-cylinder produces 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque, paired with a CVT automatic in FWD configuration. The 1.3L turbo three-cylinder produces 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 9-speed automatic and available with AWD. The 1.3L is standard on ACTIV and RS Sport and optional on LT and RS.

Trailblazer AWD is an electronic part-time system that engages when traction is needed and decouples for fuel-economy savings during highway cruising. We recommend AWD for any Trailblazer buyer who drives in winter.

Technology and Safety

Every 2026 Trailblazer ships with Chevy Safety Assist standard, including automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, lane-keep assist, following-distance indicator, front pedestrian braking, and IntelliBeam high-beam control. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.

LT and above upgrade to an 11-inch infotainment display and add a 7-inch digital instrument cluster.

Cargo Capacity and Practicality

The 2026 Trailblazer provides 25.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, expanding to 54.4 cubic feet with the rear seats folded flat. Cargo capacity is essentially identical to the Trax that sits one size class smaller but feels more usable because of the Trailblazer’s higher roofline and squarer load floor.

The 60/40 rear bench folds flat and the optional front passenger seat folds forward, creating a long enough load floor to accommodate a 9-foot kayak loaded interior.

Trailblazer vs Trax: Which Is Right for You

Both the Trailblazer and the Trax share the Chevy small-SUV philosophy and the 1.2L turbo engine in entry-level configuration. The Trailblazer is one size class larger, offers AWD, comes with the more powerful 1.3L turbo engine option, and has a slightly higher ride height.

Pick the Trailblazer if you need AWD, want the option of the more powerful engine, or prioritize the more capable styling of the ACTIV trim. Pick the Trax if you do not need AWD and primarily drive in city conditions.

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