Facts & Figures
Exterior DimensionsCargo MeasurementFuelFacts & Figures
Exterior DimensionsCargo MeasurementFuelReliability History Reliability History
Trouble
SpotsTrouble
SpotsNEW CAR
PREDICTIONNEW CAR
PREDICTIONEngine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Transmission Major
Transmission Minor
Drive System
Fuel System
Electrical
Climate System
Suspension
Brakes
Exhaust
Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
Body Hardware
Power Equipment
In-Car Electronics
USED CAR
VERDICTSEngine Major
Engine Minor
Engine Cooling
Transmission Major
Transmission Minor
Drive System
Fuel System
Electrical
Climate System
Suspension
Brakes
Exhaust
Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
Body Hardware
Power Equipment
In-Car Electronics
USED CAR
VERDICTS82 NEW CARS CR.ORG/CARS!
RECOMMENDED1 2 3 4 5
WORSE BETTERChevrolet Blazer
Chevrolet has resurrected the Blazer name for an all-new SUV that
slots between the compact Equinox and three-row Traverse. This mid-
sized crossover model takes aim at the Ford Edge and Nissan Murano,
five-passenger midsized SUVs that focus more on styling and luxury
and less on utility. The base 193-hp four-cylinder engine only comes on
front-drive versions. The AWD ones get a 305-hp V6. The Blazer rides
and handles well, it’s quiet, and the V6’s power delivery is smooth.
Controls are easy to use but the low dash vents hurt air distribution.
For advanced safety features beyond blind spot and rear cross traffic
warning, buyers have to pick an expensive option package that’s only
available on the high-end versions. That brings automatic emergency
braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and lane
keeping assist but doing so bumps the price considerably.Overall Score 67
Predicted Reliability 02
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 83
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.Base Price: $28,800-$45,600
Body Styles: 4-door SUV
Trim Lines: Cloth, L, Leather, Premier,
RS
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.5-liter 4 (193 hp); 3.6-liter
V6 (305 hp)
Transmissions: 9-speed automaticLength (in.)..................... 191
Width (in.) ......................77
Height (in.) ......................67
Wheelbase (in.) ................. 113
Weight (lb.) ..................4,235
% weight front/rear .......... 60/40Max. Load (lb.) ............... 1,705
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............. 34.5
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........4,500Regular
CR overall mpg ..................19 Worse than average16 17 1802
Cadillac XTS
This large sedan has a beautifully executed interior, perfect for limo
duty. The XTS is roomy, luxurious, and quiet inside, with comfort-
able seats. It comes as either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. But
the ride feels too ordinary for a luxury car, and handling isn’t sporty.
The 3.6-liter V6 engine lacks finesse, mostly because of its coarse
sound when prodded. Still, it ultimately performs well and returned
a respectable 22 mpg overall when we tested it with the six-speed
automatic transmission. The unintuitive Cue infotainment system is
frustrating to use, and the high rear deck impedes the view out the
back. A V-Sport version with a twin-turbo, 3.6-liter engine gives the
XTS V8-like power. The XTS will go out of production this year.Overall Score 73
Predicted Reliability 03
Owner Satisfaction 03
Road-Test Score 82
Front-Crash Prevention Opt.Base Price: $46,795-$72,995
Body Styles: sedan
Trim Lines: Luxury, Platinum, Pre-
mium Luxury, Standard, Vsport
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 3.6-liter V6 (304 hp); 3.6-
liter V6 turbo (410 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed automaticLength (in.).................... .202
Width (in.) ......................73
Height (in.) ......................59
Wheelbase (in.) ................. 112
Weight (lb.) ..................4,090
% weight front/rear ...........59/41Max. Load (lb.) .................925
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 18
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........1,000Regular or premium
CR overall mpg ..................22 Average(^0505)
05 05
(^0505)
(^0305)
04 02
(^0405)
(^0505)
05 05
(^0405)
(^0503)
(^0505)
(^0505)
05 05
(^0403)
(^0405)
02 04
(^0104) *
03 03
16 17 18
30
C