2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 City / 21 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
270
Seats
5 -7
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Brook H
It is spacious for my family only.
I love the four wheel drive, it runs very well for minimum upkeep. Nothing major has ever went out in the 3 years that I have owned it, good gas mileage for there type of vehicle.
accountCircle Andrew S
The best part I like about the Trailblazer is the perfect blend of horsepower.
The vehicle is great overall. There is plenty of room for a small family. I find the ride to be very comfortable. I have not had too many issues, long as the standard maintenance is up to date you should never have a problem. Overall the Trailblazer is a good choice in my thought.
accountCircle Unique W
Long lasting Chevy trailblazer
My vehicle been running since 2002. It's been taking on a bunch of road trips and the only problems I ever have with it is the problems anybody would have with the car. I've had to get new batteries and change the breaks and stuff like that. Nothing major has happen to my truck since I've had it. As long as you get the regular tune ups, oil changes and everything else you'll be good.
accountCircle issa S
Best family car, durable, reliable, and safe
This car is really good for a large family. I have 5 people in my family and it is extremely comfortable for us. It is very reliable and has only once failed us, not many problems, very long lasting. It is very powerful and very good for the snow because of its 4 wheel drive
accountCircle Terri A
Spacious area for 5 people in family.
I like the color, the interior, the look, the style. I like just about everything about it. I like how roomy it is.
accountCircle Jennifer B
Great ride with good perks
The radio stopped working. The am works but not the FM. I can play CDs but nothing in FM. Can't figure it out. Other than that it is a great car. Fuel mileage is great especially for it being an SUV. My child loves the DVD player in the back and it is extremely helpful for long trips. He can pop in a movie and not feel like he's been sitting in a car for too long.
accountCircle Judith M
Trailblazers great for long or short trips.
Great on long trips carries all my family and equipment, good on gas no problems since I bought second hand with low miles no rust and comfortable. Is able to pull travel trailer without problems and enough food for weeks on the road. No other problems have ever stopped my family go to in small trips.
accountCircle Brandon W
It is awesome for driving to and from work and around town.
Good gas mileage. Seats 5. Really no dislikes so far. Just got the vehicle about two weeks ago via trade-in.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Adam G
Trailblazer should be set ablaze
The 2002 Chevrolet trailblazer is extremely cramped. It does not handle the road well at all. Forget driving it on a windy day because if you do attempt it you will likely roll over. The engine has no power. It shouldn't even be considered an SUV. I will never buy another one.
accountCircle Richard E
Out gets me and my gf from point a to point b.
Well it is old and used, It's not a bad vehicle but it does have Its moments..
accountCircle Tammy Q
Heated seats are awesome.
The ac don't work anymore. Driver and passenger front windows wont roll down. Keep getting a service air bag message. I can haul stuff in it pretty well. Most of the time it's an ok car. The seat have heat warmers in them. Also have heated mirrors. We drive it every day. Runs good most of the time.
accountCircle Michelle T
To much is wrong with it and its ok. And it doesn't have a bed.
It's too small for my need. I am a truck type person. Its older then I'd like to have too much is going wrong it. I need third row.
accountCircle Linda J
Has over 130, 000 miles on it and I still drive it.
The car is old and is coming apart. The leather is pulling away from the door. The engine sounds terrible it is a four wheel drive and eats up too much gas what more can I say. The car is falling apart. I have to keep the spare tire in the trunk since the tire holder is broken.
accountCircle Miracle R
Great Car, Nice size for big family, but takes a lot gas
My car is nice. A nice size very spacious. But the gas is a problem. I have to fill it up sometimes twice a week. The radio buttons sometimes stops working a while but it comes back. Other than that it's good the headlights comes on and off automatically so that's a plus. Big trunk space for making groceries. The seatbelt sometimes gets stuck and it feels like it's choking you but every car does that.
accountCircle Mitchell P
You can get good gas mileage as long as you don't have a lead foot
This suv gets around 16 to 17 mpg in the city and can get up to 24 mpg if you're cruising for highway and country miles. They have a slow speedup time first getting going.
accountCircle Chrystal M
Be prepared to invest a lot of money in upkeep
I like the color and the features of it. I don't like that it's not dependable. It's the first and probably last Chevy I'll own.

Chevrolet TrailBlazer Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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LS
270 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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LT
270 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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EXT LT
270 HP 18-18 MPG 7 Seats
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LTZ
270 HP 18-18 MPG 5 Seats
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2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Owner Reviews

4.30
217 Reviews
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5 stars 53%
4 stars 28%
3 stars 16%
2 stars 2%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Steven R on March 25, 2021
My trailblazer is the most reliable vehicle I have ever owned.
The only problem I have with my truck is that the steering wheel has a lot of play. Other then the steering wheel being a bit loose my truck runs great. It drives smooth, air blows nice and cold and is very reliable. Since I've had my truck I havent had to do any major repairs other then buying new tires and replacing the breaks.
accountCircle chris S on March 12, 2021
The SUV Fits my lifestyle
I love the size of the SUV. Everything I need fits in the back. I dislike that the back seats don't fold down all the way. I like the way the car handles on the road.
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Ranks #6 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has an average owner rating of 4.30 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 14 other Midsize SUVs.

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2002 Jeep Wrangler
4.68
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2002 Toyota Highlander
4.48
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2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
4.28

Ranks #4 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has a combined MPG of 20 which ranks it #4 of 14 other Midsize SUVs.

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2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
27 MPG
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2002 Buick Rendezvous
24 MPG
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2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
21 MPG

Is The 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer A Good Car?

Yes it is a good vehicle, but it could have been manufactured and made better. I have had to replace more parts than I can count. Like the transmission, alternator, window motors, etc. Though it is a... Read More
Christian B.
Yes the only issues I have had in the 4 years I've owned it were due to ignoring routine maintenance, it has been a very reliable vehicle
Wendy H.
Yes it is still running and it is 17 years old. I have not had a lot of repairs on this vehicle. Normal tire replacement has been made on I complete frequent oil changes.
Gloria M.
Mine is a good vehicle, yes. A little rough on gas at only 15 mpg but seating for 7 and DVD player everything me and the kids needed and wanted. So I settled on the village
Kathryn W.
Yes, very stable on the road at high speeds. Carries a lot of cargo. Had since new, overall very low maintenance costs.
Tabby R.
I have thoroughly enjoyed being the owner of this great driving vehicle, yes... it is not without its problems, but that is expected when buying use.
Josh T.
Yes it definitely is it has so many great features it runs amazing, I don't have any issues with it at all. It also perfect for long trips or even a trip into the mountains
Joy B.
I love the trailblazer. I want a brand new one just like it. They say they are going to make it again in 2020, I can't wait
Christina A.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer?

No, it is not that reliable. The electrical issues are pretty crazy on this vehicle. Actually, I have to unplug the battery every time I am finished driving it or it will not start and the battery... Read More
Verge C.
The only issues I have had were due to ignoring routine maintenance, it has been a very reliable vehicle
Jessica H.
Very few problems occur on this vehicle. It is a four wheel drive but I rarely take it anywhere other than city driving. Because it is a four wheel it does burn a lot of gas
Sydney L.
Mine does not, however I know people who have had transmission problems out of them. And also electrical problems
Jennifer G.
Very reliable. Have had to do basic work on it, tires, batteries, oil and filter change etc. very few other problems.
Ashley P.
Yes... had to replace the catalytic converter and now the tranny fluid is leaking! I realize that buying a used vehicle that was old with a lot of miles would have issues, but I didn't think they... Read More
Peggy S.
Yes it's very reliable the only issue I had with it is last winter during a bad snow storm where we got 3 feet of snow my 4 wheel drive went out for a short time but when I had stopped and turned it... Read More
Dennis H.
It is fairly reliable. 4 wheel drive won't work when it is cold outside. Transmission shop said they didn't know what is wrong
Karen E.

Is The 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer A Good Value?

It costs about 3 or 4 thousand dollars. If you are a mechanic, it is a good value. If you are not, I recommend you buying a newer or different vehicle.
Megan P.
I paid 3,000 and have not had very much issues, I believe it was a good value. I have not had to put too much into it in the few years that I have owned it.
Valerie F.
I don't remember exactly but I think around 20K but that has been a long time ago. I bought it when I lived in a cold winter state. I now live in a warm climate and I do not need four wheel drive.
Adam P.
A 2002 trailblazers worth 17 years later is still right around 4 thousand dollars. I'm about 2000 into mine. As I bought the truck for 1500 and spent about 500 in maintenance so far. I feel I have a... Read More
Lindsey F.
Costs for the life of the car is very low. originally had computer problems but, they were cleared under warranty.
Mona R.
I paid 1500 for it plus 150 taxes 50 for the inspection, 1300 for the insurance for a year... replaced some major issues and need some minor issues taken care of, but yeah even with all that I feel... Read More
Jennifer W.
It cost us about 15,000 back in 2006.. It sure was a good value for us. It has had to have regular repairs and a new a/c unit. But it is old
Joshua J.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer 4.2 Oil capacity?

Answer: Sometimes the correlation between engine size and oil capacity can be a bit misleading. While the 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer has A4.2L, V-6 under the hood, it requireS7 quarts of oil with filter. This is a large...

What is the 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer throttle position sensor location?

Answer: The throttle position sensor in a 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer is located on the throttle body on the intake manifold. The throttle position sensor is a small black square piece of plastic that has wires going to it....

What is the 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer idle air control valve location?

Answer: The 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer is not equipped with a separate IAC or idle air control valve but uses a throttle body actuator to accomplish the same function. If the AC is causing the car to stall or You...

What is the 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer evap canister location?

Answer: The evaporator canister, otherwise known as the purge valve, on the 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer is located above the rear of the muffler. The EVAP canister houses 1-2 pounds of activated charcoal that acts like a...

What is the 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer crankshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The crankshaft sensor is located on the side of the engine block. It is on the air conditioning compressor side of the engine back near the transmission on Your 2002 Chevy TrailBlazer. A crank sensor is an...
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Safety & Reliability

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