Buick Rendezvous vs Chevrolet Trailblazer
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer
Overview
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Chevrolet TrailblazerLS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CX | LS |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2007 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Chevrolet TrailblazerLS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,190 | $23,000 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Chevrolet TrailblazerLS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Chevrolet TrailblazerLS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 196 hp (best) | 137 hp |
| Torque | 215 lb-ft (best) | 162 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 1.2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I3 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Chevrolet TrailblazerLS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 108.9 cu ft (best) | 54.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs (best) | 1,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,096 lbs | 3,029 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 104 in |
| Length | 186.5 in (best) | 174.1 in |
| Width | 73.6 in (best) | 71.2 in |
| Height | 68.9 in (best) | 64.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Chevrolet TrailblazerLS |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Rendezvous | Chevrolet Trailblazer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CX $25,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LS $23,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | CXL $28,765 MSRP | LS $25,000 MSRP |
| 3 | — | LT $24,200 MSRP |
| 4 | — | LT $26,200 MSRP |
| 5 | — | ACTIV $27,600 MSRP |
| 6 | — | ACTIV $29,200 MSRP |
| 7 | — | RS $27,600 MSRP |
| 8 | — | RS $29,200 MSRP |