Chevrolet Blazer vs Lexus LX450
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 Lexus LX450
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2LT | 450 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,200 | $0 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $29,999 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $29,999 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $29,999 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 12 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal | 25.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 228 hp (best) | 212 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 275 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 4.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 64.2 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 3,250 lbs | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,918 lbs (best) | 4,971 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in | 10.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 191.9 in (best) | 189.8 in |
| Width | 76.7 in (best) | 76 in |
| Height | 67 in | 73.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | Chevrolet Blazer | Lexus LX450 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2LT $34,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 450 $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2LT $36,900 MSRP | — |
| 3 | 3LT $39,600 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 3LT $42,300 MSRP | — |
| 5 | RS $43,500 MSRP | — |
| 6 | RS $46,400 MSRP | — |
