Chevrolet Blazer vs Mercury Mariner
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Mercury Mariner
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Mercury MarinerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2LT | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Mercury MarinerBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,200 | $23,565 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $13,509 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $32,708 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $54,709 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 135 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Mercury MarinerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 28 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal (best) | 16.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Mercury MarinerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 228 hp (best) | 171 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft (best) | 171 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Mercury MarinerBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 64.2 cu ft | 66.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,250 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,059 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,918 lbs | 3,341 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.5 in | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 103.1 in |
| Length | 191.9 in (best) | 175.2 in |
| Width | 76.7 in (best) | 71.1 in |
| Height | 67 in | 68 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer2LT | Mercury MarinerBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 2 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
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 | Mercury Mariner |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2LT $34,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $23,565 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2LT $36,900 MSRP | Base $30,115 MSRP |
| 3 | 3LT $39,600 MSRP | Base $25,315 MSRP |
| 4 | 3LT $42,300 MSRP | Base $31,865 MSRP |
| 5 | RS $43,500 MSRP | Premier $25,635 MSRP |
| 6 | RS $46,400 MSRP | Premier $27,385 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet Blazer vs Mercury Mariner FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2011 Mercury Mariner on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Mercury Mariner starts lower at $23,565. Live Chevrolet Blazer listings start at $13,509.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
- The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,565).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
- The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer leads on horsepower in this comparison (228).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
- The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2011 Mercury Mariner?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Blazer (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mercury Mariner (3/5 NHTSA overall).