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Chevrolet Blazer vs Subaru Ascent

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Chevrolet Blazer

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2027 Subaru Ascent

Overview

SpecChevrolet Blazer2LTSubaru AscentPremium
Selected trim2LTPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission9-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet Blazer2LTSubaru AscentPremium
MSRP$34,200 (best)$40,795
Lowest listing price$13,509$12,980 (best)
Median listing price$32,708$32,080 (best)
Highest listing price$54,709$54,499 (best)
For sale now135 (best)48

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet Blazer2LTSubaru AscentPremium
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19.4 gal (best)19.3 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet Blazer2LTSubaru AscentPremium
Horsepower228 hp260 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft277 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet Blazer2LTSubaru AscentPremium
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume64.2 cu ft75.6 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,250 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,918 lbs (best)4,450 lbs
Ground clearance7.5 in8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase113 in113.8 in (best)
Length191.9 in196.8 in (best)
Width76.7 in (best)76 in
Height67 in71.6 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet Blazer2LTSubaru AscentPremium
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimChevrolet BlazerSubaru Ascent
1

2LT

$34,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$40,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

2LT

$36,900 MSRP

Premium

$40,795 MSRP

3

3LT

$39,600 MSRP

Limited

$47,985 MSRP

4

3LT

$42,300 MSRP

Limited

$47,985 MSRP

5

RS

$43,500 MSRP

Limited Bronze Edition

$49,095 MSRP

6

RS

$46,400 MSRP

Touring

$51,165 MSRP

7

Onyx Edition Touring

$51,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Blazer vs Subaru Ascent FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2027 Subaru Ascent 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 2027 Subaru Ascent?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Chevrolet Blazer starts lower at $34,200. Live Chevrolet Blazer listings start at $13,509. Live Subaru Ascent listings start at $12,980.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (34,200).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2026 Chevrolet Blazer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2027 Subaru Ascent leads on horsepower in this comparison (260).
Which has better seats: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2027 Subaru Ascent leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Chevrolet Blazer or 2027 Subaru Ascent?
The 2027 Subaru Ascent leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Chevrolet Blazer vs 2027 Subaru Ascent?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Blazer (5/5 NHTSA overall).