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Chevrolet Trailblazer vs Ford EcoSport

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

Vehicles

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2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer

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2022 Ford EcoSport

Overview

SpecChevrolet TrailblazerLSFord EcoSportS
Selected trimLSS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262022

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet TrailblazerLSFord EcoSportS
MSRP$23,000$22,040 (best)
Lowest listing price$16,500$8,801 (best)
Median listing price$28,735$13,685 (best)
Highest listing price$36,529$18,999 (best)
For sale now202 (best)10

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet TrailblazerLSFord EcoSportS
Combined MPG30 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG30 MPG (best)23 MPG
Highway MPG31 MPG (best)29 MPG
Fuel tank13.2 gal13.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet TrailblazerLSFord EcoSportS
Horsepower137 hp166 hp (best)
Torque162 lb-ft (best)149 lb-ft
Engine size1.2 L2 L (best)
CylindersI3I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet TrailblazerLSFord EcoSportS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume54.4 cu ft (best)20.9 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs2,000 lbs (best)
Payload1,570 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,029 lbs (best)3,300 lbs
Wheelbase104 in (best)99.2 in
Length174.1 in (best)161.3 in
Width71.2 in (best)69.5 in
Height64.2 in65.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet TrailblazerLSFord EcoSportS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 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.

TrimChevrolet TrailblazerFord EcoSport
1

LS

$23,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$22,040 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS

$25,000 MSRP

SE

$25,510 MSRP

3

LT

$24,200 MSRP

SES

$28,205 MSRP

4

LT

$26,200 MSRP

Titanium

$28,395 MSRP

5

ACTIV

$27,600 MSRP

6

ACTIV

$29,200 MSRP

7

RS

$27,600 MSRP

8

RS

$29,200 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Trailblazer vs Ford EcoSport FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer or 2022 Ford EcoSport?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2022 Ford EcoSport 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 Trailblazer or 2022 Ford EcoSport?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2022 Ford EcoSport starts lower at $22,040. Live Chevrolet Trailblazer listings start at $16,500. Live Ford EcoSport listings start at $8,801.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer or 2022 Ford EcoSport?
The 2022 Ford EcoSport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,040).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer or 2022 Ford EcoSport?
The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer or 2022 Ford EcoSport?
The 2022 Ford EcoSport leads on horsepower in this comparison (166).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer or 2022 Ford EcoSport?
The 2022 Ford EcoSport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs 2022 Ford EcoSport?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Trailblazer (5/5 NHTSA overall); Ford EcoSport (4/5 NHTSA overall).