I can confirm that you can get the tail to swag! From Chevy\u2019s Engineering Presentation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nIn the crowded EV SUV market, the Blazer EV SS stands out for its blend of performance and practicality. Tesla\u2019s Model Y Performance has been discontinued in the US, offering Chevy a market opportunity. On the other hand, the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is another strong contender, but the Blazer EV SS edges it out with more room, power, and torque. Chevrolet is positioning this vehicle not just as another EV, but as a performance icon, and that\u2019s a bold move that could pay off.<\/p>\n
Traditional automakers like Chevy have often been criticized for being slow to embrace EVs, but the Blazer EV SS shows that they\u2019re catching up quickly. By electrifying the SS badge, Chevy is sending a message that electric vehicles can be just as exciting and capable as their gas-powered counterparts, if not more so. It\u2019s exciting to see the EV landscape becoming more diverse and competitive, as it ultimately benefits consumers with more choices and better technology. I\u2019ve written before about how legacy automakers need to innovate to stay relevant (CleanTechnica<\/em> Toyota article), and Chevy\u2019s efforts here are a step in the right direction.<\/p>\n<\/span>Potential Drawbacks<\/span><\/h3>\nOf course, no vehicle is perfect, and the Blazer EV SS has a few areas where it might fall short. One is its range compared to some competitors. While 303 miles is respectable, it\u2019s less than what you get with the Tesla Model Y Long Range or the Lucid Air, which offer over 300 miles. However, for most buyers, 303 miles should be more than sufficient, especially since the vast majority of daily drives are well under that distance. Another consideration is the availability of charging stations in different regions, but with access to Tesla\u2019s Supercharger network, this issue is largely mitigated.<\/p>\n
While I was impressed with the driving of GM\u2019s Super Cruise on the highways that you can use it, it still lags both Tesla\u2019s standard autopilot and optional Full Self Driving (FSD), both in where it can be used and in what it does for you.<\/p>\n
Another potential concern is reliability. GM faced software issues with the Blazer EV\u2019s launch in 2023, which led to a stop-sale order as we detailed here. While they\u2019ve since addressed these problems, it\u2019s something to keep in mind. As with any new EV, long-term reliability will be critical, and Chevy will need to prove that the Blazer EV SS can stand the test of time.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Driving Impressions<\/span><\/h3>\nI got to test the New Chevrolet Blazer SS with the Performance Pack (available at an amazingly inexpensive $400 upgrade) at some dedicated time on the private Charlotte Motor Speedway.<\/p>\n
I started out testing the Wide Open Watts and Launch Mode and was able to beat the 3.4 second zero to 60 with a 3.2 second run!\u00a0 I\u2019ve been in faster and slower EVs, but it was well controlled with no drama. Next, I was able to do several laps on the closed track (in Competitive Mode which means stability control is greatly reduced to allow more fun) following a lead car.\u00a0 I went into one hairpin turn a little too fast and the rear end came out a bit. Had I not corrected quickly, I would have spun out into the grass. That is a positive, not a negative. Way too many cars these days won\u2019t let you have any fun. I haven\u2019t turned off stability control in a Tesla, but without doing that or getting a model with Track Mode, you can\u2019t really get them to oversteer.<\/p>\n
I also got to test a Blazer SS without the Performance Pack for 2 hours on 3 different public environments.<\/p>\n
\n- On the interstate, I loved using the Super Cruise to just sit back and relax as the car drove me to the next turn.<\/li>\n
- In the city, I used the great acceleration, easy to use navigation, and good visibility to easily navigate the urban jungle of downtown Charlotte.<\/li>\n
- On the winding roads surrounding the city, I was able to enjoy the well-tuned handling and evaluate the ride on several different roads. I found the steering to be nimble and quick, but not so quick that it felt like a go kart (sometimes my Tesla Model Y steering feels a little too quick for a daily driver). On the rougher roads, the ride was well controlled and provided good feedback to the driver, but was a little noisier than I would like.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>Conclusion<\/span><\/h3>\nIn conclusion, the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV SS is a bold statement from Chevrolet. It shows that they\u2019re serious about competing in the EV space, not just with economy models, but with high-performance vehicles that can rival the best in the business. From its blistering acceleration to its impressive range and advanced features, the Blazer EV SS ticks all the boxes for what modern EV buyers are looking for. I loved the chance to test in on the track \u2014 it was an exciting experience! It was equally competent in everyday driving. It looks like it could be a winner. It\u2019s clear that Chevy is making a strong case for itself in the EV market, and the Blazer EV SS might just be the vehicle that puts them on the map.<\/p>\n
Disclosure: I am a shareholder in Tesla (TSLA), BYD (BYDDY), Nio (NIO), XPeng (XPEV), NextEra Energy (NEP), and several ARK ETFs. But I offer no investment advice of any sort here.<\/em><\/p>\n\n
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