The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer makes a useful case for keeping an SUV compact without making it feel stripped down. It seats 5, comes standard with an 11-inch diagonal HD color touchscreen, and offers AWD for Illinois weather. There are also 4 trims with noticeably different personalities, from the straightforward LS to the more rugged-looking ACTIV and street-focused RS. For drivers shopping for a compact SUV in Tinley Park, IL, the Trailblazer offers enough variation to find the right balance of equipment, capability, and design without moving into a larger vehicle.

Four Trims, With Clear Reasons to Choose Each One
The 2026 Trailblazer lineup consists of LS, LT, ACTIV, and RS. LS starts with 17-inch Silver-painted aluminum wheels, an HD Rear Vision Camera, and a particularly useful fold-flat front passenger seat that makes room for items up to 8.5 feet long. LT builds on that foundation with convenience equipment including Keyless Open and Start and Remote Start. ACTIV changes the character more substantially with off-road suspension tuning, a functional skid plate, and the stronger ECOTEC® 1.3L Turbo engine. RS heads in another direction with 19-inch High Gloss Black machined-aluminum wheels, RS exterior details, red interior accents, and a heated flat-bottom steering wheel. Comparing Trailblazer trims in person makes sense because the differences aren’t simply a progression from fewer features to more.
Two Small Engines with Different Strengths
The standard ECOTEC® 1.2L Turbo 3-cylinder produces 137 hp and 162 lbs. ft. of torque, providing the starting point for the Trailblazer lineup. The available ECOTEC® 1.3L Turbo raises output to 155 hp and 174 lbs. ft. of torque and comes standard on ACTIV and RS. Available AWD gives Tinley Park drivers another useful option for changing road conditions, while up to 3 available drive modes allow the vehicle’s responses to be adjusted for different situations. Properly equipped, the Trailblazer can also tow up to 1,000 lbs. That’s modest trailer capacity, but useful for buyers whose occasional hauling needs don’t justify stepping into a larger SUV.
The 11-Inch Screen Isn’t Reserved for Expensive Trims
Every 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer comes with an 11-inch diagonal HD color touchscreen, which immediately gives the cabin a more contemporary feel. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility are standard, allowing compatible smartphone functions to integrate without another cable running across the console. Available wireless charging removes another cord, while an available Bose® audio system provides an upgrade for buyers who care about sound quality. A dual-pane panoramic power sunroof is also available for drivers who want a more open cabin. It’s a sensible approach to technology: the important interface is standard, and buyers can add the luxuries they value from there.
Safety Equipment Starts with Chevy Safety Assist
Chevy Safety Assist is standard across the Trailblazer lineup and includes 6 driver-assistance technologies: Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam® automatic high beams. The Trailblazer also includes 10 standard airbags and an HD Rear Vision Camera. Available Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Rear Park Assist can add another layer of assistance. For a compact SUV likely to spend plenty of time in Tinley Park traffic, parking lots, and on Chicagoland highways, those available systems are worth considering when comparing configurations.
Find Your 2026 Trailblazer at Apple Chevrolet
Drivers searching for a 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer near Tinley Park, IL, can visit Apple Chevrolet to browse new Trailblazer inventory, compare available trims, explore current offers and financing options, value a trade-in, or learn more about Chevrolet service. Once you’ve narrowed the lineup to the Trailblazer that fits your routine, schedule a test drive online and see how it works on the roads you use every day.


