Review of the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT LS
Standard equipment in the Trailblazer for 2004 and 2005 includes the 5.3 liter engine by General Motors, weighing in at 8 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 4-speed Automatic Transmission puts the power of the Vortec engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Trailblazer.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Trailblazer uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Trailblazer EXT LS are 74.70 inches wide by 191.80 inches long. It sits 72.50 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 113.00 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the Trailblazer is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36 months or 36,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the sport utility market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $28,715 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $25,987. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sport Utility.
Fuel Efficiency
For the 2005 Trailblazer, the fuel configuration is a electronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 22.00 gallons.
The 2005 Trailblazer gets 20 miles/gallon on the highway and only 15 in the city. This is below average for a sport utility truck.
Parting Shots
The 2005 model year was very successful for the Chevrolet Trailblazer. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the EXT LS version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
I loved mine.
Thanks. I need to look more I guess. I need a new truck this year.
My cousin had bad luck with this sport utility. Sours me to the whole Chevrolet line.