Chevrolet Blazer

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Import this model from the USA or Canada

Choose a specific vehicle. Where data is available, its detail page shows the import cost calculation. We assess any possible duty benefit with you before purchase.

Important: A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact us before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support through the process. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.

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Chevrolet Blazer

The modern Chevrolet Blazer revived a famous nameplate as a bold, coupe-influenced mid-size crossover aimed squarely at style-conscious American buyers.

Body style
Detail (trim-dependent): Mid-size crossover SUV, 5 doors, 5 seats
Platform
Detail (trim-dependent): GM C1XX
Base engine
Detail (trim-dependent): 2.5 L I4 petrol
Turbo engine
Detail (trim-dependent): 2.0 L turbo I4, approx. 230 hp
Chevrolet Blazer

Model profile

Model history and generations

Generations at a glance

The Blazer badge has a long history — from the full-size K5 Blazer of the 1970s and 80s to the compact S-10 Blazer of the 1990s — but the model imported today is the crossover launched for the 2019 model year on GM's C1XX platform, shared with vehicles like the GMC Acadia.

Powertrain and equipment

Engines, drivetrain and trims

Powertrain lineup

US Blazers were offered with a range of engines. The base 2.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder is the economy choice but modestly powered.

Trims in the US market

The Blazer is a five-door, five-seat crossover. US trims typically run L, LT, the sporty RS and the luxury-leaning Premier. The RS pairs the V6 with black exterior accents and a sport-tuned setup; the Premier focuses on chrome and comfort features.

Vehicle selection

North American market and suitability

The used market stateside

Because the Blazer sells in solid numbers across the US, the used market offers a healthy spread of trims and colours.

Who should import one

The Blazer suits buyers who want a distinctive-looking mid-size SUV with the smoothness of a V6 and the option of capable all-wheel drive, without stepping up to a full-size body.

Vehicle data

Technical data by generation and specification

Body and dimensions

Body styleDetail (trim-dependent): Mid-size crossover SUV, 5 doors, 5 seats
LengthDetail (trim-dependent): approx. 4,860 mm
WheelbaseDetail (trim-dependent): approx. 2,863 mm
Kerb weightDetail (trim-dependent): approx. 1,700–1,950 kg
Cargo (seats up)Detail (trim-dependent): approx. 900 litres

Engine and drivetrain

Base engineDetail (trim-dependent): 2.5 L I4 petrol
Turbo engineDetail (trim-dependent): 2.0 L turbo I4, approx. 230 hp
Top engineDetail (trim-dependent): 3.6 L LGX V6, approx. 305–308 hp
TransmissionDetail (trim-dependent): 9-speed automatic
DrivetrainDetail (trim-dependent): FWD or AWD (twin-clutch on V6 RS/Premier)
Fuel tankDetail (trim-dependent): approx. 73 litres
FuelDetail (trim-dependent): Petrol

Model and other data

PlatformDetail (trim-dependent): GM C1XX
Towing (V6, equipped)Detail (trim-dependent): up to approx. 2,040 kg

Values are reproduced verbatim from the existing article table. The documents for the specific vehicle govern.

Pre-purchase review

Model-specific inspection points

Inspection plan for this model

For the Chevrolet Blazer, the agreed inspection plan focuses in particular on frame, underbody, towing or payload modifications, visible corrosion and records of previous use. USCar Trader can document these points through a separately commissioned on-site inspection; inaccessible areas or unauthorised road tests are explicitly recorded as unchecked.

Germany and Europe

Differences, adaptation and registration

What US models do differently

US Blazers use mph instrumentation, US-market lighting and North American infotainment settings. Rear fog lamps are generally not fitted from the factory.

German TÜV and registration

Typical approval work includes converting the lighting to ECE standards, fitting a rear fog lamp, verifying the speedometer and documenting emissions data. After the Einzelabnahme, registration proceeds normally.

USCar Trader services

Inspection, purchase processing and escrow

As a buyer based in Germany, you do not have to inspect the vehicle yourself in the United States or Canada. Within the agreed scope, USCar Trader can coordinate document review, a separately commissioned on-site inspection and purchase processing.

  • Vehicle profile and history: The profile can show the VIN, US title status and available history records. No data source guarantees that every earlier event was reported.
  • Optional CARFAX report: Additional reported maintenance or service entries can be included. The report is not a complete service book or proof of every interval.
  • On-site inspection / USCT AutoCheck: USCar Trader can arrange a separately booked vehicle inspection. Agreed visible and accessible areas are documented. Road or functional tests require suitable access and seller approval; the visual review is not a lift inspection or workshop diagnosis.
  • Purchase processing and escrow: After approval, USCar Trader can coordinate seller contact, negotiation, contract and the escrow and import service. Fees, payment route and responsibilities are recorded in advance.
  • Recalls: Open safety recalls can be checked by VIN through the NHTSA recall search; they do not describe overall condition.

Covered inspection points are agreed in advance. An on-site inspection records condition at the appointment and is not a guarantee.

Next step: Before commissioning, USCar Trader and the customer agree which document, history, inspection and transaction checks suit the vehicle and are included in the service. This records what was actually checked.

Import process

Import, customs, costs and delivery

Seven steps to your import

The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.

Questions and answers

Common questions about importing this model

Can I import a used Chevrolet Blazer to Germany?

Yes. The petrol Blazer crossover can be imported from the US and registered after individual approval.

Does this vehicle automatically qualify for a 0% import-duty rate?

No, not automatically. A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.

How is import VAT treated when importing a Chevrolet Blazer?

Import VAT and other taxes or costs are assessed separately under the applicable rules and the circumstances of the individual case. A blanket answer for every vehicle would not be reliable.

Which engine should I look for?

The 3.6-litre V6 is the smoothest and most proven; the 2.0 turbo is a compromise between power and economy.

Is the Blazer reliable?

Generally acceptable, provided the nine-speed transmission software is current and servicing is documented.

Is this the same as the Blazer EV?

No. The Blazer EV is a separate electric model on a different platform; this page covers the petrol crossover.

What changes are needed for TUV?

Lighting conversion, a rear fog lamp, speedometer verification and documentation.

Is USCar Trader a dealer?

No. USCar Trader is an independent broker and intermediary, not a franchised dealer.

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