2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS: Monroe Buyers Guide

What the base price actually buys

The word "base" tends to suggest a stripped-down vehicle, and the Trailblazer LS does not fit that picture very well. The cabin has the same 11-inch touchscreen you would find on the top trim, along with an 8-inch screen behind the steering wheel, and both phones in the household can connect wirelessly through Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. A rear vision camera makes tight parking easier, and push-button start means the key can stay in a pocket. Chevrolet leaves a few things off the LS, such as roof rails, keyless open and remote start, which show up one step higher on the LT, and the wheels are 17-inch silver-painted aluminum rather than black machined ones.

Engine and drivetrain on the LS

A front-drive LS runs on a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder that makes 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque through a continuously variable transmission. The EPA rates that setup at 30 city, 31 highway and 30 combined mpg, and its record notes that the engine can burn either gasoline or E85. Drivers who want more punch can add the 1.3-liter turbo for an extra $395 on front-drive LS and LT models, which lifts the highway rating to 33 mpg. If you pick all-wheel drive the 1.3-liter and a nine-speed automatic come along automatically, and the EPA numbers settle at 26 city, 29 highway and 27 combined.

Who the LS fits around Monroe

Plenty of shoppers in this part of Snohomish County are looking for a dependable second vehicle for a commute along SR-522 or a first new car for a student who attends Monroe High School, and the LS suits both. It parks without drama on Main Street, it keeps fuel stops short, and it still carries five. With the front passenger seat folded flat the cargo floor reaches 8.5 feet, enough for a ladder from the hardware store or a bundle of lumber for a weekend project in the yard. If you expect to head up US-2 toward Stevens Pass in winter, ask about all-wheel drive when you configure it, because it is a factory option rather than a standard feature.

What Speedway Chevrolet customers say

Theresa W. brought a 2021 Trailblazer in for service and ended up buying a vehicle. She wrote: "We went in for service on our 2021 Chevy Trailblazer and decided to browse the lot because we had been considering a purchase of a used truck." Of the deal itself she said, "it was an absolutely fair deal," and of the service department, "easy, no unnecessary or expensive service recommendations." Her review comes from 2024 and describes a used purchase, so treat it as a window into how the store treats Trailblazer owners rather than as a statement about the 2026 model.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Trailblazer LS?

The LS starts at $23,600 MSRP, and with the $1,795 destination charge the starting total is $25,395. Taxes, title, registration, documentary fees and options are extra, and the dealership sets its own selling price.

Is the Trailblazer LS a good car for the money?

It gives you a large touchscreen, wireless phone projection and a full set of driver-assistance features at the lowest price in the lineup. The compromises are smaller wheels and fewer convenience extras than the LT, so shoppers who want remote start or roof rails usually step up.

What engine does the Trailblazer LS have?

Front-drive LS models come with a turbocharged 1.2-liter three-cylinder making 137 horsepower. The 1.3-liter turbo is an available upgrade, and it is also what you get when you choose all-wheel drive.

Does the Trailblazer LS have a touchscreen and CarPlay?

Yes. The LS has the same 11-inch diagonal touchscreen as every other trim, with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto both standard.

Can I get all-wheel drive on the LS?

Yes, all-wheel drive is available on the LS. It always pairs with the 1.3-liter turbo engine and the nine-speed automatic, and Chevrolet's build-and-price tool shows the cost for the configuration you choose.

Compare, then drive

Read the LT guide to see what the next step up adds, the overview for the whole lineup, and the pricing and leasing guide for Washington sales tax. Then browse the new Trailblazer inventory, book a test drive or call sales at 866-647-1030.