Trailblazer LS vs LT vs RS vs ACTIV
Trims compared
Trailblazer LS vs LT vs RS vs ACTIV
Four trims on the 2027 Limited and the 2026s in stock, compared line by line.
- $23,600LS
- $24,800LT
- $31,400ACTIV AWD
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Short answer: LS is the lowest price ($23,600). LT ($24,800) is the value pick with its packages. RS ($28,200) is the sporty one with 19-inch wheels, heated Evotex seats and the 1.3L. ACTIV ($31,400) is AWD-only with off-road tuning, a skid plate and the most standard features.
Prices are MSRP before destination. 2027 Trailblazer Limited prices are from GM order data; new 2027 prices are from Chevrolet's preproduction announcement (Oct 2026). Confirm final pricing and destination on the window sticker.
| LS | LT | RS | ACTIV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (FWD) | $23,600 | $24,800 | $28,200 | AWD only: $31,400 |
| AWD | +$2,000 | +$2,000 | +$1,600 | Standard |
| Engine | 1.2L (1.3L opt FWD) | 1.2L (1.3L opt FWD) | 1.3L | 1.3L |
| Wheels | 17-in silver | 17-in gloss black | 19-in gloss black | 17-in gloss black, sport-terrain |
| Seats | Cloth, 6-way manual | Cloth; 8-way power w/ Convenience | Evotex, heated | Evotex, heated, 8-way power |
| Heated seats / wheel | — | Cold Weather Pkg | Standard | Heated seats std |
| Blind-spot alert | LS Confidence Pkg | Driver Confidence Pkg | Driver Confidence Pkg | Standard |
| Power liftgate | — | With Convenience | Hands-free w/ Convenience | Hands-free, std |
| Adaptive cruise | — | — | CWN package | — |
Feature availability varies by year, trim and package — confirm on the window sticker / chevrolet.com.
2027 Trailblazer Limited, GM order guide and order data.
Our picks
- LT AWD + packages for most Barron-area buyers: heated seats and wheel, blind-spot alerts, power seat and liftgate, wireless charging.
- RS for the look — 19s, dual exhaust, two-tone roof — plus the 1.3L standard. Budget for winter tires on 19s.
- ACTIV for gravel roads and winter: AWD, sport-terrain tires and a skid plate standard.
- LS if price is everything; add the 1.3L if you can.
On the new 2027
The refreshed lineup is LT, RS and Z71, with the 1.3L, adaptive cruise and park assist standard. See Which 2027 Trailblazer? and 2027 Trailblazer Z71. Package rules: Trailblazer packages explained.
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Trailblazer questions
What's the difference between Trailblazer LS, LT, RS and ACTIV?
LS is the base model. LT adds features and package choices. RS adds 19-inch wheels, heated Evotex seats, a heated wheel and the 1.3L. ACTIV is AWD-only with off-road tuning, a skid plate and the most standard features.
Which Trailblazer trim is the best value?
For most buyers, the LT with Cold Weather, Driver Confidence and Convenience packages.
Is the ACTIV only AWD?
Yes. The ACTIV comes only with AWD and the 9-speed automatic.
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Sources: GM 2027 Trailblazer (Limited) order guide (codes, packages, colors, GVWR), Chevrolet.com, Trailblazer and 2027 preproduction info (Oct 2026)