THE 2024 BLAZER EV IS CHEVY'S EV MIDDLE CHILD

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The 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV aims to capture the 'middle America' market with its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and familiar styling. The reviewer highlights its generous legroom and headroom, particularly in the rear, making it a strong contender for families. The interior design is noted for its large, albeit non-Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatible, infotainment screen and comfortable, if not aggressively bolstered, seats. On the road, the Blazer EV offers a more comfortable and less firm ride than some competitors like the Mustang Mach-E or Model Y, though it exhibits more body roll and less precise steering. The reviewer found the real-world efficiency to be around 3.4-3.5 miles per kilowatt-hour. A significant drawback mentioned is the lack of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which the reviewer considers a near deal-breaker. While the RS AWD model tested offers decent performance (0-60 in 6.7 seconds), the reviewer points out that the RWD model is faster and offers longer range. The pricing, starting around $56,000 for the initial RS AWD model, is also a point of contention, with the reviewer questioning if it truly represents the 'EV for Middle America' given its cost and the absence of key smartphone integration features. The upcoming SS trim promises more performance, but the current RS and LT trims are geared towards a more average consumer.