Which is cheaper to maintain, the Chevrolet Blazer EV or the Chevrolet Blazer EV?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Chevrolet Blazer EV is cheaper to maintain — about $0 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the LT Single Motor RWD and the RS Dual Motor AWD?

Across 8 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Chevrolet Blazer EV or Chevrolet Blazer EV?

The Chevrolet Blazer EV has 1 open NHTSA recall. The Chevrolet Blazer EV has 1 open recall. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV vs 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV

Specifications

Year

2026

Engine

LT Single Motor RWD

RS Dual Motor AWD

Drivetrain

RWD

AWD

Transmission

automatic

Fuel

Powertrain

Engine output, acceleration, top speed, handling, braking — and Nürburgring if either car ran one.

Horsepower

288hp

Torque

333lb-ft

0–60 mph

—

Quarter Mile

—

Top Speed

—

Skidpad

—

60–0 Braking

—

70–0 Braking

—

Performance specs synthesized from manufacturer figures and instrumented magazine tests (Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Road & Track). MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Numbers flagged as "low confidence" by AI generation are conservative estimates from related platforms.

Cost of Ownership

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$3,770

0.06 $/mi

5-Year Maintenance

$3,770

0.06 $/mi

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Differential fluid

1.5 hrs$530 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.2 hrs$500 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.4 hrs$480 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

0.8 hrs$270 / 5yr

12V battery

0.4 hrs$260 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

0.3 hrs$210 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

1 open

Open NHTSA Recalls

1 open

Fluid Capacities

Chevrolet Blazer EV

brake0.90 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant11.00 qt · GM 6277M

power_steering · none — electric power steering

transmission_auto5.20 qt · GM 19353713

washer1.30 qt · Windshield washer solvent

Chevrolet Blazer EV

brake0.90 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 3

coolant10.50 qt · GM6277M

power_steering · none — electric power steering

transmission_auto8.50 qt · GM Dexron VI

washer1.30 qt · Windshield washer solvent

The Verdict

TOO CLOSE TO CALL

Across cost of ownership and recall count, neither vehicle pulls decisively ahead. Pick on personal preference — drivetrain, transmission feel, brand loyalty, or the engine that puts a smile on your face.

Open the full dashboard for either truck

Labor times, torque specs, fluid capacities, DTC codes, repair procedures, recalls, common platform problems.