The Q2 is pleasingly bold on the surface, but plays with a very safe bat beneath it
Pros Bold styling (for Audi), should be a doddle to live with
Cons Not especially fun to drive, few real benefits over an A3
Pros Huge scope for personalisation Stylish, high-quality interior Great range of engines
Cons Many rivals are cheaper Limited kit on entry-level model Large wheels affect ride comfort
Pros Spacious interior Impressive safety kit Good build quality
Cons High price Firm ride on larger wheels Best features are optional
It can rumble with hot hatches, but does Audi's youth-focussed compact SUV warrant its $50K-plus price tag?
Pros Performance aplenty Nice road manners... ... and adroit handling Silky smooth dual-clutch auto
Cons Asks for Q3 money Misses key safety tech Second row not the last word in comfort
For 2021, the Blazer lineup benefits from several minor updates. The Safety Assist package that includes automated emergency braking, automatic high-beams, front pedestrian detection, and lane-keeping assist is now standard on the 2LT, 3LT, RS, and Premier trim levels.
Pros Standout styling, engaging to drive, spacious back seat and cargo area.
Cons Base engine is undesirable, some subpar interior materials, best options reserved for priciest models.
Driver safety assist features (such as automatic emergency braking) now standard on most trim levels.Other minor revisions to feature availability.
Pros Refined ride quality Agile handling for an SUV Infotainment system is attractive and easy to use Strong optional V6 engine
Cons Base engine is underpowered Compromised headroom for rear passengers Lower maximum cargo capacity than several rivals
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer's #18 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Chevrolet Blazer has a score of 7.3 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Spry handling Great fuel economy Strong engine options Lots of standard tech features
Cons Small cargo hold Tight rear-seat headroom Some low-rent plastics in cabin Firmer ride than some rivals
