2022 Volvo XC40 vs. 2022 Chevrolet Blazer

The 2022 Chevrolet Blazer is a formidable sport utility vehicle with a V6 engine, refined dual tone exterior, and RS model which offers impressive power. But is this enough to unseat the 2022 Volvo XC40, an award winning SUV which is prized for its functional design, lavish cabin and impressive handling?

Design & Style

The XC40 is fully electric and packed with new features such as an electronic charging pad which is wireless and powered locks for the rear door. Some have described the cabin as having an Art Deco style which is alluring and there are multiple storage compartments for small items. Volvo is committed to building vehicles which produce zero emissions and the grille in front has been closed off and the vehicle is now powered by an electrical powertrain that utilizes two motors.

The Chevrolet Blazer is a crossover that is moderately sized. Its key features include an engine which is aspirated naturally, dual tone outer paint for most trims which include Blue Glow Metallic and Nitro Yellow Metallic, and an engine which now includes tow packaging that works with front or all-wheel drive.

Technology & Safety

The Chevrolet Malibu uses a protective suite which it calls Safety Assist. In includes a variety of driver assistance functions such as emergency automated brakes, high beam headlights which are automated, lane centering and departure notifications, not to mention blind area monitoring. Luxuries within its cabin include climate control, premium audio and seats which are powered and covered in leather upholstery.

The Volvo XC40 is arguably the safest SUV on the road. It has received a five star rating from the NHTSA as well as a Top Safety Pick from the IIHS. It has all the safety features seen in the Malibu including pedestrian detection, emergency automated brakes for the rear and front, alerts for cross traffic in the rear and lane management. Its cabin perks include dual USB ports, the choice of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, Bluetooth, nine inch touch displays and a Harmon Kardon sound system with fourteen speakers.

Performance

Those that purchase the Volvo XC40 T5 will get an engine which can generate 248 horsepower with 258 pounds of torque, which enables it to blaze from zero to sixty in about six seconds. The Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a V6 engine that can generate 308 horsepower which allows it to accelerate from zero to sixty in around six seconds.

The Bottom Line

Despite having lots of horsepower, the 0 to 60 acceleration times for the Blazer are the same as the XC40, but the Chevrolet's inadequate cargo space and lack of luxury features makes gives the Volvo the victory.

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