2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer RS

The 2023 Trailblazer is Chevrolet's subcompact crossover, slotting below the Equinox and aimed at first-time buyers and city dwellers. It squares off against the Honda HR-V, Kia Seltos, and Hyundai Kona in the crowded subcompact SUV segment. The Trailblazer feels nimble around town, with light steering and a suspension that soaks up broken pavement without fuss. Inside, the cabin is roomy for its size, with generous headroom and a cargo area that swallows a weekend's gear. Every Trailblazer comes with a touchscreen running wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus the Chevy Safety Assist suite of driver aids. Blacked-out emblems, a sport steering wheel, and the flat-bottom wheel set the RS apart from the LT and ACTIV trims. Its 1.3L I3 makes 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque, and with all-wheel drive and the nine-speed automatic, it feels eager around town. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standard here, a nice plus for cold-weather commutes.