When you're looking for a sporty, powerful SUV, odds are you'll come across the Ford Bronco and Chevy Blazer in your research. Both vehicles offer the flexibility of multiple engine options, plenty of power, and a comfortable interior.
Richmond Ford West knows how important it is for our neighbors in Glen Allen, Ashland, and Rockville, VA, to choose the right vehicle for them. That's why we put together this 2021 Ford Bronco vs. Chevy Blazer comparison. Give it a read to see how these two SUVs stack up.
Ford Bronco vs Chevy Blazer Engine and Performance
The 2021 Chevrolet Blazer offers three engines to choose from. The standard is a 2.5L 4-cylinder that provides 193 horsepower and 188 lb-ft of torque. For more power, you can opt for the highest horsepower option: the available 3.6L V6 engine. It produces:
- 308 horsepower
- 270 lb-ft of torque
The 2021 Ford Bronco has two engines to select from. However, they are both pretty powerful.
The standard engine is a 2.3L EcoBoost® with 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. The second engine available is a 2.7L EcoBoost® with a whopping 310 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque.
The Blazer has a standard 9-speed automatic transmission for all three of its engines. However, the Bronco gives you more flexibility with its standard 10-speed automatic transmission for both engines or a 7-speed manual transmission for the 2.3L engine option.
Ford Bronco vs Chevy Blazer Off-Road Capability
The Bronco is known for off-roading. That's why it has a Terrain Management Systemâ„¢ with G.O.A.T. (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) Modesâ„¢ that help tailor your driving experience and allow you to adapt to the terrains you might encounter.
Some of these modes are:
- Mud/Ruts
- Sand
- Rock Crawl
- Baja
- Eco
- Sport
The Bronco also has available steel bash plates to protect your vehicle, available Trail Turn Assist, and available Trail 1-Pedal Drive.
The Blazer does not have much to offer in terms of off-roading. It does have a Driver Mode Selector, where you can opt for All-Wheel Drive-which provides more traction-or Off-Road, which helps you handle rough terrain. However, the Chevy does not have the flexibility that the Ford has when handling off-road environments. Â
Ford Bronco vs Chevy Blazer Interior Dimensions and Cargo Space
When you're piling luggage or friends into your vehicle, you want to know that everyone will be comfortable and that everything is going to fit.
In terms of cargo capacity, the Blazer has a maximum 64.2 cubic feet of cargo space. If you have a car full of passengers, you'll still get 30.5 cubic feet of space.
The 4-door Bronco has even more cargo room. The maximum cargo space in the Bronco is 83 cubic feet. With a full car of passengers, the Bronco has 38.3 cubic feet of space.
Now that we know how much cargo space both SUVs have, let's take a look at passenger space in the first row…
| Â | Blazer | 4-Door Bronco |
| Headroom (inches) | 39.8 | 43.3 |
| Hip Room (inches) | 55.6 | 55.9 |
| Legroom (inches) | 41 | 43.1 |
As you can see, the Bronco offers more space and comfort. The Bronco still outdoes the Blazer in the second row with 41.1 inches of headroom vs. 38.6 inches. The Bronco also has 54.8 inches of rear hip room compared to the Blazer's 54.2 inches.
Which SUV Comes Out on Top?
When comparing the engine options, off-road capabilities, and dimensions of the Ford Bronco vs. Chevy Blazer, the Bronco wins every time. Our friends and neighbors from Glen Allen, Ashland, and Rockville, Virginia, interested in test driving the Bronco can visit Richmond Ford West.
We'll get you behind the wheel and help you decide which Bronco trim and size is best for you. Contact us to schedule a test drive today!