The Chevrolet S-10 Blazer is a special-purpose vehicle built from 1982 to 2000 over 2 generations. Between 1985 and 1993 it grew 8 cm longer and gained 200 kg. Engines offered: 4-cyl, V6. Too new for a verdict, since complaints and recalls take years to accumulate — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the S-10 Blazer is
The Chevrolet S-10 Blazer is a special-purpose vehicle that Chevrolet built from 1982 to 2000 — 19 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 1991. It has been offered with 4-cyl, V6 power. Its closest sibling in the Chevrolet range: City Express.
S-10 Blazer generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the S-10 Blazer's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the S-10 Blazer that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-1990 | 433 cm | 255 cm | 1371 kg | - | - |
| 1991-1993 | 441 cm | 263 cm | 1571 kg | +8 cm | +200 kg |
Between 1985 and 1993 the S-10 Blazer gained 8 cm in length (+1.8%) and 200 kg in weight (+14.6%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the S-10 Blazer that is 200 kg against 8 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Chevrolet S-10 Blazer tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment S-10 Blazer owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer have? Power & range
The Chevrolet S-10 Blazer is offered with 2 powertrains — 4.3L 6-cyl, 2.5L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 2 for the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 4.3L · 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | RWD | Premium |
| 4-cyl | 2.5L · 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Regular |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
The S-10 Blazer by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | S-10 Blazer | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | Not yet rated | Best and worst years |
| Used value | 33 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer?
The S-10 Blazer is a special-purpose vehicle, built from 1982 to 2000 across 2 generations. Engines offered: 4-cyl, V6.
How many generations does the S-10 Blazer have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 1991. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the S-10 Blazer grew 8 cm longer and gained 200 kg.
What is the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer warranty?
New models carry 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the S-10 Blazer reliable?
The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific S-10 Blazer?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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