Does the 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LS FWD.
- All 8 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $240 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS FWD | 1.2L | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| LT FWD | 1.2L | Regular | 30 | $1,280 | $1,520 |
| LS AWD | 1.3L 3cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| LT AWD | 1.3L 3cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| ACTIV FWD | 1.3L | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| RS FWD | 1.3L | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| ACTIV AWD | 1.3L 3cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| RS AWD | 1.3L 3cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer | LS FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Blazer | 2LT FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Equinox | LT FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Trax | LS FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Traverse | LT FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Bronco Sport | Badlands 4WD | Premium |
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | LE FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree