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CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER Z71 4X4 CONCEPT EXTENDS TRAILBLAZER’S OFF-ROAD CAPABILITY
Off-road capability has always been a stronghold of Chevrolet trucks and the Z71 package epitomizes that ability. The TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept shown at this year’s SEMA show takes off-road prowess up several notches.
TrailBlazer is already quite capable of traversing off-road situations in its production form. The Z71 4x4 concept increases road clearance 2 inches up front and an additional inch in back, thanks to larger 18-inch wheels/all-terrain tires and the relocation of the front spring perch to the strut. Aluminum skid plates provide underbody protection of the front differential, engine oil pan, transmission, transfer case and fuel tank, while a locking rear differential enhances TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept’s off-road aptitude.
Additional performance – both on- and off-road – is provided by a 6.0-liter LQ9 V-8 engine that produces 345 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm. Power is transferred to all four wheels via the Hydra-Matic 4L65-E heavy-duty four-speed automatic transmission. A GM air box that has been modified for increased airflow and a K&N Filtercharger rechargeable cloth air filter enhance induction, while a Corsa Performance free-flowing stainless steel muffler and Corsa Performance cat-back stainless steel exhaust system with polished dual 4-inch outlet tips improve exhaust capabilities.
Outside, the production Z71 package has been modified specifically for this vehicle. OEM body-side moldings have been removed and bright silver aluminum tubular side assist steps that are integrated into the rocker moldings have been added. Also added is a bright silver aluminum tubular rail, roof-mounted luggage carrier. In addition, TrailBlazer Z71 features front and rear wheel flares, body-color exterior rearview mirrors and door-release handles.
Up front, TrailBlazer Z71 features chrome tow hooks and Granite Metallic front grille center bar. Specific Z71 body-side and tailgate badging completes the exterior styling elements of the TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept. It’s finished in PPG Pewter base coat with Granite Metallic accent color wheel flares, rocker moldings and fascias.
Inside, TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept is ideally configured for four passengers, with front- and second-row bucket seats that are finished in two-tone Pewter and Ebony leather. Ebony leather is also found on the door trim panel inserts. TrailBlazer Z71 further features a black-on-white instrument panel gauge cluster faceplate and a General Motors Service Parts Operation rear cargo management system.
Off-road capability has always been a stronghold of Chevrolet trucks and the Z71 package epitomizes that ability. The TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept shown at this year’s SEMA show takes off-road prowess up several notches.
TrailBlazer is already quite capable of traversing off-road situations in its production form. The Z71 4x4 concept increases road clearance 2 inches up front and an additional inch in back, thanks to larger 18-inch wheels/all-terrain tires and the relocation of the front spring perch to the strut. Aluminum skid plates provide underbody protection of the front differential, engine oil pan, transmission, transfer case and fuel tank, while a locking rear differential enhances TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept’s off-road aptitude.
Additional performance – both on- and off-road – is provided by a 6.0-liter LQ9 V-8 engine that produces 345 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 380 lb.-ft. of torque at 4000 rpm. Power is transferred to all four wheels via the Hydra-Matic 4L65-E heavy-duty four-speed automatic transmission. A GM air box that has been modified for increased airflow and a K&N Filtercharger rechargeable cloth air filter enhance induction, while a Corsa Performance free-flowing stainless steel muffler and Corsa Performance cat-back stainless steel exhaust system with polished dual 4-inch outlet tips improve exhaust capabilities.
Outside, the production Z71 package has been modified specifically for this vehicle. OEM body-side moldings have been removed and bright silver aluminum tubular side assist steps that are integrated into the rocker moldings have been added. Also added is a bright silver aluminum tubular rail, roof-mounted luggage carrier. In addition, TrailBlazer Z71 features front and rear wheel flares, body-color exterior rearview mirrors and door-release handles.
Up front, TrailBlazer Z71 features chrome tow hooks and Granite Metallic front grille center bar. Specific Z71 body-side and tailgate badging completes the exterior styling elements of the TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept. It’s finished in PPG Pewter base coat with Granite Metallic accent color wheel flares, rocker moldings and fascias.
Inside, TrailBlazer Z71 4x4 concept is ideally configured for four passengers, with front- and second-row bucket seats that are finished in two-tone Pewter and Ebony leather. Ebony leather is also found on the door trim panel inserts. TrailBlazer Z71 further features a black-on-white instrument panel gauge cluster faceplate and a General Motors Service Parts Operation rear cargo management system.