2026 Chevrolet Blazer: Kirkland Pricing & Leasing Guide

MSRP by trim

Chevrolet publishes the Blazer's pricing in three steps. The 2LT is $34,300, the 3LT is $39,700, and the RS is $43,600, each for a front-wheel-drive build with the standard turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. AWD is available on every trim at extra cost, and the RS can be ordered with the 3.6-liter V6, which independent pricing coverage puts at roughly $1,650 above the standard engine. Adding the $1,995 destination charge gives starting figures of about $36,295, $41,695, and $45,595. Those are the numbers before options, taxes, title, and fees, and a specific vehicle on the lot may be priced differently depending on how it's equipped.

If you've seen a Blazer price on another website that's higher than these, it may include a different destination figure or an older price list. Chevrolet's own site and the dealership's inventory pages show the current numbers for the vehicle in front of you.

Washington sales tax on a Blazer

Washington doesn't tax wages, so the part of the bill that people notice on a car purchase is sales tax. For the Kirkland address, the Department of Revenue's rate lookup shows 10.4% for the current quarter, made up of the 6.5% state rate and 3.9% in local taxes. On top of that, Washington adds a motor vehicle sales/use tax that rose from 0.3% to 0.5% on January 1, 2026. Together that's about 10.9%, applied to the vehicle's selling price including destination.

Here's how that looks on each trim, using the MSRP plus the destination charge. A 2LT at $36,295 carries roughly $3,956 in sales and motor vehicle tax. A 3LT at $41,695 carries roughly $4,545, and an RS at $45,595 roughly $4,970. These are estimates for planning, because the rate on a real transaction depends on how the dealership reports the sale to the state. Dealers use dedicated location codes for vehicles, and certain public-safety components of local sales tax are handled differently on motor vehicle sales, so the figure on your buyer's order may differ by a small amount. Washington also began taxing the part of a vehicle's price above $100,000 at a higher rate in 2026, which doesn't come into play at Blazer prices.

Title and registration fees go through the Washington Department of Licensing, and annual registration renewals in this part of King County include regional transit vehicle taxes. The finance office at Lee Johnson Chevrolet can walk through those line by line.

Lease or buy?

Leasing a Blazer means paying for the part of its value you use over the term, plus financing charges, rather than the full price. The numbers that matter are the capitalized cost, the residual value, the money factor, and the mileage allowance. In Washington, sales tax and the motor vehicle tax apply to lease payments as well, and Washington's local public-safety tax exemption for the first 36 months of a lease is one more reason to let the dealership's finance team run the numbers instead of estimating them yourself.

As a rule of thumb, leasing fits drivers who stay within a mileage cap, like a new vehicle every few years, and want a predictable monthly cost. Buying fits people who drive more than a typical lease allows, plan to keep the Blazer well beyond the term, or want to add accessories freely. If you're coming off a GM lease, the dealership has a lease-end center page that explains your options.

Offers, trade-ins, and the extras that come with a purchase

Chevrolet and the dealership publish finance and lease offers that change regularly, so the new Chevrolet specials page is the place to see what's live today. If you have a vehicle to trade, the dealership's sell or trade page explains how to get an offer. The store also lists a 3-day or 300-mile return or exchange policy on new vehicles, a program the return and exchange page describes in full, and a lifetime limited warranty program on new vehicles, with terms on the lifetime warranty page. Both have conditions, so read them before you buy.

Pricing questions people ask

How much is it to lease a new Chevy Blazer?

It depends on the trim, the term, the mileage allowance, the amount due at signing, and whatever manufacturer incentives are active that month. Because those pieces change, the most useful number is a quote on a specific 2LT, 3LT, or RS from Lee Johnson Chevrolet, not a generic estimate from a website.

Is it better to lease or buy a Chevy Blazer?

Neither is right for everyone. Leasing suits a driver who stays under a mileage limit and likes the idea of a new vehicle every few years, while buying suits someone who plans to keep the Blazer for a long time or drives a lot. The dealership's finance team can run both options against your budget side by side.

What is the sales tax on a car in Kirkland, Washington?

The Department of Revenue lists 10.4% as the Kirkland rate for the current quarter, and a separate 0.5% motor vehicle sales/use tax applies to vehicle purchases starting in 2026, which puts the combined figure near 10.9%. There's no Washington income tax. The finance office applies the exact codes at signing.

Is a Blazer or an Equinox cheaper?

The Equinox is the smaller, lower-priced SUV in Chevrolet's lineup. The Blazer costs more at the start and gives you more size, sportier styling, and an available V6 on the RS. Which is the better value depends on whether you want to spend as little as possible or want the extra room and power.

Which is better, a Traverse or a Blazer?

They're built for different households. The Traverse is a three-row SUV for people who regularly carry more than five, and the Blazer is a five-seat, two-row SUV with a lower starting price and sportier looks. If you rarely need a third row, the Blazer's price and size are often the better match.

Get your exact number

For a price on a specific vehicle, check current new inventory at Lee Johnson Chevrolet or call the sales team at 425-296-7553. For what each trim includes, start with the 2026 Blazer overview, and for upkeep once you own one, see the service and repair guide.