2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer: Kirkland Pricing & Leasing Guide

The MSRP picture, trim by trim

Chevrolet's own Trailblazer page leads with a "starting at" price that leaves out the destination freight charge, which is the way manufacturers usually advertise. The charge for a 2026 Trailblazer is $1,795, and it is added to every vehicle. When you compare quotes, check that each figure follows the same convention, since some third-party listings include destination and some do not. On Chevrolet's own comparison, the starting prices and the equipment that goes with them look like this.

• Trailblazer LS: $23,600 MSRP, $25,395 with destination. 1.2-liter turbo, front-wheel drive, 11-inch touchscreen.
• Trailblazer LT: $24,800 MSRP, $26,595 with destination. Adds black wheels, keyless open and start, remote start and roof rails.
• Trailblazer ACTIV: $28,200 MSRP, $29,995 with destination. 1.3-liter turbo standard, off-road suspension tuning, skid plate.
• Trailblazer RS: $28,200 MSRP, $29,995 with destination. 1.3-liter turbo standard, 19-inch black wheels, red interior accents.

All-wheel drive is available on every trim and brings the 1.3-liter turbo and a nine-speed automatic. Figures exclude tax, title, registration and fees.

What the starting price includes

A Trailblazer buyer at $23,600 gets an 11-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an 8-inch driver display, a rear vision camera, push-button start, a fold-flat front passenger seat and the Chevy Safety suite that Chevrolet describes as six driver-assistance features. Most of that list stays the same as you move up the ladder. What changes between trims is appearance, a few convenience features and, from the ACTIV and RS upward, the standard engine, which is why the jump from $24,800 to $28,200 is the largest step in the lineup.

The Kirkland math, in plain numbers

Washington has no state income tax. In exchange, vehicle purchases carry a sizable combined sales tax. Using the Department of Revenue's fourth-quarter 2026 rate table for car dealers, Kirkland motor vehicles are taxed at 10.3 percent, made up of a 6.5 percent state portion and a 3.8 percent local portion. Dealers must also collect an additional 0.5 percent motor vehicle sales tax on every retail sale or lease of a motor vehicle in the state. Add the two together and you land at about 10.8 percent of the selling price.

For a sense of scale, 10.8 percent of the $25,395 LS figure is about $2,740, of the $26,595 LT figure about $2,870, and of the $29,995 ACTIV or RS figure about $3,240. Those are illustrations, since the real number depends on the final selling price, any options and your registration address. Title and registration fees are separate, as are any documentary fees the dealership charges. Rates change each quarter, so confirm them with the dealership before you sign.

Offers worth asking about

Pricing on a new Chevrolet moves with manufacturer offers and dealership specials, and neither stays still for long. The dealership's new Chevrolet specials page is the first place to look, and you can pre-qualify online before you visit. Eastside shoppers have one more resource: Lee Johnson Chevrolet publishes a page on GM Supplier Pricing for eligible employees, with the steps for getting an authorization number and the documents to bring. Eligibility rules apply, so read the page before you count on it.

Buying or leasing a Trailblazer

Buying and leasing both work well on a vehicle at this price, and the right one depends on how long you keep cars. Buying fits drivers who plan to hold a vehicle for many years and want to own it outright at the end of the loan. Leasing fits drivers who like a new vehicle every few years and a predictable commitment. Washington applies its motor vehicle sales tax rates to the first 36 months of a lease, so the tax does not disappear with a lease, but it is spread across the payments. Lee Johnson Chevrolet lists leasing among its services, and the team can price both options on the same Trailblazer so you can compare. If you have a vehicle to trade, the lease-end and trade-in page explains the choices.

What Lee Johnson Chevrolet customers say about the buying process

Lee Johnson Chevrolet averages about 4.6 stars across more than 2,200 Google reviews. Chris A., who bought a 2026 Trailblazer, wrote that the team "made purchasing a vehicle smooth and pressure free." Susan M. described the store this way: "I love the family team feeling at [Lee Johnson Chevrolet]." Both comments describe a process that was explained instead of rushed, which is what a buyer comparing prices, taxes and offers hopes to find.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a new Trailblazer cost?

The 2026 Trailblazer starts at $23,600 MSRP for the LS and goes to $28,200 for the ACTIV and RS, with a $1,795 destination charge added to each. Taxes, title, registration and options are extra.

How much is a lease on a new Chevy Trailblazer?

Lease payments depend on the trim, the term, the mileage allowance and current manufacturer programs, and they change month to month. Ask the finance team at Lee Johnson Chevrolet for a current quote on the Trailblazer you want.

Is it better to lease or buy a Chevy Trailblazer?

Buying tends to suit drivers who keep a vehicle for many years, and leasing tends to suit drivers who prefer a new vehicle every few years. Getting both quotes on the same Trailblazer is the easiest way to compare them.

How much does a Trailblazer cost with taxes in Kirkland?

Starting from the $25,395 LS figure that includes destination, sales tax at roughly 10.8 percent adds about $2,740 before title, registration and fees. The final amount depends on the selling price, options and registration address.

Why are Chevrolet Trailblazers so cheap?

Chevrolet positions the Trailblazer as an entry-level small SUV, with small turbocharged engines, front-wheel drive as the starting point and one standard-size touchscreen across the lineup. The trade-off is a smaller body and less standard power than a larger SUV.

Is the Trailblazer available with all-wheel drive?

Yes. All-wheel drive is available on every trim and comes with the 1.3-liter turbo engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission.

Get a real number, not just a sticker price

The sticker is the beginning of the conversation. The 2026 Trailblazer overview and the LS, LT, ACTIV and RS guides cover what each trim includes, and the Lee Johnson Chevrolet finance team can price the exact Trailblazer you want, with taxes and fees included. Call sales at 425-296-7553 or visit at 11845 NE 85th in Kirkland.