2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV vs 2026 Chevrolet Traverse:
Safety comparison — crash avoidance & crash test ratings
Side-by-side comparison of standard crash-avoidance technologies and NHTSA/IIHS crash test ratings. Driver assistance and convenience features are covered in the full comparison.
Quick take
Both vehicles score closely on overall safety (95 vs 97). The difference comes down to individual crash-avoidance features and test ratings. Both vehicles are evenly matched on the 4 core crash-avoidance technologies. The Chevrolet Traverse achieves a higher IIHS designation (Not awarded vs Top Safety Pick). Overall, the Chevrolet Traverse has the stronger safety package, leading on 1 of 6 measured features versus 0 for the Chevrolet Blazer EV (5 tied). Check the full comparison for cost of ownership, powertrain, and livability scores — safety is one of five pillars in the MotiveGrid Score.
Crash avoidance(0–0–4)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Chevrolet Blazer EV vs Chevrolet Traverse)
Crash test ratings(0–1–1)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Chevrolet Blazer EV vs Chevrolet Traverse)
Data reflects standard equipment at the base MSRP. Optional packages like Ford BlueCruise, GM Super Cruise, and Tesla FSD are not scored (Tesla FSD is the lone curated exception). Crash test data from NHTSA and IIHS. ADAS data verified against manufacturer spec pages.
See the full Chevrolet Blazer EV vs Chevrolet Traverse comparison — all five pillars including cost of ownership, powertrain, driver assistance, and livability: