Chevrolet Trailblazer
✓Suited to urban driving conditions and hilly roads locally
✓Effective air conditioning for coping with hot weather
✓Relatively large cargo area for a compact SUV (539 liters)
✓Modern exterior design with a strong road presence
✗High fuel consumption in urban traffic
✗Some owners report relatively high repair costs after the warranty period
✗1.3-liter turbo engine relatively underpowered versus the competition (only 155 hp)
✗Average interior trim level with cheap materials
Fiat 500X
✓Distinctive Italian design
✓Easy to maneuver in the city
✗Outdated navigation interface on older models
✗Less reliable than Japanese rivals