1988 Chevrolet Blazer
US · Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
The 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.7L 8-cylinder (350 V8) (FFS), 6.2L 8-cylinder (NO-CAT)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
- Economy
- 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder (FFS), 2.8L 6-cylinder (FFS), 4.3L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.7L 8-cylinder (350 V8) (FFS), 6.2L 8-cylinder (NO-CAT) | |
| Displacement | 2.5 L to 6.2 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
13 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- S10 Blazer 2WD · 2.5L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- S10 Blazer 2WD · 2.5L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- S10 Blazer 2WD · 2.8L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- S10 Blazer 2WD · 2.8L · RWD · 4-speed manual
- S10 Blazer 2WD · 2.8L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- S10 Blazer 2WD · 4.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD · 2.8L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD · 2.8L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD · 2.8L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- T10 (S10) Blazer 4WD · 4.3L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- V10 Blazer 4WD · 5.7L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- V10 Blazer 4WD · 5.7L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- V10 Blazer 4WD · 6.2L · AWD · 4-speed automatic · Diesel
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
07E088000: EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A…
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Reported October 24, 2007. View on NHTSA
06E043000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS…
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Reported May 19, 2006. View on NHTSA
06E026000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Reported March 23, 2006. View on NHTSA
93V119000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
SEVERE CORROSION DUE TO ROAD SALT AT THE JOINT OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER SECTION AND THE CAST OUTER SECTION CAN CAUSE THE SECTIONS TO SEPARATE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH NEW ROTORS WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION COATING. HOWEVER, IF REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE LININGS ARE NECESSARY, IT WILL BE DONE AT OWNER'S EXPENSE SINCE BRAKE LININGS ARE NORMAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS.
Reported August 2, 1993. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 22, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((305) (FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (FFS)), 6.2L 8-cylinder ((NO-CAT)) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) - 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
Varies by configuration: 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (FFS)), 6.2L 8-cylinder ((NO-CAT)) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS)), 2.8L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 4.3L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.7L 8-cylinder ((350 V8) (FFS)), 6.2L 8-cylinder ((NO-CAT)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer?
Combined fuel economy is 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1988 Chevrolet Blazer?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.