I Bought My Chevy Blazer EV SS a Month Ago, and My Wife Loved It So Much We Went Back for Another One Weeks Later

Some electric vehicles make a strong first impression, while others leave such a lasting mark that you find yourself back at the dealership weeks later, this time with your spouse asking to pick out one of their own. That’s what happened to Erik Grudzien, whose Chevy Blazer EV SS ownership story just took a surprising and rather wholesome twist. This morning, I was scrolling through the “Chevy Blazer EV Group” group on Facebook when I came across his post. He shared that after owning his Blazer SS for just over a month, his wife liked it so much they returned to the same dealership to buy a second one This time choosing a rear-wheel-drive RS in Galaxy Gray. Thanks to a 0% APR offer and generous rebates, the decision was an easy one. 

As Erik put it himself: "Welp, I had my Blazer SS for a bit over a month now. Wife liked it so much that we went back to the same dealer for another Blazer. We picked up a Galaxy Gray RWD RS, same as my SS minus the front motor. The 0% APR promo and rebates made it an easy choice. The salesman was happy when I called him up and said we wanted to look at another Blazer."

For a growing number of Chevy EV buyers, stories like this aren’t outliers. It’s a reflection of how quickly the Blazer EV is catching on, especially when paired with aggressive dealership incentives and a lineup that offers just enough trim variety to meet different needs.

Why Go from the SS to the RS?

The original purchase was the high-performance Blazer EV SS, a dual-motor AWD configuration designed for drivers who want power and tech all rolled into a bold, futuristic design. The second Blazer, an RS RWD, ditched the front motor but kept the same rear-drive unit, maintaining the visual appeal while trimming back performance and cost.

In a follow-up comment under his post, Erik was asked by Daniel Uddin, “How’s the punch for the RWD off the line?”

Erik responded:

"Not quite as hard as the SS. It still did fling cargo we had in the trunk back when we punched it. But given it's the same RWD motor and the SS uses the rear wheels unless power's commanded, normal driving feels 95% the same."

That last sentence hits an important point because many drivers don’t fully utilize dual-motor setups outside of performance scenarios. So for everyday driving, the RS feels nearly identical, especially when you're just cruising through traffic or merging onto the highway. For families, it’s often a more practical and cost-efficient pick.

And Erik isn’t alone in finding that balance. Alan Garth Osborne chimed in:

"Similar story, shorter timeline. I turned around and got hers the same day. Went from having two ICE cars to all EV! Congratulations."

More and more buyers are seeing the Blazer EV as a family-ready alternative to both gasoline SUVs and higher-priced competitors. Whether it’s a budget-conscious household upgrading one car at a time or a spontaneous switch to full EV life, the incentives and the drive quality are clearly working in GM’s favor here.

Stuart Monohan added another layer of reassurance in the thread:

"We have the Galaxy Gray Blazer EV as well. Don’t let any doubters get to you. You guys already know what’s going on. We’ve had ours for 9 months and 21,000 miles with zero issues. There was the time we had to add windshield washer fluid though."

It’s the kind of confidence that shows just how well some Blazer EVs are aging, even as online debate continues around early software bugs or service center confusion. And while one recent Blazer EV story shared on Torque News showed frustrations from owners stuck waiting on simple maintenance due to software limitations, others like Stuart and Erik prove that the ownership experience can be smooth and even uneventful in the best possible way.

Incentives That Tip the Scale

0% APR and rebates aren’t always enough to get buyers off the fence—but in this case, it sealed the deal. In fact, it echoes a similar story covered recently where one husband kept stealing his wife's Blazer EV, eventually giving in and buying his own. The deals, combined with actual household utility, are giving GM's electric lineup a unique edge. Even Tesla drivers are now being targeted with trade-in offers for the Blazer EV.

These incentives, often coupled with dealer-specific markdowns, are helping Chevy undercut rivals while offering more traditional SUV styling. And with increasing public interest in EVs that don’t look like futuristic pods, the Blazer has positioned itself decently.

That's why stories like Erik’s matter more than they seem. They’re not just about someone buying a second car, because they represent a shift in consumer confidence. Not long ago, most EV stories revolved around risk, range anxiety, or tech uncertainty. But this? This is about someone liking their experience so much that they bought another version of the same thing within a few weeks. 

And that’s the strongest sign yet that Chevy’s EV formula, at least with the Blazer, might be a winner. Of course, there are still wrinkles to iron out, as some owners have reported frustrating software-related issues, but the bigger picture shows a wave of buyers who are impressed enough to double down. That’s not something we are used to seeing often.

Final Takeaways

• Consumer Confidence: Erik’s experience buying two Blazer EVs in a matter of weeks shows growing trust in Chevy’s electric SUV lineup.
• Trim Similarity: The differences between the SS and RS trims are more minimal during everyday driving, especially for those not pushing performance limits.
• Incentives That Work: 0% APR and rebates are proving to be powerful motivators for EV buyers, especially when paired with positive early impressions.
• Community Satisfaction: Other owners are echoing similar sentiments, with many so happy with their Blazers that they’re replacing their entire household fleet with EVs.
• Growing Momentum: As GM works out software and service kinks, real-world success stories like this are becoming the Blazer EV’s most convincing marketing tool.

What About You?

Have you ever gone back to the dealership for a second version of the same car? What made you do it?

And if you’ve made the switch to an EV, Blazer or not, what pushed you over the edge? 

I would love to hear about your experiences in the comments below.

Aram Krajekian is a young automotive journalist bringing a fresh perspective to his coverage of the evolving automotive landscape. Follow Aram on X and LinkedIn for daily news coverage about cars.

Image Sources: The “Chevy Blazer EV Group” public Facebook group and Chevrolet’s Gallery, respectively.