[trailblazer]

So far I don't see information suggesting they did increase power and for such a big vehicle I can see why. Any increases in power might not be too effective given its weight.
Chevy can win this game by keeping it to mostly aesthetics for now.

 

[trailblazer]

There are plenty of SUV's which utilize 4 cylinders effectively. Probably the best example of this is the X1, with its 2.0l turbocharged engine kicking out 228hp.

But the X1 is in a segment that is more closer to the size of the chevy trax than the Blazer.
Here, offering a I4 vs V6 is massively debated because by offering a 4 cylinder they're redefining whats expected of this segment.

 

[trailblazer]

if its really going to rival the Wrangler and a future Toyota FJ successor then they need to target the 270-300 horsepower range

 

[trailblazer]

Actually you're right, its more along the lines of a Tahoe rival but even then the Tahoe has preceded the Wrangler into more luxurious territory. Older generations came in closer or at least it did once they hit the used market in greater numbers compared to new.

 

[trailblazer]

What should be giving Ford even more of an advantage is how much capital they're freeing up by moving more towards utility vehicles and not diversifying as much.