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1982 Pickup: The S10 model was first introduced by Chevrolet replacing the Isuzu built Chevy LUV pickup Manual transmissions used a rod & linkage style clutch Available engines: 84 HP / 1.9L 4 cyl 2 bbl carbureted 110 HP / 2.8L V6 2 bbl carbureted 1983 Blazer: The S10 Blazer series makes its debut Pickup: The extended cab was introduced Common: Insta-Trac 4x4 system was introduced Available engines: 84 HP / 1.9L 4 cyl 2 bbl carbureted 83 HP / 2.0L 4 cyl 2 bbl carbureted 110 HP / 2.8L V6 2 bbl carbureted 1984 Common: A heavy duty suspension and off-road package was introduced Hydraulic style clutch introduced Available engines: 84 HP / 1.9L 4 cyl 2 bbl carbureted 83 HP / 2.0L 4 cyl 2 bbl carbureted 110 HP / 2.8L V6 2 bbl carbureted 1985 Common: The 2.0L engine was discontinued and replaced with the 2.5L "Iron Duke" Available engines: 84 HP / 1.9L 4 cyl 2 bbl carbureted 92 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 110 HP / 2.8L V6 2 bbl carbureted 1986 Common: The 1.9L 4 cyl engine was discontinued The 2.8L V6 received Throttle Body Injection (TBI) and the TBI engines became computer controlled The interior was redesigned (dash board and door panels) Available engines: 92 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 1987 Common: The 2.8L engine was converted to a single serpentine belt Available engines: 92 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 1988 Common: The 4.3L V6 engine was introduced Available engines: 92 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 150 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 1989 Common: Rear wheel anti-lock brakes introduced The digital instrument cluster first appeared Available engines: 92 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 160 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 1990 Common: Improvements were made to the 2.5L 4 cyl engine and the 5 spd manual transmission Available engines: 105 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 160 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 1991 Blazer: A 4 door version of the Blazer and Jimmy was introduced A new Sport Package is offered on the 4 doors that includes two-tone paint, alloy wheels, and chrome trim A front bench seat option gave the 4 door models a six passenger capacity Pickup: 4wd models receive the 4.3L V6 as standard equipment Common: The front grill is redesigned to be one piece Available engines: 105 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 160 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 1992 Blazer: The high performance Vortec 4.3L V6 engine debuts Four wheel ABS becomes standard equipment Pickup: Extended cabs were offered with leather seats Common: The front bucket seats were redesigned and a new speedometer and 4 spoke steering wheel are added A premium sound system with CD player becomes an option An electronic-shift transfer case becomes an option on 4wd models Available engines: 105 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 160 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 195 HP / 4.3L V6 CPFI Vortec (Blazer only) 1993 Blazer: 2 door model available in LT trim package All models receive two-tone paint scheme in LT trim Manual lumbar adjusters on front seats become standard Common: The front grill is redesigned The 4.3L V6 engine received an internal balance shaft to reduce vibration Available engines: 105 HP / 2.5L 4 cyl TBI 125 HP / 2.8L V6 TBI 165 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 195 HP / 4.3L V6 CPFI Vortec (Blazer only) 1994 Pickup: A new body style is first offered All V6 trucks receive 4 wheel ABS while 4 cyl models get rear ABS The ZR2 off-road package is offered. It includes off-road suspension and tires, 3in lift, a wider track, wheel flares, and skid plates The SS package is offered with Vortec engine, sport suspension, and alloy wheels The high performance Vortec 4.3L V6 engine becomes available on the pickup Common: Side door gaurd beams are standard Also standard is a 3rd brake light The 2.8L V6 engine is discontinued and replaced by a 2.2L 4 cyl Available engines: 118 HP / 2.2L 4 cyl MPFI 165 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 195 HP / 4.3L V6 CMFI 195 HP / 4.3L V6 CPFI Vortec 1995 Blazer: All new body style based on the '94 S10 pickup Five different suspension packages are available The spare tire on 4 door model is now mounted below the cargo bay instead of inside it Driver side airbag and A/C are standard equipment Pickup: The ZR2 off-road package is offered on the extended-cab Driver side airbag is added A manual transmission can be ordered with the 191HP 4.3L V6 Common: Daytime running lights (DRL) become standard Available engines: 118 HP / 2.2L 4 cyl MPFI 155 HP / 4.3L V6 TBI 191 HP / 4.3L V6 CMFI Vortec 1996 Blazer: A 5 spd manual transmission is optional on 2 door models 5 new colors are offered Pickup: 4 cyl models receive an optional 5 spd manual transmission for better acceleration and 4 wheel ABS The new Sportside cargo box is offered The extended-cab models get a third-door on the driver's side to facilitate loading cargo and passengers Common: Available engines: 118 HP / 2.2L 4 cyl SFI 175 HP (2wd) / 180 HP (4wd) 4.3L V6 CSFI 180 HP (2wd) / 190 HP (4wd) 4.3L V6 CSFI 1997 Blazer: All wheel drive Blazers get 4-wheel disc brakes Base Blazers get a chrome grill, while LT 4 door models have body color grills A power sunroof is offered 4 door models get the option of a 1-piece liftgate or the standard tailgate Common: The automatic transmission is refined resulting in smoother more efficient shifts Available engines: 118 HP / 2.2L 4 cyl SFI 175 HP (2wd) / 180 HP (4wd) 4.3L V6 CSFI 180 HP (2wd) / 190 HP (4wd) 4.3L V6 CSFI 1998 Common: The S-series gets a facelift and a new interior with dual airbags Other changes include new radios and automatic headlight control Available engines: 120 HP / 2.2L 4 cyl SFI 180 HP (2wd) / 190 HP (4wd) 4.3L V6 CSFI 1999 Blazer: New power seating features Upgraded sound system options with available redundant radio controls in the steering wheel Pickup: The all new Xtreme sport package replaces the SS model Common: The AutoTrac electronic push button transfer case is available on some 4wd models Available engines: 120 HP / 2.2L 4 cyl SFI 180 HP (2wd) / 190 HP (4wd) 4.3L V6 CSFI