Rumors of a being in the works have been confirmed with the debut of the 2019 Chevy Blazer today in Atlanta. However, unlike the old that last graced Chevrolet showrooms during the , the new model is built on a unibody structure shared with the .

News of the unibody will likely disappoint some fans of the , but the migration to the more compliant foundation from a full frame is hardly new among SUVs. The and have previously made the switch.

Instead of offering rugged off-road capabilities like the , the new Blazer will instead cater to customers looking for a stylish and versatile five-passenger crossover SUV, which slots between the relatively bland-looking and in the Chevrolet lineup. To make more of a visual statement, Blazer designers looked to the for a little inspiration giving the SUV a wide stance, tall hood, big grille and skinny headlights up front. A high beltline runs along the sides that lead back to the strong rear haunches.

For base-level , 18-inch wheels will be standard with 20-inchers available. The and range-topping Premier will ride on 20-inch wheels or optional 21-inchers. Sleeker and meaner looks on the RS come courtesy of blacked-out exterior accents, while the Premier wears a tasteful amount of chrome for a more premium appearance.

The  design cues continue in the cabin with a center stack that borrows heavily from the sports car with familiar climate controls for the dual-zone system and round air vents. Depending on trim level, different accent bits and colors will dress the interior with the RS getting red touches and the Premier offering a two-tone design theme withgalvanized chrome trim.

Other cabin features include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, sliding rear seat, optional panoramic roof and hands-free power liftgate. When it comes to carrying stuff, the offers 64.2 cubic-feet of cargo space with the backseats folded down.

For tech, the latest system handles infotainment with an 8-inch touchscreen, audio, and both and capabilities. There's no shortage of smart device charge options, either, with entry-level Blazers featuring four USB outlets, while RS and Premier get six USB ports and come standard with a wireless charging pad. Available safety technologies include adaptive cruise control and rear camera mirror.

Two engines will be offered with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder producing 193 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque serving as the base engine. Those looking for additional grunt can spring for a 3.6-liter V6 with 305 horses and 269 pound-feet that offers an estimated tow capacity of 4,500 pounds. Both engines work with a 9-speed automatic transmission in front- or all-wheel drive configurations.

The new 2019 Chevrolet will go on sale in early 2019 to battle it out with the likes of the , and . No official pricing details are available yet, but a base price tag in the low $30,000-range similar to its competitors seems like a good bet.