Test Vehicle’s MSRP: $33,625 (Base model: $24,995)
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety Features: airbags; ABS; rearview camera; a stability control system; heated exterior mirrors; and a tire pressure monitoring system
Options: leather wrapped shift lever; rear liftgate power; remote vehicle start; lane change alert with side blind zone alert; rear cross traffic alert system; rear park assist; power adjustable outside mirrors; heated front seats; navigation system; 8-inch infotainment system; and two USB center console
Other
Trim Levels:
LS
Premier
Compatible with AppleCar Play and Android: Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity: Yes
USB Connectivity: Depending upon the trim.
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 3 years or 36,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Standard Engine/Horsepower: 1.5-liter turbo, 4-cylinder/170-hp
Recommended Fuel: Regular
Standard Engine Fuel Mileage:
17-city/25-hwy
Towing Capability: 1,500 to 3,500 lbs
Why:
General Motors’ best-selling
compact crossover is available in a front wheel drive or an all-wheel drive configuration.
The roomy five passenger compact crossover/SUV is available in a variety of
trim levels, ranging from a base L model to a top of the line 3LT trim. Tires
sizes on the vehicle can range from 17-inch up to 19-inch. Our test model was
outfitted with stately 18-inch wheels.
Buyers
can opt for the base 1.5-liter turbo, a diesel engine or the upgraded 2.0-liter,
smooth- shifting turbo engine, which powered our review vehicle.
Its no
wonder why the Equinox continues to be so popular. While its classified as a compact
crossover/SUV, the vehicle can actually rival many of today's midsize crossovers/SUVs. Its quite noticable in the ride. In fact, the suspension system makes this a great road vehicle too.
Also upon entering the vehicle, one will notice the features are well laid out, making it easy-to-use and navigate (no pun intended).
Also upon entering the vehicle, one will notice the features are well laid out, making it easy-to-use and navigate (no pun intended).
Depending
upon the trim, buyers can opt for a hands free power liftgate to a dual zone
automatic climate control system to leather seats to a wireless charging system
to a heated steering wheel.
And
buyers also have access to the latest safety driving aids too. In addition to
an electronic blind spot system, a radar-activated cruise control system and a
front pedestrian braking system is available.
The
vehicle also offers great visibility, its easy to maneuver and offers loads of utility
space. The rear seats can be folded down
to accommodate additional cargo, when needed.
Lastly,
the Equinox and its sibling the GMC Terrain no longer see themselves as ‘Me-Too’
vehicles. The interior and exterior are both quite distinctive. In fact the GMC
uses a piano-like push button system, as opposed to a traditional gear shifter.
But: GM has confirmed that a diesel
engine will not be available for the 2020 model year. Thus, this leaves the Mazda CX-5, as the lone ranger in the segment, starting in 2020 with the availability of a diesel engine.
And,
while the styling is distinctive from its sibling, it takes a moment to acquire
a taste for the front fascia. However, that’s seems to be sentiment with a
number of vehicles that wear the Chevy badge.
Verdict:
For those seeking
what seems to be a highly reliable, trouble-free vehicle, according to latest JD
Power IQS, the Equinox should be on top of one’s shopping list. With its car-like ride and host of available trims,
one should not have any difficulty finding a compact crossover that meets one’s
daily needs.
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