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The '''[[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] Equinox''' is a mid-size [[crossover SUV]] from [[Chevrolet]], introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year. Mechanically similar to the [[Saturn VUE]], the styling is very different. It replaced the [[Chevrolet Tracker]] in the lineup. | The '''[[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] Equinox''' is a mid-size [[crossover SUV]] from [[Chevrolet]], introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year. Mechanically similar to the [[Saturn VUE]], the styling is very different. It replaced the [[Chevrolet Tracker]] in the lineup. | ||
The Equinox uses the GM Theta platform and is produced at the CAMI Automotive [[General Motors Corporation|GM]]/[[Suzuki]] joint venture plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada | The Equinox uses the GM Theta platform and is produced at the CAMI Automotive [[General Motors Corporation|GM]]/[[Suzuki]] joint venture plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada. | ||
See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Chevrolet Equinox Review]]'''. | |||
===Recent Changes=== | |||
===Styles and Major Options=== | |||
===Pricing=== | |||
Today's actual prices for the [[Chevrolet]] Equinox can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/chevrolet/equinox/prices CarsDirect]. | |||
<table border=1 tablecolor=#000000 bordercolor=#000008> | |||
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<td colspan=4> | |||
'''Equinox Trims''' | |||
</td> | |||
</tr> | |||
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc> | |||
<td> | |||
LS [[2WD]] | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
LT [[2WD]] | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
LS [[AWD]] | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
LT [[AWD]] | |||
</td> | |||
</tr> | |||
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff> | |||
<td colspan=4> | |||
''MSRP'' | |||
</td> | |||
</tr> | |||
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<td> | |||
$22,180 | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
$22,970 | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
$23,680 | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
$24,470 | |||
</td> | |||
</tr> | |||
<tr bgcolor=#66ccff> | |||
<td colspan=4> | |||
''Invoice'' | |||
</td> | |||
</tr> | |||
<tr bgcolor=#ffffcc> | |||
<td> | |||
$20,671 | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
$21,408 | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
$22,069 | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
$22,806 | |||
</td> | |||
</tr> | |||
</table> | |||
===Gas Mileage=== | |||
As seen on the [http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/findacar.htm FuelEconomy.gov] website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows: | |||
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'''Trim''' | |||
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Equinox [[AWD]] | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
Equinox [[2WD]] | |||
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<td colspan=2 bgcolor=#cccccc> | |||
'''MPG''' | |||
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19/25 | |||
</td> | |||
<td> | |||
19/26 | |||
</td> | |||
</tr> | |||
</table> | |||
===Reliability=== | |||
===Safety=== | |||
===Photos=== | |||
===Colors=== | |||
Available colors will vary by trim, and a full list is viewable at [http://www.carsdirect.com/chevrolet/equinox/colors CarsDirect.com.] Some of the possible combinatins include: | |||
'''Exterior''' | |||
*Bermuda Green Metallic | |||
*Black | |||
*Granite Gray Metallic | |||
*Sandstone Metallic | |||
*Silverstone Metallic | |||
*Summit White | |||
'''Interior''' | |||
*Dark Gray | |||
*Light Cashmere | |||
*Light Gray | |||
===Main Competitors=== | |||
*[[Honda Element]] | |||
*[[Toyota RAV4]] | |||
*[[Ford Escape]] | |||
*[[Mazda Tribute]] | |||
*[[Honda CR-V]] | |||
*[[Jeep Liberty]] | |||
*[[Subaru Forester]] | |||
==Hybrid Models== | |||
==Unique Attributes== | |||
==Resale Values== | |||
According to [http://www.kbb.com Kelley Blue Book,] "as for resale, Kelley Blue Book projects the Equinox to retain an average resale value, on par with the [[Ford Escape]] and [[Mitsubishi Outlander]], but well below the [[Honda CR-V]], [[Toyota RAV4]] and [[Subaru Forester]]." | |||
==Criticisms== | |||
*"If you're enthusiastic about the driving experience, the lack of a manual shifter and the numb electric power steering may not appeal to you. And the Equinox's well laid-out interior begs for more in the way of color and contrast." - Kelley Blue Book | |||
==First Generation: (2005–present)== | |||
The Equinox is larger than the VUE, riding on a 112.5 in (2857 mm) wheelbase, 5.9 in (149.9 mm) longer than the Saturn. It has much in common with the [[Pontiac Torrent]] and 2007 [[Suzuki XL-7]], however. | The Equinox is larger than the VUE, riding on a 112.5 in (2857 mm) wheelbase, 5.9 in (149.9 mm) longer than the Saturn. It has much in common with the [[Pontiac Torrent]] and 2007 [[Suzuki XL-7]], however. | ||
==Worldwide== | |||
The 3.4 L LNJ [[V6]] engine is made in China. | |||
==Design quirks and oddities== | |||
==Awards== | |||
==See also== | |||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
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This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Equinox Chevrolet Equinox], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chevrolet_Equinox&action=history contributors]. | This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Equinox Chevrolet Equinox], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Chevrolet_Equinox&action=history contributors]. | ||
[[Category:Current Models]] | |||
[[Category:All wheel drive vehicles]] | [[Category:All wheel drive vehicles]] | ||
[[Category:Chevrolet vehicles|Equinox]] | [[Category:Chevrolet vehicles|Equinox]] | ||
Revision as of 16:31, 2 January 2007
The Chevrolet Equinox is a mid-size crossover SUV from Chevrolet, introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year. Mechanically similar to the Saturn VUE, the styling is very different. It replaced the Chevrolet Tracker in the lineup.
The Equinox uses the GM Theta platform and is produced at the CAMI Automotive GM/Suzuki joint venture plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada.
See Wikicars' comprehensive Chevrolet Equinox Review.
Recent Changes
Styles and Major Options
Pricing
Today's actual prices for the Chevrolet Equinox can be found at CarsDirect.
|
Equinox Trims |
|||
|
LS 2WD |
LT 2WD |
LS AWD |
LT AWD |
|
MSRP |
|||
|
$22,180 |
$22,970 |
$23,680 |
$24,470 |
|
Invoice |
|||
|
$20,671 |
$21,408 |
$22,069 |
$22,806 |
Gas Mileage
As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
|
Trim |
|
|
Equinox AWD |
Equinox 2WD |
|
MPG |
|
|
19/25 |
19/26 |
Reliability
Safety
Photos
Colors
Available colors will vary by trim, and a full list is viewable at CarsDirect.com. Some of the possible combinatins include:
Exterior
- Bermuda Green Metallic
- Black
- Granite Gray Metallic
- Sandstone Metallic
- Silverstone Metallic
- Summit White
Interior
- Dark Gray
- Light Cashmere
- Light Gray
Main Competitors
Hybrid Models
Unique Attributes
Resale Values
According to Kelley Blue Book, "as for resale, Kelley Blue Book projects the Equinox to retain an average resale value, on par with the Ford Escape and Mitsubishi Outlander, but well below the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Subaru Forester."
Criticisms
- "If you're enthusiastic about the driving experience, the lack of a manual shifter and the numb electric power steering may not appeal to you. And the Equinox's well laid-out interior begs for more in the way of color and contrast." - Kelley Blue Book
First Generation: (2005–present)
The Equinox is larger than the VUE, riding on a 112.5 in (2857 mm) wheelbase, 5.9 in (149.9 mm) longer than the Saturn. It has much in common with the Pontiac Torrent and 2007 Suzuki XL-7, however.
Worldwide
The 3.4 L LNJ V6 engine is made in China.
Design quirks and oddities
Awards
See also
External links
This page uses content from Wikipedia; see Chevrolet Equinox, which includes these contributors.
