The triple door seals and the acoustic dampening of the engine make for a very … quiet ride. I am very pedantic with vehicles and so the ride of a vehicle is the first thing I check out.
My wife and I both choose this vehicle after test driving this SUV along with Honda CRV, Ford Escape, and Toyota Rav4. We have own our 2012 Equinox since November 2011. Other options include 18- and 19-inch chrome-clad alloy wheels, a sunroof, a navigation system and a new forward collision/lane departure warning system. Many of the standard features found on the upper trim levels can be added to less expensive models via optional packages.
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Spring for the top-of-the-line LTZ and you'll get automatic headlights, a power liftgate, rear parking sensors, perforated leather upholstery and driver memory settings. Stepping up to the 2LT adds foglamps, remote start, automatic climate control, heated front seats, an eight-way power driver seat, an auto-dimming mirror and an eight-speaker Pioneer sound system. The LT trim level is divided into two different models, with the 1LT adding tinted rear windows, roof rack side rails, heated outside mirrors, a rearview camera, premium cloth upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and an upgraded sound system with a 7-inch touchscreen and iPod/USB audio interface.
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Standard equipment for the LS includes 17-inch alloy wheels, air-conditioning, cloth upholstery, a partial power driver seat (height adjustment only), a sliding and reclining rear seat, cruise control, full power accessories, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with audio controls, Bluetooth, OnStar and a six-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio and an auxiliary audio jack. With the V6, front-wheel-drive models return an estimated 17/24/20, with all-wheel-drive versions coming in at 16/23/19. In Edmunds testing of the mechanically identical GMC Terrain, the V6 was good enough for a 0-60 sprint of 8.3 seconds - a little pokey for the segment. These estimates are very impressive however, in real-world testing we found that it falls short of them, especially on the highway.Īvailable on all trims but the LS is a 3.0-liter V6 good for 264 hp and 222 lb-ft of torque. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 20/29/23 with all-wheel drive. In Edmunds testing, a front-drive Equinox went from zero to 60 mph in 9.3 seconds, which is an average number for this segment. Every Equinox regardless of engine comes standard with a six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive all-wheel drive is optional.
If neither of those issues is enough to put you off, though, the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox's collection of otherwise desirable attributes should be enough to make it a top choice for a small crossover SUV.Įvery 2012 Chevrolet Equinox comes standard with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 182 hp and 172 pound-feet of torque. It also comes up a bit short in terms of maneuverability and agility when measured against sportier compact crossovers like the Kia Sportage and Subaru Forester. The most notable is a comparative lack of cargo capacity against the likes of the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. Like its GMC Terrain twin, the 2012 Chevy Equinox does have a few minor weaknesses. Both of these engines deliver respectable acceleration, and the four-cylinder is notable for its above-average fuel economy (even though we've found it doesn't quite meet its lofty EPA estimates). Under the hood you'll find a choice of either a 182-horsepower inline-4 or a 264-hp V6. Sadly, you can no longer get the optional rear seat entertainment system: a rare and welcome feature in this class. In terms of equipment, the Chevy is fully competitive, with plenty of standard features and some nice upgrades like a hard-drive-based navigation system. Ride quality is another plus, with the Equinox delivering a stable, well-planted ride indicative of a bigger SUV. With a rear seat that slides back to create an expanse worthy of a prom-night limousine, the 2012 Equinox easily counts rear legroom among its strengths.
This second generation of Chevrolet's compact crossover now offers a distinctive look and a level of refinement that makes it a viable alternative to the long-popular category leaders from Honda and Toyota. Relegated to also-ran status just a few short years ago, the Chevrolet Equinox has moved to the front of the small SUV pack.
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