![]() The 2LT ($25,970) and 2LT AWD ($27,720) get automatic climate control, eight-way power driver's seat, heated front seats, 250-watt Pioneer audio system, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with a rearview camera display, remote engine starting, and fog lights.Įquinox LTZ ($28,320) and LTZ AWD ($30,070) add leather upholstery, a rear cargo cover, cargo net, roof rack cross bars, memory for the driver's seat and mirrors, heated front seats, rear park assist, automatic headlights, power rear liftgate and chrome exterior trim. New for 2011 are Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls. The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS 2WD ($22,745) and LS AWD ($24,495) come with cloth upholstery air conditioning cruise control tilt/telescoping steering column AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo auxiliary input jack XM satellite radio power windows, locks and mirrors remote keyless entry four-way power driver's seat 60/40 split-folding rear seat floor mats driver information center (which now includes a compass) six months of the OnStar Directions and Connections plan and P225/65R17 tires on painted alloy wheels.Įquinox LT 2WD ($23,910) and LT AWD ($25,660) get upgraded cloth upholstery, deep-tinted privacy glass, heated mirrors and a roof rack. While the last model's handling was too sloppy for many, that problem has been remedied, making the Equinox a compelling choice in the entry crossover SUV market. Its roomy cabin and reasonable pricing make the Chevrolet Equinox attractive, and buyers can get some nice amenities they wouldn't expect in this price range. The useful MultiFlex rear seat offers eight inches of travel, so tall passengers can ride in back or the driver can push the rear seat forward to carry more cargo. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, and they have 10 inches of travel, so drivers of all sizes will fit. ![]() The interior materials look and feel like hard plastic, though.Įquinox offers plenty of space for passengers and cargo. There are some nice amenities, including ice blue ambient lighting, dual-zone automatic climate control, a hard-drive audio system, a dual-screen rear DVD entertainment system, and a power rear liftgate. Inside, the Equinox has an attractively designed interior. We found that the Equinox absorbs even sharp bumps without disrupting passenger comfort with either the standard 17-inch or available 18-inch wheels. It's not sporty, but it's on par with its main competitors, including the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. It is more carlike than the pre-2010 models, with less lean in turns. The current Equinox handles better than its predecessor, and ride quality is quite good. The V6 does offer Flex-Fuel capability for 2011, however, if ethanol is your preferred fuel. So we recommend the standard 2.4-liter engine. The available 3.0-liter V6 is rated at 264 horsepower and 222 pound-feet of torque, but we didn't think it felt much more powerful than the four-cylinder. Lots of sound insulation makes it quieter than most four-cylinders and we think it's a capable engine. A front-wheel-drive Equinox gets an EPA-estimated 22/32 mpg City/Highway. The standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder uses direct injection for more power and better fuel economy. In short, it's a good value.Įquinox offers a choice of four-cylinder or V6 engines. And the Equinox comes with luxury and technology amenities not expected in its price class. The Equinox has pricing and features of a compact SUV, but it's a little larger, and closer in size to a midsize SUV. Some people believe the second year of production is the sweet spot because they've ironed out all the bugs but it's still new. The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox comes with more standard equipment than the 2010, but it is otherwise identical. ![]() GM says that more than half of Equinox buyers have switched from non-GM brands, and that to keep up with demand, the company is retooling part of the plant to increase production capacity. The Chevrolet Equinox was redesigned for 2010, and the second-generation model has been a resounding success.
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