Picture and Review: 2011 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 2WD
Picture: 2011 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 2WD
Picture: 2011 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 2WD
The crossover that fits your life
Meticulous craftsmanship and upscale styling combined with a flexible interior and class-leading highway fuel economy(5,6) sets Equinox apart from the rest. With 32 MPG highway and a highway driving range of up to 600 miles, Equinox beats Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and even Ford Escape Hybrid. Inside, there's comfort for five and the most rear-seat legroom in its class, along with advanced safety and security features for added peace of mind.
Most fuel-efficient crossover on the highway
Beats Ford Escape Hybrid
Automobilemag.com said, "Impressive [highway] fuel economy and smart packaging give the Equinox the opportunity to become a segment leader." And at32 MPG, Equinox stands out from the rest by offering highway fuel economy that Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and even a Ford Escape Hybrid can't match(5).
Go the extra mile
A fuel-saving 6-speed automatic transmission and a 2.4L ECOTEC 4-cylinder engine with direct injection means up to 600 highway miles between fill-ups.The 2.4L engine also features an ECO button that allows you to switch to a fuel-saving mode, which can increase your vehicle's fuel economy when compared to normal operation.
Comfort by design
Every aspect of the stylish interior was given considerable thought. Especially comfort and quietness. Equinox offers themost rear-seat legroom of any compact crossover, plus other comfort and convenience features like:
Standard power driver seat height and lumbaradjuster
Ten storage areas plus 63.7 cu. ft. of cargo space(9)
Available power-programmable liftgate that adjusts to your height
Quiet interior through use of acoustic laminated glass and sound-deadening materials
We know seat comfort is a top priority when selecting a new vehicle. That's why we conducted exhaustive testing and added some design flair in an attempt to make sitting in Equinox as comfortable as — or even more comfortable than — sitting in your living room.
Equinox safety
Advanced technologies help you avoid collisions, including:
The StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System with Traction Control and rollover mitigation
Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Four-wheel antilock brakes with Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Protection during a collision
Steel safety cage
Six air bags(10) with rollover sensors
LATCH system
OnStar can help you after a collision
In a crash, built-in sensors can automatically alertOnStar®(11), even if you can't respond. Automatic Crash Response comes standard for the first six months.
Techonolgy for the trip
With technology like an available Infotainment and Rear-Seat Entertainment Package, USB port(17) or a 4 GB hard drive, there's something for everyone.
Chevrolet Wi-Fi by Autonet Mobile(12) turns Equinox into a mobile hotspot:
Available dealer-installed GM-licensed accessory provides multiple users with full Internet access inside the vehicle and up to a 150-foot radius around the vehicle
Passengers can connect with friends on social sites, stream videos on long trips or find maps
Introducing truly mobile apps
With two new apps, our smart phone technology helps keep you moving like never before:
Free to download, the new MyChevrolet App for iPhone makes owning your vehicle effortless. Locate your nearest dealer, schedule routine maintenance and contact roadside assistance quickly and easily. Mark parking spots and set parking meter alarms with our helpful Find My Car feature. All with the power of Google Maps.
Or remotely start your vehicle, control the door locks, check the diagnostics and more from nearly anywhere with the OnStar MyLink* app. Included for the first 6 months you own your new Chevrolet, it puts unprecedented control in your hands.
Head of its class
See how Equinox stacks up against the competition in the chart at the right. With the most rear-seat legroom and the best highway fuel economy(5,6), Equinox is proof that beauty and utility can coexist peacefully.
Official Source: yahoo auto and Chevrolet.com
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