Chevrolet Equinox is a five-seat medium-size vehicle in the SUV category. For the 2015 model year, there are four trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.4L Inline-4 engine that produces 182 horsepower. Chevrolet Equinox has received a 4-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2015 Equinox has a relatively long wheelbase ( 112.5 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3758 - 3993 lbs.
2015 Equinox seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Equinox ia a class-leader on only two measurements - legs and head - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on hips.
Trim | 2015 Equinox L | 2015 Equinox LS | 2015 Equinox LT | 2015 Equinox LTZ |
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Starging MSRP | $22,120 | $24,520 | $26,170 - $28,170 | $31,920 |
Engine | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 | 2.4L Inline-4 |
HP | 182 hp | 182 hp | 182 hp | 182 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 22 MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
Highway | 32 MPG | 32 MPG | 32 MPG | 32 MPG |
Combined | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG | 26 MPG |
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2015 Equinox SUV comes in four trim levels, with an average price that is $180 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average less powerful engine, Equinox has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 24.5 mpg.
2015 Equinox SUV has a 4-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed five hundred and eighty-six complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Chevrolet, which by itself is a relatively high number.