2011 Chevrolet Equinox - Highly Efficient Crossover

Sport utility vehicles built on car chassis are called crossover utility vehicles, or CUVs, accurate characterization of the Chevrolet Equinox. This compact CUV to compete in a crowded segment that includes the Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR / V boasts something that none of the other models can say:. Best in class fuel economy
significantly redesigned for 2010 model year, Chevy Equinox powered by 2.4-liter Duratec four-cylinder engine. This efficient, but robust engine allows the Equinox to get 22 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway, and the second figure is one mpg better than the Ford Escape Hybrid offers. Optionally, customers can choose the 3.0-liter V6, but 182 hp four-cylinder model may be sufficient for most needs.
Chevrolet Equinox offers many features not normally available in this class, including:

Six-speed automatic transmission. Toyota and Honda offer a five-speed unit, which accounts for the Chevy's miles per gallon margin. model has six standard airbags, including dual action frontal air bags, head curtain side air bags and pelvic / thorax seat-mounted side airbags. Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control and four-wheel disc brakes. OnStar with directions and links included. remote start, which activates the air conditioning and seats can be heated if the temperature of the order. Programmable power lift gate. dual screen rear entertainment system.

Five-passenger Chevrolet Equinox is available in front or all-wheel drive. Alloy wheels in combination with 17-, 18 - or 19-inch tires are standard, and Equinox has electric power steering system, the second attribute is designed to save fuel
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Inside, the Equinox cabin includes a generous supply of storage bins, extra-large glove box, enclosed storage bin in the instrument panel located above the center console, a closed compartment located under the center armrest capable of housing a laptop computer. Yes, 21 century to solve the storage needs of Chevrolet Equinox.
Seating area with a cloth, but leather upholstery is optional. Other cabin amenities blue ambient lighting, tilt telescoping steering wheel, available touch screen navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, an internal high drive for song storage, rear view camera system and additional upgraded audio system with eight speakers.
Perhaps the only drawback for the Chevrolet Equinox is that the customer demand matching supply, which means that almost as soon as these popular CUVs hit dealer lots are sold. GM is keeping their inventories lean, but if you want a brand new Equinox you can have one on order by contacting your local Chevrolet dealership.