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2010 Chevrolet Equinox Features Review

August 20, 2009

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

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The 2LT and LTZ can be equipped with a rear entertainment system and a navigation system
Edmunds

Standard equipment on all cars includes an auxiliary audio input, cruise control
Automobile Magazine

Available navigation system has voice recognition and comes with a 40-gigabyte hard-drive
MyRide.com

With an MSRP ranging from the low $22,000 range up to a fully optioned $37,000, the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox spans several budget categories. While it’s not as cheap as some of the vehicles in its class, reviews read by TheCarConnection.com indicate that the Equinox Chevrolet is still a bargain thanks to its high-tech features and solid construction.

Standard equipment on the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox varies significantly according to trim level, but Edmunds notes that all versions of the Chevy Equinox get “cruise control, air-conditioning, full power accessories, power front seat height adjustment, a sliding and reclining backseat…and a six-speaker stereo (with CD player, satellite radio and an auxiliary audio jack).” MyRide.com reports that buyers interested in the Equinox Chevrolet in LT trim get “upgraded cloth upholstery, floor mats, a compass, tinted glass, heated mirrors and a roof rack.” The top two trims, the 2LT and LTZ, both get “Bluetooth connectivity and a USB port for controlling your iPod,” according to Automobile Magazine, while audiophiles will be treated to “an eight-speaker Pioneer audio system and audio controls on the steering wheel.”

With the 2010 Equinox, Chevrolet has made high-tech gear an integral part of the options package; goodies ranging from a voice-recognition navigation system to rear parking sensors are available, but the associated price tags are steep. Beginning with the more mundane, Automobile Magazine says “an optional power liftgate opens to a programmable height to keep you from smacking the roof of your garage with your Equinox.”

Moving to the more interesting features, MyRide.com states that “remote engine starting and a leather-wrapped steering wheel” are available, along with “leather seats” and “heated front seats.” One of the real crowd-pleasers on the Chevy Equinox’s options list is the rear entertainment system, which Automobile Magazine reports features “two eight-inch monitors [that] are placed on the rear of the front seatbacks.” Last but not least, Cars.com notes that the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox offers a “touch-screen navigation system, which features a 40GB hard drive that can store songs” and is available for an additional $2,145.

Conclusion

Some buyers might balk at the prospect of a $35,000 Chevy two-row crossover, but features like a rear-seat DVD entertainment system will certainly tempt.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:The 2LT and LTZ can be equipped with a rear entertainment system and a navigation systemEdmundsStandard equipment on all cars includes an auxiliary audio input, cruise controlAutomobile MagazineAvailable navigation system has voice recognition and comes with a 40-gigabyte hard-driveMyRide.com With an MSRP ranging from the low $22,000 range up to a fully optioned $37,000, the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox spans several budget categories. While it’s not as cheap as some of the vehicles in its class, reviews read by TheCarConnection.com indicate that the Equinox Chevrolet is still a bargain thanks to its high-tech features and solid construction. Standard equipment on the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox varies significantly according to trim level, but Edmunds notes that all versions of the Chevy Equinox get “cruise control, air-conditioning, full power accessories, power front seat height adjustment, a sliding and reclining backseat…and a six-speaker stereo (with CD player, satellite radio and an auxiliary audio jack).” MyRide.com reports that buyers interested in the Equinox Chevrolet in LT trim get “upgraded cloth upholstery, floor mats, a compass, tinted glass, heated mirrors and a roof rack.” The top two trims, the 2LT and LTZ, both get “Bluetooth connectivity and a USB port for controlling your iPod,” according to Automobile Magazine, while audiophiles will be treated to “an eight-speaker Pioneer audio system and audio controls on the steering wheel.” With the 2010 Equinox, Chevrolet has made high-tech gear an integral part of the options package; goodies ranging from a voice-recognition navigation system to rear parking sensors are available, but the associated price tags are steep. Beginning with the more mundane, Automobile Magazine says “an optional power liftgate opens to a programmable height to keep you from smacking the roof of your garage with your Equinox.” Moving to the more interesting features, MyRide.com states that “remote engine starting and a leather-wrapped steering wheel” are available, along with “leather seats” and “heated front seats.” One of the real crowd-pleasers on the Chevy Equinox’s options list is the rear entertainment system, which Automobile Magazine reports features “two eight-inch monitors [that] are placed on the rear of the front seatbacks.” Last but not least, Cars.com notes that the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox offers a “touch-screen navigation system, which features a 40GB hard drive that can store songs” and is available for an additional $2,145. ConclusionSome buyers might balk at the prospect of a $35,000 Chevy two-row crossover, but features like a rear-seat DVD entertainment system will certainly tempt. 2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX STYLING | [7 out of 10] Car and Driver: “Expressively styled, with a hunkered-down road stance” Edmunds: “Looks more grown-up and sophisticated than its many competitors” Jalopnik: “Equinox delivers in spades when it comes to interior style” The first-generation ...

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The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox competes against some of the strongest-selling crossover vehicles on the market. In size and mission, it’s a lot like the Ford Escape, which also offers four- and six-cylinder engines, as well as a Hybrid version. The Escape gets worse gas mileage and feels less substantial in some ways, but it’s a safe bargain. The Honda CR-V is another best-seller with tried and true benefits like reliability and pert handling, though its sole engine is a four-cylinder that strains a little to perform. The latest Subaru Forester is rounder in shape and wider in reach; it’s won some big awards and rightly so. Its nimble performance is now equaled by a soft exterior and a high-quality interior, though it still falls behind in features.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. fb_1641114531 avatar by Lando Calrissian #1, Posted: 8/29/2009

    This is the type of vehicle that GM need to build more of. Most of the competition hasn't figured out how to provide a ton of room in relatively a small wheelbase. The Japanese seem to think everyone is no taller than 5'8 and has short legs. The fuel efficiency, cabin room, comfort, looks, price and utility beat the competition hands down. If you're worried about reliability, take a look at this story about the RAV4's problems http://usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/cars-trucks/daily-news/090828-Reports-Some-RAV4-Owners-Want-Toyota-to-Acknowledge-Transmission-Problems/

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