Chevrolet Equinox Overview

The Equinox compact crossover SUV is offered for 2011 in LS, 1LT, 2LT and LTZ trim levels with pricing before options ranging from around $23,000 to $30,000. The base engine is a 2.4-liter inline 4-cylinder making 182 hp, while a 3.0-liter E85-capable V6 available on all trims save for the base LS is good for 264 hp. With its standard 6-speed automatic transmission the Equinox comes with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

Fuel economy is quite good: up to 22 city/32 highway mpg with the 4-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive. The Chevy comes with a full list of standard safety features, including 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, electronic stability and traction control systems, 6 airbags, tire pressure monitoring and the full suite of OnStar safety and convenience services. Cargo capacity is a little low for this class of vehicle at up to 63.7 cubic feet. Available interior features include a dual-screen rear seat entertainment system, backup camera, power liftgate, navigation system with voice recognition, leather seating and an 8-speaker Pioneer audio system.