![]() ![]() But, what’s always most important is safety. Performance, fuel efficiency and interior comfort are just a few big factors everyone thinks about. Multiple options are available and grouped into packages that include a Confidence & Convenience I/II (safety features) and Sun, Sound & Navigation.When buying a new vehicle, there are multitudes of factors to consider and think about before making a decision and choosing one car.The range-topping Premier trim steps up to leather upholstery with heated front seats, hands-free liftgate, dual-zone climate controls and remote start capabilities.The Equinox is equipped in base form with active noise cancellation, Wi-Fi hotspot, LED running lights and 12-volt outlets in the front, rear and cargo area.Navigation, Bose Premium Audio and HD radio can be added in a “Sun, Sound & Navigation” package that includes a power sunroof.These models also utilize a second 7-inch touchscreen for vehicle controls. Premier trims get an 8-inch touchscreen with SiriusXM and wireless smartphone charging.Bluetooth and 4G LTE hotspot capabilities are also standard in every Equinox. Chevrolet’s MyLink system is the default infotainment offering and includes a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.Standard safety equipment on higher trims like the Premier model include low-speed automatic braking, rear cross-traffic alerts, blind-spot monitors, forward-collision alerts, lane-keep assist and surround-view cameras.Every Equinox is equipped with GM’s OnStar system and a Teen Driver mode that allows limitations to be placed on vehicle operations like top speed and radio volume.All-wheel drive only impacts highway driving, with estimates coming in at 28/38/32 mpg. With diesel and front-wheel drive on board, the Equinox is the most efficient, at 28 mpg city/39 mpg highway/32 mpg combined.The Equinox with FWD and 2.0-liter engine reach 22 mpg city/29 mpg highway/25 mpg combined, and 22/28/24 mpg with AWD.With AWD, those figures change to 24/30/26 mpg respectively. When equipped with the 1.5-liter engine and FWD, the EPA estimates fuel economy at 26 mpg city/32 mpg highway/28 combined.The Equinox reaches its max trailering ability of 3,500 pounds with the 2.0-liter gas engine under the hood. ![]()
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