![]() "Indeed, the new Equinox soaks up bumps with nary a quiver through the cabin.The only downside is the big turning radius that affects U-turns and parking." - Edmunds (2019) Steering effort is what we expect from an SUV, with low effort at parking speeds and more weighting at highway speeds. "The Equinox has impressive handling abilities on a twisty road.It handles sweepers with surefooted consistency when not pushed too hard." - Autotrader That is, it drives like a small crossover. "Generally, the Equinox performs as we expected.Front-wheel drive comes standard, and all-wheel drive is available. However, it does have a wide turning radius, which limits its maneuverability in tight quarters. Its handling may surprise you, as this Chevy can take curvy roads without seeming overmatched, and it feels stable and planted when cornering. The Equinox rides smoothly over most road surfaces, making it a good choice for your daily commute. The little four-cylinder also seems buzzier and less refined than it is in the Malibu sedan, likely because it's working harder to move this heavier crossover." - Car and Driver (2018) The transmission is keen to shift into higher gears, presumably to benefit fuel economy on the EPA test cycle, which would be more tolerable if the downshifts weren't so sluggish when more power is requested. "The turbo 1.5-liter inline-four produces a decent amount of low-end torque, but the lazy six-speed automatic doesn't make the most of the output.Combined with a 9-speed automatic, this engine delivers impressive acceleration, decent fuel economy and a 3,500-lb tow rating." - Autotrader "If you want more gusto when stepping away from a red light or passing slower traffic on a 2-lane rural road, Chevrolet offers the 2.0-liter turbo. ![]() It feels slower than rival powerplants, and its fuel-saving stop-start function is annoying in operation and cannot be disabled." - Edmunds
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