GM has revealed the replacement for the popular Chevrolet Equinox crossover recently, which is set to make its official debut at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show. Dubbed by GM
as the “Swiss army knife” of cars, the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox may
deliver more style, and certainly greater efficiency, over the current
Equinox model.
The design of the new Chevrolet Equinox model is certainly
reminiscent of the current Chevrolet Malibu, which had quickly become
one of Chevrolet’s best-selling vehicles upon its release and has been
a popular model among Spokane Chevy
dealers. In addition to attractive styling, the new Equinox crossover
is more fuel efficient than its predecessor thanks to a 2.4-liter four
cylinder engine that’s expected to get about 30 miles per gallon on the
highway, and 21 mpg in city driving. Buyers will also be able to opt
for the 3.0-liter V6 engine that will offer 255 horsepower. This engine
will also provide 25 mpg on the highway and 18 mpg in city driving.
The 2010 Chevy Equinox features engines that now have direct-injection,
which feeds fuel directly into the cylinders instead of mixing it with
air first. This process helps boost power and fuel efficiency. Because
of these advantages, GM will be featuring direct injection on engines
in 38 of its 2010 model year vehicles, including models at Cadillac Philadelphia dealers.
Efficiency has been a key component of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Among the features that work to improve efficiency is the new electric
power steering system, which GM says adds another 11 miles on each full
tank of fuel, which will no doubt fuel Chevy dealers Chicago
sales where efficiency is a significant concern among buyers. The
windshield has also moved three inches forward at the base, helping to
make the latest Equinox more aerodynamic.
Mated to the Equinox’s more fuel efficient engines is an electronically controlled six-speed transmission, which Birmingham Chevrolet
expects to be yet another component that helps improve power and
efficiency in the 2010 model. Drivers can also enjoy a range of other
comforts such as XM Satellite Radio, a remote starting system, and of course GM’s OnStar
system. The interior of the 2010 Equinox also features a sliding rear
row of seats to improve legroom and also make the rear space more
usable.
Look for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox in dealer showrooms in the
middle part of 2009, when it will compete with the likes of the Ford
Escape and Mazda CX-7.
Joe Kent is a writer for TK Carsites, an automotive website design and marketing firm in Orange, CA, that specializes in working with car dealers nationwide.
