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(1 reviews)*'13 equinox*
Jon rector • Feb 15, 2024
2.5*it has a lot of issues for its year, especially when it starts to get high in mileage the worse it gets, you have to replace a lot of the parts earlier then expected and the engine was not designed well*...Read More
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The Chevrolet Equinox is a timeless masterpiece that has now been on the market for a long time. The Equinox has gained paramount relevance, luxuriant cabin design and quality, athletic performance, and nimble ride.
The Chevrolet Equinox is a timeless masterpiece that has now been on the market for a long time. The Equinox has gained paramount relevance, luxuriant cabin design and quality, athletic performance, and nimble ride. With the 2013 iteration of the Equinox, Chevrolet has revised the infotainment system to add practicality to the cabin.
While all trims of the Chevrolet Equinox have price adequate features, the top-rack LTZ trim is the most viable choice. While its engine maintains efficiency and performance, features like climate control, heated mirrors, and rear parking aid allow it to be a practical choice in the market and also making it the best value-for-money option in the lineup.
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Jon rector
2013 Chevrolet Equinox
••2.5Posted On: February 15, 2024
*that it's awd*, *backup camera*
*that it's a 2.4L*, *something goes on it every other week*
*it has a lot of issues for its year, especially when it starts to get high in mileage the worse it gets, you have to replace a lot of the parts earlier then expected and the engine was not designed well*
The Chevrolet Equinox is a timeless masterpiece that has now been on the market for a long time. The Equinox has gained paramount relevance, luxuriant cabin design and quality, athletic performance, and nimble ride.
The Chevrolet Equinox is a timeless masterpiece that has now been on the market for a long time. The Equinox has gained paramount relevance, luxuriant cabin design and quality, athletic performance, and nimble ride. With the 2013 iteration of the Equinox, Chevrolet has revised the infotainment system to add practicality to the cabin.
The Chevrolet Equinox is available as four different trims that feature similar engine, transmission, and drivetrain options. It falls in a price range that extends from $24,225 for its base variant to $32,735 for its top-rack variant. It comes with a standard list of hi-tech features like cruise control, keyless entry, steering wheel controls, and Bluetooth connectivity.
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Trim |
LS |
LT 1LT |
LT 2LT |
LTZ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
MSRP (FWD) |
$24,225 |
$25,870 |
$27,740 |
$30,985 |
|
MSRP (AWD) |
$25,975 |
$27,620 |
$29,490 |
$32,735 |
|
Key Features |
Cruise Control |
Retains or adds features of LS |
Retains or adds features of LT 1LT |
Retains or adds features of LT 2LT |
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Keyless Entry |
Rearview Camera |
Fog Lamps |
Interior Cargo Shade |
|
|
Navigation from Telematics |
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel |
Optional Rear Parking Aid |
Rear Parking Aid |
|
|
Steering Wheel Controls |
Steering Wheel Controls |
Electrochromic Rearview Mirror |
Heated Mirrors |
|
|
Power Steering |
Power Steering |
Premium Sound System |
Mirror Memory |
|
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Alarm |
Alarm |
Climate Control |
Climate Control |
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While all trims of the Chevrolet Equinox have price adequate features, the top-rack LTZ trim is the most viable choice. While its engine maintains efficiency and performance, features like climate control, heated mirrors, and rear parking aid allow it to be a practical choice in the market and also making it the best value-for-money option in the lineup.
The Chevrolet Equinox comes equipped with a 2.4L inline-4 engine and can be mated to either rear-wheel or all-wheel-drivetrain. While the former drivetrain is refined, the all-terrain drivability with the latter is praiseworthy.
It makes use of a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Equinox’s inline-4 engine is good for 182 hp of power and 172 lb.-ft of torque. It can complete a 60 MPH sprint in 9.4 seconds and hit the quarter-mile mark in 15.4 seconds.
|
Model |
Chevrolet Equinox |
Toyota RAV4 |
Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|---|
|
MSRP |
$32,735 |
$28,410 |
$28,795 |
|
Engine |
2.4L I-4 |
2.5L I-4 |
2.4L I-4 |
|
Drivetrain |
All-wheel-drive |
All-wheel-drive |
All-wheel-drive |
|
Transmission |
6-speed-automatic |
6-speed automatic |
5-speed automatic |
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Power |
182hp |
176 hp |
185hp |
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Torque |
172lb.-ft |
172lb.-ft |
163lb.-ft |
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0-60 MPH (seconds) |
9.4 seconds |
8.2 seconds |
9.9 seconds |
|
Quarter mile (mph) |
15.4 seconds |
16.5 seconds |
17.3 seconds |
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Top speed (mph) |
N/A |
123 MPH |
125 MPH |
In comparison, the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V are relatively less expensive and feature similar engine and drivetrain setups. The CR-V is distinctive and makes use of a 5-speed automatic transmission. In the acceleration test and quarter-mile run, the Toyota RAV4 is both the fastest and quickest, clocking 8.2 and 16.5 seconds, respectively.
Being developed as a big SUV, the Chevrolet Equinox has a responsibility to be a family hauler. While a combined efficiency of 23 MPG is respectable, it is lower in comparison with contemporary cars. In the city and on the highway respectively, the Equinox averages 20 and 29 MPG. Its fuel tank has a total capacity of 18.8 gallons, which is the largest in the segment, and as a result, it covers a maximum distance of 376 miles in the city and 545.2 miles on the highway.
|
Model |
Chevrolet Equinox |
Toyota RAV4 |
Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|---|
|
MPG (city) |
20 |
22 |
22 |
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MPG (Highway) |
29 |
29 |
30 |
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MPG (Combined) |
23 |
25 |
25 |
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Fuel Capacity |
18.8 gallons |
15.9 gallons |
15 gallons |
|
Range (City/highway) |
376/545.2 mi |
349.8/461.1 mi |
336.6/459 mi |
In comparison, the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V average combined efficiencies of 25 miles per gallon of fuel. However, both cars feature smaller fuel tanks in the segment of 15.9 and 15 gallons, respectively. In terms of range, each car in the segment differs from the other diminutively as Equinox sits at the top with a city and highway range of 376 and 545.2 miles, respectively.
The Chevrolet Equinox assures a memorable ride quality by virtue of its finely crafted and well-drawn cabin that prioritizes driver antics and dynamics. The dual-tone build of the dashboard adds excitement to the design, while features like front and rear cupholders and a central armrest with storage space along with the ease to access all features, make the cabin practical and pragmatic.
The seats on offer with the Chevrolet Equinox provide maximum comfort. The ride quality is pleasing, and with the all-wheel-drive variant, it gets a bit more refinement, but the steering system does lack participation and responsiveness. There is ample space on offer inside the cabin, for both front and rear passengers, however, it comes at the cost of cargo capacity. The maximum trunk volume of 63.7 cubic feet is the lowest in the segment and feels considerably small when compared with contemporary cars.
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Model |
Chevrolet Equinox |
Toyota RAV4 |
Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
5 |
|
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
40.9/55.8/41.2 |
38.9/57.3/42.9 |
38/58.6/41.3 |
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Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
39.2/55.3/39.9 |
38.9/55.4/37.2 |
38.6/56.4/38.3 |
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Cargo capacity to 2nd seat (cu.-ft) |
31.5 |
38.4 |
37.2 |
|
Cargo capacity to 1st seat (cu.-ft) |
63.7 |
73.4 |
70.9 |
As standard, all cars have a capacity to seat five passengers. In comparison, while the Equinox does have higher space for rear-seat occupants, the front-seat occupants are at ease in all three cars. In terms of cargo capacity, the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V take considerable leads with trunk volumes of 73.4 and 70.9 cubic feet, respectively. Some major interior features include:
The infotainment system of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox builds and adds features with every succeeding trim level. As standard, it comes equipped with features like Bluetooth connectivity, satellite radio, and an OnStar system. Starting from the LT trims, a 7-inch display screen adds usability to the system and gets connected to the rearview camera. Some other salient infotainment features include:
The Chevrolet Equinox looks like a true SUV, even from afar. The roof rails, a bulky built, and a brawny stance make the Chevrolet Equinox exciting in its design. The head and taillights have an underlying subtlety to them, while the use of chrome stripes and embellishments across the body add an upmarket aura to it.
The Chevrolet Equinox weighs 3,993 lbs and is the heaviest car in the segment. It is 187.8 inches long, 72.5 inches wide, and 69.3 inches tall, making it the longest and widest in the segment. Its ground clearance of 6.9 inches is the tallest in the segment and the SUV sports a best-in-class wheelbase of 112.5 inches.
|
Model |
Chevrolet Equinox |
Toyota RAV4 |
Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Curb Weight (lbs) |
3993 |
3585 |
3480 |
|
Length (in.) |
187.8 |
179.9 |
178.3 |
|
Width (in.) |
72.5 |
72.6 |
71.6 |
|
Height (in.) |
69.3 |
67.1 |
65.1 |
|
Ground Clearance (in.) |
6.9 |
6.3 |
6.7 |
|
Wheelbase (in.) |
112.5 |
104.7 |
103.1 |
In comparison, the Honda CR-V is the lightest in the segment at 3,480 lbs, while the Toyota RAV4 weighs 3,585 lbs. Both the Honda and Toyota are smaller in overall dimensions and sport shorter wheelbases and lower ground clearances, with the exception that the Toyota RAV4 is minutely wider than its competitors. Some standout exterior features include:
With a safety rating of four stars in the NHTSA crash tests, the Chevrolet Equinox feels definitive and attested. As standard, the Chevrolet Equinox features cornering lights, anti-lock disc brakes, and stability control. Its average halting distance at 122ft in the deceleration test feels reassuring. Other salient safety features include:
The Chevrolet Equinox falls into a niche segment of family haulers that score highly on space and practicality. Its subtle design sits well with the traditional buyers in the segment, that when coupled with its brawny structure, helps it establish uniqueness. The cabin build is unparalleled with upmarket elements and refined ride quality. However, it does fall short because of its synthetic steering system and a rather small trunk. But with its advanced and hi-tech infotainment and safety system, the Chevrolet Equinox establishes itself as a viable option in the segment.
