One of the most popular crossovers in existence, the Chevy Equinox, is wildly sought after and test-driven quite frequently here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse, and many customers are righteously excited about the coming 2022 model. The 2022 Equinox will boast plentiful passenger room, a feature-rich infotainment system, and athletic handling. The makeover brings more distinctive headlights, a new grille design, and updated front and rear bumpers. There will also be the addition of the RS trim to the mix, including sporty extras like dark 19-inch wheels and blacked-out exterior trim.
Inside there is a brand-new shift knob, red stitching, and black upholstery. The RS is the range-topping trim you want to check out to be at the true top of the model order, while the mid-level LT is still equipped standard with chrome exterior trim, an 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat, high-intensity discharge headlights, and SiriusXM satellite radio. You can upgrade to the more potent 2.0-liter turbo option, as well as all-wheel drive. The Confidence and Convenience package includes blind-spot monitoring, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power liftgate, rear cross-traffic alert, and remote start.
The turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder generates 170 horsepower, and there is also the larger option of a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder that pairs well with the standard six-speed automatic. The steering has been rated as incredibly direct and accurate after numerous expert test drives, and you can easily tow behind up to 3500 pounds if needed. The front-wheel-drive Equinox with the base four-cylinder yields 22 mpg city, and 29 highway for front-drive models, all-wheel-drive versions will get an average of 28 mpg. With a practical but still nicely-styled cabin, the Equinox has enjoyed a very wide customer appeal and rapidly-developed fan base.
Front and rear-seat passengers will be easily very comfortable in the spacious interior, and the 7.0-inch touchscreen with an optional 8.0-inch displays the MyLink infotainment interface on top of the Equinox's dash. Quick response time and ease of use are great attributes of the system, and Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth phone and streaming are all standard as well as USB connectivity. Standard 4G LTE onboard Wi-Fi renders the Equinox as one of the best-connected crossover models out there, and it also received a five-star rating from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.
Driver-assistance technology has been one of the most fascinating and helpful developments in the auto market over the last five years, and the Equinox comes equipped with standard automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, Standard lane-keeping assist with lane-departure warning, and available adaptive cruise control. Come down to visit us soon, and see if the L, LS, LT, RS, or Premier trim is the model best suited to serve the needs of your active family or business's routine!
