This Year or Next Year? 2021 Vs. 2022 Chevy Equinox

As the school bells ring, backpacks are loaded up, and new class schedules are released, a brand-new crossover SUV may be just the thing to help with your busy schedule! You can opt for 2021’s Chevy Equinox or a 2022 model. The knowledgeable staff at Cars.com took note of a few of the differences and similarities between the two lovable SUVs and outlined which may suit you better. 

The current year’s model no longer has the L trim and has seen a complete styling refresh with a new RS trim and an assortment of new tech features. The 2022 Equinox got fresh front and rear styling, a new grille, and updated LED headlights and daytime running lights. The RS outfits the Equinox with perfectly-darkened elements including black exterior trim, 19-inch wheels, a black interior with red stitching, and a unique shift knob. 

A 7-inch touchscreen is now standard on the LS, LT, and RS trims, and stepping up to the Premier trim upgrades the screen to 8 inches. Every 2022 Equinox trim is equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Standard safety features that carry over from last year include automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, front pedestrian braking and lane keep assist, front and rear park assist, and automatic parking assist. The engine is the 170-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, and every Equinox model is available with front or all-wheel drive. 

One thing to consider when deciding which Equinox is best for you is the  RS trim. The 2021 model did not offer this option that provides an updated, edgy, and raw appearance. With so many activities to load up the car for in the fall, both the 2021 and 2022 Chevy Equinox models provide much-needed space. On both models, you can choose between 17, 18, or 19-inch tires with your choice of ten exterior color options.

This year’s model provides single-zone manual air conditioning, and staying entertained with the latest news, music, and podcasts will be a snap with Sirius XM Radio now available as standard on every equipment group. The Driver Confidence III Package now includes Automatic Parking Assist, and the Premier trim offers French stitching on the interior, a brand-new 19-inch machined-face wheel, and a logo projection liftgate. We would recommend the year-old model for a teen driver going back to school on a budget. We will lock in the best price available, and you’ll be the owner of one of the nation’s most popular crossover SUVs with stellar safety ratings and class-leading back-to-school swagger! 

2021 Z71 Tahoe “The Right Tool For The Job” During Extended Trip To Lake Tahoe

There is nothing as satisfying as having the right tool for the job. Full-size SUVs such as the Tahoe are more than capable of tackling demanding off-road terrain during an exciting 1,400-mile trip to enjoy the splendor of Lake Tahoe itself!

Motor Trend couldn’t think of a vehicle that would have performed better than the Chevy Tahoe during the demanding trip. The steering was well-weighted, and the overall size and stature of the body did a fantastic job of ironing out the many imperfections of the trail. The Z71’s magnetic ride control dampers and air springs do a phenomenal job of zeroing out body roll effects and made for an SUV that fares well in the high country of beautiful Northern California. 

The engine option is the trusty 5.3-liter V8 paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, the sound of which can’t be matched by the Ford Expedition’s twin-turbo V6. The transmission was hailed by the Motor Trend team as “wonderfully tuned for this specific application,” and optimal for getting up steep mountain inclines like Tioga Pass east of Yosemite. 

When the group embarked on a stretch of narrow, winding, and steep road ending at the firewatch tower on legendary Buck Rock, they encountered hikers and mountain bikers that had needed to turn back due to the tough and demanding terrain. However, the Tahoe pressed on!

The crew got the Z71 into off-road drive mode, then engaged 4WD low, and elevated up to maximum 10 inches ground clearance. The 9 different onboard camera angles were a massive help getting up this challenging incline, and even though they had to slowly traverse over boulders, they made it all of the way up the trail. Large-sized SUVs are not necessarily the vehicles you think of when it comes to going off-road, but all of the added elements on the Tahoe really make a solid case for conquering the trail. 

After feeling accomplished and that the Lake Tahoe trip was a total hit, the group took the Tahoe to a bachelor party that was happening that weekend. They were surprised to learn that no one’s knees were uncomfortable in the third row. The rear entertainment system offered up two twin 12.6-inch screens courtesy of the Rear Media and Nav package. The screens worked beautifully in conjunction with the Bose 9-speaker sound system to get the group amped up for the event. After six days and 1,400 miles, the staff claimed that the Z71 Tahoe is “in all ways worth it.”

Mid-Cycle Enhancement Of 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 Flaunts Reworked Elements Inside and Out and Its Debut is Only a Month Away!

While we are showing customers around here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse and getting a feel for just what they want out of a vehicle, so many of them are curious about the Silverado truck line! The mid-cycle refresh of this full-size pickup will see its official debut at 4:00 a.m. EST on September 9, as reported this week by the experts at GM Authority.

This updated version will feature a revised front fascia with brand-new headlamps, a redesigned tailgate, and new taillights. Inside, there is a completely overhauled cabin featuring a new dash, center stack, and center console, a bigger infotainment screen, and a larger and more user-friendly driver information center. The seemingly old-school column shifter will also be dropped to make way for a new electronic gear selector system.

Another change for the 2022 Silverado is its move to the all-new Global B electrical architecture, which paves the way for over-the-air system updates for GM to offer the latest technology features. The hands-free and revolutionary Super Cruise drive system remains as one of the most dazzling bridge technologies to fully autonomous driving, and allows you to remove your hands from the wheel while it constantly updates its database of roads it will navigate with you.

Everyone who loves to venture off the urban path and partake in the fun and mud-splattered pastime of off-roading is going to immediately love the ZR2 model. It has upgraded suspension, knobby tires, and underbody skidplates for extra protection and armor-class resistance. Just before the Silverado 1500’s debut, the Silverado 1500 Limited will grace the truck stage with revised exterior styling, a completely overhauled interior, and a few other sharp driver-focused changes.

Proudly assembled in the USA, the 2022 Silverado will see a migration to Google Automotive Services to enable live traffic, mapping, and location search features. It will also see an increase in payload capacity as well as modified rear suspension. Wearing a very affordable price tag, reliable powertrain options, and dependable support after purchase, The Silverado was long meant to be America’s truck, exceeding expectations and brandishing strength during every drive!

2021 Silverado 1500 RST Leans on Tradition, Stellar Street-Tuned Attitude

The Chevy Silverado 1500 was brand new for 2019 and burst on the scene in our truck lineup here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse. One of the fascinating new powertrains introduced was a diesel inline-6 that's EPA-rated at 33 mpg on the highway, as well as a turbocharged 4-cylinder that boasts a 9,600-lb towing capability. More than other trucks, the Chevy Silverado leans on tradition and provides America's hard-working backbone the trusty rides they need to always get the job done. 

The 355-horsepower 5.3-liter V8 is definitely powerful enough to run up Lookout Mountain and back, and you can still get your hands on the much more robust 6.2-liter V8. It cranks out 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, and brings along a 10-speed automatic transmission, a slight advantage over the 5.3-liter RST and its 8-speed. The RST trim is, for the most part, the most inexpensive means of graduating to the 6.2-liter and the 10-speed transmission. 

The Car and Driver team loved what they considered a “budget hot rod” by snagging up the RST's Redline package: it offers up blacked-out trim with red accents, 20-inch black wheels, bed liner side steps, a Bose premium audio system, a driver-assistance package, and the Multi-Flex tailgate. During official track testing, the 4-wheel drive crew cab hit 60 mph in 5.4 seconds. It also conquered the quarter-mile in 14.0 seconds while cruising at around 100 mph. The closely-spaced ratios in the transmission pair well with the massive V8, and the Eaton automatic locking rear differential is an ideal additive. 

Internet reviews are the best way to get honest opinions on a product. One driver wanted to replace a 2020 Ford XLT because of its underwhelming mileage and towing capacity. He took the new Silverado on a trip and ranked the 580 miles on one tank, comfort, and capability all as a solid A+!

Instead of chunky tires and heightened suspension, the RST offers more practical and daily-use, all the while retaining the awesome utility a truck offers. The 2021 Silverado RST will soon be blazing up Missouri back roads as America enjoys the much-needed return of outdoor freedom!