Stealth 2021 Chevy Equinox Rendered Images Courtesy of GM Authority

Here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse, we have survived the season of holiday gift lists, long lines at stores, and may or may not have stayed away from the lovely snacks and desserts of the season. When couples and kin ask each other what kind of vehicle they should purchase in the new year, all eyes are on the ones with refreshes and updates. And why wouldn't they be? Some models happen to be more popular and see lots of love in the engineering departments for the New Year, and the Chevy Equinox is set to receive a mid-cycle update for 2021.

Even though numerous prototype models have been seen testing nationwide, official images of the 2021 Equinox sans cover and camo have not yet surfaced. Thanks to these images that were rendered via faithful follower Brandon L. Dejean, a very sharp and close look is now available. The stance overall as seen from the side feels more aggressive than the current model and sees a hefty amount of styling inspiration from the current Blazer. The updated fascia will bring the latest Equinox more up to par style-wise with the rest of the Chevy lineup, and sports two-tired headlamp housings that evoke the character of an urban daily driver with the ideal crossover SUV stance.

You'll find horizontally oriented tail lamps in the rear, and the cabin may see a minor update and new active safety features. Infotainment offerings, for the most part, will carry over from the current model, and heftily  on deck for power are an arsenal of turbocharged 4-cylinders, sporting the 1.5 LYX and 2.0 LTG within the ranks. All available engine types will be mated to the GM nine-speed automatic transmission, and rumors of a high-performance model have been circulating.

Other great features such as autonomous braking at low speeds, Frontal collision alert, 4G connection, MyLink 2 Multimedia center with  an 8-inch screen, useful OnStar assistant, and Apple CarPlay, as well as Android Auto connectivity are also included in the list of reasons to sway some “mistletoe-laden sense” into any new buyer. Since some spy shots depicted a prototype with quad exhaust pipes, some in the industry think there could be an entirely new engine option, and the current unit nails  down 26 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway.

During the month of December, the current year's Chevy Equinox compact crossover SUV earned a Top Safety Pick award from the IIHS, rated as “Superior” for avoiding  collisions at 12 mph, and overall reducing the impact of collisions during the 25 mph test. Our patented-and-proud powertrain warranty covers 5 years or 60,000 miles, and we guarantee that an Equinox as a New Year's surprise for anyone in your circle will offer up a budget-minded, feature-rich, and safe ride for many more happy holidays to come!

GM Authority's Labor Day Feature: 2020 Chevy Equinox Standard Active Safety Suite

The crossover SUV category is absolutely on fire in terms of popularity, sales, and the very stiff competition it faces. Very popular models like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V are on the front lines ready to do battle this fall with the Chevy Equinox we love so much right here at the Mid-Missouri Powerhouse. On the GM Authority blog this week, there is a feature that closely outlines the number of updates and changes the 2020 Equinox will have, as well as a brand-new set of standard safety features.

The following features are now all standard across all 2020 Equinox equipment groups and trim levels: Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Automatic Braking, and Intellibeam Headlamps. This marks a very large change for Chevy and the way the vehicles are now offered: now providing these as standard equipment really sets the brand we love to represent every day apart from others, and puts us far ahead of the curve. Active safety technology has become a prime wish for consumers, and much more of an everyday expectation for newer cars.

The 2020 Chevy Equinox will be offered in four trim levels: L, LS, LT, and Premier. Engine options will feature the turbocharged 1.5-liter LYX inline four-cylinder which generates 170 horsepower, as well as the turbocharged 2.0-Liter LTG inline 4-cylinder hard at work cranking out 252 horsepower. These will be paired to either the GM 6-speed or 9-speed transmission, allowing for smooth shifting and the best in gear management systems out there!

When asked which of these features that will now be made standard we have had our eyes on the most, it is hard not to ignore Automatic Braking: this is an amazing system that will take charge and automatically apply the vehicle's brakes to avoid a crash entirely or help reduce the severity and impact. It is made up of Front and Rear Automatic braking and incorporates Rear Park Assist ultrasonic sensors and 1 or 2 short-range radars placed behind the rear bumper to get the job done.

Tailgating has been recognized as an issue that dominates the pet peeve list of many in cities nationwide and can lead to severe road rage as well as accidents. Following Distance Indicator is a technology that constantly aids the driver in keeping a safe following distance from the vehicle ahead. It uses the vehicle's Forward Collision Alert sensors to provide the driver with an accurate following time to let them know if they are indeed following too close. The system is set to display a minimum following time of .5 seconds, and is also great for teen drivers: many of those on the younger end of the driving spectrum tend to not be as aware of their surroundings in terms of distance.