2019 Chevy Equinox – Buford, GA

• Overview

  

  Interested in learning more about the 2019 Chevy Equinox? As one of the most popular compact SUVs on the market, the Equinox is widely researched by consumers. At first glance, it’s clear that this SUV is versatile, modern, and advanced, however, this high-quality vehicle has a lot more to offer.

  The 2019 Chevy Equinox is adaptable and highly affordable. Drivers interested in investing in the base model of a new vehicle will appreciate all of the standard features included with the Equinox, while drivers looking for a high level of luxury and convenience will enjoy what it has to offer across its four trim levels and available packages. At no additional cost, the Equinox offers features like a 7-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a WiFi hotspot. Available interior features include heated seating, a heated steering wheel, a larger touchscreen display, wireless charging, and much more.

  The new Equinox is also an excellent option for drivers looking for efficiency, power, and capability. With three available engines, the Equinox is one of the most versatile vehicles in the compact SUV class. An available turbo-diesel engine offers class-leading fuel efficiency, while an available turbocharged 4-cylinder engine offers a high level of power. Drivers can opt for a FWD or AWD drivetrain and can enjoy comfortable ride quality and excellent handling.

  As a vehicle designed with families and daily commuters in mind, the 2019 Chevy Equinox is also very safe. This is proven by its perfect scores with the NHTSA and IIHS, which include a 5-star overall crash test rating from the NHTSA and the highest rating of ‘Good’ in six safety test categories with the IIHS. Standard and available driver assist features are generous on every model of the Equinox, which offers nearly every safety feature imaginable across its four trim levels.

  Overall, the 2019 Chevy Equinox brings a new level of balance to the compact SUV class, offering a vehicle that is appealing to a wide variety of drivers, budgets, and lifestyles. But, is this vehicle the right choice for you? In order to answer this question, it’s important to conduct more research on the Equinox before deciding to invest in this impressive vehicle. To help get you started, let’s take a look at how it performs in the categories of performance, entertainment, and safety!

  137-252 HP

  Horsepower

  63.9 cu.ft.

  Cargo Space

  28/39 MPG

  Max Fuel Economy

  Starting at

  $23,800

• Performance

  

  Two turbocharged 4-cylinder engines and a turbo-diesel engine are available on the 2019 Chevy Equinox, which make it easy to opt for power, efficiency, or a little bit of both. The powerful 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine is the suitable engine for drivers looking for high horsepower ratings as it's able to achieve up to 252 hp and yields 260 lb-ft of torque.

  The 1.6L turbo-diesel engine gets 137 hp and 240 lb-ft of torque. This engine is hard to pass up for drivers looking for impressive fuel economy ratings, earning up to 28 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway.

  Otherwise, the standard 1.5L turbo engine on the base model offers up to 170 hp with torque ratings of up to 203 lb-ft. It's fuel economy ratings reach up to 26 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway. These are still impressive stats compared to the Equinox’s competitors, so you really can’t go wrong with any configuration you choose.

  When it comes to handling and ride quality, the Equinox offers a well-balanced performance. This compact SUV remains comfortable across tough terrains and is easy to maneuver through windy roads and confined spaces. The Equinox was designed for sheer athleticism but instead was created to achieve a versatile performance appealing to all kinds of drivers. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly vehicle, a daily commuter, and a vehicle perfect for a long road trip, the 2019 Chevy Equinox has you covered with ease.

• Entertainment

  

  The 2019 Chevy Equinox offers all of the entertainment features a modern driver looks for in a new vehicle, and many of them are included standard. On the base model, the Equinox offers incredible entertainment features including a 7-inch touchscreen display, both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a WiFi hotspot, Bluetooth, and one USB port.

  Available features on the Equinox include an 8-inch touchscreen display, wireless charging for mobile devices, additional USB ports, navigation, and satellite radio. Chevy’s MyLink infotainment system is among the top-rated on the market due to its user-friendly design, clear graphics, and responsive interface. Although the system can be easily controlled through the touchscreen, physical buttons are also provided to help make the platform as easy to use as possible, especially while driving.

  The 2019 Chevy Equinox is also incredibly affordable, making its standard entertainment suite stand out among others in the class and allowing for more affordable upgrades. Whether you’re on a tight budget or are looking for a vehicle with premium options, the new Equinox will have you covered. And with such an impressive suite of standard and available entertainment features, the Equinox can impress even the most tech-savvy drivers and passengers.

  If you’re interested in upgrading to a model packed with the higher level entertainment features, you’ll want to opt for the Equinox LT trim level and choose the Lights and Brights package. Otherwise, you’ll likely be pleased with any model of the 2019 Chevy Equinox and its standard entertainment technology.

• Safety

  

  There are many vehicles in the compact SUV class that offer advanced driver assist features, but skimp on high-quality and reliable construction, resulting in low safety scores from organizations like the IIHS and NHTSA. The 2019 Chevy Equinox is not one of those vehicles. Instead, the new Equinox earned a perfect 5-star overall crash test rating from the NHTSA, as well as the highest rating of ‘Good’ in six crash tests with the IIHS.

  Compared to other vehicles in the compact SUV class, and every other vehicle class, these are incredible ratings. The 2019 Chevy Equinox is also generous in its standard and available safety features, offering a rearview camera and Teen Driver technology on its base model.

  Meanwhile, available driver assist features include nearly every option imaginable like rear cross traffic alert, forward collision warning, pedestrian braking, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, and a safety alert seat. Additional features also include low-speed forward automatic braking, adaptive cruise control, and pedestrian detection.

  The 2019 Chevy Equinox also earned a high-reliability rating from J.D. Power and offers a comprehensive warranty program with a 3-year/36,000-mile warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty included with all new Equinox purchases. Enjoying the Equinox’s extensive list of safety features is easy thanks to numerous trim levels, packages, and affordable upgrades. Overall, the 2019 Chevy Equinox is a compact SUV you can trust to keep everyone onboard as safe as possible.

• Trim Levels

  

  Drivers will have four trim levels to choose from with the 2019 Chevy Equinox: L, LS, LT, and Premier. The base model of the Equinox is packed with standard features despite its low starting MSRP, especially when it comes to entertainment technology. All-wheel drive is not available on the base model, but every trim level following offers it as an available option.

  The LS trim level allows drivers to add a few premium packages, including the LS Convenience package and a rear entertainment system. AWD is available for an additional $1,700, making it an affordable upgrade for many drivers and budgets. The LT trim level adds satellite radio and a power-adjustable driver’s seat, but also offers all three engine options and additional packages including the Lights and Bright package, Confidence and Convenience package, and Sun and Navigation package.

  Throughout these packages, drivers can customize a truly luxurious experience which includes an 8-inch touchscreen display, navigation, additional USB ports, heated front seats, remote start, and dual-zone automatic climate control. For many drivers, upgrading to the LT model and then selecting the desired options is the preferred way to configure their 2019 Chevy Equinox. However, if you’re looking for the ultimate in luxury, technology, and driver assist features, you’ll want to check out the Premier trim level.

  This model comes standard with nearly every available feature on the Equinox, but also adds additional luxury and convenience feature with its Confidence and Convenience II package, like heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a power adjustable passenger seat, and plenty of safety features. Whether you’re on the search for a practical family vehicle or a luxurious partner in crime, the 2019 Chevy Equinox will have you covered with a variety of options and configurations.

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