Prices/trim levels on 2010 Equinox?

[Hatter23]

Has this been released? Any rumors? This suv looks amazing!

[jkennedy293]

I think its supposed to start around $25,000, probably top out around $35,000 fully loaded. GM will probably release pricing in April.

[96_impala_ss]

I would assume the Equinox would have the normal trims. LS LT1 LT2 and LTZ

What each one offers is a mystery in itself.
I can just say that the base Equinox will be the LS and the top of the line LTZ

[Hatter23]

Thanks!

I've read the new Nox will target the buyers of the Ford Escape, Honda CRV, Dodge Journey, etc. If thats the case then the Nox base model should run no more then $24,000. I can get a well packaged Escape for about $21-$22,000.

[jkennedy293]

Originally Posted by Hatter23

Thanks!

I've read the new Nox will target the buyers of the Ford Escape, Honda CRV, Dodge Journey, etc. If thats the case then the Nox base model should run no more then $24,000. I can get a well packaged Escape for about $21-$22,000.

The new Equinox puts the Escape to shame in every category, and I think its a little bigger too.

[Mischief007]

Originally Posted by 96_impala_ss

I would assume the Equinox would have the normal trims. LS LT1 LT2 and LTZ

What each one offers is a mystery in itself.
I can just say that the base Equinox will be the LS and the top of the line LTZ

There are only 3 trim levels for Equinox. Base, LT, and LTZ.

[civilzues]

Originally Posted by Mischief007

There are only 3 trim levels for Equinox. Base, LT, and LTZ.

there are always 2 LT trims

[96_impala_ss]

Originally Posted by Mischief007

There are only 3 trim levels for Equinox. Base, LT, and LTZ.

Isnt base LS?
I always thought that the base denomination was LS

[SullyND]

Originally Posted by jkennedy293

The new Equinox puts the Escape to shame in every category, and I think its a little bigger too.

I still say the Edge is the 'nox's target. If they price this thing like an Escape I'll be very impressed.

[Hatter23]

I thought I read the base LS model will target the Escape. The LT/LTZ trims should be able to target the Edge and some of the other mid, higher priced suv(s). I hope GM keeps the price affordable for the consumers that can't afford cars above $25000. A GM base LS 4 cyl suv should not be priced above $25,000!

[Mischief007]

Originally Posted by civilzues

there are always 2 LT trims

Well I can tell you there is only one due to what I saw. We only coded for LS, LT, and LTZ options for the 2010 vehicles. I should mention I work at CAMI and used to be in the position where I was working with 2010 vehicles since March of last year .

Originally Posted by 96_impala_ss

Isnt base LS?
I always thought that the base denomination was LS

Yes it is. Base or LS is the same thing to me .

[Joep76]

I love this vehicle also. Can't wait till it comes out. Looks like they took all of its best attributes of the VUE and added tons more aggressiveness and appeal. Ten times better than the VUE, great job, GM.
I Bet it becomes the CUV of the year.

Here are some specs on the vehicle if no one ever seen this.

SPECIFICATIONS
Overview

Models:
Chevrolet Equinox LS, LT and LTZ; FWD and AWD
Body style / driveline:
five-passenger, four-door SUV , front-engine, front- or all-wheel drive
Construction:
welded galvanized steel (except for hood and roof) monocoque
EPA vehicle class:
compact sport utility vehicle
Manufacturing location:
Ingersoll , Ontario, Canada
Key competitors:
Ford Escape, Jeep Liberty, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota RAV4

Engines
Type:
2.4L DOHC I-4 DI
3.0L DOHC V-6 DI
Displacement (cu in / cc):
145 / 2384
182 / 2994
Bore & stroke (in / mm):
3.46 x 3.85 / 88 x 98
3.50 x 3.15 / 89 x 80.2
Block material:
cast aluminum
sand-cast aluminum with cast-in bore liners
Cylinder head material:
cast aluminum
cast aluminum
Valvetrain:
DOHC, four valves per cylinder; variable valve timing
DOHC, four valves per cylinder; variable valve timing
Fuel delivery:
electronic direct sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control
electronic direct sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Compression ratio:
11.7:1
11.7:1
Horsepower
(hp / kW @ rpm):
182 / 135 @ 6700
255 / 190 @ 6950
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
172 / 233 @ 4900
214 / 290 @ 5600
Recommended fuel:
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
Emissions controls:
close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 24x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor
close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 24x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor
Estimated fuel economy
(city / hwy):
21 / 30 (FWD)
20 / 27 (AWD)
18 / 25 (FWD)
17 / 24 (AWD)

Transmission
Type:
Hydra-matic 6T45 six-speed automatic electronically controlled
Hydra-matic 6T70 six-speed automatic electronically controlled with manual shift mode

Gear ratios: (:1):
First: Second: Third: Fourth: Fifth: Sixth: Reverse:
4.58 2.96 1.91 1.44 1.00 0.74 2.94
4.48 2.87 1.84 1.41 1.00 0.74 2.88
Final drive ratio:
3.23 (FWD)
3.53 (AWD)
2.77

Chassis/Suspension
Front:
independent strut-type with tuned coil springs; direct-acting stabilizer bar; hydraulic ride bushings
Rear:
independent four-link with coil springs and trailing arm; stabilizer bar; hydraulic link bushings
Steering type:
rack-mounted electric power steering with 2.4L; hydraulic power rack-and-pinion with 3.0L
Steering ratio:
18.1:1 (2.4L)
17.4:1 (3.0L)
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:
3.46 (2.4L)
2.90 (3.0L with 18-inch wheels)
2.80 (3.0L with 19-inch wheels)
Turning circle, curb-to-curb
(ft / m):
40 / 12.2 (with 17- and 18-inch wheels)
42.6 / 13 (with 19-inch wheels

Brakes
Type:
power front and rear vented discs, standard anti-lock brakes
Rotor diameter x thickness
(in / mm):
front: 12.6 x 1.18 / 321 x 30
rear: 11.9 x 0.78 / 303 x 20
Total swept area (cu in / mm):
front: 20.7 / 526
rear: 15.3 / 390

Wheels/Tires
Wheel size and type:
17-inch aluminum (std. with 2.4L)
18-inch aluminum (std. with 3.0L)
19-inch aluminum (opt. with 3.0L)
Tires:
P225/65R17 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires
P235/55R18 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires
P235/55R19 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires

Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase (in / mm):
112.5 / 2857
Overall length (in / mm):
187.8 / 4771
Overall width (in / mm):
72.5 / 1842
Overall height (in / mm):
66.3 / 1684
Track (in / mm):
front: 62.5 / 1587
rear: 61.8 / 1570
Approach angle (deg):
14.8
Departure angle (deg):
23.2
Breakover ramp angle (deg):
16.5
Minimum ground clearance
(in / mm):
7.8 / 198.5
Ground to rear load floor
(in / mm):
28.8 / 731.2
Curb weight, base (lb / kg):
3770 / 1710
Weight distribution (front / rear):
58 / 42

Interior
Seating capacity:
5
Headroom (in / mm):
front: 39.8 / 1012
rear: 39.2 / 995
Legroom (in / mm):
front: 41.2 / 1046
rear: 37.2 / 946
Shoulder room (in / mm):
front: 55.8 / 1418
rear: 55.3 / 1405
Hip room (in / mm):
front: 55.1 / 1399
rear: 51.3 / 1304

Capacities
EPA interior volume (cu ft / L):
130.5 / 3695
Passenger volume (cu ft / L):
99.7 / 2822
Cargo volume (cu ft / L):
Maximum behind rear seat:
Maximum behind front seat:
31.4 / 889
63.7 / 1803
GVWR, standard (lb / kg):
4960 / 2250
Payload, base (lb / kg):
1190 / 540
Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg):
1500 / 680 (2.4L)
3500 / 1588 (3.0L)
Fuel tank (gal / L):
18.8 / 71.1 (2.4L)
20.9 / 79.1 (3.0L)
Engine oil (qt / L):
5 / 4.7 (2.4L)
6 / 5.7 (3.0L)
Cooling system (qt / L):
8.9 / 8.5 (2.4L)
10 / 9.5 (3.0L)


Source:
http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/ev...et_Equinox.htm

[Joep76]

I see alot of the PreVue styling queues in the new nox. Now I know what they were saving it for. I always thought it was great looking. Fits chevy well though.

http://gm.wieck.com/forms/gm/previewpage?029673

http://gm.wieck.com/forms/gm/previewpage?049802

[jkr2106]

Originally Posted by SullyND

I still say the Edge is the 'nox's target. If they price this thing like an Escape I'll be very impressed.

Agreed. I think the Nox is more of an Edge/Murano competitor than a Escape/Rogue/Cr-V fighter.

[civilzues]

Originally Posted by Mischief007

Well I can tell you there is only one due to what I saw. We only coded for LS, LT, and LTZ options for the 2010 vehicles. I should mention I work at CAMI and used to be in the position where I was working with 2010 vehicles since March of last year .

Question, when I was car shopping last year, they couldn't tell the difference between the 1LT and 2LT for coding (the dealer...) so there might be an option for 2 LT trims.