[usa1]

Just don't get why GM can't seem to get all versions of a car launched at the same time. The 9spd should be standard across the line and yes, therE should be a sport mode instead of this learning BS.

Easier said than done. I'd prefer they get a hot product to market as soon as possible and importantly it's not half baked today.

When the new engine comes out it will generate more press coverage. A lengthened time in the media spot light for a product is a good thing.

Now is the product was half baked at launch (not the case here), then I would agree a delay may make sense to avoid negative first impressions.

 

[b4z]

the really got the weight down on this thing. Put the 3.6L in and it would fly. the current equi/terr is pretty quick with the 3.6L. I think they are 3850lbs.

 

[b4z]

Agree to a point. The difference in a recent Motor Trend test of the 2017 Malibu with the 2.0T and 9 speed (vs 8 speed previously tested) showed a huge improvement, 0.5 seconds off of 0-60 and also an increase of 1 mpg on the highway. Better (even if a little) mpgs and faster? Yes, please!

But, not worth delaying the launch. The 2.0T will not be a huge seller because not many buyers of these are speed freaks and the likely price premium. Might as well start slinging the 4 cyls. Remember at the launch of the 2010 Equinox, they had the 3.0 V6 which was a terrible motor, actually was happy that they sold it out from under me when I left the dealer to swap cars for the one we were going to trade for it. (always put down a deposit if you are serious) The 4 cyl had 90% of the power and better mileage.

the 3.0L lacked torque but in my 2011 cts would pull down 30-31mpg all day long.

 

[gnaples]

as "design language." - I think design language is utter bull****- make each model look distinct- like they used to- these tinycars all are too small to have much individuality these days any way-

 

[RedSkyBlackDream]

The LED lighting (headlamps/taillights), gauges and dual exhaust on the Honda CR-V win. Other than that, the Equinox is better looking. (Now that I've thoroughly examined the two)

 

[uvikrama]

All it sounds to me like 2013 Malibu , Press said GM got first time right but not industry leader, me too product. May be base will also go for 9/8 speed.

I expected hybrid version and Plugin with electric awd. Again interior plastic quality is a big issue for a buyer ( i think GM still has management who takes photos standing near a car and not driving them ).

Lets wait and see..

 

[Rocket 88]

What you are describing is known as "design language." Chevrolet has standardized on a single design language across a broad spectrum of its passenger car lines. Far from being a problem, this is a very good thing.

It's only a good thing if it's good design.

 

[F14CRAZY]

So it lost 400 lbs but the 1.5L FWD can still only do 32 mpg highway? Same as the '10 2.4L FWD

 

[FenwickHockey65]

So it lost 400 lbs but the 1.5L FWD can still only do 32 mpg highway? Same as the '10 2.4L FWD

To be fair, so far the magazines seem to be getting closer to 32 MPG with the 1.5T than most people did with the 2.4L.

 

[jbelant]

To be fair, so far the magazines seem to be getting closer to 32 MPG with the 1.5T than most people did with the 2.4L.

And the EPA has tweaked fuel economy rating calculations for 2017.

 

[1958carnut]

I have absolutely no idea why the Chevrolet gang have chosen this ultra-Japanese/Korean styling.
Spark, Cruze, Volt, Sonic, Trax and now Equinox.

The Cruze looks like a last-gen Civic and now the Equinox looks like a water-downed Santa Fe.

Chevrolet needs to get some excitement pumping in those design veins. The Camaro and Corvette are home runs but even the Camaro has had its detractors complaining that it looks too much like the 5th Gen MCU Camaro.

I sort of agree. There are some that come out looking OK but then certain aspects ruin it like the jowls and side scalloping on the Bu and the bland butt end on the Cruze when the rest of it is not too bad. New Camaro is Bitchin' IMO.

Probably more so because the CRV is the leader/benchmark. That's the great thing about being the best in a segment - all that free advertising that further reinforces the car.

I have neighbors who bought a new CRV in '16 and I hate to say this. It is a rattletrap.

Exactly! And about time too. I for one really like the new design language of Chevrolet.

The roll out of the new Equinox is what I would call 'soft'. I agree that Chevrolet could have done better with making all engines available at launch. The Equinox is and will be a huge seller for Chevrolet, I'd rather they delayed launch until most or all engines were ready.

The Equinox is growing on me as far as its looks especially in the right colors (like that orange) but like all GM products of late they've left out features I want and therefore are a no-go. Also the better engine at least should have also been available at start and then followed up shortly thereafter by the diesel.

 

[Ed753]

Just don't get why GM can't seem to get all versions of a car launched at the same time. The 9spd should be standard across the line and yes, therE should be a sport mode instead of this learning BS.

Everything needs to be validated and launched, the finished product as well as every iteration, most of the people are the same team, additionally imagine building every variation for 3,000 dealers, especially on a high volume product, you'd have terrible inventory and selection for months and months and months.


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[NeverEnough]

So it lost 400 lbs but the 1.5L FWD can still only do 32 mpg highway? Same as the '10 2.4L FWD

Most said the old ones were not getting the advertised mileage.

 

[AutoCrazy]

Most said the old ones were not getting the advertised mileage.

Many of the old 2.4L FWD model owners were hitting around 28mpg hwy. Not bad but not close to the EPA estimates. The 2018 model's 32 mpg hwy estimate should be much closer to real world numbers.

 

[Pisswilly]

Why aren't their ever any new articles or threads on this craptacular site?

 

[Z284ever]

What you are describing is known as "design language." Chevrolet has standardized on a single design language across a broad spectrum of its passenger car lines. Far from being a problem, this is a very good thing.

Agree. It's just that I wish Chevy's "design language" sucked less.

With that said, the Equinox isn't terrible and has an interesting cue or two.

 

[kts3502.0]

Interesting to see how it's priced and what engines we get here when it arrives, the will have to get it right for it to sell as that part of the market is very competitive plus alot of it's competition have 2L diesels, 101kW and 319Nm is quite a bit short of what Kia is getting from the 2.0L in the Sportage.
I know for me with those figures it wouldn't make the list of cars if I was after a new SUV as my commute seems to favour cars with more torque.

 

[1999 White C5 Coupe]

I sort of agree. There are some that come out looking OK but then certain aspects ruin it like the jowls and side scalloping on the Bu and the bland butt end on the Cruze when the rest of it is not too bad. New Camaro is Bitchin' IMO.

I have neighbors who bought a new CRV in '16 and I hate to say this. It is a rattletrap.


The Equinox is growing on me as far as its looks especially in the right colors (like that orange) but like all GM products of late they've left out features I want and therefore are a no-go. Also the better engine at least should have also been available at start and then followed up shortly thereafter by the diesel.

What GM vehicle were you prepared to buy, but didn't - since it didn't have features you wanted and was a "no-go"?

 

[ponchoman49]

I'm curious if GM is going to pull the same stupid move that they did with the 2017 Malibu and only make the 2.0T available in the top trim Premier. Ditto the diesel.

 

[osbornk]

I have neighbors who bought a new CRV in '16 and I hate to say this. It is a rattletrap.

If I didn't have a 2016 CRV EX-L with a little over 21,000 miles on it, I might have bought your fabrication. It has had no issues of any kind and is a better car than the many new GM company cars I was "encouraged" to drive. I do know GM as well as everyone else makes far better cars now than in the past.