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Chevrolet Equinox II (facelift 2016) 3.6 V6 (305 Hp) Automatic
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Chevrolet Equinox:
The Chevrolet Equinox is a crossover SUV introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model year. It was intended to replace the North American Chevrolet Tracker and Chevrolet S-10 Blazer. The third-generation Equinox also replaced the first-generation Chevrolet Captiva.
An all-electric battery-powered version called the Equinox EV was introduced in 2022 with sales starting in 2023 for the 2024 model year. It adopts a separate design and underpinnings from the internal combustion engine powered Equinox....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2016) Overview:
Chevrolet Equinox (II (facelift 2016)). With 369 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1865 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.6 V6 (305 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust acceleration and ample power for highway cruising and towing, making it the performance choice for the Equinox.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is on the higher side, especially in urban driving, typical for a powerful V6 in this segment.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for five passengers
- • Available powerful 3.6L V6 engine for strong acceleration and towing
- • Smooth and quiet ride quality, especially on highways
- • Generous cargo capacity with folding rear seats
Cons:
- • Base 2.4L engine can feel underpowered, especially with AWD or a full load
- • V6 engine has notably high fuel consumption
- • Some interior materials feel dated compared to rivals
- • No Euro NCAP safety rating available for this model
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2012 - February, 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Equinox |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 V6 (305 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 305 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 85.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 369 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LFX [Same engine] More details about the engine LFX |
| Engine displacement: | 3564 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.1 kg/Hp, 163.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 197.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1865 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1804 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 892 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4770 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1841 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1684 mm mm [76mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2857 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Front track: | 1598 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1577 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Hydra-Matic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/65 R17; 235/55 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 17; 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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