Chevrolet Equinox

Presented below is one of the 2010 Equinox reviews to give you a clear picture of its specifications, trims, and fuel economy.

Trim Levels

2010 Equinox was offered in 4 trim levels: LS, LTZ, 1LT, and 2LT with either front or four wheel drive configuration.

• LS Front Wheel Drive Sport Utility

• LT w/1LT Front Wheel Drive Sport Utility

• LTZ Front Wheel Drive Sport Utility

• LT w/2LT Front Wheel Drive Sport Utility

• LS All-Wheel Drive Sport Utility

• LT w/1LT All-Wheel Drive Sport Utility

• LTZ All-Wheel Drive Sport Utility

• LT w/2LT All-Wheel Drive Sport Utility

Engine Specifications

All the trims, irrespective of drives, have the same displacement, engine, power, and torque. They are equipped with a 2.4 liter I4 engine for generating an output power of 182 hp and torque of 172 lb-ft with a towing capacity of 1,190 lbs.

It is mated to an automatic 6 speed transmission. For LT and LTZ trims, I-V6 engine with 3.0L displacement is optional.

Fuel Capacity and EPA Rating

All the trims of 2010 Equinox have same fuel tank capacity of 18 gallons. But, the EPA rating differs slightly according to the drive.

LS front wheel drive sport utility, LT w/1LT front wheel drive sport utility, LTZ front wheel drive sport utility, and LT w/2LT front wheel drive sport utility provide an EPA rating of 22/32 mpg in city/highway.

While LS all-wheel drive sport utility, LT w/1LT all-wheel drive sport utility, LTZ all-wheel drive sport utility w/2LT all-wheel drive sport utility give a mileage of 20/29 mpg in city/highway.

As a concluding statement to the 2010 Equinox reviews, we can say that it is a highly competitive option in the small crossovers category.