I have the 2011 Equinox AWD which is a 4 cyl and am very happy with it. I am very happy with the gas mileage especially with gas prices today. There is a lot of room in the inside for passagers and a lot of room to put groceries and when I go shopping. Went on a shopping spree with two other people and we had more than enough room for our packages. I like how you can adjust the back seat so you can have more leg room. Very happy with my Equinox.
So why are you still here wasting our time with things you can't back up. Go to your Honda group and thanks for bettering their economy at the expense of ours. :P
You don't offer a very compelling reason. In the research I've done, resale isn't a major issue and the reliability is as good as others in the class. All vehicles have their issues. I have compared the two and I think the Equinox beats the CRV in most areas other than price, that's why I'm here and not in the Honda forum. I'm not going to get in to a discussion about this, but I would rather purchase a vehicle from an American based company. I don't care where the CRV is built. Thanks to those who have responded. I'm going to start shopping in early March. Anymore real world experiences would be greatly appreciated.
When cold under light load and light acceleration, the 2-3 upshift is not crisp. It feels as it the clutch is slow to re-engage after the shift. After driving for 45 years and experiencing past tranny failures, it seem as if there is insufficient pressure being applied to the clutch, allowing it to slip in to gear. In the past, this caused the clutch to slowly wears away, depositing particles into the tranny fluid that eventually caused it to fail. The vehicle was placed in service on 12/21/10 and has 700 miles. The dealer road tested and checked it for codes, but could not reproduce the problem. I would like to address the problem before the tranny fails. Any suggestions?
We now have 4500 miles on our 2011 Equinox and we love it. We get right at 22 mpg city and 28 hwy. ( not the 32 posted but good for this class ). We, too, had looked at the CRV, but prefered the room, features and quality of the Chevy. Everything is well laid out and where it should be. Best looking crossover out there!
I agree. 4000 miles and I still enjoy getting in the car and driving. I have had recent CRV and RAV. RAV was very uncomfortable on long trips. CRV was great but underpowerd. Our NOX is the best of all worlds. The six makes a diff.
I sold the car back to the dealer, and Gm did not help in the transaction in anyway. They said I should of kept the car and they did not advise me to get rid of it. So, as far as I know it is still sitting on the dealer lot where I bought it from.
Just bought my V6 Equinox. See my post in the 'buying' thread for details. I really liked the Traverse, but in the end decided it was just too big, too heavy, and too costly (up-front and long-term fuelwise) for our 4-person family.
I'm hearing from some of my brothers friends who work at Chevy dealerships and they mentioned that they are having issues with the trannys blowing or locking up on the 2010/11 Noxs
If it's like my wife's 2008 Pontiac Torent V6 AWD that has 22K miles on it and shares the same frame as the new Equinox, got stuck in front of my house in the last heavy snow storm, even when you go around turns so does the rear. Thank God the lease is coming up in March.
I don't have one, but I believe it should be similar to my AWD pontiac. Good set of winter tires and its easy to go with confidence (have to watch out for being over confident, AWD does help you stop).
We own a 2006 X5 & lease a 2008 MKX that goes back in a few weeks. Both good cars all around but wanted to tighten the perse strings a little. Looked at almost all the crossovers & liked the nox & outback the most but the o/b still looks to much like a wagon for my taste. The nox has more features for a better price
I purchased a LTZ 2011 Equinox a couple of weeks ago and think the fan is noisy at it's lowest fan speed. Being a LTZ it has automatic temperature control and I was wondering if any one else has had this problem?
Radio wouldn't turn on after car being parked for about 30 min. Showed date on dial even though I never turn it off. Stopped car turned off and opened door to cut juice to radio. Restarted and all was well. This happened on 3 stops this afternoon. Happened once about a month ago too. Any ideas? Since car was fairly warm inside I don't think it was the coos since so far hasn't done it after sitting all night in 10 degree weather. Will see what happens in the morning.
I have a '07 nox. The worst car I have ever driven on snowy roads. And I've been driving for 30 years. The dealer has only said 'sorry'. My wife won't drive it on anything but dry roads and I won't let my boys drive it on anything but dry roads because I feel it is unsafe. It is a 2WD.
Went for a test drive in the 3.6 outback & it blew the equinox away. Got my deposit back from chevy & put it on the Subaru. Awesome car fun to drive & pricing is similar.
Good for you. I plan on driving both the CR-V and the Outback this weekend. Wish the Outback was a tad bit cheaper and got a little better mileage with the 6 cyl. And I just don't have any experience with Subaru but it seems like a real nice vehicle.
I like the cr-v also but the wife nixed that ( happy wife happy life). The 2.5 is priced nice but I got the 3.6 limited loaded but no navi for 31k remote start & 100k 6yr ext wrty . I think that is a good deal . I'm in the collision business & spoke to a few mechanics no one had bad comments. Anyway good luck & happy shopping
My 2011 is 3 months old and does the same thing. I notice the jerking is worse when accelerating from a stop and I take my foot off the gas when it is shifting up.
We recently purchased a 2011 Equinox with the 4 cyl. engine. Took a road trip of 723 miles (95% Interstate driving) and averaged a whopping 21.5 mpg. took it in and the dealer said nothing was wrong annd to "live with it". Anyone else experienced this?
Not on flat land driving under 70 mph. I get about 22 mpg driving around the city, averaging 20 mph and 34 on flat freeways with the cruise set to 60.
Mileage depends on where you drive and how you drive. Driving in the mountains without cruise control, with a heavy payload, in windy conditions, would be the perfect storm for bad mileage.
What were the driving conditions during your road trip?
A few thoughts. It may take several thousand miles on it before it gets the best milage (break in thing), how many miles you have on it? I think you would find you will get the best economy at around 55-60 on the highway. Some with the 4 cyl have had a problem with fuel mixing with oil (fuel pump thing), do a sniff test on your dipstick to see if it smells like fuel is in there.
Well, first of, I just purchase my 2011 LTZ about two days ago. So I'm rather new at this for this SUV, but I still have my 2000 Blazer 4x4 LT 4.3.
One thing I have notice so far is all the people bad mouthing the vechile and saying go buy this or that. To me thats what this form is NOT about but rather the Vechile its self. Okay, my two cents on that.
Anyhow when I purchase my SUV I ask the salesman if it had the Home Link so I could open my garage door and he oh yes the buttons are right here and he pointed up, I was test driving it so I just did a quick look and saw buttons. (I had stress to him I wanted everything that my 2000 Blazer LT had in it at the least, and it does have the buttons to open your garage door). So anyhow we made the deal and I got it home and this morning I got up and said okay let program the garage door opener..Well, there isn't one and they don't come with one at any model stage for this vech.
So I call up the sales rep and said Hey man these vech does not have what you said it had and this can be a deal breaker...He look for himself and found out I was right, the vech does not come with it. So he call me back in about 1/2 hour and said he can order the kit for the vech and have it install, and I said okay how much and he said for free, it was his mistake.
So all you out looking for Home Link on this type of Vech it doesn't come with it regardless of model, But it can be order and installed... :shades:
One of the major contributors to poor fuel economy are under inflated tires. Tires low with pressure create drag that the vehicle’s powertrain must overcome, wasting dollars in fuel. Always keep your tires inflated to the proper pressure as shown on the vehicle placard. This not only serves to increase gas mileage but cuts down on tire wear, further decreasing your costs per mile.
A vehicle that has a dirty air filter can’t efficiently draw air into the engine. This restriction forces the engine to expend energy to "breathe" wasting fuel in the process. Change recommendations are found in your vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Always use the proper viscosity oil in your engine. Oil that has a higher than required viscosity will create more drag on the internal components of the engine causing more work for it, especially when cold. Each Owner’s Manual contains information on the proper type of oil for your vehicle. Look for the "starburst" symbol on the front of the bottle, and the SM rating on the API circle on the back label. If you are in doubt, stop by your dealer for an oil change, and any other services required. Most current GM vehicles are equipped with oil life monitors to further assist on the "when" to change your oil. (Aveo/Wave/Optra/Epica currently do not have oil life monitors).
Note: GM Vehicles DO NOT require additional engine oil additives. Some additives may cause harmful effects to the internal seals and additionally void the terms of your vehicles New Car Warranty. Purchasing higher than required octane fuel is a waste of money. Using higher octane fuels in a vehicle that only required regular unleaded fuel will neither increase performance nor improve gas mileage. In all cases refer to your owner’s manual and ONLY use the octane rated fuel recommended for your vehicle.
Even though current GM vehicles have 100,000 mi (160,000 km) service intervals for spark plugs if your vehicle is at that point in its life, have the spark plugs changed to assure proper running and continued efficient, trouble free operation.
Avoid quick/full throttle acceleration from a standstill in town and high cruising speeds on the interstates. While the optimum MPG for highway cruising speed varies from vehicle to vehicle, faster is almost always worse. If your vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center that displays Instant Fuel Economy, select that readout and vary your cruising speed while on the highway. The display will change continuously with uphill and downhill sections but you should quickly be able to identify on level ground the speed range that your vehicle does the best in. Avoid leaving unnecessary items in your trunk. It takes power to move increased weight and that means more gasoline consumption and reduced performance. While the change may be slight, multiplied by thousands of miles, it all adds up. Your vehicle uses much more fuel when the engine is cold. This is especially true in the winter months when the engine will take the longest to warm up. Combine errands or trips so that the vehicle only needs to warm up once to encompass many different stops.
Purchased in Oct 2010, now has 7500 miles. Minor problem when new with traction control lite staying on. Dealer provided loaner. No problems since. Gas mileage average since new - 29.2 MPG under all driving conditions. Most driving is on hyway at 55- 60 MPH, some driving on interstates at 65 mph. Living in a cold climate with 7-8 mile trips, the mileage under those conditions drops to 27 - 28 MPG. I note that the ride is very quiet and smooth considering it is a utility type vehicle.I particularly like the multiple storage features throughout the vehicle.
Yes, I am enjoying the Nox. I have traditionally purchased sedans but this time I am trying this . My brother purchased a 2010 GMC Terrain which he likes. Probably influenced me some. I like the looks of the NOx better than the Terrain. I am looking for a pin stripe for the lower sides at the ridge that sticks out the most. I am hopeful this will provide a little protection from minor door dings.I know it won't protect against major dings, but hopefully it will help some. The first oil change is due and I'm going to see if my dealer uses DEXOS-1 specification oil that is called for in 2011 Nox. The only oil with the DEXOS-1 designation I have been able to find is Valvoline synthetic which costs $25 for a gallon jug. It is not to bad since I should be able to go 8-9000 miles on a change. I don't like the oil filter location and configuration. Not my idea of a good design, possibly cheaper to produce? Change is sometimes difficult.
same problem here. had it back to dealer and was told the only hot outlet is the one in the cargo area. called GM and filed a complaint. how ridiculous to not have a hot outlet up front in this day and age. Hoping for a resolution to the problem. Will let you know if i have any luck.
another often overlooked thing with gas mileage is wind. driving into a strong wind can greatly effect mileage. i once took a 300 mile each way trip the same day. strong winds. 16 mpg going and 27 coming back.
Got my Home Link system install and it works well. If anyone is think of installing one they are pretty cheap. I have seen them on E-Bay for around 25 bucks. Don't know how the labor would be since my was free from the dealer.
To me its a nice little upgrade they can only help with the resale value of the Nox.
It states that the 2LT comes with advanced remote start and rear park assist as standard items in the specs but when talking by e-mail with Chevrolet I am being told that is not true, they are options. If you order a 2LT from a dealership will these features be on in or do you need to state something specific on the order sheet. I have been in contact with the salesman who does not know the answer to the question. He just says if it says in the specs that it is standard then it will have it in the car. I am a little uneasy that the car will be delivered without all the standard items I am expecting it to have and then I am out my deposit or I take the car and live without the missing items. Can anyone help me sort out this dilemma?
The dealer installed it about 6 inchs back from the over head consol. I will try and get a picture of it. Its a little akward (sp) in that spot. But it works!
Right now my younger brother is drying of cancer, so I'm on alert to go back to Ohio here shortly..So there can be a delay in the picture...
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Just bought my V6 Equinox. See my post in the 'buying' thread for details. I really liked the Traverse, but in the end decided it was just too big, too heavy, and too costly (up-front and long-term fuelwise) for our 4-person family.
Mileage depends on where you drive and how you drive. Driving in the mountains without cruise control, with a heavy payload, in windy conditions, would be the perfect storm for bad mileage.
What were the driving conditions during your road trip?
Some with the 4 cyl have had a problem with fuel mixing with oil (fuel pump thing), do a sniff test on your dipstick to see if it smells like fuel is in there.
Have you spoke with your dealer?
Christina
GM Customer Service
One thing I have notice so far is all the people bad mouthing the vechile and saying go buy this or that. To me thats what this form is NOT about but rather the Vechile its self. Okay, my two cents on that.
Anyhow when I purchase my SUV I ask the salesman if it had the Home Link so I could open my garage door and he oh yes the buttons are right here and he pointed up, I was test driving it so I just did a quick look and saw buttons. (I had stress to him I wanted everything that my 2000 Blazer LT had in it at the least, and it does have the buttons to open your garage door). So anyhow we made the deal and I got it home and this morning I got up and said okay let program the garage door opener..Well, there isn't one and they don't come with one at any model stage for this vech.
So I call up the sales rep and said Hey man these vech does not have what you said it had and this can be a deal breaker...He look for himself and found out I was right, the vech does not come with it. So he call me back in about 1/2 hour and said he can order the kit for the vech and have it install, and I said okay how much and he said for free, it was his mistake.
So all you out looking for Home Link on this type of Vech it doesn't come with it regardless of model, But it can be order and installed... :shades:
One of the major contributors to poor fuel economy are under inflated tires. Tires low with pressure create drag that the vehicle’s powertrain must overcome, wasting dollars in fuel. Always keep your tires inflated to the proper pressure as shown on the vehicle placard. This not only serves to increase gas mileage but cuts down on tire wear, further decreasing your costs per mile.
A vehicle that has a dirty air filter can’t efficiently draw air into the engine. This restriction forces the engine to expend energy to "breathe" wasting fuel in the process. Change recommendations are found in your vehicle Owner’s Manual.
Always use the proper viscosity oil in your engine. Oil that has a higher than required viscosity will create more drag on the internal components of the engine causing more work for it, especially when cold. Each Owner’s Manual contains information on the proper type of oil for your vehicle. Look for the "starburst" symbol on the front of the bottle, and the SM rating on the API circle on the back label. If you are in doubt, stop by your dealer for an oil change, and any other services required. Most current GM vehicles are equipped with oil life monitors to further assist on the "when" to change your oil. (Aveo/Wave/Optra/Epica currently do not have oil life monitors).
Note: GM Vehicles DO NOT require additional engine oil additives. Some additives may cause harmful effects to the internal seals and additionally void the terms of your vehicles New Car Warranty.
Purchasing higher than required octane fuel is a waste of money. Using higher octane fuels in a vehicle that only required regular unleaded fuel will neither increase performance nor improve gas mileage. In all cases refer to your owner’s manual and ONLY use the octane rated fuel recommended for your vehicle.
Even though current GM vehicles have 100,000 mi (160,000 km) service intervals for spark plugs if your vehicle is at that point in its life, have the spark plugs changed to assure proper running and continued efficient, trouble free operation.
Avoid quick/full throttle acceleration from a standstill in town and high cruising speeds on the interstates. While the optimum MPG for highway cruising speed varies from vehicle to vehicle, faster is almost always worse. If your vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center that displays Instant Fuel Economy, select that readout and vary your cruising speed while on the highway. The display will change continuously with uphill and downhill sections but you should quickly be able to identify on level ground the speed range that your vehicle does the best in. Avoid leaving unnecessary items in your trunk. It takes power to move increased weight and that means more gasoline consumption and reduced performance. While the change may be slight, multiplied by thousands of miles, it all adds up. Your vehicle uses much more fuel when the engine is cold. This is especially true in the winter months when the engine will take the longest to warm up. Combine errands or trips so that the vehicle only needs to warm up once to encompass many different stops.
Thank you,
Caron, GM Customer Service
To me its a nice little upgrade they can only help with the resale value of the Nox.
jdp4
Right now my younger brother is drying of cancer, so I'm on alert to go back to Ohio here shortly..So there can be a delay in the picture...