2004 2005 Chevrolet Equinox

The new five-passenger sport-utility vehicle, the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is a well proportioned, stylish truck that fits in well with the idea of a smaller SUV. Although the new Equinox is a smaller SUV with an overall length of 187.3 inches, it sports passenger and cargo capacity that rivals some of the larger sport utes. With a fold down front passenger seat and a split-folding rear seta, the Equinox allows for extra long cargo storage completely within the vehicle. Another feature that adds to the versatility of the new 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is its height-adjusting cargo shelf thatcan be used as a temporary desk or a luggage privacy screen.

A standard 185 horsepower 3400 V-6 engine with 210 foot-pounds of torque is coupled with a 5-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel or on-demand all-wheel-drive boasts a maximum towing capability at 3500 pounds. The new Equinox SUV applies traction to the front wheels when on normal roads and sends power to the rear wheels when it detects slippage in the front wheels. Power rack and pinion steering and independent four wheel suspension gives the Equinox a big SUV ride.

The new 2005 Chevrolet Equinox comes in four trim levels, the LS 2WD and AWD and the LT 2WD and AWD. All offer car-like handling with classic Chevy truck looks. There is ample interior space with unrivaled headroom. With the popularity of Chevrolet Blazer becoming more regionalized, this is the perfect time to introduce the Equinox into the market to help restore Chevrolet's dominance in this segment.

Engine - 3.4L V6, Standard Transmission - 5 Speed Automatic, Cylinders - 6, Horsepower @ RPM - 185@5200, Torque @ RPM - 210@3800, Compression - 9.5.

OVERALL ANALYSIS

2005 Chevrolet Equinox Review concludes that the time is right for this well-conceived small SUV. It has all the qualities that shoppers in this segment are looking for. We predict the Equinox will be a success.