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2010 CHEVY EQUINOX


Vehicle Highlights


Model Lineup

 

Engines

Transmissions

 

2.4L I-4 direct injection

3.0L V-6 direct injection

Hydra-Matic 6T45
6-spd auto

Hydra-Matic 6T70
6-spd auto

Equinox LS

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Equinox LT

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o

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(paired with 3.0L)

Equinox LTZ

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o

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(paired with 3.0L)

Key:

Standard

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Optional

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Not available

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2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX: A COMPACT CROSSOVER FOR ALL SEASONS - AND ALL LIFESTYLES

The all-new 2010 Equinox blends distinctive design with outstanding efficiency. A new, 2.4L direct injection engine helps this great-looking compact crossover deliver best-in-segment highway fuel consumption 6.1 L/100 km Chevrolet expects nearly three-quarters of customers will choose the efficient, 2.4L engine.

The new Equinox draws its exterior design inspiration from the Chevrolet Malibu sedan and Traverse crossover; and like those vehicles, the new Equinox complements its styling with attention to detail and unexpected features. It is available in LS, LT and LTZ trim, with available all-wheel drive.

Both the new, 2.4L engine and an available 3.0L V-6 feature fuel-saving direct injection and variable valve timing technology. Vehicle highlights include:

Design details

The new Equinox features Chevy's signature global face - a two-tier grille and prominent gold bowtie insignia. Strong fender shapes, a distinctive premium roofline, wraparound headlamps and dual round taillamps are additional elements that define Equinox as a true Chevrolet.

Additional design features include:

Equinox's rocker panels are integrated into the doors to make it easier to get in and out of the vehicle. They narrow the area over which a passenger must step, offering protection for pant legs that could brush against dirty rockers. Also, chrome trim and flush-fitting "exposed-edge" windshield and rear glass reinforce Equinox's build quality and reduce wind noise.

Dimensionally, the Equinox rides on the same 2,857 mm (112.5-inch) wheelbase as its predecessor, but is about 25 mm (one inch) shorter in length and 25 mm (one inch) wider. It also has a wider front track that enhances the ride and handling.

Interior amenities, storage and flexibility

Inside, the Equinox features attention to detail - including a number of storage bins, such as an oversized glove box; a closed storage bin in the instrument panel above the centre stack; and closed storage under the centre armrest large enough for a laptop computer.

A "floating" centre stack houses many ergonomic comfort and convenience controls. Contemporary, ice-blue ambient lighting - featured within and surrounding the centre stack, encircling the centre-console cupholders and within the door pull cups - accentuates the cabin. The front and rear seats, which include cloth and uplevel, perforated leather-trimmed offerings, are designed for best-in-class comfort.

Front-seat fore-aft travel of 25 mm (10 inches), combined with the tilt/telescoping steering wheel and standard power-adjustable seat height, offer exceptional driver comfort. The new Equinox retains its MultiFlex rear seat capability, which allows the seat to be moved fore or aft nearly 200 mm (7.9 inches), for the best rear legroom in its class. With the 60/40-split-back rear seat moved all the way forward, the cargo area offers 889 litres (31.4 cubic feet) of storage.

The Equinox's cabin is notable for its quietness. Noise-absorbing elements are built into the chassis, engine compartment and interior. In addition, GM's first application of Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) technology is used on 2.4L-equipped models. ANC uses microphones to detect booming sounds inside the vehicle and sends counteracting sound waves through the audio system's speakers, ensuring a quiet driving experience at almost all vehicle speeds.

Convenience, infotainment and connectivity

A variety of technologies are integrated in the Equinox, such as an available seven-inch touch-screen navigation system. Additional features also include:

Chassis and suspension

The 2010 Equinox is built on a body-integral structure with single-piece body side stampings and targeted applications of high-strength steel. Those elements form the foundation of a solid, quiet driving experience. The strong structure enabled engineers to tune the four-wheel-independent suspension system for greater control and driver feedback.

Standard and available features include:

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For media enquiries contact:
General Motors of Canada
Product Communications
Tony LaRocca
905-644-1804
tony.larocca@gm.com



SPECIFICATIONS

Overview

Models:

Chevrolet Equinox LS, LT and LTZ; FWD and AWD

Body style / driveline:

Five-passenger, four-door SUV, front-engine, front- or all-wheel drive

Construction:

Welded galvanized steel (except for roof) monocoque

EPA vehicle class:

Compact sport utility vehicle

Manufacturing location:

Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada

Key competitors:

Ford Escape, Jeep Liberty, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota RAV4

Engines

Type:

2.4L DOHC I-4 DI (LAF)

3.0L DOHC V-6 DI (LFI)

Displacement (cc / cu in):

2384 / 145

2994 / 183

Bore & stroke (mm / in):

88 x 98 / 3.46 x 3.85

89 x 80.2 / 3.50 x 3.15

Block material:

Cast aluminum

Sand-cast aluminum with cast-in bore liners

Cylinder head material:

Cast aluminum

Cast aluminum

Valvetrain:

DOHC, four valves per cylinder; variable valve timing

DOHC, four valves per cylinder; variable valve timing

Fuel delivery:

Direct sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control

Direct sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control

Compression ratio:

11.4:1

11.7:1

Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):

182 / 136 @ 6700*

264 / 197 @ 6950*

Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

172 / 233 @ 4900*

222 / 301 @ 5100*

Recommended fuel:

Regular unleaded

Regular unleaded

Emissions controls:

Close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 24x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor

Close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 24x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor

Estimated fuel consumption:

    

Mi/imp.gal (city / hwy / combined)

FWD: 31 / 46 / 36
AWD: 28 / 41 / 32

FWD: 23 / 35 / 28
AWD: 23 / 34 / 27

L/100km (city / hwy / combined)

FWD: 9.2 / 6.1 / 7.8
AWD: 10.1 / 6.9 / 8.7

FWD: 12.1 / 8.0 / 10.2
AWD: 12.3 / 8.4 / 10.5

Transmission

 

Hydra-Matic 6T45

Hydra-Matic 6T70

Type:

Six-speed automatic electronically controlled with electronic range select

Six-speed automatic electronically controlled with electronic range select

Gear ratios: (:1):

    

First:

4.58

4.48

Second:

2.96

2.87

Third:

1.91

1.84

Fourth:

1.44

1.41

Fifth:

1.00

1.00

Sixth:

0.74

0.74

Reverse:

2.94

2.88

Final drive ratio:

3.23 (FWD)
3.53 (AWD)

2.77

Chassis / Suspension

Front:

Independent strut-type with tuned coil springs; direct-acting stabilizer bar; hydraulic ride bushings

Rear:

Independent four-link with coil springs and trailing arm; stabilizer bar; hydraulic link bushings

Steering type:

Rack-mounted electric power steering with 2.4L; hydraulic power rack-and-pinion with 3.0L

Steering ratio:

18.1:1 (2.4L)
17.4:1 (3.0L)

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3.46 (2.4L)
2.90 (3.0L with 18-in wheels)
2.80 (3.0L with 19-in wheels)

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (m / ft):

12.2 / 40 (with 17- and 18-in wheels)
13 / 42.6 (with 19-in wheels

Brakes

Type:

Power front and rear vented discs, standard anti-lock brakes

Rotor diameter x thickness (mm / in):

front: 321 x 30 / 12.6 x 1.18
rear: 303 x 20 / 11.9 x 0.78

Total swept area (sq cm / sq in):

front: 526 / 20.7
rear: 390 / 15.3

Wheels/Tires

Wheel size and type:

17-in painted aluminum (std. on all models)
18-in machine-face aluminum (opt. on LT and LTZ)
19-in chrome-clad aluminum (opt. on LTZ)

Tires:

P225/65R17 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires
P235/55R18 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires
P235/55R19 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires

Dimensions

Exterior

Wheelbase (mm / in):

2857 / 112.5

Overall length (mm / in):

4771 / 187.8

Overall width (mm / in):

1842 / 72.5

Overall height (mm / in):

1684 / 66.3

Track (mm / in):

front: 1587 / 62.5
rear: 1570 / 61.8

Approach angle (deg):

14.8

Departure angle (deg):

23.2

Breakover ramp angle (deg):

16.5

Minimum ground clearance (mm / in):

198.5 / 7.8

Ground to rear load floor (mm / in):

731.2 / 28.8

Curb weight, base (kg / lb):

1710 / 3770

Weight distribution (front / rear):

58 / 42

Interior

Headroom (mm / in):

front: 1040 / 40.9
rear: 995 / 39.2

Legroom (mm / in):

front: 1046 / 41.2
rear: 1015 / 39.9 (1013 / 39.9 max rear legroom)

Shoulder room (mm / in):

front: 1418 / 55.8
rear: 1405 / 55.3

Hip room (mm / in):

front: 1294 / 51.1
rear: 1304 / 51.3

Capacities

Seating capacity:

5

EPA interior volume (L / cu ft):

3695 / 130.5

Passenger volume (L / cu ft):

2822 / 99.7

Cargo volume (L / cu ft)::

889 / 31.4 (maximum behind rear seat)
1803 / 63.7 (maximum behind front seat)

GVWR, standard (kg / lb):

FWD: 1710 / 3761 (2.4L)
AWD: 1786 / 3929 (2.4L)
FWD: 1793 / 3944 (3.0L)
AWD: 1864 / 4101 (3.0L)

Payload, base (kg / lb):

540 / 1190

Trailer towing maximum (kg / lb):

680 / 1500 (2.4L)
1588 / 3500 (3.0L)

Fuel tank (L / imp.gal):

71.1 / 15.6 (2.4L)
79.1 / 17.3 (3.0L)

*SAE certified.

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