The events of the past year have forced delays on many vehicles for production and development, but we are excited here at Chuck Hutton of Memphis about what the 2022 model year will bring! One of the best doses of holiday cheer on the list comes with the Chevy Equinox: some of the new equipment that was slated to arrive on the 2021 model will carry over to the following year, bringing along with them the sleek and appealing gift of the RS trim level.
The RS trim level adds a unique front grille treatment and fascia, black exterior accents, black Equinox badges, black-painted 19-inch wheels, and a quad-tip exhaust. Catering to the driver who enjoys the more aggressive side of things, the interior boasts contrasting red stitching and an RS-branded shift knob, and a unique stitched leather shift boot. The RS trim as a whole has enjoyed immense popularity over the last two years, as the Trailblazer has seen a fourth of all its sales deriving from RS models.
This year's Chevy Equinox offers two engine choices: a standard turbocharged 1.5-liter LYX inline four-cylinder and optional turbocharged 2.0-Liter LTG inline four-cylinder. The 1.5 LYX engine is rated at 170 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque, and is paired to a six-speed automatic transmission. For such a sporty trim level you may be rightfully-inspired to get your hands on the more powerful of the two: the 2.0-liter LTG cranks out 252 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque with shifting duties handled by GM's nine-speed automatic.
We are eager to partake in our very own full-on holiday tradition by accompanying those desiring test drives for this very popular crossover SUV that Car and Driver described as having “plenty of passenger room, a feature-laden infotainment system, and athletic handling.” Also make sure to explore the fantastic and upper-end options of the Premier trim: the cabin is decked-out with detail such as custom French stitching and gloss-black trim on the console. The Confidence and Convenience package includes dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a power liftgate, rear cross-traffic alert, and remote start.
With as fully-loaded a schedule on tap as many busy families are expecting for the New Year, a very easy-to-drive and agreeable vehicle such as the Equinox will be the perfect addition to tackle the rapidly incoming to-do-list. The towing rating is up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped, and the vehicle achieved 30 mpg during drive extended testing with the larger engine and all-wheel drive. Both front-and rear-seat passengers will enjoy the ride in optimum comfort, and the infotainment system boasts amazing ease of use and quick response. Key safety features on the 2022 Equinox include standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, standard lane-keeping assist with lane-departure warning, and available adaptive cruise control.
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