2008 Chevrolet Equinox

Horsepower: 185 @ 5200
Torque (lb-ft): 210 @ 3800
Weight: 3776 lbs
0-60: TBD

Bodystyle: Sport Utility
Market Segment: 4WD Sport Utili...
Engine type: Gas V6
Transmission type: 5 Automatic

MSRP: $27,246 - $29,140

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It has an aggressive stance and a sporting nature, thanks to a lowered suspension, bold 18-inch wheels, a powerful, 263-horsepower (196 kW) DOHC engine – backed up with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual tap up/tap down control – a tuned exhaust and unique exterior appointments. Details such as body color fascias and the elimination of the roof rack contribute to the sleek design, making the Equinox Sport an uncompromising performance vehicle.

“The Equinox Sport embodies all of the value-driven performance ingredients that have made Chevrolet the brand for performance enthusiasts of all walks of life,” said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. “Better still, customers don’t have to sacrifice the versatility they expect from the Equinox – they simply get an SUV that hauls their friends and cargo with head-turning style.”

The 2008 Equinox Sport is scheduled to arrive at Chevrolet dealerships in the third quarter of 2007. Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models are available.

Design details

Using Chevrolet’s popular Equinox SUV as the foundation, the Equinox Sport delivers a performance-inspired appearance, with body colored front and rear fascias and a body color grille cross bar. The front and rear fascias have trapezoidal design cues; the front fascia uses silver-painted trapezoidal air inlets, while the rear fascia features dual chrome trapezoidal-shaped exhaust outlets.

The Equinox Sport’s performance-oriented look is enhanced by eliminating the roof rack, although it is offered as an option. Also, 18-inch flangeless, high-polished forged aluminum five-spoke wheels, mounted on P235/50R18 tires, complement an aggressive stance.

Inside, the Equinox Sport has standard all-Ebony trim and appointments all its own. New seats with bolsters that enhance lateral support during quick cornering maneuvers are standard, with perforated leather-covered versions available. It also has a leather-wrapped, four-spoke steering wheel and specific instruments, including a 140-mph speedometer. The shifter also is unique to the Equinox Sport, as it is a J-gate design that enables precise control of the six-speed transmission’s fully automatic or manual tap-up/tap-down features.

Standard features also include those for which the Equinox is already known and appreciated: five-passenger seating with a Multi-Flex, split-folding rear seat, flat-folding front passenger seat , power door locks with remote keyless entry, power windows, air conditioning, tilt steering, rear liftgate with defogger and washer/wiper, and an AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six-speaker audio system. XM Satellite Radio and remote vehicle starting also are standard. Available options include a power sunroof, Pioneer seven-speaker audio system and OnStar with Turn-by-Turn Navigation.

Performance

GM’s high-feature 3.6L V-6 powers the Equinox Sport. It is a DOHC engine with variable valve timing that delivers 263 horsepower (196 kW)* and 250 lb.-ft of torque (342 Nm)* – a 42-percent power increase over the Equinox LT. The 3.6L engine is paired with a new Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic that provides an excellent balance between performance and fuel economy. This powertrain combination delivers performance that would be the envy of many sports cars, with an estimated 0-60 mph time of less than seven seconds.

The Equinox Sport’s underhood acumen is complemented with a performance-tuned suspension. A long, 112.5-inch (2,857 mm) wheelbase and wide, 61.8-inch (1,569 mm) track give the Equinox a stable, confident road feel, while the Sport’s lowered ride height, specific shock tuning, control arms and larger, solid stabilizer bars add to its more responsive, sporting driving experience. The overall ride height is reduced by about 1 inch (25 mm).

The front suspension has a MacPherson strut design with new control arms and stiffer, hydraulic bushings and slightly stiffer springs. The rear suspension features a four-link independent layout with stiffer bushings.

GM’s innovative StabiliTrak electronic stability control system, front and rear disc brakes with four-channel ABS and tire pressure monitoring system all are standard on the Equinox Sport – as they are on all Equinox models for 2007. On AWD models, the automatic all-wheel drive system has no buttons to push. It engages automatically when wheel slip is detected.

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Vehicle

• EPA Classification : 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle

Engine

• Engine Order Code : LNJ
• Engine Type : Gas V6
• Displacement : 3.4L/204
• Fuel System : SFI
• SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 185 @ 5200
• SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 210 @ 3800

Transmission

• Drivetrain : All Wheel Drive
• Trans Order Code : MX0
• Trans Type : 5
• Trans Description Cont. : Automatic
• Trans Description Cont. Again : N/A
• First Gear Ratio (:1) : 4.58
• Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.98
• Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.95
• Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 1.32
• Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
• Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) : N/A
• Reverse Ratio (:1) : 5.02
• Clutch Size (in) : N/A
• Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 2.48
• Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High : 1.00
• Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low : - TBD -

Mileage

• EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 17
• EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 24

Electrical

• Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary) : - TBD -
• Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : - TBD -

Cooling System

• Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 10.6

Weight Information

• Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3776

Trailering

• Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 3500
• Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 350
• Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 3500
• Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 525

Suspension

• Suspension Type - Front : Strut-type
• Suspension Type - Rear : Trailing arm
• Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
• Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
• Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : - TBD -
• Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : - TBD -
• Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : - TBD -
• Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : N/A

Brakes

• Brake Type : Power
• Brake ABS System : 4-Wheel
• Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
• Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
• Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.65 x 1.02
• Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 11.93 x 0.79
• Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : N/A
• Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : N/A

Tires

• Front Tire Order Code : QLJ
• Rear Tire Order Code : QLJ
• Spare Tire Order Code : N/A
• Front Tire Size : P235/60R17
• Rear Tire Size : P235/60R17
• Spare Tire Size : - TBD -

Wheels

• Front Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 7
• Rear Wheel Size (in) : 17 x 7
• Spare Wheel Size (in) : - TBD -
• Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
• Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
• Spare Wheel Material : Steel

Steering

• Steering Type : Variable power assist
• Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 19.4
• Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.8
• Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 41.8
• Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -

Fuel Tank

• Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 16.0

Exterior Dimensions

• Wheelbase (in) : 112.5
• Length, Overall (in) : 188.8
• Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 71.4
• Height, Overall (in) : 69.3
• Tread Width, Front (in) : 61.6
• Tread Width, Rear (in) : 61.8
• Min Ground Clearance (in) : 7.9
• Rear Door Opening Height (in) : - TBD -
• Rear Door Opening Width (in) : - TBD -
• Liftover Height (in) : 28.6

Cargo Area Dimensions

• Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) : - TBD -
• Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) : - TBD -
• Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in) : N/A
• Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) : - TBD -
• Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) : - TBD -
• Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) : - TBD -
• Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft�) : 67.1
• Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft�) : N/A
• Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft�) : N/A

Interior Dimensions

• Passenger Capacity : 2
• Passenger Volume (ft�) : 106.4
• Front Head Room (in) : 39.8
• Front Leg Room (in) : 41.2
• Front Shoulder Room (in) : 55.7
• Front Hip Room (in) : 51.1
• Second Head Room (in) : N/A
• Second Leg Room (in) : N/A
• Second Shoulder Room (in) : N/A
• Second Hip Room (in) : N/A

Summary

• Vehicle Name : Equinox
• Body Style : 4 Door

News - Crash Test Results:

Frontal Driver: * * * * *

Frontal Passenger: * * * * *

Side Driver: * * * * *

Side Rear Passenger: * * * * *

Crash Test Note: Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA Rollover Rating: * * * *

Rollover Note: The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).

Rebate:

Incentive Note: One of the following incentives may apply to this vehicle. Regional incentives may vary.

Cash Incentive Maximum: 1500

Cash Finance Rule: Or

Financing Incentive Min: 0.0

Expiration Date: 01/02/2008

Resource Name: chevrolet.com

Resource Date: 11/20/2007

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Safety Features

• 4-Wheel ABS
• 4-Wheel ABS
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch
• Passenger Air Bag
• Driver Air Bag
• Rear Head Air Bag
• Side Head Air Bag
• Electronic Stability Control
• Electronic Stability Control
• Daytime Running Lights
• Daytime Running Lights
• Child Safety Locks
• Auto-On Headlights
• Traction Control
• Traction Control
• Traction Control
• Traction Control
• Tires - Front All-Season
• Tires - Rear All-Season

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