2005 Chevrolet Equinox Consumer Reviews Page 10
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(636 Total Reviews)
Best small SUV. Nice and fun, modern
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LS AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have had it for 3 months. I have not had any problems. This car is really fast and it accelerates very quick.Inside is cer spacius I'm 6'1 and I fit really good. I got the LS but I put a new metallic green paint and it looks great. Also I put 20" chrome rims which makes the car look very nice. If you buy one buy the LT because it looks better bcause it has fog lights and inside is better. In other words I'll give this car a 9.5 for a small SUV. 10 if I had the LT.
Favorite Features
The front of the car, engine looks high tech, back lights are really nice.
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage, even though is good it could be better. Fog lights
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Equinox 05
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LS AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I have only had this vehicle for one week and so far my only and greatest disappointment is the fuel economy. My old 87 with over 300k miles got better gas mileage than my new car! It falls below the advertised 19 MPG average. I'm lucky if I get 14 MPG. I do love how it handles and the spaciousness for the passengers.
Favorite Features
Spaciousness and how it handles on dirt roads.
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage! Glovebox light. The side "humps" in the cargo area can go away, they minimize your cargo space. Hand "handles" above all doors.
Paul's Chevy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is the first time I've purchased an "American" made car in 10 years. I am very impressed with this Chevy, from the price, quality and gas mileage, GM has come along way. If they keep this up, with their other brands, they will remain the world's largest auto maker.
Favorite Features
Interior styling, especially the "euro" looking center dash console.
Suggested Improvements
Steering is too soft.
One Year Evaluation
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This is the first American vehicle I ever purchased. I am extremely pleased with the performance, design, color, and comfort. There is also plenty of room for 5 to fit comfortably. Its a sharp looking SUV. Thanks Chevrolet, you will always have me as a loyal customer.
Favorite Features
Satelite radio and MPV stereo is great.. Love it!
Suggested Improvements
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Nightmare
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 1 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LT Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This vehicle is by far the worst vehicle I have owned. I have had it in for serivce numerous times, and a solution is never presented. Vehicle is loud at all speeds, acceleration and power is terrible. Ride quality is very rough, and with every bump the vehicle jumps. Have had check engine light, oil light, and engine service light come on about 3-5 times a week. And as far as gas mileage, I average about 15-16mpg. This is by far the worst vehicle I have owned, I regret buying it every day. Please try to avoid this vehicle in any way.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Nice vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Really like it - turning radius takes a little while to get used to. Fuel mileage in town(usually what I drive) could be better. Highway miles good. Cloth on seats stain easily.
Favorite Features
Rear storage
Suggested Improvements
Better cloth on seats
is okay to drive
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Fun, very easy to park, excellent to drive on extreme weather. The only thing that the designer has to improve is the windshield area, when it snows you get a lot of acumulation there, you actually have to stop and clean the snow to continue driving safely.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Be careful with this car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LT Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I bought this car after test driving and reading online the glowing reports of this vehicle. Never in over my 36 years of driving have I been so disappointed in a car. I have had it to the shop for: Key stuck in the ignition, seat heaters not working, starter not functioning ( at least 6 times) Brakes making noises ( at least 12 times) re-progamming the CD player, transmission....need I go on. I write this as my car is now in the shop for the 3rd time in 3 weeks! Stay away from this car..very disappointed
Favorite Features
XM radio, leather seats
Suggested Improvements
Too many to list read above review and you will figure out why!
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Fair
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
Turning in tight spots needs some attention. The mileage is not what as advertise. The mileage was my biggest disappointment. Other than those 2 items, I really like the Equinox and it's roominess for riding. I did not get all the options, but a fair share, I like the options I do have.
Favorite Features
CD player, moon roof,
Suggested Improvements
Better mileage and more gauges in the instrument panel
Very Nice
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Chevrolet Equinox LS Fwd 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)
Review
First time buying a new car. My wife needed something more reliable and we both loved her Montero. Found this at our local Chevy dealer and liked it rom the first test drive. Have drove it for a few months and have no real complaints. Love the seating and cargo area. VERY roomy in the backseat. The gas mileage is getting better every month with the more miles on it.
Favorite Features
The cargo area and bench seat. Also the design of the interior very roomy and open
Suggested Improvements
Radio was a lil confusing to start but got the hang of it. Also better sun visors.
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