2006 Chevrolet Equinox Consumer Reviews

I'm Alive

Written by: Megan on 10/08/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I bought my Equinox 2 yrs ago. It has 60,000 on it now. Well, did. I had to replace the rotors and was due again. Also, the main belt in the motor had to be replaced. There was a knocking sound coming from the back passenger side we could never figure out. Also, my gas gauge was never accurate after filling up. Two days ago I totaled it. I hydroplaned and flipped numerous times before playing ping pong with pine trees. It threw me out of the seat belt ans I landed halfway outside the vehicle. Also, NONE of my air bags deployed. I came out with only scratches & bruises so I'm blessed but don't really know how I'm feeling about it at this time. Cons out weigh pros but I am alive.

Favorite Features

Roomy

Suggested Improvements

Too many to mention.

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100,000 miles and going strong.

Written by: Pete63 on 10/04/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I purchased my Nox brand new in 2006. I have had a few issues with the wheel bearings. All have been replaced within 100,000 miles. Other than that it has all been basic maintenance. The tires on my vehicle were great (lasted 95,000 miles). I had my 100k maintenance completed a few days ago, oil, trans fluid, and filters changed. Everything is still running like brand new. Would definitely purchase another Nox when the time comes.

Favorite Features

Cargo room

Suggested Improvements

Ipod port would be great.

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Unsettling Starts

Written by: diappointed on 09/28/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We bought our Equinox, because of all the good reviews we read when they first came out. I have less than 31,000 miles and we have had to replace all 4 tires, front and rear brakes, have had a leak from the back (trunk) and replaced the weather stripping at a cost of $300.00. And today had to have it towed because the car just won't start. I had it in to the dealer because of the car not starting right away when I had turned the key, they told me that they would do a tune up and that should help and guess what did the same thing 2 days ago and now it won't start at all. I love the SUV over all.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Fix the hard starting, change battery location.

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Love Hate Relationship

Written by: Andrew on 09/22/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

Like everyone else I have had issues. Just under 2 years the tires needed to be replaced. Wheel bearings were replaced under warranty and now that warranty is done need to be replaced again. There is a knock in the gas tank because something is loose. While driving on highway front console shuts off. No speedometer, tach etc. Problems with transmission. Seems to shift into neutral while driving. Cheap windshield wipers, all replaced after 2 years. Windshield chips and cracks very easily... poor design.. Headlight needed to be replaced after 3 years. Blind spots are very big and you need to be careful... Use your mirrors Key constantly sticks in ignition.

Favorite Features

I am 6'8" tall. This car is perfect for someone my size. Very roomy great on your back. Lots of storage space. Ok gas mileage. Handles - turns well and is good in snow/ (Canadian winter) Starts very easily. I love the comfort and ease of driving. Feels sturdy on the road and makes me feel safe.

Suggested Improvements

#1 Check into problems with wheel bearings. #2 Don't use such cheap tires #3 Move cup holders away from E-Brake #4 Have back seats fold flat and even with trunk area to make one large flat surface. #5 Check angle of windshield to ensure optimal #6 Put rock guard on corner of back door

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Saved our lives

Written by: Tracy on 09/12/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We only had our Equinox 8 months but it was one of the best vehicles we have ever owned. For an suv it got decent mileage, around 22 hwy which is all we drove in it. It was so fun to drive until we lost control by driving a little too fast in the rain and went head on with the concrete barrier at 65mph. The seatbelts and airbags hurt but did exactly what they should. Nox's designed was great! We both walked away from an accident that should have killed one of us. The frame was rolled under but we had no major injuries. If you want something dependable and very safe buy a Nox. We are going to pick out a new one now!

Favorite Features

Exterior looks, handling, safety

Suggested Improvements

move the cupholders and make them a little stronger

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Chevy equinox

Written by: Camille on 08/17/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

When I got the suv I was so excited could not wait to take it home. The only problem it was having was when it started it was making some kind of noise after 2 years then battery did go out on me and I did have to replace it the front tires have to be replace. I am not going to complain. But over all I love it.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

More warranty!!!!!

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Capital "U" in Utility

Written by: Ed Butera on 08/02/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

At just over 38K miles... Where this vehicle shines is it's utility: we've towed an overloaded trailer from IL to AZ and moved an 8' couch in the cabin, just to name two examples. The cabin is spacious and comfortable (minus the stiff foam in the seats) for both people and cargo; the fold-flat front seats and sliding rear bench are brilliant. It rides nice and smooth, though the suspension makes a lot of noise over bumps. Decent fuel economy, despite the outdated engine paired with an "unsure" transmission (it likes to hunt for gears on even small grades). Only problems so far have been the battery that quit and was replaced under warranty, and the squeaks and rattles that suddenly appeared.

Favorite Features

Utility: fold-flat passenger seat and sliding rear seat, combined with 60/40 split; interior space; towing capability (for a uni-body); exterior styling;

Suggested Improvements

Ditch the outdated engine; foam in the seats; improve the quality of the interior plastics; plastic wheel covers on a $23K vehicle (?!); GM needs to stop being cheap and make the roof rack cross bars and cargo cover standard.

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Maintenace Headache

Written by: Problems R Us on 07/27/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV AWD (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

We bought it in 2005 and it was fine for about two years. The tires barely lasted two years, then the rotors warped and had to be replaced. Thought it was over, then nightmare started with the ABS engaging under normal driving conditions. Sound familiar, well it's a poorly designed system for the speed sensor. It means you will need to replace the complete wheel hub assembly and sensor....$390.00 just for the part. Better check the centre hanger bracket bearing for the rear axle on the AWD version, that fell apart too! Good luck finding that part. Yeah, its only three years old! Did I mention the heater box fell apart...no heat...a $90.00 part but $1000.00+ for labour to get it out!!

Favorite Features

Good peppy motor, lots of room in the back for the kids.

Suggested Improvements

The engineers blew it! Lousy brakes, poor quality in general. Though I would help out the N American car makers. The Germans do it better....

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unsure

Written by: Brenda S IL/TX on 07/24/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I have enjoyed my vehicle from day one, but, I am unsure about the design of the windshield, (angle), I have had to replace my windshield 3 times and need a 4th due to tiny rocks that have come from other cars on the road. I have owned other vehicle that when a small rock hits the windshield it MIGHT chip it but with the Equinox as I stated before its almost a sure thing that I will have to replace the whole windshield because the chips spreads immediately. Another thing that kind of makes me have doubts is the blindspots it has. I am almost done paying for it and I cant say will buy another.

Favorite Features

good quality sound from radio, roomy

Suggested Improvements

make hitches standard. improve blind spots and windshield problem, I have read I am not the only owner that has had this problem.

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Good Utility

Written by: homesbytom on 06/05/2009

Vehicle

2006 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV (3.4L 6cyl 5A)

Review

I purchased this 2006 vehicle replacing my 2001 toyota prius in 2005. I have over 53,000 miles on the car, no major work yet. I put synthetic oil in and change it every 5k, just bought new tires and breaks. Only had one tail light go out. Otherwise car runs excellent.

Favorite Features

Sliding rear seat, steering wheel controls for radio, and seat controls.

Suggested Improvements

Ipod hook up would have been nice. Not having the cup holders over the 12v outlet.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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