Used 2012 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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An Engineers Review of the 2012 Equinox
Eric, San Diego, CA, 09/18/2015
Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
135 of 143 people found this review helpful
We have own our 2012 Equinox since November 2011. This a very good value for the money. My wife and I both choose this vehicle after test driving this SUV along with Honda CRV, Ford Escape, and Toyota Rav4. Ride I am very pedantic with vehicles and so the ride of a vehicle is the first thing I check out. The triple door seals and the acoustic dampening of the engine make for a very quiet ride. The 18 inch wheels and suspension make for a very smooth ride -- even over rough terrain. Seats The seats in the equinox are the most comfortable seats in its class. The leather interior do not feel cheap, like it does in the Rav 4 or Escape. Powertrain The engine is seems to be a good balance of performance with economy. We tend to get about 24 miles per gallon in the Equinox which is probably related to the hills of San Diego and the fact I tend to drive close to 80 on the highway. I have experienced a rough shift in the transmission once or twice. I think that is something that could be improved upon. Controls The controls are very well thought out throughout the vehicle. You do have to lean forward to touch all the buttons on the infotainment system but you the gear shift is in a nice nature position for the drive unlike the CRV with the shifter growing out of the center stack. One change that I would like to see in the Equinox is a push button start. I had a friend of mine drive it who was use to driving an audi and he had trouble putting the key into the ignition. I think the new Ford Escape push button is very well done. No repairs needed We have never had to repair the Equinox since we have purchased it almost 4 years ago. We have only had oil changes and tire rotations. Cargo The cargo capacity is not huge but after observing the other SUVs and they are the same in size. You will want to be very careful in picking out strollers that fit inside if you have young children or babies. If the stroller collapse flat and long they will be a tough fit. If they fold in half you will not problem. All in all, I would recommend this vehicle to any wanting a Small SUV. Everyone I know who has purchased one love them.
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dimming of interior lights
dissapointed20, Pittsburgh, PA, 12/17/2012
Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I know I can not be the only Equinox owner with the crazy intermittent dimming of the interior lights..at times it is so dark you can't read the speedometer..I understand the concept of dimming lights but this goes beyond the normal. I have had the sencor replaced 3 times and told this is normal..has anyone else monitored their dash as carefully as I have..this can't be a normal occurance..and the snow senor pops up at 37 degrees no matter whether its in the garage or on the road..this dimming is a big issue. And the gas milage is over-rated- poor
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If you have one, Get rid of it or by a lot oil
charles, Atlanta, GA, 08/19/2015
Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
27 of 30 people found this review helpful
If you have the four cylinder model you'll need a new bank loan for the amount of oil it uses. I've had to have the top end rebuilt at around 50,000 mi. It uses 3-4 qts/5000 mi synthetic oil change at the dealership. (It's the only way to keep the warranty valid) Service blamed the top end repair on the "owner" for not changing the oil often enough and "Chevrolet made it right." The oil has been faithfully changed at 7500 mi. Suggested changes are 10000 mi. What a load of Cr*#p when you read all of the forums with users complaining about the crummy engine. Chevrolet should recall the vehicle for defective engines. This is my last Chevrolet..... Government Motors needs help!
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A goodie
Lyle Jones, Burbank, WA, 10/22/2016
updated 10/26/2020
Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a very nice car to own. Ease of handling. Good appearance. Comfortable. A little slow on acceleration uphill. The wife likes it. Update: It is starting to burn oil. One quart per 2500 miles. We've had trouble with the tire pressure sensors. We're at 5500 feet above sea level and when the seasons change from hot to cold the sensors show low pressure when there is no low pressure.
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Beware of this vehicle
Chip, Pittsfield, MA, 10/01/2017
updated 04/03/2019
Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The doors rust out on the bottom edge and chevy/gm won't take care of it unless it is through the door rust!!!!!! For the record I got rid of the rust bucket equinox I do not recommend this vehicle at all!!!!!!! And poor service by GM and Chevy and the local dealer too!!!!!!!!
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