At one point of time, SUVs were defamed because of their higher rates of accidents. Since SUVs are performance-oriented vehicles, they were prepared to handle off roading with grace, but were low in safety measures. But today, the automobile industry has witnessed revolutionary changes, because of advanced technology. The effect can be best observed in the safety side, where crossover SUVs from prominent brands like Chevrolet manufacture their models with highest possible safety measures.
If we take the example of the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox, we can surely say it is still holding the topmost position in the list of most popular crossover SUVs. Its popularity can be justified in many ways. To start with, we can mention the wide range of configuration options that Chevrolet offers through its three trim levels, namely, the LS, LT, Premier, and RS. The models add more and more levels of comfort as well as conveniences that is offered in return to their higher price tags, explained the staff who attended us at the Jacksonville Chevrolet dealership.
Updates for 2021
Chevrolet has updated the Equinox models for the 2021 edition with some special changes. It started with the exterior that now comes with a well chiseled front end with new pair of dazzling headlights. Lying low, the front bumper now subtly shows its strength for protecting the 2021 Equinox models from the frontal collisions, if at all it takes place.
At both the sides of the body, the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox echo its own outgoing models, haring the same pair of quad tailpipe finishers.
Configuring the Powerplants
Not much has changed at the power front, since the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox offers the same couple of turbo-4 engines, that were there the last few years. One can choose either a 1.5 capacitive engine or the 2.0-liter one that will be duly mated to either a 6- or 9-speed automatic transmissions, respectively.
The drivetrain options show the front-wheel drive as the standard for all trim models although all-wheel drive can be ordered as well. From these two powerplant options, one can get the advantages of 170 horsepower, or 252 hp as the outcomes of the two above-mentioned configurations of powerplants, respectively.
Fuel Efficiency
If you ask, if the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox models are fuel efficient, we must say, they are, since the entire lineup are able to return an above 30mpg mileage. On the highways, the count reaches 31 mpg as rated by the EPA. To make sure that each of the 2021 Equinox model run a smooth show, Chevrolet assigns a four-wheel independent suspension to take care of the road hazards.
What Makes the Rides Safe? Safety has never been second to any other priority when it comes to a Chevrolet product. The 2021 Equinox is no exception to this rule. Each of them now is safeguarded with advanced safety features like automatic emergency braking and active lane control. To draw an extra layer of safety, Chevrolet suggests the buyers get a surround-view camera system installed, while newbie drivers are recommended to add on the adaptive cruise control and automatic parking assistants, stated the floor in-charge of Chevy dealership Jacksonville.