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2009 Chevrolet Equinox - Specifications

 
FWD 4 Door LS Quick Specs
Quick Specs
Gas Mileage 17 mpg City/24 mpg Hwy
Engine Gas V6, 3.4L
EPA Class 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle
Style Name Front-Wheel Drive LS
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity 5
Passenger Doors 4
Body Style Sport Utility
Transmission Transmission, 5-speed automatic, electronically controlled
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Why should I also consider these?

All of these competitors to the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox feel considerably more refined.

The Saturn Vue has underpinnings that are related to those of the Equinox, but its 2008 redesign puts it on a higher plane than the Equinox.

The Ford Escape was reengineered for the 2008 model year, and it’s surprisingly responsive to drive.

Both are offered with hybrid powertrains, but neither has as much second-row seating room as the Equinox.

The best in the class of five-seaters is the Honda CR-V, which has controversial styling but still offers the best assembly quality in the class.

The top-rated Subaru Forester is another model to look at; it’s arguably the safety champ in this class and has the best handling.

 
2009 Ford Escape
Though it looks decidedly old-school, the Ford Escape is a solid and stylish five-passenger, compact SUV that has been kept up-to-date.
 
2009 Saturn VUE
With its available V-6 engine, the 2009 Saturn Vue is a bit more fun to drive than other compact SUVs; otherwise it’s not a standout.
 
2009 Subaru Forester
It’s significantly improved this year, but the 2009 Subaru Forester remains a unique all-wheel-drive crossover with less power and fewer features, but better carlike handling, than its competition.
 
2008 Honda CR-V
The 2008 Honda CR-V doesn't have hip style or performance on tap, but it has the security, utility, and frugality that many sensible moms want.
 

 
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