Overview & Reviews

For 2011, the Chevrolet Equinox's optional V6 now has E85 capability. Enhancements include heated cloth seats on 2LT models and a compass on LS models. A USB port, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and Bluetooth connectivity are now standard on 1LT models, and OnStar service has been upgraded to standard Directions and Connections (providing access to OnStar's navigation and information services) for a six-month trial period.

• Fuel-efficient four-cylinder.
• Quiet cabin with lots of storage bins
• Adjustable backseat
• Premium look inside and out

• Not quite as much cargo space as chief rivals
• Numb and uncommunicative steering.
• Some controls difficult to reach

User Reviews:

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  Why pay that much for poor mileage... - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By akpk - July 13 - 10:11 pm

  Bought our 2011 Equinox in November 2010. Complained about the gas mileage from the start and could not get any answers. Now has over 15,000 miles and we drive all flat highway and still can not get over 25 mpg. Supposed to get up to 600 miles to the tank at its best, but when we drive non-stop all flat highway and still cant get over 425 miles, it is very upsetting. Love the look of the car inside and out, but unfortunately the low mpg trumps all this and wish we wouldve gone with a different suv.

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  2011 Chevy Equinox: A review - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By timmyg14 - July 11 - 12:21 pm

  In December of 2009 I bought my wife an 08 Trailblazer. It was awesome. It was perfect for vacations (we go camping alot in the Adirondacks) it could pull a boat, and was a beast in the snow. In March of 2011, my wife would not stop complaining about gas mileage of the Trailblazer, thus we traded it in for a 2011 Equinox.

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  DO NOT BUY FOR GAS MILAGE - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By txasrodie50 - June 21 - 5:07 pm

  I have had my Equinox for over 6 months now and have yet to see a 32mpg. It has been more like 24 . I had a large SUV and went down in size for gas milage. Wish I had my big SUV back. Iam probably only getting maybe 5 miles to the gal more, that is on the highway, and I have given up alot of room and a comfortable ride. No rear air in 100 degree weather in Texas is not good either. On the plus side, it is good looking, and easier to park.

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  Equinox MPG not as advertised - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By lsr1 - June 9 - 9:53 am

  I bought a Chevy Equinox 2011 a few weeks ago, and the MPG of 32 Highway is not even close to the actual. I do mostly highway driving, and I am only getting 18.5 MPG. I have been very conservative on how I am driving (no fast start, or engine reving). One of the reasons that I chose this vehicle above others is becasus of the fuel economy. Chevy outright LIED, and so did the dealer. Now they wont return my calls anymore when I ask them why they lied to me about the MPG. How can Chevy get away with that? I WILL NEVER buy another Chevy as long as I live, and I will discourage anyone I know from buying a Chevy as well.

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  Bought my 2011 Equinox March 2011 - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By triciag1 - June 4 - 9:27 pm

  The first day I got my car it had to be put in the shop for a week to change out a module for the on-star/Bluetooth. A couple weeks later had it in the shop for 16 days due to transmission problems. Dealer put a whole new transmission. Im not very happy at all !!! Just not sure the quality is what it should be in the equinox. I love the look of the car and the way it handles. Im just very concerned about the dependability. If I had to do it again Im not sure I would buy the Equinox !!

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  Car looks great, but drives horribly - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By videomanfx - June 2 - 3:01 pm

  I should have listened to Car and Driver Magazine. The article talked about the Equinox being "faster" for Zero to 60 mph, but the Kia Sorento rides better. Well, thinking like a "man", I chose the Equinox because guys like speed. I did a test drive and did not notice anything odd. But, I later found out that it was because all of the roads around the dealership are smooth! You cannot tell how a car really handles until you take it off the lot. I have only owned my vehicle for 2 months, but every single day, I feel EVERY crack and bump in the road. I complained to the dealer and they stated that it was normal. The car looks good buy rides horribly. The suspension is horrible.

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  2 days old, speaker system in back out, full tank gas almost gone! - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By jrt_banks - May 28 - 8:36 pm

  Hi! I recently purchased a brand new 2011 equinox three days ago with 130 miles on it. I LOVE the look, comfort and drive with this SUV. The standard features are amazing, the sound system is killer, and the bluetooth is awesome. I paid a little extra and got the LT1 with the sunroof and remote start, back up camera and power seats. TOTALLY worth it. The DAY I bought it we got hit with a HORRIBLE, and I mean HORRIBLE hail storm and tornadoes. (FIGURES RIGHT?). My suv handled amazing in this weather. We actually got stuck in the car when some of it hit and during the high winds it did not wander at all and NONE of my windows or anything got even a little crack. I do however have hail dents

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  Equinox MPG - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By kazoo_blue - May 15 - 1:03 pm

  Ive seen several reviews by people saying they do not get any where near the advertised mpg but on my trip from Kazoo Michigan to Lexington Ky. and back we averaged just a shade under 30 mpg and the vehicle just rolled over 3,000 miles so I expect that it will improve the mpg as the miles roll up. Fun, quiet, comfortable ride on the trip. Wife drives 70+ and I drive 70.

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  Loud engine knock at cold start up. - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By arveejay - May 15 - 8:29 am

  The car is very comfortable to drive with lots of leg room. It handles just fine, looks great and rides great. My only concern so far is the 2.4L engine rattle at cold start. It sounds like there is no oil in the engine for several seconds and then quiets right down. Even after dealer changed the oil and filter at 1000 miles the noise is still there. If my dealer can fix the noise before the engine shells out, Ill be very happy with it. Im sure I wont still have it when the warranty is nearing running out.

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  Things To Consider - 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
  By suv4years - May 2 - 5:57 pm

  I have owned three Trailblazers and loved them. The Traverse was too big for me and has low mpg. I bought the Equinox last week because of its size and mpg ratings. On the first tank of gas around town I got 26 mpg according to my math, 25.2 according to the car computer. This will improve after about 1500 miles.