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2023 Chevrolet Equinox
2023 Chevrolet Equinox
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$27,900
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.5
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Ford Explorer
2023 Ford Explorer
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$36,760
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
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Overview

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 28 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.9 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
7 seater

Photos

2023 Chevrolet Equinox
2022-2024 Chevrolet Equinox Driving Back View
2022-2024 Chevrolet Equinox Dashboard
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Ford Explorer
2020-2023 Ford Explorer Rear Angle View
2020-2023 Ford Explorer Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.3L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
175 hp @ 5600 rpm
300 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque
203 lb-ft @ 2000-4000 rpm
310 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,325 lbs
4,345 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
N/A
5,300 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
28 MPG
24 MPG
City
26 MPG
21 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
28 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.3 Tons/yr
7.3 (2022) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.9 gallons
17.9 gallons
Cruising Range City
387.4 miles
375.9 miles
Cruising Range Highway
461.9 miles
501.2 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
183.1 in
198.8 in
Height
65.4 in
70.2 in
Max Width
72.6 in
78.9 in
Front Width
62.2 in
66.9 in
Rear Width
62.2 in
66.9 in
Wheelbase
107.3 in
119.1 in
Ground Clearance
7.6 in
8.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
7 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
40.9 in
43 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
40.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.2 in
61.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.2 in
59.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.9 in
39 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.5 in
40.5 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.5 in
61.9 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
51.7 in
59.1 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
32.2 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
38.9 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
54.6 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
40.9 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
63.9 ft³
87.8 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
29.9 ft³
47.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
N/A
18.2 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
48.1 in
Box Height (Area)
N/A
32.8 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x TBD
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x TBD
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Four-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65R17
P255/65HR18
Rear Tire
P225/65R17
P255/65HR18
Spare Tire
T135/70R16
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

N/A
  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Forged Green Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White

Standard Interior Materials

  • Jet Black, Premium Cloth seat trim
  • Medium Ash Gray, Premium Cloth seat trim
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Optional
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Optional
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Optional
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Optional
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Optional
Standard
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Optional
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Maintenance Note
1 Year/1 Visit
N/A
Roadside Assistance Note
Qualified Fleet Purchases: 5 Years/100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Rust-Through
6 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Warranty Note
Preliminary 2023 Warranty
N/A
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