5 Exciting Upgrades Featured in The 2018 Equinox

The Equinox SUV is one of Chevrolet’s best-selling models, and the 2018 model has some exciting changes and upgrades, making it the most impressive Equinox model yet. Here are 5 exciting new upgrades to the 2018 Chevy Equinox.
Leaner and Lighter

The 2018 Equinox is considerably lighter than the 2017 model, shedding almost 400 pounds! The new body is made from a higher-strength steel, and the hood is now aluminum, creating a stiffer and lighter body. The 2018 Equinox is also about 5 inches shorter than previous models and is lower to ground for improved aerodynamics. You can also expect the Equinox to impress when it comes to performance thanks to the lighter frame. The 2018 model is estimated to get up to 40mpg on the highway, giving it a huge advantage over other SUV’s in its class.

Diesel Meets Equinox

Perhaps the most surprising of the new features of the 2018 Equinox is the option for a diesel engine. A 1.6-liter turbo diesel engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission for the SUV makes it the first engine of its kind in the U.S. Both the 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter gas engines also come with a new 9-speed automatic transmission.

Technology

You’ll certainly see some of Chevrolet’s latest technology in the 2018 Equinox. For starters, an available backlit instrument cluster allows the driver arrange information as they please. The Equinox also features the Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system on a 7 or 8-inch touchscreen display. The MyLink system lets you access Pandora and SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and it is compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

MyLink also provides a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot so every passenger can stay connected on the road, no matter how long or far the drive is.

Interior

Drivers who choose the 2018 Equinox will be welcomed with new interior styling and ample cargo space. The dual-cockpit design has an integrated center stack so everything you need is right at your fingertips. Despite its slightly smaller size, the 2018 Equinox provides up to 63.5 cu. ft. of cargo space when the 60/40 split-folding rear seats are folded flat.

Enhanced Safety

You and your passengers will be safer than ever in the 2018 Equinox thanks to 10 available advanced safety technologies. Reverse and park anywhere in complete confidence with the new 360-degree surround camera and Rear Park Assist. Lane departure warning, low-speed automatic braking, and forward collision alert technologies help you drive your best. Intellibeam® Headlamps automatically switch on high beams when the road becomes too dark, and reverts to low beams after detecting an approaching vehicle. The 2018 Equinox even has an available rear-seat alert that serves as a reminder to parents to not to leave children in the car.

The new features and upgrades of 2018 Equinox make it even more competitive in the compact crossover market than ever before and will surely remain a top choice for drivers. If you’re interested in the 2018 model, don’t hesitate to contact us, we’ll get you set up with a test drive so you can experience all these exciting features first hand.

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