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2009 Chevrolet Equinox
$24,315 - $31,440Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
19 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The Equinox comes with a standard 3.4L overhead-valve V6 engine, making 185 horsepower and 210 ft-lb of torque. It's paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The top Sport model gets a 264-horsepower, 3.6L DOHC V6 and 6-speed automatic. Each...
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EPA Classification: 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle
Engine Order Code: LY7
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.6L/220
Fuel System: SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 264 @ 6500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 250 @ 2300
Drivetrain: All Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: MX0
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.48
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.87
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.84
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.41
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.74
Reverse Ratio (:1): 2.88
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 2.77
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High: 1.00
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low:
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 19
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 16
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 24
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): 12.7
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3776
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3500
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 350
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs): 3500
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs): 525
Suspension Type - Front: Strut-type
Suspension Type - Rear: Trailing arm
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in):
Brake Type: Power
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.65 x 1.02
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.93 x 0.79
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code: QDG
Rear Tire Order Code: QDG
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P235/50R18
Rear Tire Size: P235/50R18
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel
Steering Type: Variable power assist
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 16.5
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.5
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 41.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 16.0
Wheelbase (in): 112.5
Length, Overall (in): 188.8
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 71.4
Height, Overall (in): 69.3
Track Width, Front (in): 61.6
Track Width, Rear (in): 61.8
Min Ground Clearance (in): 6.6
Rear Door Opening Height (in): - TBD -
Rear Door Opening Width (in): - TBD -
Liftover Height (in): 28.6
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in): - TBD -
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in):
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in): - TBD -
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in): - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³): 67.1
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³): 35.2
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³):
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 106.4
Front Head Room (in): 40.9
Front Leg Room (in): 41.2
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.7
Front Hip Room (in): 51.1
Second Head Room (in): 40.1
Second Leg Room (in): 40.2
Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
Second Hip Room (in): 51.3
Vehicle Name: Chevrolet Equinox
Body Style: 4 Door
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5
Pricing
This model has 10 different trims.
MSRP
$31,440
Invoice
$29,710
Description
3.6L/220, 264 @ 6500, Automatic
Fuel Economy
This model has 10 different trims.
City
16 MPG
Hwy
24 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Description
3.6L/220, 264 @ 6500, Automatic
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