With the launch of the third-generation Equinox, Chevrolet radically re-engineered its core crossover, shaving roughly 180 kg in kerb weight and adopting compact exterior dimensions tailored to global standards. Squaring up against modern benchmarks like the Nissan Qashqai, Volkswagen Tiguan, and Honda CR-V, it combines a spacious cabin with vastly improved handling agility and passenger safety. Adhering to structured Chevrolet Equinox maintenance is essential to protect its sophisticated turbocharged powertrains and advanced electronic architecture.
The engine line-up features an efficient 1.5-litre turbocharged Ecotec engine mated to a six-speed automatic, a potent 252 bhp 2.0-litre turbo paired with GM's refined nine-speed automatic gearbox, and an economical 1.6-litre turbodiesel. The 1.5 Turbo offers sufficient daily performance but demands certified Dexos1 synthetic engine oil to prevent piston ring wear. The 2.0 Turbo transforms the vehicle into a swift long-distance cruiser, though its nine-speed transmission requires periodic fluid changes, while the diesel necessitates regular motorway runs to prevent DPF and AdBlue system faults.