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2008 CHEVY EQUINOX New for 2008
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2008 CHEVY EQUINOX: PERFORMANCE-ORIENTED EQUINOX SPORT ADDS STYLE AND ZIP TO LINEUPWith generous room, smart styling, available all-wheel-drive and confident performance, the Canadian-made Chevy Equinox continues to be one of the standouts of the compact SUV segment. Those attributes are enhanced for 2008 with the new Equinox Sport, a performance-oriented variant that delivers a serious dose of driving fun and style. The Equinox Sport has an aggressive stance and a sporting nature, thanks to a lowered suspension, bold 18-inch wheels, a powerful, 264-horsepower (197 kW) DOHC engine - backed up with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual tap up/tap down control. Equinox Sport also features hydraulic power steering, a tuned exhaust and unique exterior appointments, all of which contribute to making Equinox Sport an uncompromising performance vehicle. Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models are available. "The Equinox Sport embodies all of the value-driven performance ingredients that have made Chevrolet the brand for performance enthusiasts of all walks of life," said Marc Comeau, Vice-President of Sales, Service, and Marketing. "Better still, Canadians don't have to sacrifice the versatility they expect from the Equinox - they simply get an SUV that hauls their friends and cargo with head-turning style." Equinox in '08 Changes made to all '08 Equinox models include the relocation of the compass readout, which is now standard equipment, from the inside rearview mirror to the driver information centre, and three new exterior colours: Navy Blue Metallic, Black Granite Metallic and Golden Teal Metallic. Equinox features an enhanced ride and handling package for 2008 that includes stiffer shocks, hydraulic bushings and tuned spring rates. Also new for 2008 is Electronic Trailer Sway Control - a feature that is integrated into the standard StabiliTrak system which detects the occurrence of trailer sway that may be caused by improper trailer weight balance or excessive vehicle speed. Upon detection of trailer sway, StabiliTrak will begin to apply brakes individually, independent of the driver applying the brake pedal, to assist the driver in stabilizing the vehicle, and the StabiliTrak activation telltale will flash to signal the driver to reduce vehicle speed. If trailer sway continues, StabiliTrak will reduce engine torque to reduce the speed of the vehicle. Equinox's standard safety features include OnStar (now standard on all models), StabiliTrak electronic stability control system, standard four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and tire pressure monitoring system. Rollover-capable head curtain side air bags are available. Equinox provides a well-equipped package of standard features, including: five-passenger seating, OnStar, power door locks with remote keyless entry, power windows, power mirrors, air conditioning, tilt steering, rear liftgate with defogger and washer/wiper, flat-folding front passenger seat for longer cargo items and sliding rear seat with a 60/40-split seatback and two-position recline. The five-passenger Equinox is one of the few compact SUVs equipped with a standard V-6 engine. It is powered by GM's 3.4L V-6, rated at 185 horsepower (138 kW) and 210 lb.-ft. (285 Nm) of torque. This durable overhead valve engine is coupled to an electronically controlled five-speed automatic transmission. It's a powertrain combination that delivers smooth, strong acceleration along with reduced highway cruising engine speeds for excellent fuel economy. Customers can also opt for an on-demand electonic all-wheel drive system, which delivers power to the front wheels during normal driving conditions but seamlessly transfers a portion of the power to the rear wheels if front wheel slippage is detected or anticipated. While primarily intended for on-road use, this AWD system also provides excellent traction and mobility for off-road use Interior innovation and convenience Equinox's standard Multiflex sliding rear seat can be moved nearly 20 cm (eight inches) fore or aft, as well as reclined. In the aft position, this seat provides generous legroom for three full-size adults and a split seatback with two recline positions. With the seat all the way forward, Equinox offers 1,943 L (68.6 cubic feet) of cargo space. Because the rear seatback has a 60/40 split, Equinox can transport up to two rear passengers along with long cargo items. The front passenger seat folds flat, further extending cargo room length. When folded, the hard front seatback can be used as a table or desktop. Equinox has a comprehensive list of standard comfort and convenience features, including OnStar, air conditioning, 16-inch aluminum wheels, flat folding front passenger seat, manual height adjuster on the driver seat, daytime running lamps, folding outside rearview mirrors, power door locks, mirror and windows, remote keyless entry, dual front map lights, cruise control and AM/FM stereo with CD player with six-speaker audio system. A Driver Information Centre (DIC) is standard. Located in the instrument panel cluster, the DIC includes numerous personalization and vehicle information features, such as trip odometer, fuel range, outside temperature display and door locking/unlocking features and, new for '08, the compass readout - all standard. Customers also have a choice of improved audio systems, all with a standard six-speaker system and an auxiliary input jack for MP3/iPOD players, including:
Additional available features include heated front seats with either appointed leather or cloth trim, leather steering wheel with redundant audio controls, six-way power driver seat with manual lumbar adjustment, auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, redundant radio controls on the steering wheel, power sunroof with shade and three different 17-inch aluminum wheels. Equinox Sport details The Equinox Sport delivers a performance-inspired appearance, with body-coloured rocker mouldings, front and rear fascias and a body colour grille cross bar. The front and rear fascias have trapezoidal design cues; the front fascia uses silver-painted trapezoidal air inlets, while the rear fascia features dual chrome trapezoidal-shaped exhaust outlets. The Equinox Sport's performance-oriented look is enhanced by eliminating the roof rack, although it is offered as an option. Also, 18-inch flangeless, high-polished forged aluminum five-spoke wheels, mounted on P235/50R18 tires, complement an aggressive stance. Inside, the Equinox Sport has standard all-Ebony trim and appointments all its own. New heated seats with bolsters that enhance lateral support during quick cornering maneuvers are standard, with perforated leather-covered versions available. It also has a leather-wrapped, four-spoke steering wheel and specific instruments, including a 200 km speedometer. The Equinox Sport, shifter is a J-gate design that enables precise control of the six-speed transmission's fully automatic or manual tap-up/tap-down features. Standard features also include those for which the Equinox is already known and appreciated: OnStar, five-passenger seating with a Multi-Flex, split-folding rear seat, with fold down storage armrests, power door locks with remote keyless entry, power windows, air conditioning, tilt steering, rear liftgate with defogger and washer/wiper, and an AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with six-speaker audio system. Remote vehicle starting is also standard. Available options include XM satellite radio, a power sunroof, Pioneer seven-speaker audio system and OnStar with Safe and Secure Package and available Turn-by-Turn Navigation. Equinox Sport is powered by a high-feature 3.6L V-6. It is a DOHC engine with variable valve timing that delivers 264 horsepower (197 kW)* and 250 lb.-ft of torque (339 Nm)* - a 42-percent power increase over the Equinox LT. The 3.6L engine is paired with a new Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic that provides an excellent balance between performance and fuel economy. This powertrain combination helps deliver an estimated 0-60 mph time of less than seven seconds. The Equinox Sport's performance is complemented with a performance-tuned suspension. A long, 2,857 mm (112.5-inch) wheelbase and wide, 1,570 mm (61.8-inch) track give the Equinox a stable, confident road feel, while the Sport's lowered ride height, specific shock tuning, control arms and larger, solid stabilizer bars add to its more responsive, sporting driving experience. The overall ride height is reduced by about 25 mm (1 inch). The front suspension has a MacPherson strut design with new control arms and stiffer, hydraulic bushings and slightly stiffer springs. The front struts have internal rebound springs that improve roll stiffness and steering sensitivity, while maintaining ride comfort. The rear suspension features a four-link independent layout with stiffer bushings. GM's innovative StabiliTrak electronic stability control system, front and rear disc brakes with four-channel ABS and tire pressure monitoring system all are standard on the Equinox Sport - as they are on all Equinox models for 2008. On AWD models, the electronically controlled automatic all-wheel drive system has no buttons to push. It engages automatically when wheel slip is detected. The automatic all-wheel drive system will also engage on hard acceleration, anticipating and preventing wheel slip. Smooth and solid Equinox has one of the longest wheelbases in its class and is built on a solid body architecture that helps provide a confident driving experience. The structure is complemented by an independent MacPherson strut front suspension and a four-link coil spring layout in the rear, for a smooth, comfortable ride typically associated with larger SUVs. The rear suspension has a trailing arm as well as three additional locating links to facilitate a low, wide load floor and to maximize rear passenger space. Electric power steering is standard on the LS and LT models and helps provide precise steering control and performance, as well as enabling improved fuel economy because there is no engine-driven power steering pump. An electronic control unit, calibrated for a variety of desired performance characteristics, controls an electric motor mounted adjacent to the steering column to provide the precise amount of assist needed for any given driving situation. Its variable-ratio steering delivers a responsive feel during highway driving and low effort for easier parking. The Sport comes standard with Quick-Acting Hydraulic assist steering system. All Equinox models also are equipped with vented front disc brakes with dual piston calipers and rear disc brakes. Anti-lock brakes and full-function traction control are now standard. Equinox safety Standard dual-stage frontal air bags with GM's passenger sensing system and safety belt pretensioners complement a strong safety cage construction of Equinox. Dual-stage frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of air bag-induced injury. For moderate frontal impacts, the airbags inflate at less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs. GM's passenger sensing system detects the presence of a properly seated occupant and determines if the passenger front airbags should be enabled or not. Pretensioners in the outboard front safety belt system deploy at the same time as the frontal air bags to take up slack in the safety belt webbing. Pretensioners also help reduce the amount of occupant movement in the event of a crash to help reduce the risk of injury. Optional rollover capable head curtain side-impact air bags act like a protective curtain when deployed, unfolding from the roof rail between the A-pillar and side window header. When the bag deploys in a moderate to severe side impact, it is angled somewhat toward the window to help provide protection for front- and rear-seat outboard passengers. The system is also equipped with a rollover sensor that will deploy the side curtain air bags when a rollover is detected. The rear seats are equipped with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system anchors for child safety seats. This system provides two lower anchors and a top tether anchor in all three rear seat positions to be used to secure a child seat to the vehicle seat structure. These anchorages are designed to make it easier to properly install compatible child safety seats. Chevrolet makes information about child safety seat installation more accessible to consumers shopping for a vehicle. Specific pages on the Chevy web site tell customers exactly how many car seats a vehicle can hold, where the seats can be placed, and where to find the LATCH hardware. Standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control system helps drivers maintain control during sudden maneuvers or in low traction conditions by using a comprehensive series of sensors to measure acceleration, deceleration, steering angle and yaw rate. By monitoring these inputs, the system automatically controls the vehicle to help maintain the driver's intended path when a measurable deviation from the intended course is detected. The system maintains control by regulating vehicle acceleration or applying the brakes at any wheel. Equinox also has a standard tire pressure monitoring system. It alerts the driver when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of the vehicle's tires by illuminating a warning light on the instrument panel. The low tire pressure warning remains on until the tire pressure is corrected. OnStar-equipped Equinox models are available with Turn-by-Turn Navigation, the first factory-installed, fully integrated GPS navigation system from OnStar. Turn-by-Turn allows consumers to talk to a live advisor, who in turn sends complete step-by-step directions to customers' vehicles through their OnStar system. These audio directions automatically play through the vehicle's stereo as needed, triggered by the OnStar system's GPS capabilities. This enables drivers to be led to their destination while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. # # # Contacts: STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES
S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment. (Subject to change at any time.) SPECIFICATIONS Overview
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