2005 Chevrolet Equinox Consumer Reviews

2005 Chevrolet Equinox

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2005 Chevrolet Equinox

Kelley Blue Book Retail $9,475–$10,550  

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Average Rating

3.2 out of 5
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Comfort:3.4 out of 5
Performance:3.4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:3.9 out of 5
Interior Design:3.2 out of 5
Value for the Money:3.2 out of 5
Reliability:3.2 out of 5

22 out of 42 people would recommended this car to a friend

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Great car... For 3 years

by Small business owner
from Dayton, OH | April 21, 2013

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 3 out of 5
Reliability: 2 out of 5

"This car was FANTASTIC for about 3 years, we purchased it in '08 getting ready for our newborn son, had only 44K miles on it. It only averages around 18mpg, and it was mostly highway. Drove like a dream until we hit 90K, THEN: 1: Needed new computer (warranted) 2: 3 new from right bearings (2 warranted through 2.5 years tota) 3: New steering rack (warranted) 4: Rear ABS sensors (warranted) We just sneaked in those warranted repairs before the 100K expiry, THEN: 125K: 1: New front suspension (expected) 2: New front steering control arms (guess this wasn't part of the new steering rack) 3: Terrible vibration in steering at 40-50mph (never could figure out) 4: Hard ABS fault, rear speed sensor After 2.5K in new tires, suspension, control arms, and a "diagnostic test" for ABS fault that never came to anything, it was time to cut and run. DO NOT BUY THIS MODEL YEAR, EVER!!!! Much happier in my '09 Honda Fit getting about 14 more mpg :)"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Great experience for an out of town buyer

by First time buyer on my own
from Marlboro NJ | December 17, 2012

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 3 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"This SUV fits my needs perfectly. I purchased this from MB Motorsports in Tinton Falls NJ and they are a very reliable dealership with excellent sales persons. George Marshall was fantastic with an out of town buyer like I was. PUt me at ease and answered all questions. The vehicle is a good buy at the price and mileage and has become a valuable means of transportation for me and my son."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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2 out of 4 found this review helpful

wouldnotrecommend

by Q
from lasvegasnv | August 27, 2012

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 2 out of 5
Interior Design: 1 out of 5
Value for the Money: 2 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"tootoomanyblindspots consoledesignterrible.ie verysmallstoragecompartment--havetoliftuptoaccessadd'lopenstorageandeverythingshifts. doeshavegoodpickupandbrakeslasvegas"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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2 out of 5 found this review helpful

luv my car

by single mom
from grand haven, mi | May 28, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"smooth ride, tons of room, fantastic looking, and a chevy! need i say more? oh wait i forgot, there is a spot made for my purse :) woohoo!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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3 out of 4 found this review helpful

2005 Equinox

by NJ Tom
from | December 6, 2011

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Nice car. Held up very well. Drove over 120,000 miles with few problems. Bought low. Good trade in value."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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4 out of 4 found this review helpful

Liked it a lot

by Fubar80
from Cleveland,OH | September 28, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"All around Great vehicle!! Loved the ride! When I got it, it was the only vehicle on the lot i wasn't interested in until I got talked into a test drive and fell in love!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

Car seems to be a ticking time bomb

by skidoo99
from Elgin, IL | August 29, 2011

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 3 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 2 out of 5
Value for the Money: 2 out of 5
Reliability: 2 out of 5

"We have had our Equinox for about 4 years now and it seems that are time with it is coming to an end. When we had to have the head gasket replaced the second month we had it (the car only had 45,000 miles on it, luckily we had purchased the extended warranty). I should have seen that as an omen of things to come. The lastest damage for repairs includes sway bar links (for the third time!?!), wheel bearings, center support bearing and a host of other things for a grand total of $3400 in repairs. Do your homework before buying one and get the exetended warranty if available. I hope they have improved the build quality in the newer models."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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9 out of 9 found this review helpful

Best small SUV

by agr
from mi | August 15, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Great vehicle,for a good price..We purchased ours about a year ago. Could not afford some of the same size vehicles. Not any issues,except normal maintenance. Great gas mileage. So far , we couldn't ask for more"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

I really like this SUV

by Driver
from Ohio | August 9, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I enjoy this SUV. My uncle brought it new in 2005. He expired in 2010. The SUV had 27,000 miles on it and was purchased for me (from my uncle's wife) by my husband. I have had no problems yet and after driving this vehicle (very easy to handle) I will never go back to a passenger car again. Chevy does not make a bad car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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3 out of 4 found this review helpful

most unreliable car ive owend

by jam
from hamilton on | July 5, 2011

Rating from

(1)
Comfort: 1 out of 5
Performance: 1 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 1 out of 5
Interior Design: 1 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"i will never rid this car again. problem after problem.i dont recommend this car to you. after 6 monthe owening this car i have spent more then 2000 $ on it"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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