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Chevrolet Equinox

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  • FWD 4dr LS
    Starts at
    $24,315
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
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  • FWD 4dr LT w/2LT
    Starts at
    $25,235
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr LT w/1LT
    Starts at
    $25,235
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr LS
    Starts at
    $26,310
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    2
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr LT w/2LT
    Starts at
    $27,230
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr LT w/1LT
    Starts at
    $27,230
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
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  • FWD 4dr LTZ
    Starts at
    $29,140
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • FWD 4dr Sport
    Starts at
    $29,445
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
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    Front Wheel Drive
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  • AWD 4dr LTZ
    Starts at
    $31,135
    17 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
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    All Wheel Drive
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  • AWD 4dr Sport
    Starts at
    $31,440
    16 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
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Notable features

FWD or AWD
Passenger- and cargo-area versatility
Standard side curtain airbags with rollover sensing
Standard ABS and electronic stability system

The good & the bad

The good

Interior space and versatility
Ride comfort
Automatic-transmission response
Availability of AWD

The bad

Engine noise
Visibility
Uncertain construction quality

Expert 2009 Chevrolet Equinox review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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Vehicle Overview
The Equinox is a five-seat crossover SUV that’s available with front- and all-wheel drive. It competes with compact SUVs such as the Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4 and Hyundai Tucson.

New for 2009
For 2009, the Equinox gets standard side curtain airbags with rollover protection sensors for both rows of seats.

Exterior
The four-door Equinox incorporates full-length frame rails and a safety cage. Base models have 16-inch steel wheels. Higher trim levels get larger wheels and visual upgrades to the exterior. Sport models have their own unique exterior features, akin to the TrailBlazer SS, with a lowered stance, no roof rack (available as an option), a sportier front and rear, and high-polished aluminum wheels.

The Equinox is longer than any of its competitors at 188.8 inches in length. At 71.4 inches wide, it’s bigger than the Escape and the Tucson, but just barely narrower than the RAV4. With a height of 69.3 inches with a roof rack, it’s also the tallest of its competitors.

  • 16-, 17- or 18-inch wheel options, depending on model
  • Roof rails standard on all but Sport model, where they are optional
  • Grille trim, mirrors, door handles and roof rails body-colored or chrome, depending on model

Interior
The split, folding rear seat slides nearly 8 inches. Combined with the flat-folding front passenger seat, the Equinox can carry extra-long cargo. As for passenger volume, the Equinox has 106 cubic feet, compared to 99 cu. ft. in the Escape, 103 in the Tucson and 108 in the RAV4.

  • Standard vehicle information center with 20 features
  • Standard XM Satellite Radio, six-speaker audio system and auxiliary input jack for MP3 player
  • Available Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity

Under the Hood
Two engines are available, as are two automatic transmissions. Sport models have a traditional hydraulic power-steering system, but other trims have an electric power-steering setup, which Chevrolet says should improve fuel economy.

  • 3.4-liter V-6 makes 185 horsepower and 210 pounds-feet of torque
  • 3.6-liter V-6 makes 264 hp and 250 pounds-feet of torque
  • Five- or six-speed automatic transmission
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds

Safety
Standard features include four-wheel-disc antilock brakes and traction control. Other standard features include:

  • Electronic stability system
  • Standard side curtain airbags with rollover protection sensors
  • Electronic Trailer Sway Control feature monitors trailer sway and can intervene to assist drivers

2009 Chevrolet Equinox review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
The Equinox is a five-seat crossover SUV that’s available with front- and all-wheel drive. It competes with compact SUVs such as the Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4 and Hyundai Tucson.

New for 2009
For 2009, the Equinox gets standard side curtain airbags with rollover protection sensors for both rows of seats.

Exterior
The four-door Equinox incorporates full-length frame rails and a safety cage. Base models have 16-inch steel wheels. Higher trim levels get larger wheels and visual upgrades to the exterior. Sport models have their own unique exterior features, akin to the TrailBlazer SS, with a lowered stance, no roof rack (available as an option), a sportier front and rear, and high-polished aluminum wheels.

The Equinox is longer than any of its competitors at 188.8 inches in length. At 71.4 inches wide, it’s bigger than the Escape and the Tucson, but just barely narrower than the RAV4. With a height of 69.3 inches with a roof rack, it’s also the tallest of its competitors.

  • 16-, 17- or 18-inch wheel options, depending on model
  • Roof rails standard on all but Sport model, where they are optional
  • Grille trim, mirrors, door handles and roof rails body-colored or chrome, depending on model

Interior
The split, folding rear seat slides nearly 8 inches. Combined with the flat-folding front passenger seat, the Equinox can carry extra-long cargo. As for passenger volume, the Equinox has 106 cubic feet, compared to 99 cu. ft. in the Escape, 103 in the Tucson and 108 in the RAV4.

  • Standard vehicle information center with 20 features
  • Standard XM Satellite Radio, six-speaker audio system and auxiliary input jack for MP3 player
  • Available Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity

Under the Hood
Two engines are available, as are two automatic transmissions. Sport models have a traditional hydraulic power-steering system, but other trims have an electric power-steering setup, which Chevrolet says should improve fuel economy.

  • 3.4-liter V-6 makes 185 horsepower and 210 pounds-feet of torque
  • 3.6-liter V-6 makes 264 hp and 250 pounds-feet of torque
  • Five- or six-speed automatic transmission
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Maximum towing capacity of 3,500 pounds

Safety
Standard features include four-wheel-disc antilock brakes and traction control. Other standard features include:

  • Electronic stability system
  • Standard side curtain airbags with rollover protection sensors
  • Electronic Trailer Sway Control feature monitors trailer sway and can intervene to assist drivers

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Safety review

Based on the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
4/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.3 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.0
Value 3.9
Exterior 4.2
Reliability 3.9

Most recent

  • Transmission went out 2 months after purchaxe

    This car seemed perfect, even buying slightly used at just over 140k. Then transmission goes out 2 months later after 2500 miles driven. Took to repair man, amazingly this car is his best business for rebuilding transmission, to the point he has all the parts for rebuild in stock. If the tranny can't get out of second then you can't drive it. Manual didn't work either. Shame on chevy for not recalling or replacing these tranny that are obviously making transmission repair people.a ton of money while killing us small town people who buy your products based on a trust in the manufacturer to make them last as long as possible, we are too poor in this day and age to try to put up another 3500 2 months after buying a chevy with the belief it would last well past 200k, what happened to keeping the customers happy therefore loyal
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • I, love it drives nice, and is comfortable,

    It's great love it, awd great family car, I love the color, love that it is awd, nice 4 door, great gas mileage, roomy enough for the kids
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • i own

    Runs Great, good condition, no rust, excellent engine, great AC/H system, clean interior, perfect tiers, no oil leak, good breaks, good lighting, good parking light.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • We got there and liked a 2015 Equinox and bought

    The 2015 had a two year warranty on it still, rode and drove really nice and was in our price range. Very happy with the gas mileage and seems to have decent power for the 2.4.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
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  • At 93,000 i have to replaced the transmission.

    After talking to 2 others who have owned a 2009 Equinox I found out the both had transmission problems. One had issues after just one year, but it was covered under warranty. The other person had to replace their transmission at 90,000. Neither would ever buy a Chevy again. Too bad I didn't talk to them before my purchase last year. Now I am forking out $5000 for a new transmission.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • Equinox?s BAD PAINT!!!

    This car was fine until the paint just started blowing off of it. It had BAD FACTORY PAINT/primer on it!!!! There appears to be no recall although many other owners on the internet have experienced the same problem! Don?t buy any more Chevrolets!!! Problem solved that way!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • Had junk car, drove away with beautiful SUV

    My internet homework informed me that 2009 Chevy Equinox was a great used vehicle to purchase. Thomas Kia in Highland, Indiana had the only one in NW Indiana. I received a great deal and I am very happy with my beautiful used 2009 Chevy Equinox.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • The greatest car ever.

    This car met my needs ,family needs, church also it had so much life .now I looking for another. Bought it new 2008. It was well worth it 2018 had to release it to many miles I already told my friends and they bought 2010, 2015 some but 2008. It's great.give me a chance I can sell those chevy's.im a witness.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
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  • I love this car

    I Love my Equinox, its a dependable vehicle, and i would recommend it to anyone, i like the way it looks, drives, and for the price you cannot beat it!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • more than i expected

    this vehicle was more than I expected, plenty of leg room ,every thing works the way it should. xm radio a lot of power. tinted widows
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • Most comfortable SUV I have ever test driven

    The vehicle was exactly what I need. It is roomy enough to get comfortable yet not so bigasto be intimidating.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • It was a reliable car just wanted something newer

    It was nice I liked how it sat higher up. Gas mileage wasn't the greatest. But it was reliable. Overall nice car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?

The 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is available in 5 trim levels:

  • LS (2 styles)
  • LT w/1LT (2 styles)
  • LT w/2LT (2 styles)
  • LTZ (2 styles)
  • Sport (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?

The 2009 Chevrolet Equinox offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?

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Is the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

The 2009 Chevrolet Equinox has an average reliability rating of 3.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2009 Chevrolet Equinox owners.

Is the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. 77.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5
Based on 18 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 3.9
  • Exterior: 4.2
  • Reliability: 3.9

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