LED headlights and daytime running lights bring a modern look, while traditional incandescent bulbs are used in the fog lights and turn signals integrated into the bumper. The chrome grille, like the other Chevy’s mentioned, is integrated nicely into the headlights. ![]() While not the most expressive, sporty, or creatively distinct crossover on the market, the Equinox has plenty of details worth noting. The styling resembles that of the Volt, Malibu, Cruze, and the new 2018 Chevy Traverse, the Equinox’s three-row big brother. The third generation Equinox is clearly washed in the Chevy bloodline. A mid-cycle refresh in 2016 kept the Equinox fresh while Chevy was busy designing its replacement. A 3.6-liter V-6 replaced the smaller six in 2013 and all second-generation Equinox came with a six-speed automatic transmission. Its Theta underpinnings were stiffed and its powertrain choices were updated to include a 2.4-liter four-cylinder and 3.0-liter V-6. The second-generation Equinox debuted for the 2010 model year. Both five- and six-speed automatic transmissions were used and AWD was an option. Power came from a 3.4-liter and a 3.6-liter V-6. ![]() The two-row crossover originally rode on General Motors’ Theta platform, which also underpinned the GMC Terrain, Saturn Vue, and Pontiac Torrent. Sales for the first generation peaked at 130,500, while the second generation peaked at 277,500 examples sold in a single year inside the U.S. The Equinox has enjoyed tremendous success since its launch for the 2005 model year. ![]() First (left photo) and second (right photo) generation Equinox.
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