Equinox Sport
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The mileage difference between the two V6s isn't that great. If people were truly concerned about fuel economy then they're not going to look at a V6 SUV in the first place (they'll probably think about a Vibe or Nitro instead) so having two V6s isn't helping Chevy cater to that market. But I don't think people care enough about fuel economy to choose a harsh, unrefined, yestertech V6 instead of the HFV6, just to save $50 in gas a year.
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http://www.cheersandgears.com/forums...howtopic=14171
Pictures look good, but it's better in person IMO.
Pictures look good, but it's better in person IMO.
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The mileage difference between the two V6s isn't that great. If people were truly concerned about fuel economy then they're not going to look at a V6 SUV in the first place (they'll probably think about a Vibe or Nitro instead) so having two V6s isn't helping Chevy cater to that market. But I don't think people care enough about fuel economy to choose a harsh, unrefined, yestertech V6 instead of the HFV6, just to save $50 in gas a year.
The 3.5L HV V6 is $800 cheaper for GM to make vs. the DOHC 3.6L That probably works out to $1500 for the consumer.
I'd love to see the LS4 offered in the Equinox myself.
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From Detroit News article "GM tightens up usage of SS label":
"Not every car that has some extra features and fancy racing stripes can be an SS," said Ed Welburn, GM Design global vice president.
GM will start the transition with the introduction next year of a new sport version of the Equinox compact SUV. The vehicle will have 42 percent more horsepower than the basic Equinox and other performance enhancing features, but will be labeled a sport as opposed to an SS.
GM will start the transition with the introduction next year of a new sport version of the Equinox compact SUV. The vehicle will have 42 percent more horsepower than the basic Equinox and other performance enhancing features, but will be labeled a sport as opposed to an SS.
So now only cars with the best horsepower, braking power and handling will get the title.
http://www.detroitnews.com/apps/pbcs...612150414/1148
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Hmmm , after seeing it .....it looks pretty damn good . They did a great job making the interior look cool , the inside looks really nice . Those wheels shoulda had exposed recessed lugs though , the covers that make them look lugless RUIN an other wise attractive wheel .
The one thing I cant get over though , is the front end . . From the windsheild back , the nox looks like a contemporary pretty attractive SUV . But the side profile shot on cheers and gears really emphasizes ...to me anyways , how bulky and out of style the front clip is . Way too much overhang , and the headlight/vertical bar grill is out of place . Otherwise ....nice job on this one GM .
Oh , and btw ....if I were in the market for a "sporty" SUV that was actually labeled Sport , I would be nitpicking the driving dynamics more than the hp . The 3.6 would be more than I would be happy with in this type of vehicle if it handled well ...hmm not well ....GREAT .
The one thing I cant get over though , is the front end . . From the windsheild back , the nox looks like a contemporary pretty attractive SUV . But the side profile shot on cheers and gears really emphasizes ...to me anyways , how bulky and out of style the front clip is . Way too much overhang , and the headlight/vertical bar grill is out of place . Otherwise ....nice job on this one GM .
Oh , and btw ....if I were in the market for a "sporty" SUV that was actually labeled Sport , I would be nitpicking the driving dynamics more than the hp . The 3.6 would be more than I would be happy with in this type of vehicle if it handled well ...hmm not well ....GREAT .
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The mileage difference between the two V6s isn't that great. If people were truly concerned about fuel economy then they're not going to look at a V6 SUV in the first place (they'll probably think about a Vibe or Nitro instead) so having two V6s isn't helping Chevy cater to that market. But I don't think people care enough about fuel economy to choose a harsh, unrefined, yestertech V6 instead of the HFV6, just to save $50 in gas a year.
Improved fuel economy vs. a BOF ute is supposed to be one of the advantages of these unibody vehicles. Though I think in the real world, the gains aren't going to be much, especially since the unibody ones keep adding content and size...The RAV4 is has a 3rd row now...3900+ lbs isn't exactly a lightweight...and so on. 
Otherwise ....nice job on this one GM .
Oh , and btw ....if I were in the market for a "sporty" SUV that was actually labeled Sport , I would be nitpicking the driving dynamics more than the hp . The 3.6 would be more than I would be happy with in this type of vehicle if it handled well ...hmm not well ....GREAT .
Oh , and btw ....if I were in the market for a "sporty" SUV that was actually labeled Sport , I would be nitpicking the driving dynamics more than the hp . The 3.6 would be more than I would be happy with in this type of vehicle if it handled well ...hmm not well ....GREAT .
Just saying, it's all relative.
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Look at a Nitro for mileage? That is a BOF "cute ute" (bigger than the not-light, not very fuel efficient Liberty upon which it is based). I agree to an extent that someone really wanting to save on fuel might look at something other than a V6 SUV; I'm not arguing really, I just thought the Nitro was an odd choice.
). I meant the Caliber.
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