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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [dmathews3]
by priggly
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Oct 06, 2009 (7:17 pm)
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Replying to: dmathews3 (Oct 06, 2009 9:29 am)
And just who appointed you the spokesman for the Equinox board? 
Your defensiveness notwithstanding, the Equinox still has some serious deficits. 
I really wanted to like this car but could not get by its shortcomings.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [vanman1]
by priggly
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Oct 06, 2009 (7:19 pm)
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Replying to: vanman1 (Oct 06, 2009 4:45 pm)
The 3.6R has a 0-60 mph time of 7.4 sec, significantly faster than the LTZ AWD six cylinder Equinox I tested.
The supply of 3.6R's is still pretty thin but they should increase as time goes by.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [priggly]
by dmathews3
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Oct 07, 2009 (12:09 pm)
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Replying to: priggly (Oct 06, 2009 7:17 pm)
I did and it seems kind of funny you are the only one who finds all these shortcomings with the nox. I have driven 2 of them and don't find any of your shortcomings with it. I guess that is why they make so many different vehicles.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [dmathews3]
by urdead
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Oct 07, 2009 (12:27 pm)
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Replying to: dmathews3 (Oct 07, 2009 12:09 pm)
I think the Nox has all kinds of shortcomings. I have a 2010 LTZ with the V6 and I have to say that as far as takeoffs go its a DOG. I don't have confidence enough in to shoot across a busy street because it is so slow to respond from a stop. Speaking of stopping you might as well be driving a stickshift if you have to stop on any slight incline with the Nox because you need 1 foot on the brake and the other on the gas cause it wont hold itself on a hill greater than a 15 degree slope. That being said when you are going 65 and want to pass someone the Nox has plenty of power.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [dmathews3]
by mickeyrom
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Oct 07, 2009 (12:28 pm)
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Replying to: dmathews3 (Oct 07, 2009 12:09 pm)
I drove an LS yesterday and found it a very pleasant drive.Had no issues with the tranny or the 4 cyl engine.Loved the interior and the overall feel of the car.My only criticism is with the controls,which are not intuitive at all.The new owner will definitely have to study the owner's manual.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [runox]
by drwilsc
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Oct 07, 2009 (1:09 pm)
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Replying to: runox (Oct 04, 2009 4:57 pm)
That's the exact reason GM has been trashed by the economic community
In the 2010 Buick Lacrosse, on Buick's own website, the 3.0 liter in the CXL gets 17/27 city/highway ratings. The 3.6 liter in the CXS gets....17/27. The exact same. I would guess because the 3.6 doesn't have to work as hard. The same would likely hold true in the Equinox.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [urdead]
by dmathews3
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Oct 07, 2009 (4:23 pm)
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Replying to: urdead (Oct 07, 2009 12:27 pm)
If thats the way you feel why did you buy it? Sounds like the shortcomings may be more than just the Nox.
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10 nox
by vanman1
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Oct 07, 2009 (4:25 pm)
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Seems like some of you would like more power but I think GM was concentrating on mileage. That said, 3.6 mileage would not be that much worse.
Looking around the small SUV world, the offering from Chevy is not much different though.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [dmathews3]
by urdead
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Oct 07, 2009 (9:32 pm)
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Replying to: dmathews3 (Oct 07, 2009 4:23 pm)
What are you infering by the statement "Sounds like the shortcomings may be more than just the Nox."
One reason I bought it is it is a beautiful vehicle.  Another reason is I wanted to support an american car company as I have never owned an import but I was looking at a CRV when I decided to get the Nox. I really like the technological features in the vehicle as well. That is also one of the Nox's shortcomings the tech is cool when it works but when it doesn't good luck getting someone to figure out WTF to do to fix it. I initally asked the salesman about the takeoff speed and he told me that should losen up as I drove it. Well almost 5K miles later it hasn't improved much at all. So there is your justification as to why I bought it. Also there are things that you dont find out about a vehicle until you have driven it for a bit. Let me end by saying this Im sure some of my criticisim has to do with the way Chevrolet as well as the dealer has treated me so far but IMO this vehicle is not ready for prime time yet.
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Re: Test Drive 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ 6 Cylinder AWD [urdead]
by khh2
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Oct 08, 2009 (6:19 am)
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Replying to: urdead (Oct 07, 2009 9:32 pm)
Like you, I also recently the 2010 LTZ 6 Cyllinder. In my research before buying, I realized the even though it is a 6 cylinder, I didn't expect a car that would scream from a dead start. I am completely satisfied with the handling, and the smooth, quiet ride. My other vehicle is a diesel pu so I am accustomed the the "diesel lag" from a dead start. Even though I'm a bit technologically challenged, I am amazed with the high tech features, still patiently trying to figure everthing out. What do you mean by WTF? So far I have figured out the bluetooth calling, the usb port for my ipod, and most of the On Star features. (I traded in a '94 suburban in cash for clunkers...so I'm amazed with the technology) Most of all I love the comfort and support of the seats. I'm over 6' and I don't feel like I'm so low to the ground like I do in other small suv's. Only have about 2,000 miles, but so far, I'm very impressed.
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