Is the 2013 Chevy Equinox a reliable car?
The 2013 Equinox has an above-average reliability rating of four out of five from J.D. Power.
Do 2013 Chevy Equinox have a lot of problems?
Overwhelmingly, issues encountered by owners of the 2013 Chevy Equinox centered around engine trouble. The average mileage for this problem decreased from 77,800 miles in 2012 to only 69,150 miles in 2013, which explains one of hte main reasons for ranking 2013 as the Equinox’s most problematic year.
How long will 2013 Chevrolet Equinox last?
Chevrolet Equinox models have been reported to last 150,000 to 200,000 miles with regular servicing and prompt repairs. Based on the national average of miles driven per year (15,000 miles), a Chevrolet Equinox can last 10 to 13 years.
Does Chevy Equinox burn oil?
CR says “reliability was never these models’ strong suit,” with regard to the 2010 to 2013 model year Chevy Equinox, as the 2.4L LEA Ecotec four-cylinder engine in these crossovers have a tendency to burn oil. Some owners have experienced total engine failures after the oil level became too low.
Why is my 2013 Equinox burning oil?
The 2010 to 2013 model year Chevy Equinox compact crossover is prone to experiencing engine issues that may cause it to burn oil, according to the automotive experts over at Consumer Reports. The oil burn issue can also apparently foul the spark plugs and lead to carbon buildup on the pistons and cylinder walls.
What’s new in the 2013 Chevy Equinox?
what’s new. For the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, a 3.6-liter V6 replaces the previous 3.0-liter V6 as the optional engine. There are also a few new available features, including a revised touchscreen interface, smartphone app integration (Chevy’s MyLink), a rear-seat entertainment system, a power passenger seat and a remote garage door opener.
What are the pros and cons of a Chevy Equinox?
I’ve had my Equinox for over a year now and here are my pros and cons. Pros: -I haven’t gotten stuck once during the first winter season with my all seasons. I can’t wait to drive it with winter tires. -I like the sliding backseat feature. My parents won’t ride shotgun because they like the room in the back!
How does the equinox compare to the Buick Rendezvous?
The Equinox is the same length as our Buick Rendezvous but the Rendezvous has 3 rows of seating and offers two or three times more cargo space. According to Edmunds specs, the two vehicles only differ in width by 1 inch so I’m just puzzled how the Equinox is so much smaller in the back.
Is the equinox trying to be a small or big SUV?
It just strikes me that the Equinox is trying to be a small fuel-efficient SUV but it doesn’t excel at either end of the spectrum. It doesn’t achieve the EPA numbers but also isn’t big enough to handle big family trips because of the small cargo area.