The Equinox Takes on the Cherokee

Jun 14, 2016

In the world of family-sized SUVs, the 2016 Chevy Equinox is ready to challenge the 2016 Jeep Cherokee. It’s all about value and pricing when it comes to why the Equinox pulls ahead of the Cherokee. You can see for yourself at Hare Chevy, your Chevrolet dealer Noblesville IN.

Pricing and Value
The Cherokee buyer usually pays several thousand more than the Equinox buyer. That means the Chevy shopper can get more bang for the buck, moving up the trim level or just pocketing the cash. Furthermore, the Cherokee has a smaller cargo hold than the Equinox. If the seats are folded, the Equinox claims 63.7 cu.ft. while the Cherokee can claim only 55 cu.ft.

Performance and Safety
The Cherokee Sport V-6 generates 271 horsepower and 239 lb.-ft. of torque. The Equinox V-6 kicks out 301 horsepower and 272 lb.-ft. The Equinox with AWD made the 0-60 sprint in only 7 seconds, according to Edmunds. It reported that the AWD Cherokee trailed behind at 8 seconds. The Equinox is one of the few SUVs in this class to earn the Top Safety Pick Award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. This award is meant to inform consumers, but it also affects insurance rates.

Entertainment
While both offer state-of-the-art touchscreens, smartphone integration, and features, Chevy pricing makes it more affordable to get the features you want. Also, you have to purchase the top Cherokee to be eligible for a WiFi connectivity subscription. Chevy’s OnStar makes every Equinox driver equally capable of accessing a WiFi hotspot.

Get a good deal on the Equinox at your Chevrolet dealer Noblesville, IN.