The Chevrolet Equinox is a good basic crossover vehicle that handles like a car but has nearly as much interior space as an SUV. The Equinox is fuel efficient for a car of its size since GM has paired the 4-cylinder engine with a high-tech 6-speed automatic transmission.
Josh
Burlington, Vermont
4.0
Reliable
I purchased this vehicle when I was in college. I went to college out-of-state (four hours away) and lived off campus. I had over a two-hour commute everyday. I put on over 100,000 miles on the car without an issue. It was always reliable and very good in the winter months when we got a lot of snow. I always trusted it.
Pat
Cornwall, Pennsylvania
2.0
Not made well
Definitely not a car you can count on to go over 100k miles. Cost us plenty in repairs. Our mechanic recommends selling it asap, though we just put $1,200 into it and paid $8,000 four years ago. The thing I like about it is it's a nice roomy car and heavy/sturdy to drive. It feels safe in the event of an accident. It has plenty of room for my groceries in the hatch. It can also accommodate my family when we want to go somewhere and take one car. Sadly, I do not think I would buy an American made car again due to the engine problems and defects. We are praying the transmition does not go before we sell it. Already needs a complete brake over haul. Fuel is pricey, also!