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Post by Mel on Apr 16, 2021 1:08:12 GMT
For the very first time in my whole life, I get to pick out the car that want. We are leaning towards new (2021) as opposed to used.
I have narrowed it down to the Chevrolet Equinox or the GMC Terrain. I have been test driving an Equinox for a few days and really like it. It's more "car" like than SUV but it's AWD.
I only have three things I really want that would be deal breakers if they weren't included. AWD, Heated Seats, & Remote Start. I am in Iowa and all of those things are necessities!! LOL The care I'm driving right now has a remote/power lift gate too and I'm really liking having that convenience again (I had it in a minivan I had a few years ago) but that isn't a deal breaker.
So... If any Peas can weigh in on either of these vehicles, please do!!
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Post by scrappinmom3 on Apr 16, 2021 1:46:37 GMT
Our last two leases (2 years each) were equinoxes. We liked them but the one we just traded in in January was smaller than the one before. For that reason, we leased a blazer this time.
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Post by Mel on Apr 16, 2021 1:52:29 GMT
I'm in an '18 right now (test driving it for a few days). I like the size of it so I hope the 20/21 isn't smaller!
I am replacing a 2011 Kia Sorento that had a run-in with a deer.
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Post by elaine on Apr 16, 2021 2:31:41 GMT
The Equinox and the Terrain are basically the same car - built on the same platform/chassis - there are just detail/styling differences. If you decide you like the model, buy whichever one you can get the best deal on.
I have a Chevy Traverse - with AWD, remote start, heated seats, power lift gate (with kick feature) - but it might be bigger than you’d like.
If you find the Equinox/Terrain small, you may want to look at the GMC Acadia. It used to be built on the same platform as the Traverse, but they changed to a smaller platform in 2019. So, while bigger than the Equinox/Terrain, it is smaller than the Traverse.
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Post by Mel on Apr 16, 2021 2:58:32 GMT
The Equinox and the Terrain are basically the same car - built on the same platform/chassis - there are just detail/styling differences. If you decide you like the model, buy whichever one you can get the best deal on. I have a Chevy Traverse - with AWD, remote start, heated seats, power lift gate (with kick feature) - but it might be bigger than you’d like. If you find the Equinox/Terrain small, you may want to look at the GMC Acadia. It used to be built on the same platform as the Traverse, but they changed to a smaller platform in 2019. So, while bigger than the Equinox/Terrain, it is smaller than the Traverse. Thank you!! But that didn't help! Now I have another one on the list! LOL Seriously though, thank you!! We're just starting to look so having someone who knows about these helps SO much!! |
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Post by peatlejuice on Apr 16, 2021 4:49:29 GMT
I have a 2016 Equinox; my dad had a 2017 (or maybe 2018) Terrain that I frequently drove for him before he passed away. They handle virtually identically, since, as Elaine said, they share a frame/chassis. Both had/have heated seats and remote starts, and AWD was an option (though we didn't get it on ours). I didn't notice a difference in gas mileage. I personally prefer the curved tail-end esthetic of the Equinox, and my blue-lit console (my dad's was red-lit), but truly, those are just cosmetics. I love my Equinox, and ended up loving my dad's Terrain as well, so my biased view is that you can't go wrong with either. I'd say get the one you can get the best deal on!
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Post by christine58 on Apr 16, 2021 13:05:04 GMT
I had an equinox and upgraded to a Traverse.
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Post by shutterbug2sue on Apr 16, 2021 13:41:02 GMT
2017 Acadia owner here.
I had an Equinox as a loaner once. At that time I was driving a Chevy Impala but was needing to upsize my car soon. I liked the Equinox but felt it was small. Our work has Terrains - same as Equinox and it felt small too. Small in width wise. The Acadia width is wider and just right. I also have a 13 and 9 year old so the extra room will never go to waste. It has three rows of seats and the third row is usually down and it has enough storage that way. Or the kids put the second row down and ride way in the back a la limousine style. The third row fits kids OK but is very tight for adults to squeeze back there - no knee room.
The Traverse, Acadia and a Cadillac version share the same build platform. 2020 Traverse is listing more cargo room. My inlaws have the 2017 Cadillac version and have a different seat configuration and maybe more cargo room.
GM has eco engines which don’t have the oompf I need on my busy road so do try driving the different engine options. Next time I will look into the AWD version as it has a slightly bigger fuel tank as I need a mid-week fill up to get to work - I have a 45 mile commute one way.
I think heated seats and remote start may be standard on most models. You can compare the LS vs LT vs LTX options to see which package level has that as standard.
I do know the chip shortage is affecting GM. They will sacrifice building the smaller models to transfer those chips to the larger car/truck models. So stock may be limited. Or you can have them build a car for you which you have no obligation to buy as they will just add it to their inventory. It may take two to three months to get that special order though.
Good luck!
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Post by disneypal on Apr 16, 2021 14:15:47 GMT
Honestly, I can speak on behalf of the GMC Terrain, but I love my Chevy Equinox!
It has so many features...heated seats in front and back and cooling seats in the front (this is awesome if you live in the south like I do). Heated steering wheel. Remote start and you can remote start, lock and unlock your car using your phone, if you want.
My Equinox also has WiFi - which is great when I visit my mom, who does not have WiFi (I can use the one in my car if needed)
It has 360 cameras so you can see the car from all around (not just a back camera). The sunroof opens all the way to the back seats. The tailgate opens/closes with a touch of a button (either on the back or on the key fob) or you can open by kicking your foot underneath the bumper.
I love it!
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Post by leeny on Apr 16, 2021 17:41:32 GMT
Our last two leases (2 years each) were equinoxes. We liked them but the one we just traded in in January was smaller than the one before. For that reason, we leased a blazer this time. Been watching this thread because I am ready to trade in my 2008 Trailblazer. I wanted the Equinox when it first came out but it wasn't aviaible in my area so I ended up with the Trailblazer. Wondering how the leg room is in the back seat of the Equinox compared to the others. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 16, 2021 17:48:54 GMT
I have an Equinox and have been very happy with it. It's a 2015 so IDK if the size is different now (like if it feels smaller on the inside?). I looked at the Traverse, which is three rows instead of 2, but the actual trunk space is smaller than the Equinox because, while the Traverse is larger than the Equinox, it isn't a TON longer, so the trunk space is taken up by the third row. We don't need a third row and we're tall people; I wanted the kids to have room in the back seat so the equinox worked out.
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Post by elaine on Apr 16, 2021 18:11:17 GMT
2017 Acadia owner here. I had an Equinox as a loaner once. At that time I was driving a Chevy Impala but was needing to upsize my car soon. I liked the Equinox but felt it was small. Our work has Terrains - same as Equinox and it felt small too. Small in width wise. The Acadia width is wider and just right. I also have a 13 and 9 year old so the extra room will never go to waste. It has three rows of seats and the third row is usually down and it has enough storage that way. Or the kids put the second row down and ride way in the back a la limousine style. The third row fits kids OK but is very tight for adults to squeeze back there - no knee room. The Traverse, Acadia and a Cadillac version share the same build platform. 2020 Traverse is listing more cargo room. My inlaws have the 2017 Cadillac version and have a different seat configuration and maybe more cargo room. GM has eco engines which don’t have the oompf I need on my busy road so do try driving the different engine options. Next time I will look into the AWD version as it has a slightly bigger fuel tank as I need a mid-week fill up to get to work - I have a 45 mile commute one way. I think heated seats and remote start may be standard on most models. You can compare the LS vs LT vs LTX options to see which package level has that as standard. I do know the chip shortage is affecting GM. They will sacrifice building the smaller models to transfer those chips to the larger car/truck models. So stock may be limited. Or you can have them build a car for you which you have no obligation to buy as they will just add it to their inventory. It may take two to three months to get that special order though. Good luck! The Traverse and the Acadia no longer have the same chassis. The Acadia and the Cadillac XT5 have the same chassis - which is narrower in addition to being shorter than the Traverse/Buick Enclave chassis. The Acadia and Cadillac XT5 have only 2 person third-row seats, while the Traverse/Enclave remains a 3-person 3rd-row seat. If one doesn’t need to have a car that seats 7 (most configurations of Acadia/Cadillac have captains chairs as 2nd row, and if there is a bench, the middle seat is tiny), the Acadia is a good choice. If you need a wider car, with a 3-person 3rd row, then the Traverse/Enclave is a better choice. |
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Post by amom23 on Apr 16, 2021 18:15:49 GMT
I also have a Traverse which is a little bigger and perfect for us. It's our family car so I don't think we could go smaller like the Equinox.
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Post by shutterbug2sue on Apr 16, 2021 19:32:40 GMT
2017 Acadia owner here. I had an Equinox as a loaner once. At that time I was driving a Chevy Impala but was needing to upsize my car soon. I liked the Equinox but felt it was small. Our work has Terrains - same as Equinox and it felt small too. Small in width wise. The Acadia width is wider and just right. I also have a 13 and 9 year old so the extra room will never go to waste. It has three rows of seats and the third row is usually down and it has enough storage that way. Or the kids put the second row down and ride way in the back a la limousine style. The third row fits kids OK but is very tight for adults to squeeze back there - no knee room. The Traverse, Acadia and a Cadillac version share the same build platform. 2020 Traverse is listing more cargo room. My inlaws have the 2017 Cadillac version and have a different seat configuration and maybe more cargo room. GM has eco engines which don’t have the oompf I need on my busy road so do try driving the different engine options. Next time I will look into the AWD version as it has a slightly bigger fuel tank as I need a mid-week fill up to get to work - I have a 45 mile commute one way. I think heated seats and remote start may be standard on most models. You can compare the LS vs LT vs LTX options to see which package level has that as standard. I do know the chip shortage is affecting GM. They will sacrifice building the smaller models to transfer those chips to the larger car/truck models. So stock may be limited. Or you can have them build a car for you which you have no obligation to buy as they will just add it to their inventory. It may take two to three months to get that special order though. Good luck! The Traverse and the Acadia no longer have the same chassis. The Acadia and the Cadillac XT5 have the same chassis - which is narrower in addition to being shorter than the Traverse/Buick Enclave chassis. The Acadia and Cadillac XT5 have only 2 person third-row seats, while the Traverse/Enclave remains a 3-person 3rd-row seat. If one doesn’t need to have a car that seats 7 (most configurations of Acadia/Cadillac have captains chairs as 2nd row, and if there is a bench, the middle seat is tiny), the Acadia is a good choice. If you need a wider car, with a 3-person 3rd row, then the Traverse/Enclave is a better choice. My comparison was for 2017 owned vehicles which I found fascinating at the time to the platform sharing. Many GM products share the same build platform and swap out “underpins” to adjust for each model and platform sharing is standard practice in all automotive building and started in 1908 with Henry Ford’s assembly line.
linky for 2019 article discussing GM’s C1 line and how many different models were made with it - 8 it says! I’d hate to think how much MORE expensive cars would be if they didn’t start the same. |
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Post by elaine on Apr 16, 2021 20:19:14 GMT
The Traverse and the Acadia no longer have the same chassis. The Acadia and the Cadillac XT5 have the same chassis - which is narrower in addition to being shorter than the Traverse/Buick Enclave chassis. The Acadia and Cadillac XT5 have only 2 person third-row seats, while the Traverse/Enclave remains a 3-person 3rd-row seat. If one doesn’t need to have a car that seats 7 (most configurations of Acadia/Cadillac have captains chairs as 2nd row, and if there is a bench, the middle seat is tiny), the Acadia is a good choice. If you need a wider car, with a 3-person 3rd row, then the Traverse/Enclave is a better choice. My comparison was for 2017 owned vehicles which I found fascinating at the time to the platform sharing. Many GM products share the same build platform and swap out “underpins” to adjust for each model and platform sharing is standard practice in all automotive building and started in 1908 with Henry Ford’s assembly line.
linky for 2019 article discussing GM’s C1 line and how many different models were made with it - 8 it says! I’d hate to think how much MORE expensive cars would be if they didn’t start the same. Yes, in 2017 they were the same. 😀 In 2019, I went to trade my Enclave in for another with more safety features. The Buick dealer wasn’t being honest and fair, so I looked into buying another brand. I knew that the Enclave/Traverse/Acadia had been the same and I actually liked the exterior look of the Acadia better than the Traverse. It was when I started looking at them in earnest and test driving, that I found out that they had switched to a smaller chassis for the Acadia. I wanted the extra room - I don’t like narrow cars - I like a lot of room in the front cabin - so I went with the Traverse. I love it and am happy with it, but still think that the Acadia looks better from the outside. Back before the American was in serious financial trouble and brands were discontinued, Ford and Mercury had identical models built on the same chassis. I always found that odd. I’m not clear how GMC and Chevy sell enough identical models to support having both of them. Cadillac and Buick have more upscale interiors and cost more, but GMC and Chevy are pretty much the same. The car industry fascinates me and since I do most of the car buying in our house, I try to stay on top of the lines we are interested in. 😀 |
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Post by scrappinmom3 on Apr 17, 2021 0:41:52 GMT
Our last two leases (2 years each) were equinoxes. We liked them but the one we just traded in in January was smaller than the one before. For that reason, we leased a blazer this time. Been watching this thread because I am ready to trade in my 2008 Trailblazer. I wanted the Equinox when it first came out but it wasn't aviaible in my area so I ended up with the Trailblazer. Wondering how the leg room is in the back seat of the Equinox compared to the others. Our 2017 had great legroom in the back but the 2019 did not. We had already decided on the Blazer so I’m not sure about the 2021 Equinox. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 17, 2021 1:42:41 GMT
I have a 2020 Terrain AWD SLE Elevation Edition. I love it! Comfortable heated seats, lots of leg room in the backseat, rear air vents, remote start, sunroof that extends to the back passenger area. Too many things to mention. The only downside is the cargo area is on the smaller side, but that doesn’t bother me. I’d rather have more leg room in the backseat.
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