Considering purchasing a brand-new 2018 Chevy Equinox for a winter highway driver.
Reactions to this year?
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One from that year is mine. I still drive it every day after putting 132k miles on it from the showroom.
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The third-generation Equinox, which this car is an early example of, marked a significant improvement in quality control and mechanical reliability compared to the second-generation models sold from 2010 to 2017. Notably, the 1.5L engine in most of these vehicles has shown to be free of major reliability issues, especially when compared to the problematic 2.4L engine in the previous model.
Throughout its production run, General Motors built these cars in CAMI (Canada), and in Ramos Arizpe and San Luis Potosí (Mexico). If you value union labor, the Canadian-built examples are the ones to seek out. Additionally, the Canadian models are often considered to have better fit and finish, although that is subjective.
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Hello Christiane, The 2018 Chevy Equinox is a solid choice for winter highway driving, offering comfort, fuel efficiency, and handling.
Key Factors:
- All-Wheel Drive (AWD): Enhances traction in snowy conditions but not essential.
- Tire Quality: Use winter tires for better grip on snow and ice.
- Driver Assistance Features: Look for traction control, stability control, and hill descent control for added safety.
Potential Drawbacks:
- Ground Clearance: Adequate but may be limited in deep snow.
- Older Model: Technology may be less advanced than newer models.
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