The latest 2022 Chevy Equinox introduces a mid-cycle enhancement (otherwise known as a refresh or update) for the crossover nameplate consisting of updates to the exterior, interior, and powertrain. Now, however, the Equinox’s Interior Protection Package is no longer available to order for the crossover.
The Interior Protection Package for the Chevy Equinox is tagged with RPO code PDH, and included the following content (relevant RPO code listed in parentheses):
- All-weather floor mats (VAV)
- Cargo mat (VLI)
Both of these items were included and only available with the Interior Protection Package. Pricing for the Interior Protection Package was set at $240.
Alternatively, Chevy Equinox customers can select the Floor Liner Package (RPO code PEF), which includes the following content:
- Integrated cargo liner (CAV)
- All-weather floor liners (RIA)
Pricing for the Floor Liner Package is set at $325.
The Chevy Equinox was originally slated to receive a mid-cycle update for the 2021 model year, but due to complications arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, the update was pushed back to the 2022 model year instead.
Outside, the 2022 Chevy Equinox features updated styling and the addition for four new exterior colors, namely Pacific Blue Metallic, Nightfall Gray Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, and Cajun Red Tintcoat. Inside, all trims now equip wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard.
As a reminder, the 2022 Chevy Equinox features just one engine option, namely the turbocharged 1.5L I4 LYX gasoline engine, rated at 170 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 203 pound-feet of torque at 2,000 rpm. Output is routed through the GM six-speed automatic transmission, feeding either the front axle as standard, or all four wheels as optional.
Under the skin is the GM D2 platform, with production for the North American market taking place at the GM CAMI plant in Ontario, Canada, and the GM Ramos Arizpe plant in Coahuila, Mexico.
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I have the 2009 Chevy Equinox 2LT with the 3.4 L V6 and it has been very good. The later models would have been better if the V6 was kept. It is not a gas saver but it is much more reliable than the turbocharged I4 of only 1.5 L.
I own a 2010 Chevy Equinox LTZ with the 3.0 V6 and I love this car… I wish GM would have kept offering the V6 or at least the 2.0 Four cylinder turbo because the wimpy 1.5 just doesn’t do anything for me… Yeah the 1.5 saves gas but it hasn’t got a soul like the V6 or 2.0 turbo. I think the problem here is the new Blazer GM is giving the Blazer two engine options because it costs more and is thus more profitable then the Equinox which is a shame because every other Chevy model has two engine options so why not the Equinox! As far as rubber floor mats I will save money and install my own! 👍🤔
The equinox needs the 2.0 l engine not the 1.5 l there is no desire to even to look at one or let alone purchase a equinox gm cutting important selling features that people want in a vehicle not even offering the 2.0 engine as a option does no justice to the equinox and the consumer will shop elsewhere only car rental companies will buy these vehicles .
I was at a local Chevrolet dealer when WeatherTech came in to obtain measurements from a new vehicle in the showroom. I was amazed at the depth of their measurements and the technology used to obtain those measurements. Made me somewhat appreciate why the cost of WeatherTech floor mats are so high. On the topic of the turbo 4s, my parents have the 1.5-liter in an AWD Equinox Premiere and I have the 2.0-liter in a FWD Equinox LT. Both are 2018s. I too was skeptical of the 1.5 and opted for the 2.0, although not solely for the engine, but also the optional wheel choice and dual outlet exhaust option it added which provided a better look IMO. Although the 1.5- seems to get the job done, I wish the 2.0-liter was still available. I had the 3.6-liter V-6 in a previous Malibu. It was a nice engine but seemed kind of thirsty as my wife’s daily driver. With that said, I’m pretty sure my old 3.8-liter (’04 Impala) was more economical than all of them – getting 33/34 MPG on the highway.
We have a 2019 Equinox premiere with the 2.0 . No problem at all, right at 50’000 miles, it gets up & goes, I keep the oil & filter changed, full synthetic Amsoil 5w30 an a good quality oil filter, very good Crossover SUV , hope every body is having a good day,
After reading many, many, comments on this website, I searched for and found a 2019 Equinox with the 2.0T, 9 speed trans, and AWD. My Express Van is AWD and I am a convert now. After years of driving big vans the Equinox feels like a sports car to me. The 2.0T provides instant acceleration, the trans is smooth like butter, and I love the handling of this little thing. It’s a blast zooming away from tailgaters. It’s fun to drive once again. My only problem is staying below the speed limit. I love the new Pacific Blue Metallic but not without a 2.0T under the hood.
Different topic. Had to replace the OE Michelin Primacy LTX tires on my 2018 Equinox FWD with just shy of 27k miles on them. Despite routine rotation and no hard core driving, they were worn down to the wear bars, making winter traction basically non-existent. The OE tires never were good in the snow. Replaced with Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady tires and its a night/day different in the traction available on snowy roads. Hope the Goodyears last. I’ve never had tires give out so prematurely as those Michelins did.