The 2017 Honda CR-V’s interior is an interesting mix of materials, angles, and storage compartments mixed together. ![]() And since MyLink allows the user to rearrange icons much like an Apple iPhone, the camera icon can be placed within easy reach of the driver. My Premier trimmed tester also came with a 360-degree camera system, accessible through an icon on the MyLink screen and when the transmission is placed in reverse. OnStar, 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth, SiriusXM radio, and an AUX input, round out the features list. The premium system, the 8.0-inch MyLink, offers navigation and a far better graphical interface. It does, thankfully, offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It provides more-than-basic levels of functionality, but doesn’t have all the bells and whistles as the larger system or the pretty interface. The standard infotainment system is Chevy’s 7.0-inch MyLink system. Rear passengers also enjoy heated seats, two USB ports, a 12-volt power outlet, and a standard household plug with 120 volts.Ĭhevy didn’t only improve the interior for looks and comfort, but also jammed in tons of in-dash technology demanded by current trends. A folding center armrest with two cup holders adds functionality, while HVAC vents keep rear passengers comfortable. Rear passengers get an impressive amount of legroom – 39.7 inches, to be exact. The front passenger seat is power-operated, too, but lacks memory settings. ![]() The driver’s seat boasts power adjustments with memory settings in my Premier test model. That expands to an impressive 63.5 cubic feet when the seats are folded.Ĭomfort in both first and second-row seats is very good. With the seats in place, the Equinox has 29.9 cubic feet of cargo room. There’s also release levers mounted to the seats. Chevy provides easy pull-levers in the cargo area that release the seats. The second row is a 60/40-split bench that easily folds flat for expanding the cargo area. These features are standard in the Premier.Īs before, the 2018 Equinox is a two-row crossover offering room for five passengers. The LT trim does have access to the $1,995 Sun & Infotainment Package, which brings the 8.0-inch MyLink system, the panoramic roof, more 12-volt power outlets and USB ports, a 120-volt household power outlet, and dual-zone climate controls. The L, LS, and LT trims all come with the same, ho-hum interior with the base, 7.0-inch MyLink infotainment system, plastic dash, single-zone HVAC, and base driver information screen. The Premier trim adds leather seats, along with padded leather trim on the dash and door panels.Īnd like the exterior, buyers must step up to the Premier trim to get most of the advertised and attractive features. The materials are a bit on the plasticky side, but aren’t poor. The dashboard layout is similar to the 2018 Volt, Malibu, and Cruze, but isn’t directly shared so it maintains a certain level of separation. The 2018 Chevy Equinox adopts a much more modern interior compared to the last generation. Even as a jaded journalist used to driving high-end products, I found myself deeply impressed by the 2018 Equinox. Chevy improved the ride, too, with a stiffer and lighter chassis, four-wheel independent suspension, and three engine choices that include a turbodiesel estimated to achieve 40 mpg highway. Available attractions include a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, six USB ports, wireless phone charging, heated and vented front seats, lane keep assist, forward collision alert, and a 360-degree camera system. The new, third generation Equinox gains fresh (though arguably bland) styling for 2018, along with a far more modern interior with tons of in-demand active safety and tech features. ![]() And having spent a week driving the all-new, 2018 Equinox, it’s clear Chevy sharpened its knife before redesigning this two-row crossover. That’s why the Equinox is so important for Chevrolet. The competition is growing evermore fierce as automakers fight for consumer dollars as sales of sedans plummet and traditional body-on-frame SUVs crawl up-market toward the luxury segment. I don’t need to remind anyone just how explosive the crossover market is these days.
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