2020 Equinox LT with Drivers Convenience Pkg

[Calpurnius]

I'm considering purchasing a 2020 Equinox LT with Drivers Convenience Pkg. <23K miles and within the KBB recommended pricing. CarFax indicates 1-owner, a lease, and minor damage to the rear. I haven't test driven yet, but I expect to soon. It'll be the first time for me with an Equinox and a while since I've driven a Chevy. What can I expect to like about this car, and what I can I expect not to like about it? I'm a big fella -- think wider, not taller -- am I going to be comfortable in this car?

Is there anything I should know or ask about going into sales negotiations?

Thanks in advance.

 

[bagbyjw]

I just purchased a 2022 Equinox LS with 24K mile. I'm 6'1" pushing 260ish and the ride for me is comfortable. The space I have is great, I've not really driven it much to give a honest opinion, Yet will be taking a trip down to Florida in a few weeks so will be able to tell about long distance comfort and mileage.

 

[Hey Vern!]

I'm considering purchasing a 2020 Equinox LT with Drivers Convenience Pkg. <23K miles and within the KBB recommended pricing. CarFax indicates 1-owner, a lease, and minor damage to the rear. I haven't test driven yet, but I expect to soon. It'll be the first time for me with an Equinox and a while since I've driven a Chevy. What can I expect to like about this car, and what I can I expect not to like about it? I'm a big fella -- think wider, not taller -- am I going to be comfortable in this car?

Is there anything I should know or ask about going into sales negotiations?

Thanks in advance.

I have an 18, premier. It's comfort is what sold me. It has a nice ride and is great on the longer trips. The LT might even ride better. It has smaller wheels and more tire to soak up the bumps. My wife and I both find it roomy. We are not little people. my biggest dislike is the leaky sunroof. Otherwise, I am a happy owner.

 

[ricklack]

I took my Gen 3 2022 RS to Florida when I first got it, very comfortable both ways. This was from Canada.

My wife likes a LOT of room when traveling and I was concerned that the 22 was a tad narrower than the Gen 2 2013. She had absolutely zero complaints. We are both a tad wider than usual.

After 91,000km we still both love it and feel it is a very comfortable car.

I'm not sure what is included in the 2020 Convenience package, but I am liking all the new tech in mine.

 

[StuBlue]

Is there anything I should know or ask about going into sales negotiations?

Are you buying from a dealership or private seller? If you're buying from a dealership you can check the trade-in value of that Equinox on KBB and see how much more you're paying. I'd also check various sites for a similar vehicle and use those vehicles as a bargaining chip with the seller. KBB pricing data is good to know but I almost always do better just by creating some competition amongst the sellers.

 

[bagbyjw]

Carfax.com and cargurus.com are also a good place to compare prices

 

[Vondoman]

I have an 18, premier. Its comfort is what sold me. It has a nice ride and is great on the longer trips. The LT might even ride better. It has smaller wheels and more tire to soak up the bumps. My wife and I both find it roomy. We are not little people. my biggest dislike is the leaky sunroof. Otherwise, I am a happy owner.lovet

 

[Vondoman]

Love our 2020 Premier 2.0t. The only thing is road noise. I’m ready for new tires but want the quietest I can find. I’ve done a bunch of research & I keep coming up with Michelin Defender 2..
Have any of you folks found tires that you can actually tell that they’re quieter.??
Also would like to go from 235/50 R19 to 245’s.
Suggestions??
Tks!!

 

[bagbyjw]

I just purchased a 2022 Equinox LS with 24K mile. I'm 6'1" pushing 260ish and the ride for me is comfortable. The space I have is great, I've not really driven it much to give a honest opinion, Yet will be taking a trip down to Florida in a few weeks so will be able to tell about long distance comfort and mileage.

Two (2) trips from north Georgia to North Florida and the ride was excellent, no issues other than my knee to be stretched out.

 

[Lee]

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[ricklack]

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that's ok, we're having fun without him!

 

[ricklack]

Love our 2020 Premier 2.0t. The only thing is road noise. I’m ready for new tires but want the quietest I can find. I’ve done a bunch of research & I keep coming up with Michelin Defender 2..
Have any of you folks found tires that you can actually tell that they’re quieter.??
Also would like to go from 235/50 R19 to 245’s.
Suggestions??
Tks!!

I need tires as well and my RS has the same size as your Premier. had the Defenders in the past (not sure if Defender 2 is an upgraded version?), and loved them. I am looking at the Defender 2 but for some reason Costco in Canada has listed them out of stock for the last few months. However, I have an upcoming trip to PA coming up and Costco US seems to have them.

I had Michelin Cross Climates on my 2013 and seem to recall them being surprisingly quiet, despite the aggressive tread pattern. I was cruising in Florida with those babies at 100mph for extended periods (those FL drivers are nuts) and they were smooth as silk and quiet. It was a relatively small sample as my front differential blew on my way home in PA and I traded it in on my current Nox. If I can't get Defenders I may just get Cross Climates - but I already have dedicated snows tires on aluminum wheels, so leaning towards more of a cruising tire.

I have also noticed the Pirelli Scorpion AS Plus 3 at a decent price and they actually have slightly higher ratings for speed and temperature, but 20,000km less tread warranty. I need to research them a little more, if anyone lese here has had them, please share your thoughts.

 

[Hey Vern!]

I have junky Kenda tires on mine. I bought it used, so that's what I got. No grip. they are quiet though or I have the bose system too loud. I will put Michelin on mine when these wear out.