Weird noise in 2025

[51ChevyGuy]

My previous Equinox was purchased new in 2018. Yes, it had the whomping sound with one window down. The basic design of the cabin had something to do with that. Yes, the sound system was better in the ‘18. I purchased an ‘25 RS for the following reasons -

1. I drove the ‘18 AWD to 122000 miles with NO mechanical problems. I had it serviced every 5000 miles and had all required maintenance done. It was very reliable.
2. I drove the ‘18 through the Rocky Mountains (Colorado, New Mexico) MANY times and found it to have plenty of power for PASSING vehicles going UP the mountains.
3. It is not “sporty”. It handles like a small SUV. I owned a Camaro when I was younger and got that out of my system.
4. I live in Iowa and it’s cold so I have not rolled down the windows. When I do, I expect the whomping sound so I will roll down the passenger side window and the sound will disappear.

The list price of my new RS AWD with a sunroof was the SAME as my 2018 Premier AWD with a sunroof. How did Chevrolet accomplish this feat in an era of high inflation?

1. Chevy upgraded the tech and sacrificed the Bose.
2. Chevy sacrificed the leather for Evotex (it’s interesting that sales people still call it leather) and saved some money.
3. I’m sure that the bean counters at Chevrolet found some additional ways to save some money - but a good mechanic told me that the engine and transmission are the most important things to consider and they kept them the same and did not cut back there.

I’m pleased with the ride, the tech and connectivity, the added safety and the ability to turn off the start/stop. I’m looking forward to 4 or 5 years of enjoyable traveling.

I have a ZERO buyers remorse and a dependable dealer.

 

[Hey Vern!]

Good report. Thanks!

 

[2025blackout]

HI all. I am new to the Equinox world. I just traded in a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited for a 2025 Equinox RS. I'm loving a lot of the features so far but there are a few weird things that I've noticed in the week since I've had it.
I've noticed when I'm traveling around 35-45 mph and have the driver window slightly cracked, there is a loud "whomping" sound that comes from the passenger side area. I can't pinpoint exactly where the noise is coming from, whether it's the windows or windshield. When I roll up the window it's stops, but its quite loud when it starts its "whomp whomp" sound. At first I thought it was the tires making the noise but think I've ruled that out as I only hear it when the driver's window is cracked. I only bought this last week and I've been so busy at work that I have not had time to go back to the dealership, but plan to do that Monday to see if they can give me any insight on this weird noise. Has anyone else with a 2025 noticed this?
Also in that same speed range, if I am in stop and go traffic, the car seems to struggle to shift properly. Like the rpm's will idle high around 35mph and I have to try to gas it to get to the next gear to try to get it back down or brake and go slower. IDK, maybe this is normal for a 4 cylinder car? It's been over 10 years since I've driven a 4 cylinder. The V6 in the Jeep was a smooth ride, smooth shifting, it was a great car but kept having electrical problems so wanted to get rid of it. These new Equinox seemed comparable in features, but coming from such a smooth driving and riding Jeep, I'm finding this to be a rougher and louder ride. And this is just ranting, but the sound system in this Equinox is god awful. Maybe I got spoiled by the Bose in the Jeep with the built in subs, but this is so so bad. Honestly if I would've tested that out better when I was test driving I probably wouldn't have bought it based on the sound system alone.
Anyways, anyone else with a 2025 notice the "whomping" or weird shifting?? Thanks!

Agree, the sound system is horrible. One saving grace I've noticed, for some odd reason (or not?) is the quality is much better when I'm streaming stuff bluetooth. That makes no sense to me, but it's day and night difference. Same in the 2014 Lacrosse I have.

 

[GaryM]

HI all. I am new to the Equinox world. I just traded in a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited for a 2025 Equinox RS. I'm loving a lot of the features so far but there are a few weird things that I've noticed in the week since I've had it.
I've noticed when I'm traveling around 35-45 mph and have the driver window slightly cracked, there is a loud "whomping" sound that comes from the passenger side area. I can't pinpoint exactly where the noise is coming from, whether it's the windows or windshield. When I roll up the window it's stops, but its quite loud when it starts its "whomp whomp" sound. At first I thought it was the tires making the noise but think I've ruled that out as I only hear it when the driver's window is cracked. I only bought this last week and I've been so busy at work that I have not had time to go back to the dealership, but plan to do that Monday to see if they can give me any insight on this weird noise. Has anyone else with a 2025 noticed this?
Also in that same speed range, if I am in stop and go traffic, the car seems to struggle to shift properly. Like the rpm's will idle high around 35mph and I have to try to gas it to get to the next gear to try to get it back down or brake and go slower. IDK, maybe this is normal for a 4 cylinder car? It's been over 10 years since I've driven a 4 cylinder. The V6 in the Jeep was a smooth ride, smooth shifting, it was a great car but kept having electrical problems so wanted to get rid of it. These new Equinox seemed comparable in features, but coming from such a smooth driving and riding Jeep, I'm finding this to be a rougher and louder ride. And this is just ranting, but the sound system in this Equinox is god awful. Maybe I got spoiled by the Bose in the Jeep with the built in subs, but this is so so bad. Honestly if I would've tested that out better when I was test driving I probably wouldn't have bought it based on the sound system alone.
Anyways, anyone else with a 2025 notice the "whomping" or weird shifting?? Thanks!

Hi there. Suggest you take it to the dealer. There's a service tech bulletin regarding that type of sound. It involves the noise cancelation system and positioning of the four microphones in the head liner. Apparently some were not seated properly.