Engine: 3.4-liter ohv 12-valve V6

Engine Options: 185-hp 3.4-liter ohv 12-valve V6

Transmission: 5-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS, traction control, dual-stage front airbags, front seat belt pre-tensioners, LATCH system child seat anchors

Optional Safety Equipment: side-impact and head-curtain airbags

Basic Warranty: 3 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Ingersoll, Ontario

Model Tested: Chevrolet Equinox LT2 FWD ($24,180)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning, remote keyless entry, cruise control, daytime running lamps, power windows, automatic door locks, ABS, traction control, power mirrors, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, 6-way power driver's seat w/manual lumbar and map pocket, auto-dimming inside mirror w/temp and compass, rear washer/wiper, fog lamps, luggage rack side rails, 6-speaker AM/FM/CD system, sliding rear seat, rear cargo panel system, P235/60R17 on 17-inch alloy wheels

Options as Tested: leather seating surfaces (NC); heated front seats ($250); sunroof ($595); 6-CD changer ($395); 7-speaker Pioneer premium sound system w/subwoofer and amp ($295); XM Satellite Radio ($325) includes 3-month trial subscription; OnStar ($695); towing package ($350)

Destination Charge: 590

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 185 @ 5200

Torque: 210 @ 3800

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 19/24

Wheelbase: 112.5 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 188.8/71.4/67.0 inches

Track Front/Rear: 61.6/61.8 inches

Turning Cycle: 41.8 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 40.9/51.1/41.2 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 40.1/51.4/40.2 inches

Trunk Volume: 68.6 cubic feet

Payload: 1290

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs

Ground Clearance: 7.9 inches

Curb Weight: 3660 pounds

Towing Capacity: 3500 pounds

Tires: P235/60R17

Brakes: disc/drum with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 17 Gallons