Eight Reasons to Consider a Chevy Equinox

Indianapolis is one of the most diverse cities in the Midwest. From the Brickyard for the Indy 500 to the wonderful restaurants on Mass Ave, there are always plenty of things to do here. Just like our beloved city, Indianapolis drivers also come with diverse needs. Some families want a roomy and safe vehicle, while commuters and daily drivers want something enjoyable to ride in that doesn’t have them filling up on gas all the time.

We even have students and young drivers who are looking for a ride that is cool and affordable. When you head over to Blossom Chevrolet—your local Indianapolis Chevy dealer—you’ll find a vehicle that checks the boxes for practically everyone. The 2024 Chevy Equinox is a model you should consider for any number of reasons, because Chevy designed its compact SUV with a diverse clientele in mind.

We’re proud to offer our Indy neighbors the full lineup of new Chevy models, including the 2024 Equinox. As an authorized Chevy dealer, we can give you all of the features you want in your Equinox, even making sure you get one in your favorite color.

1) Exceptional Performance

Chevy has equipped the Equinox with an extraordinarily efficient 1.5-liter Turbo I-4 gas engine. This comes paired with a Hydra-Matic six-speed automatic transmission, allowing you to get optimal performance out of this powertrain. The engine itself has a dual overhead camshaft configuration with four valves per cylinder. It also has variable valve timing with automatic stop/start, which will help to reduce fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

By using a turbocharger to boost performance, the Equinox is able to deliver improved speed and acceleration in a relatively small engine. This powertrain can produce up to 175 hp at 5600 RPM and 203 lb-ft of torque at 2000-4000 RPM by using direct fuel injection. As a result, the 2024 Equinox can go from zero to sixty in just 8.0 seconds, with a top speed of 125 mph. That is the kind of acceleration you need to safely merge onto the busy I-65 and I-70 interchange during rush hour.

2) Solid Fuel Economy

If you are a commuter or daily driver, then you’ll want to do whatever you can to keep fuel consumption in check. By choosing an Equinox, you’ll be able to reduce your trips to the gas station, as front-wheel drive models provide up to 28 MPG in combined fuel economy.

For those drivers who are concerned about driving around Indianapolis during one of our winter storms, you’ll be happy to know that Chevy offers the Equinox with available all-wheel drive. This will provide the traction you need to get to wherever you are going safely, even in inclement weather, as well as 26 MPG in combined fuel economy.

3) Roomy Interior

One complaint some drivers have about crossover models is that they don’t really have enough room for five passengers. These folks are concerned that the friends and family members seated in the back will complain about long drives. Fortunately, you won’t have this problem if you choose an Equinox.

The 2024 Chevy Equinox provides 103.5 cu.ft. for passengers. This gives you a great deal of space, including 39.9 inches of legroom in the back, so everyone can easily stretch out during your trip. Best of all, when you’re driving with your friends, you won’t have to referee fights over who gets to ride shotgun. For family drivers, the roomy interior will reduce the choruses of “Are we there yet?” In addition, the Equinox has eight cup holders throughout its interior, so everyone has a place to put their favorite beverage.

4) Versatile Cargo Area

Chevy has designed the Equinox so that you can ride with five passengers while still having space in the trunk for everyone’s belongings. When you open the liftgate on the Equinox, you will get a spacious 29.9 cu.ft. in which to put all of your things. If you need more room, simply fold down the rear bench seat to free up an amazing 63.9 cu.ft. of space.

Getting things into your Equinox’s trunk will be made especially easy if you opt for the available hands-free power liftgate. You can open the trunk when your hands are full by just making a simple kicking motion under your rear bumper. This will come in handy during a shopping trip to the stores at Castleton Square.

5) A Great First Vehicle

If you’re a parent of a young driver looking for their first car, then the 2024 Equinox is an excellent option. Whether your child needs a vehicle for work or to attend classes at a local college like Butler University, you can make sure they’re driving safely, even if you’re not there with them. This is because every Equinox features Chevy’s Teen Driver mode.

This tool prevents your young driver from disabling any of the safety features on the Equinox while also limiting the volume of the infotainment system (to prevent them from drowning out car horns or emergency sirens with their favorite music). The Teen Driver will also not allow them to put the Equinox in gear unless they have fastened their seat belt.

You are also going to love the post-trip report from this tool, as it will let you know how your child performed, including their top speed and whether any of the emergency features are engaged. This is like having a virtual chaperone along for the ride.

6) Safety Suite Standard

The Equinox has a host of airbags throughout the cabin to shield you and your passengers if you are involved in an accident. There is also a standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System that will let you know if you need to add or reduce the amount of air in your tires.

Chevy has always put a premium on keeping its customers safe. This is why it has included the Chevy Safety Assist system of advanced driver assistance features on every trim of the 2024 Equinox. These will do things like help reduce front-end collisions by letting you know if you are getting too close to the vehicle in front of you (via the Following Distance Indicator) and engaging Automatic Emergency Braking to avoid an accident or reduce the impact.

In fact, there are six standard safety features on the Equinox, as well as a standard rear vision camera that will help you detect pedestrians and other vehicles behind when you back out of a parking space. These standard safety features are something that every Indianapolis driver will be happy to have.

7) The Chevrolet Infotainment System

No matter where your Equinox takes you in Indianapolis or beyond, you’ll want to stay connected. Chevy makes that easy with the standard Chevrolet Infotainment System on the 2024 Equinox. The LS, LT, and RS trims feature a 7.0-inch touchscreen, while the top-tier Premier has a slightly larger 8.0-inch screen. This will help you connect your smartphones using wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you can make hands-free calls and texts even if you left your phone’s charging cables at home.

The Chevrolet Infotainment System has a Wi-Fi hotspot, so you and your passengers can keep your phones connected wherever you may roam. This will allow you to stream your favorite apps, so you can listen to music or spoken word programming during your drive. The Equinox features a six-speaker audio system, which has been designed to optimize sound inside the vehicle’s cabin. The only hard part will be deciding the songs to listen to with your family or friends.

8) High Quality at an Affordable Price

JD Power rated the Chevy Equinox number one in “New Vehicle Quality” for the second year in a row; this is one of the top awards in the highly competitive crossover category.^[a] One of the best things about this is that you can get this high quality at an affordable price; the 2024 Equinox has a base MSRP of $26,600, making it accessible to most residents of Indianapolis.^[a]

Come in Today, Drive Home in an Equinox

The Equinox represents one of those rare models that offers something for everyone. Whether you need a safe and roomy vehicle for your family, an economical model for your daily drive, or a great value at an affordable price for a young driver, this is one of those few models that will check the boxes for so many different people. Join your Indianapolis neighbors by heading over and driving out with a 2024 Chevy Equinox!