32 reasons to choose a 2010 Chevy Equinox vs. Toyota RAV4 | Chicago Chevrolet
PERFORMANCE: Chevrolet Equinox Performance vs. Toyota RAV4
32 MPG fuel economy. The 4 cylinder Chevrolet Equinox tops the 4-Cylinder Toyota RAV4 in highway fuel economy by 4 MPG. Greater Range. The Chevy Equinox goes farther on a tank of gas the the equivalent RAV4: 153 miles farther with the 4 cylinder, 104 miles farther V6 to V6. Direct injection. Enhances both performance and fuel economy. Equinox has it in both engines, RAV4 does not have it. Hydrolic Steering with V6. Hydrolic power steering is better suited for engines with higher power and torque. It's standard with the 2010 Chevy Equinox available V6. RAV4 does not offer hydrolic steering, not even with it's V6-powered Sport models. 6-Speed Automatic Transmission. Standard on all 2010 Chevrolet Equinox models. RAV4 still provides an old-fashioned 4 speed automatic with it's 4 cylinder engine and a 5 speed automatic with it's V6. Auto-hill control. It's STANDARD on all Chevy Equinox trim levels with all engines. Available as an option with RAV4 V6 engines only. Auto-Grade Braking. The transmission automatically shifts to a lower gear while braking on a downgrade to help preserve brake life. Again, this enhancement is STANDARD on all Chevy Equinox models; RAV4 provides this feature only with its V6 powered models. Larger wheels. The Chicago Chevrolet Equinox provides standard 17" aluminum wheels compared to RAV4's base 16" steel wheels. Longer Wheelbase. The Chevy Equinox class leading 112.5" wheelbase provides a smoother ride. Coupled with a new, wider track, Chevy's Equinox has a stable platform which enhances stability and handling. Vented Disc Brakes. On the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox from Rogers Chicago Chevrolet, both front and rear disc brakes are vented. RAV4 provides vented discs on the front only.
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE: Chevrolet Equinox Performance vs. Toyota RAV4
More seat comfort. The Chevy Equinox's front and rear seats match the comfort of the Lexus RX 330. That's in addition to topping all segment competitors including the Toyota RAV4. Power height and lumbar support. Both are STANDARD on the driver's seat for the Chicago Chevy Equinox. RAV4 only provides manual control. More rear seat leg room. With segment exclusive Multi-Flex, the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox rear seat can slide back nearly 8" to provide the most rear leg room in the segment. The Toyota RAV4 rear seat can't match this leg room in ANY position. Driver's seat with memory. Front driver's seat and mirror memory is standard on LTZ. No competitor in the segment, including RAV4, offers this convenience. Power Programmable Liftgate. The Chevrolet Equinox offers the segment's first power programmable liftgate, a luxury not available in the Toyota RAV4. IP-mounted power child safety lock activation. Another convenience not available with the Toyota RAV4. Best in class quietness. Quietness is Comforting. And no vehicle in the segment is quieter inside than the New Equinox.
FUNCTIONALITY: Chevrolet Equinox Performance vs. Toyota RAV4
Multi-Flex rear seat. RAV4's sliding rear seats do not have the nearly 8" of fore/aft travel provided by Chicago Chevrolet Equinox's Multi-Flex rear seat. Rear Liftgate. RAV4 has a slide-opening rear door which can be awkward in certain side loading situations. This further compounded by a heavy spare tire hanging on the door. In contrast, Equinox provides a handy rear liftgate. Door-mounted rocker moldings. Protect pant cuffs from dirt and mud and provide easier entry and exit, unlike conventional body-mounted rocker moldings on the RAV4.
TECHNOLOGY: Chevrolet Equinox Performance vs. Toyota RAV4
Standard XM Radio. RAV4 offers it only as part of very expensive option packages. Rear DVD System. RAV4 offers NO rear entertainment system. Equinox offers state of the art system with dual front seatback-mounted monitors in its top two trim levels. Available OnStar Directions & Connections. Every new Equinox owner can get the advantage of Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Equinox's standard OnStar provides a suite of services including Automatic Crash Response, Onboard Diagnostics and much more -all not available with RAV4.Bluetooth for Phone. With the Chevrolet Equinox, Bluetooth connectivity is standardon LTZ and 2LT trim levels and available with 1LT. With RAV4, it's only available on it's most expensive trim level.USB port. Like Bluetooth, a USB port is standard on LTZ and 2LT and available with 1LT. This USB port makes controlling your iPod easy, and even keeps it charged. RAV4 does not offer a USB port, even with its Limited trim level. Advance Remote Start. Equinox's new advanced system operates up to 195' from the vehicle. Remote start of ANY type is not available with the RAV4.Driver Information Center. Equinox has a large display that provides a wealth of vehicle, trip and other information. RAV4 has no Driver Information Center.
SAFETY & SECURITY: Chevrolet Equinox Performance vs. Toyota RAV4
Rear camera. Both Equinox and RAV4 offer a rear camera integrated with the inside mirror. However, while RAV4 makes it an available option on their top two trim levels, Equinox makes it standard on LTZ and 2LT and available on 1LT. Rear park assist. Equinox includes an Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist system with its LTZ trim level. RAV4 does not offer any system. OnStar with Automatic Crash Response. The peace of mind of OnStar's Automatic Crash Response is standard on Equinox, not available on RAV4.Daytime Running Lamps. This important safety feature is standard on Equinox and available on RAV4 only as an extra cost option.
