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, StabiliTrak with 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 with rollover sensor

Basic Warranty: 3 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Ingersoll, Ontario

Model Tested: Chevrolet Equinox LT FWD ($22,970)

Standard Equipment: air conditioning, cruise control, tilt steering, daytime running lamps, power windows, automatic door locks with remote keyless entry, power mirrors, Multi-Flex 60/.40 split rear seat, six-speaker AM/FM/CD audio, driver information center, ABS, StabilTrak with traction control, tire pressure monitor, rear washer/wiper, fog lamps, luggage rack side rails

Options as Tested: Package 2LT ($1,280) includes auto-dimming inside mirror w/temp and compass, 6-way power driver's seat w/manual lumbar and map pocket, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, P235/60R17 all-season tires on 17-inch alloy wheels; leather seating surfaces ($595); heated front seats ($250); sunroof ($695); 6-CD changer with MP3 ($435); 7-speaker premium sound system w/subwoofer and amp ($325); XM Satellite Radio ($199) includes 3-month trial subscription; OnStar ($695); towing package ($350)

Destination Charge: 615

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 185 @ 5200

Torque: 210 @ 3800

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 19/26

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: 67.1 cubic feet

Payload: 1329

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs

Ground Clearance: 7.9 inches

Curb Weight: 3741 pounds

Towing Capacity: 3500 pounds

Tires: P235/60R17

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS

Fuel Capacity: 20.5 Gallons