2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT FWD
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- Photo: 2014 Chevrolet Equinox 1LT in White Diamond Clearcoat, Front Left, 07-30-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Equinox USDM by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Chevrolet Equinox interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT FWD is a 182-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,870 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
It makes 182 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The Equinox measures 187.8 inches long on a 112.5-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,870 ($36,085 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $26,730 ($37,284 *) |
| Destination Charge | $860 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.4L I4 SIDI |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 182 hp |
| Torque | 172 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, four valves per cylinder; variable valve timing |
| Bore and Stroke | 88 x 98 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent strut-type with tuned coil springs; direct-acting stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent four-link with coil springs |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187.8 in |
| Width | 72.5 in |
| Height | 66.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in |
| Front Track | 62.5 in |
| Rear Track | 61.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (19.1 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2013 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD: 4 ★ overall
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet EQUINOX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Aug 4, 2016 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.
Consequence: Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 25302.
NHTSA campaign 16V582000
Jul 5, 2016 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Consequence: If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
NHTSA campaign 16V502000
751 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet EQUINOX
Owner Complaints
751 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet EQUINOX (20 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 13 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 412 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 144 |
| Power Train | 80 |
| Electrical System | 69 |
| Unknown Or Other | 63 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 43 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2013 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.