Over a four-trim spread—L, LS, LT, and Premier—the 2017 and 2018 model years of the Chevrolet Equinox provide a fairly solid choice in a crossover segment that’s overcrowded and fiercely competitive. The 2017 Equinox, which comes at the end of the nameplate’s second generation, polishes up the combination of the production cycle’s main features. And the 2018 model year showcases a brand-new design that makes a few improvements.

One of the Chevy Equinox’s major attributes is its robust list of standard features. Even for the 2017 or 2018 model year, it’s still rare for passenger vehicles to have a Wi-Fi hotspot, let alone one that enables you to access the Internet at 4G LTE speeds. There’s also a pair of OnStar subscriptions: a five-year Basic Plan for functions such as remote vehicle access, advanced diagnostics, and dealer maintenance notifications; and a three-year Guidance Plan for services such as roadside assistance, turn-by-turn navigation, and stolen vehicle assistance. Other base trim level standard features include a rearview camera, electronic cruise control, remote keyless entry, Bluetooth hands-free phone operation and audio streaming, and a six-speaker stereo system that comes with a 7-inch color touchscreen. Depending on model year, upper-level trims are more likely to get additions or enhancements such as a multi-color driver information display, wireless charging ability, auto dimming ability on the rearview mirror, a remote garage-door opener, a trial three-month subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio, dual USB charging-only ports, and an 8-inch color touchscreen. Notably, while you’d need to upgrade to the top-level Premier trim on the 2017 model to get Chevrolet MyLink for integrating all infotainment functions, it’s standard across trim levels on the 2018 model.

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the Chevy Equinox is a very safe vehicle to own and drive. It aced all crashworthiness tests administered by the IIHS, scoring the best possible score (“Good”) on each one. Similarly, the Equinox got an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA.

Generally speaking, the Chevrolet Equinox is considered a vehicle with a high level of projected reliability. This is based on the evaluation from J.D. Power & Associates, which analyzes reported issues on each new car during the first 90 days of ownership. The 2017 model gets a 4.5 Power Circle rating (out of a possible 5). That means that the Equinox is one of the best vehicles to get in terms of predicted reliability; it has a high level of probability of being owned for a long period of time with little if any need for major repairs or replacements.

To try out the 2017 or 2018 Chevy Equinox for yourself, come visit us at our dealership in Antioch, Tennessee. We have a grand selection of Equinox units to make your pick from. And as evidenced by generally glowing reviews from Google, Cars.com, and Kelley Blue Book, we have a staff renowned for ensuring that every customer is pleased with his or her experience. Call us today to set up an appointment.