The Chevy Equinox Is Built for Comfort and Joy

No matter how much you spend on your vehicle, you can usually count on a quality powertrain, a number of standard safety features, and the ability to seat a certain number of passengers depending on the vehicle size and class. However, one thing that you can’t overlook is the creature comforts that make buying a certain brand and model more enjoyable. In general, you would expect there to be an inverse relationship between affordability and quality. However, you may be surprised to know that if you find a Chevy Equinox for sale, you have the opportunity to buy something of a paradox. Not only is the Equinox one of the most affordable five-passenger compact SUVs, but it also has so many incredible comfort and convenience features packed into its sporty little body.

Chevrolet has always geared its business to building quality vehicles that are affordable for everyone, even those on a tight budget. But Chevy has decided that people shouldn’t have to pay a premium on the Equinox to get a vehicle that has all the bells and whistles to make driving it so much more enjoyable. Stop by DePaula Chevrolet and see how you can get brilliance no matter your budget with a 2022 Chevy Equinox.

That’s Infotainment!

Everyone loves to be entertained when driving in their car, and the Equinox doesn’t disappoint in this regard. Each 2022 Chevy Equinox is equipped with the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System with a seven-inch diagonal color touchscreen, except for the top Premier trim, which has an eight-inch screen. This integrates key vehicle information features with your favorite apps from your smartphone. It also provides hands-free calls through Bluetooth connectivity. As a result, you can stay connected to the world wherever your Equinox may take you.

One thing that sets Chevy apart from its competitors is that even the base model Equinox LS has wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. This means that you can leave those annoying cables at home and seamlessly stream music, talk, and other apps from your smartphone, depending on its operating system. Other automakers offer Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but most of them make you pay extra for wireless capability. There are few things more annoying than leaving for a trip or a night out only to find you forgot to bring along your USB cable. Choosing an Equinox will allow you to avoid those headaches.

If you want the ultimate in infotainment systems, you can choose the Equinox Premier. This top trim comes with a standard Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus System with an eight-inch diagonal HD color touchscreen. This adds Cloud connected personalization that remembers your settings. Also, being connected to the Cloud allows the system to be updated without you even being there. This upgraded system is available on the Equinox RS model as well. Chevy also offers the convenience of turn-by-turn navigation on the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus System as an optional feature on the Equinox LT, RS, and Premier trims. If you opt for this available feature, you will also get the benefit of the larger eight-inch HD color touchscreen on LT and RS.

Radio Waves for Cars

Automakers have been equipping cars with radios going all the way back to the Forties and Fifties. But those static-filled channel surfers with the tinny radios are a thing of the past. Each 2022 Chevy Equinox is equipped with a six-speaker audio system, which has been expertly positioned throughout the interior to maximize the sound quality. The sound is especially good when you access the standard HD radio on your Equinox. For those who are true audiophiles, Chevy offers an available Bose premium seven-speaker audio system on the RS and Premier trims. Bose is one of the top brands of stereo and speaker manufacturers, and if you opt for this feature, you can really hear the difference.

In addition to being able to stream your favorite music using wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, you can also access hundreds of channels with SiriusXM satellite radio. This gives you access to all the great music, talk, sports, and news channels that are part of the SiriusXM Platinum Subscription. Each Chevy Equinox has a free 3-month SiriusXM Platinum Subscription trial, allowing you to see if this service is right for you. We can tell you from personal experience that it is easy to get hooked, and you will love hearing your favorite programming no matter where you go in America.

A Swinging Wi-Fi Hotspot!

When you’re out on the road, it can be really annoying to hit a dead spot. All of a sudden, your music stops streaming on your infotainment system; the important call you are making gets dropped; your kids in the back seat start to complain because the video they were watching on their tablet just froze. We know all about this. We’ve been here ourselves before. This is why Chevy has made every 2022 Equinox Wi-Fi hotspot capable. Now, you can roam the roads while always staying connected.

Teen Driver: Your Virtual Chaperone

If you have a young driver in your family, then you are going to appreciate the fact that Chevy has made its Teen Driver technology standard on the Equinox. This is a feature that you can configure to ensure that the teen driver in your household always drives safely. You can limit the volume on the infotainment system, and you can prevent the driver from disabling the standard active safety features in your Equinox. You can even set Teen Driver so that your Equinox cannot be put into drive until everyone in the vehicle has buckled their seatbelt.

Just like a good chaperone, Teen Driver will let you know how your youngster performed behind the wheel. The in-vehicle report card provides you with all the information you need on the performance, including maximum speed and driving habits. It’s better than being in the car yourself and allows you to give your young driver a level of autonomy while you have peace of mind.

Technology That Is Like a Home Away From Home

Chevy has made the Equinox so technologically advanced that it will become like your home away from home. If you use Amazon Alexa, you’ll be happy to know that she can ride along with you in your 2022 Chevy Equinox. Chevy has made the Equinox compatible with the Alexa system, allowing most of the same functions you’ve come to rely on at home.

Speaking of home, if you opt for the Premier trim, you will get a standard universal home remote. This will allow you to activate your garage door opener and security systems from the safety and convenience of your Equinox Premier. Just push a button to close the garage and arm the alarm system when you leave, then turn it off when you return.

One other thing that Chevy has made standard on the Equinox is cruise control. This feature allows you to reduce driver fatigue when going on long drives by setting the cruising speed you want and easily adjusting it with controls on the steering wheel. If you are looking at the higher trims, you can also upgrade to Adaptive Cruise Control, which will automatically adjust your speed based on the traffic conditions around you.

The Chevy Equinox Is Equipped for Your Driving Future

From advanced infotainment features to standard convenience with cruise control and Wi-Fi, Chevy has made the 2022 Equinox a standout in the crowded field of compact SUVs. Where other automakers make you pay a premium for these technological features, Chevy includes most of them on even the base LS trim. Now you just have to decide which tunes you’re going to stream on your standard Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System when you go out cruising in your Equinox. We’ll leave that argument up to you and your favorite passengers.