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YakFishMo
Dec 30, 2014Explorer
Executive wrote:
When we were looking, our short list was the Jeep Cherokee. We liked the looks and some of the convenience items they offered. The storage compartment INSIDE the passenger seat was cool. The negative was the harsh ride, but as said, it's a Jeep. We've owned Wranglers and Grand Cherokees. Jeeps also come a little on the heavy side. Anyway, I ended up driving a Chevy Equinox LTZ and there was no comparison. The ride was superior and the interior space was larger. Comparably equipped, the Equinox came in almost $2k less than the Jeep. Our list included, moon roof, remote start, leather interior, heated seats, navigation system etc. The rear seat folds flat for extra carrying capacity and there is no rear seat hump. Drive both vehicles and I think you'll agree.
To tow the Equinox, a fuse had to be pulled so I installed a toggle switch so I could flip that instead of pulling the fuse. The towed mileage does not show nor has the battery ever run down. I use the Ready Brute tow system with a BlueOx baseplate, so there is no add on braking system.
We are happy we chose the Equinox over the Jeep......good luck with your choice...Dennis
Dennis, does the Equinox have to be the all wheel drive version?
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