Premier FWD
What the Premier adds over the LS
| Spec | LS | Premier |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3274 lbs | 3350 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3274 lbs | 3350 lbs |
| Tire size | P225/65R17 | P225/60R18 |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 18.7 ft | 19.2 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Driver Confidence II Package (Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert), Driver Confidence II Package: Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Driver Confidence II Package: Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Safety Alert Seat
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 300 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 288 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 63.9 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 29.9 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 65.4 in |
| Overall length | 183.1 in |
| Overall width | 72.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.5L turbo DOHC DI with automatic stop/start |
| Valve configuration | Dual overhead camshafts; four valves per cylinder |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 170 hp |
| Torque | 203 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 31 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.9 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 40.9 in |
| Third-row legroom | 39.9 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.2 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.2 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with specifically tuned coil springs, direct-acting stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Four-link independent rear suspension |
Tires
| Tire size | P225/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3350 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3350 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety15 std · 4 opt
- Chevy Safety Assist: Front Pedestrian Braking
- Advanced Safety Package / Driver Confidence III Package: Adaptive Cruise Control optional
- Chevy Safety Assist: Forward Collision Alert
- Driver Confidence II Package: Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Advanced Safety Package / Driver Confidence III Package: HD Surround Vision optional
- Chevy Safety Assist: Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Frontal and seat-mounted side-impact for driver and right front passenger with Passenger Sensing System
- Rear Vision Camera (HD view on Premier)
- Roof-rail mounted head-curtain for front and rear outboard seating positions
- Brake Type: Four-wheel disc with ABS and ESC; Duralife rotors with low-drag calipers
- Chevy Safety Assist: Automatic Emergency Braking
- Chevy Safety Assist: Following Distance Indicator
- Chevy Safety Assist: IntelliBeam, automatic high beams
- Driver Confidence II Package (Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert)
- Driver Confidence II Package: Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
- Safety Alert Seat
- Tire Pressure Monitor System with tire fill alert
- Automatic Parking Assist optional
- Driver Confidence III Package (Automatic Parking Assist, HD Surround Vision and Adaptive Cruise Control) optional
Powertrain3 std · 1 opt
- All-wheel drive (AWD) optional
- Front-wheel drive (FWD)
- 1.5L turbo DOHC DI with automatic stop/start
- Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed automatic transmission
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Equinox. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Premier
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox Premier add over the LS?
Against the LS, 4 features become standard that the LS does not and 5 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.