Available performance mods for 2024 model.

[Brand-O-Matic]

I haven't really been able to find much, but are there any mods that can be done to enhance the performance of this blistering 175hp sprinter we have? I'm liking the Equinox, but it sure is a shame this engine is the only option. Just figured there had to be something out there to help us squeeze a bit more out of it.

 

[ricklack]

Best mod I found was to trade it in on a Blazer with a V6

I've adjusted to life without the 3.6 and am satisfied with the 1.5. I feel any performance mods you find won't likely be enough to make it worth doing. I painted my calipers red, it makes it look like it's going faster than it is LOL

 

[Brand-O-Matic]

I feel you there. I thought about painting my calipers also. I was going to go for the Blazer or Traverse, but the wife won out wanting good gas mileage. Oh well, I like the Equinox. I just have to learn to love it. Lol

 

[Big Papi]

From the Auto Stop/Start to the super lightweight oil and the minuscule 1.5L turbo in this SUV looking car, it all screams economy platform. Shoe-horned into the Chevrolet lineup it's sole purpose in life is to skew the CAFE numbers so Chevy can sell things like the Corvette or Silverado 3500 crew cab long bed without running afoul of mandated fuel efficiency targets. Performance mods really aren't in the cards for these very popular fuel sippers. Give it a wax, spray on some tire shine and enjoy the ride as is. With all the money you'll save get a nice little project car you can pump up.

 

[CPG]

Best mod I found was to trade it in on a Blazer with a V6

I've adjusted to life without the 3.6 and am satisfied with the 1.5. I feel any performance mods you find won't likely be enough to make it worth doing. I painted my calipers red, it makes it look like it's going faster than it is LOL

Exactly right. The way the Chevy lineup is constructed, for the smallest SUV you have the Trax... A same size SUV, but with more power and options, is the Trailblazer for more money. Similarly The Equinox is the next larger model in size and price as well as most popular... You want the same physical size as the Equinox but with more engine options and costing more you go for the Blazer. Why do people keep trying to make the Equinox into something it is not. For my purposes I find the 175 horsepower and 203 ft pounds of torque to be plenty... Why the endless discussion on this?