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Bold Aesthetics, Polarizing Reception
Two personalities define its exterior:
RS Edition: Gloss-black grille, red accents, 19-inch wheels;
ACTIV Edition: All-terrain tires, rocker panel cladding .
Highlights: Split LED headlights and floating roof create a futuristic silhouette.
Controversies: Interior hard plastics and crude stitching lag behind Chinese rivals’ leather-wrapped cabins .
Technical Brilliance vs. Real-World Flaws
Architecture:
1.5T Miller-cycle engine + 2-speed DHT transmission, net output 272kW ;
Ultium-derived PHEV battery with 3.3kW V2L (vehicle-to-load) .
Performance:
0-100km/h: 6.8s (claimed) → 6.9s when depleted (real-world, outperforming specs) ;
EV Range: 120km (WLTC) → 155km actual ;
Fuel Economy: 1.61L/100km (claimed) → 5.97L/100km depleted .
Pain Points: Battery overheating triggers power limits during aggressive driving; noticeable engine noise in hybrid mode .
Generous but Unpolished
Space & Comfort:
2730mm wheelbase + flat floor, 648L-1619L cargo space ;
Downside: Non-adjustable rear seats compromise long-journey comfort .
Infotainment:
Dual 11”+11.3” screens with Snapdragon 8155 chip;
25-second voice command recognition impresses, but system glitches (e.g., reversing camera lag) frustrate users .
Who Should Consider It?
Tech-Savvy Realists: Prioritize engineering over brand prestige;
Adventure Seekers: 1,000km+ range + V2L enables off-grid camping ;
Chevrolet Loyalists: Embrace bold styling despite criticism.
Avoid If: Interior refinement, resale value, or dealership experience rank high.
A Brand at Crossroads
Three critical missteps doomed Equinox Plus:
Brand Dilution: Once a “value king,” now eclipsed by Chinese EV brands ;
Service Collapse: Closed dealerships and months-long part waits ;
Localization Blind Spots: No 7-seat option; unoptimized infotainment for Chinese apps .
Conclusion: A Beacon for Engineers, A Warning for Executives
The Equinox Plus embodies a painful truth: Brilliant engineering alone cannot win markets. Its powertrain triumphs—real-world range exceeding specs, depletion-proof acceleration—are overshadowed by Chevrolet’s failure to adapt to consumer needs. To survive, GM must treat users as partners, not statistics. Otherwise, this technological gem will remain a footnote in auto history—a masterpiece ignored .
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