Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
Model | Equinox | Equinox | Equinox | Equinox | Equinox | Lancer | Lancer | Lancer | Lancer | Lancer | Lancer | Lancer |
Trim | L | LS | LT | 2LT | LTZ | DE | ES | SE | GT | Ralliart | Evolution GSR | Evolution MR |
Engines | ||||||||||||
Transmissions | ||||||||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||||||||
Tires | ||||||||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||||||||
Accessories | ||||||||||||
Cancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers. | ||||||||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||||||
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||||||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||||||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Homelink. | ||||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||||||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||||||
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||||||||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||||||||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||||||||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | ||||||||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||||||||
Above floor system for organizing cargo. | ||||||||||||
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | ||||||||||||
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack. | ||||||||||||
No crossbars. | ||||||||||||
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers. | ||||||||||||
Climate Control | ||||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||||||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||||||
Drivetrain | ||||||||||||
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling. | ||||||||||||
The center differential can be manually adjusted to vary the torque split front to rear. | ||||||||||||
When one front wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | ||||||||||||
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | ||||||||||||
Engine / Motor | ||||||||||||
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Exterior | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | ||||||||||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | ||||||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||||||||
Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim. | ||||||||||||
Scoop on the hood, often not functional and purely decorative. | ||||||||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | ||||||||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | ||||||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Large spoiler stands well above the trunk or hatch. | ||||||||||||
Infotainment | ||||||||||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | ||||||||||||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||||||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||||||||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||||||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||||||||
Includes CD player. | ||||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||||||||||||
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | ||||||||||||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | ||||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | ||||||||||||
Activate Siri using button on steering wheel. Make calls, hear and dictate texts and email, manage calendar, turn-by-turn nav. Requires iPhone 4S or higher. | ||||||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||||||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||||||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | ||||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||||||
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model. | ||||||||||||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||||||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||||||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||||||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||||||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||||||||
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability. | ||||||||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||||||
All-weather floormats. | ||||||||||||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||||||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||||||||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | ||||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | ||||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||||||
Alloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels. | ||||||||||||
Less firm than a sport suspension. Only listed if an option or not standard on all trims. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||||||||||
Transmission | ||||||||||||
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | ||||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||||||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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