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2009 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 34th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2009 #34 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Chevrolet Equinox's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2410.29.8
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 2009 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 34Chevrolet Equinox20 MPG $2,325
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 EquinoxOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Equinox MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Equinox FWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
4WD/AWD · 3.4L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
Equinox AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Equinox FWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
4WD/AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Equinox AWD		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.4L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. rivals

vs Hyundai Santa Fe 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Torrent 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Ford Taurus 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Taurus saves $111/yr vs GMC Yukon Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Yukon Hybrid saves $111/yr vs Dodge Durango Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Durango Hybrid saves $111/yr vs Chrysler Aspen Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Aspen Hybrid saves $111/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?

The 2009 Chevrolet Equinox's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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