New Chevy Cars–2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Chevy Tahoe SUVs

Versatility,innovative technology and commitment to consumers'safety and comfort have earned General Motors the status of world leader in the global car market.With wide variety of efficient sports utility vehicles including 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe, Equinox and TrailBlazer GM reinforces their sincerity in meeting the customers' demand of more room for passenger and cargo, increased safety and comfort.

Here is a brief discussion on some of the latest Chevrolet SUVs.

Chevrolet Equinox

The 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is one of the most efficient cars in GMs crossover SUVs line up.It offers a variety of trim levels suitable for almost all sorts of buyer.The 2009 Equinox also ranks high in the NHTSA crash tests.

Under the hood, the car is equipped with a 3.4L 185Hp V6 producing 210 lb-ft of torque to tow a respectable 3500 pounds.Teamed with a five-speed automatic transmission its standard V6 delivers a decent mileage of 17mpg in the city and 24mpg on the highway.

A spacious cabin,split rear seats and adjustable middle row seats help to accommodate more cargo and passengers as well. Smart instrument panels and faux aluminum accented gauges add to the charm of the interior design of the standard Equinox.

With a chic exterior with additional color choices and a long list of comfort and safety features including GM's OnStar navigation,cruise control,a set of power accessories and latest entertainment systems the new Chevy Equinox is ready to take on the top-rated Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.More detail on Equinox is available in the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox review.

Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Though Chevy TrailBlazer has been a popular choice among the big car shoppers,auto experts in Chevrolet TrailBlazer review have expressed their doubt over the performance of the car.Perhaps TrailBlazer's affordability and overall competence including heavy towing and respectable off-read capabilities are the reasons behind its popularity.

The more robust truck-based 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer gets a 4.2L 285Hp Inline-6 producing 276 lb-ft of torque.People with heavier towing needs,can opt for the Chevy TrailBlazer SS that boasts a beefy 6.0L 390 HpV8 generating a massive 400lb-ft of torque.

Nevertheless, the new 2009 Chevy TrailBlazer seems to meet sports vehicle enthusiasts' expectation of easy handling and a well-designed interior ensuring more space and comfy ride.

Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe comes loaded with additional safety and comfort features.Attractive look,increased towing capacity and an impressive interior are added advantage for this full-size luxury SUV from GM.

Under the hood,Chevy Tahoe gets a total facelift with three new V8 options paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The powertrain options are–a 4.8L 295Hp V8,a 5.3L 320Hp V8 and a 6.2L 395Hp V8 producing 305 lb-ft,340 lb-ft and 417 lb-ft of torque respectively.The huge 5500 pound Tahoe takes only 8.6 seconds to reach from 0 to 60mph.

If you want heavier towing and increased fuel-efficiency the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid is a good alternative.Thanks to its Active Fuel Management Technology Tahoe's two-mode hybrid powertrain can reduce fuel consumption up to 50%.It has two 60-kilowatt electric motors that allow the car cruising without gasoline power.

Besides all these you have the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban,the ultimate choice for full size luxury SUV with maximum towing and passenger capacity.From mechanical standpoint the car is now more efficient with a six-speed automatic transmission pairing the existing V8.Therefore,big car lovers have plenty of reasons to buy a new car this year.