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The all-new 2025 Chevy Equinox is here, offering a perfect combination of style, performance, and practicality. Whether you're commuting around Lexington, cruising through Louisville, or exploring the scenic roads near Cynthiana, the 2025 Chevy Equinox delivers a smooth and reliable ride. At Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick of Paris, we’re proud to be your trusted Chevy dealership in Paris, offering the new 2025 Chevy Equinox for sale and ready to elevate your driving experience. Why Choose the 2025 Chevy Equinox? The 2025 Chevy Equinox offers an exciting update to this beloved compact SUV, making it even more ideal for families, commuters, and adventure-seekers. The latest model strikes the perfect balance between practicality, comfort, and performance, giving you a versatile driving experience that’s ideal for everyday life and weekend getaways. The new Equinox’s upgraded features and design make it a standout choice for drivers in Winchester, Louisville, Lexington, and beyond. Powerful Yet Efficient Performance The 2025 Chevy Equinox continues to offer impressive performance, thanks to its turbocharged 1.5L engine. This engine delivers 175 horsepower while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a reliable, powerful ride in Cynthiana or Louisville. Whether you opt for front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the Equinox offers seamless control and handling. The 2025 model also delivers a towing capacity of up to 1,500 pounds, perfect for hauling your gear to Winchester or heading out on a road trip. The Equinox's smooth handling is complemented by its refined suspension system, providing an enjoyable driving experience whether you're navigating city streets in Lexington or cruising through more rugged terrain near Paris. Growing Up You might not be able to tell just by looking at it, but the 2025 Equinox added a few inches here and there, resulting in a slightly larger exterior and roomy cabin. The overall width was extended by 2.3 inches while the Equinox also grew slightly in length, including receiving a longer wheelbase. Despite its minor size adjustments, the four-door Equinox still features two rows of seats this year and can comfortably accommodate up to five passengers. The airy cabin features two front bucket seats for plenty of support, while the second row features a 60/40 split, so it's easy to take advantage of cargo space when you need it. Behind the second row, enjoy cargo space of 29.8 cu.ft. or fold down the seats to take advantage of 63.5 cu.ft. This is perfect for luggage, gear, boxes, and more! A Redesigned, Spacious Interior One of the most notable upgrades in the 2025 Chevy Equinox is its larger, more spacious cabin. The SUV has grown slightly in width and length, giving you more room to stretch out. With seating for up to five passengers, it’s an ideal option for families in Cynthiana or groups heading out for a weekend adventure in Louisville. The second-row seats feature a 60/40 split, allowing you to fold down the seats for maximum cargo space – 29.8 cu.ft. behind the second row, or 63.5 cu.ft. when the seats are folded down. Whether you're packing for a weekend in Winchester or heading to a family event in Lexington, the 2025 Equinox offers versatile cargo space to accommodate your needs. Inside, the 2025 Equinox has been redesigned with a sleek, sophisticated feel, featuring upgraded color schemes, premium materials, and comfortable seating. The cabin is designed for maximum comfort with standard front heated seats and a heated steering wheel. In the more adventurous ACTIV trim, you’ll enjoy ventilated seats and rear heated seating for a more comfortable ride during the colder months. Cutting-Edge Technology at Your Fingertips The 2025 Chevy Equinox comes with upgraded technology that makes every drive more enjoyable and convenient. The new 11.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and 11-inch Driver Information Center are designed to keep you connected and informed no matter where you're driving – whether you're exploring the back roads near Lexington or heading to a job in Louisville. The system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for easy smartphone integration, and with Google Built-In, you can enjoy voice commands for hands-free operation. The Equinox also offers available wireless charging, so you can keep your devices powered up during your commute or road trip. And for those looking to enjoy the ultimate convenience, the Chevy Equinox features standard USB ports as well as the option to upgrade to wireless charging for a truly clutter-free driving experience. Three Unique Trims The 2025 Chevy Equinox is available in three unique trims, each offering its own set of features to suit your style and needs: LT – The entry-level trim has received a complete makeover for 2025, offering standard heated seats, enlarged touchscreens, and a redesigned front grille. It’s a well-equipped choice for drivers in Paris, Winchester, or Lexington. RS – For those who want a sportier vibe, the RS trim features unique badging, roof rails for added cargo capacity, and stylish interior stitching. Available with a two-tone black roof, the RS trim offers a bold look that will stand out in Louisville or Cynthiana. ACTIV – Designed for adventure, the ACTIV trim includes all-terrain tires, a tuned suspension for off-road capabilities, and unique interior materials like Evotex and suede microfiber. If you’re the type to take your Equinox on rugged trails near Lexington or through Cynthiana, this is the trim for you. Get the New 2025 Chevy Equinox, for Sale Near Lexington, Louisville The 2025 Chevy Equinox is now available at Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick of Paris, your go-to Chevy dealership serving Lexington, Louisville, Cynthiana, and Winchester. Our team is standing by to answer questions and assist you with finding the perfect vehicle for your needs. Stop by today to test drive the all-new Equinox and explore our wide selection of new Chevy SUV models for sale.

If you're looking for a three-row SUV that can comfortably accommodate a large family, the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban and 2022 Buick Enclave are two models worth your consideration. Both of these SUVs are well-rounded vehicles that offer a great blend of power, comfort, and feature content, but they're different in many ways. Check out this comprehensive comparison between Chevrolet Suburban and Buick Enclave to determine which one better suits your needs and lifestyle. View Chevrolet Suburban View Buick Enclave Prices and Trim Levels 2022 Chevrolet Suburban For the 2022 model year, the Chevrolet Suburban is available in six trim levels: the entry-level LS, LT, RST, the off-road-oriented Z71, Premier, and the range-topping High Country. The LS has a base manufacturer's suggested retail price of $53,200, while the High Country costs $73,800 or more. The 2022 Buick Enclave, on the other hand, comes in only three trims: the base Essence, Premium, and the top-of-the-line Avenir. Its starting prices range from $44,990 for the Essence to $55,100 for the Avenir. Exterior As a full-size SUV, the Chevrolet Suburban is a large vehicle that measures 225.7 inches long and 81.1 inches wide. In contrast, the midsize Buick Enclave is only 204.7 inches long and 78.8 inches wide. Both of them come standard with 18-inch wheels. The Suburban and Enclave are both handsome-looking vehicles, but they're distinctively different in terms of exterior design. The Suburban makes an imposing statement on the road with its boxy shape and truck-like style. Yet, it has certain features that add an elegant touch, such as the bowtie cross-bar across the grille and C-shaped headlights. With its flowing curves and tapered profile, the Enclave is sleeker than the Suburban. It also looks more athletic thanks to its sculptural lines and pronounced wheel arches. Powertrain If you decide to buy the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban, you have three engines to choose from: the standard 5.3-liter V-8 with 355 horsepower, a 6.2-liter V-8 with 420 horsepower, and a 3.0-liter Duramax Turbo Diesel with 277 horsepower.  All three engines, each mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, are powerful enough to move the large vehicle around with ease. . However, if you want to reach the maximum towing capacity of 8,300 pounds, you need to get a model with the 6.2-liter V-8. The standard drivetrain is rear-wheel drive, but you can get the available four-wheel drive. The 2022 Buick Enclave offers only one engine option: a 3.6-liter V-6 that generates 310 horsepower. This engine sends power to the front wheels or all wheels via a slick-shifting nine-speed automatic transmission. It provides plenty of muscle, allowing the SUV to tow up to 5,000 pounds. Fuel Economy The Chevy Suburban delivers an EPA-estimated 15/20 mpg (city/highway) with the base engine and 14/19 mpg with the larger V-8. The SUV's most efficient engine is the turbo-diesel, which returns an impressive 21/27 mpg. In comparison, the Buick Enclave has a fuel-economy rating of 18/26 mpg. Interior 2022 Buick Enclave If you regularly drive around with a large group of people, the Chevrolet Suburban may be a better option. It can seat up to eight people in its standard configuration or nine when fitted with a middle seat in the front row. The Buick Enclave, on the other hand, has a maximum seating capacity of seven. Both of these SUVs provide spacious seating in all three rows, but the Suburban has the upper hand in this department. Compared to the Enclave, it offers 3.3 inches more legroom in the front row, 3.7 inches more legroom in the second row, and 3.2 inches more legroom in the third row. When it comes to interior quality, the Chevy Suburban and Buick Enclave are equally impressive. They both feature an aesthetically pleasing and sturdy cabin that uses a generous amount of premium materials. They also do a remarkable job of filtering out road and wind noise. Cargo Capacity The Chevrolet Suburban has a larger cargo capacity than almost every other SUV on the market, making it an excellent choice for families who enjoy going on road trips. It offers 41.5 cubic feet of storage space with all seats upright and 93.8 cubic feet with the third-row seats down. Folding the second and third rows yields a whopping 144.7 cubic feet of space. The cargo capacity of the Buick Enclave may be smaller than that of the Suburban, but it's one of the largest in the midsize SUV segment. This Buick model has 23.6 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rearmost row, 57.7 cubic feet behind the middle row, and 97.4 cubic feet behind the front row. Infotainment Features Whether you opt for the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban or 2022 Buick Enclave, you'll have a wide array of infotainment features to keep you connected and entertained on the road. The two SUVs come standard with a touch-screen display, a six-speaker audio system, a Wi-Fi hot spot, USB ports, Bluetooth, satellite radio, HD radio, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. However, the Suburban offers a 10.2-inch display and eight USB ports, whereas the Enclave has an 8-inch display, six USB ports, and a wireless device charger. Safety Features If safety is one of your main considerations, you may be better off choosing the Buick Enclave. The midsize SUV is fitted with a wide selection of standard driver-assistance features, including a forward-collision alert, pedestrian monitoring, automatic high-beams, forward automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, lane-departure alert, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic warning, a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, rear-seat alert, a driver's seat with a safety alert, and teen-driver monitoring. The Suburban has the same list of features, except that it doesn't come with blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic warning, or a safety-alert seat. If you reside in or near Paris, Kentucky, and you want to know whether the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban or 2022 Buick Enclave is more suitable for you, the best thing to do is to view them in person at Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick of Paris. Our dealership has all the trim levels of these two amazing SUVs. Contact us today to schedule a test drive.

Did you know that we get just as excited as you do about new models? One of the most exciting aspects of our business is seeing what’s in the pipeline from automakers like Chevrolet and Buick. Sure, we love seeing new models and all the bells and whistles, but our passion is for sharing those models with our customers. That’s why we’ve put together a quick guide to everything you’ll find in the 2022 Chevrolet and Buick lineups, which means the search for new cars in stock near you is well underway! View New Vehicles 2022 Buick Enclave Modern, sophisticated, and intuitive are only a few ways to describe the 2022 Buick Enclave. Redesigned for 2022, the Enclave boasts a new front and rear fascia, several new wheel designs, a modern grille, and sleek headlights. It’s powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine that delivers 310 horsepower, which you won’t hear in the cabin thanks to Buick’s exclusive QuietTuning technology. Aside from an exceptionally quiet ride, you’ll also find the cabin offers the ultimate comfort with available heated, ventilated, and massaging front seats. You’ll have all the confidence you need when you get behind the wheel of the 2022 Enclave, thanks to Buick’s Drive Confidence Plus package, which is updated for 2022. Now featuring nine standard features, the suite includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, and Front Pedestrian Braking, which all enhance your braking or provide hard emergency braking to bring the Enclave to a stop. The suite also includes Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, a Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam automatic high beams that enhance your visibility. Several advanced tools are available and include a Rear Camera Mirror, Rear Pedestrian Alert, a color Head-Up Display, Front Park Assist, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. 2022 Buick Encore With its recent redesign, the Encore doesn’t see as many exterior upgrades as the Enclave but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few noticeable additions to the SUV for 2022. Buick gives the Enclave more capability and power than the previous model with a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine and 6-speed automatic transmission. This combination delivers 12 percent more power to the tune of 155 horsepower and includes stop-start technology to maximize efficiency, which you’ll find in the Encore’s EPA-estimated average of 24 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway. 2022 Buick Encore GX The Encore GX is a separate model with its own trims despite sharing the Encore name. The GX offers many of the same features that you’ll find throughout the Buick lineup but adds even more elegance and sophistication. You’ll find this is especially true on the 2022 model that includes several new exterior colors, including Cinnabar Metallic, Sunset Glow Metallic, Rosewood Metallic, and Sapphire Metallic. So, how else is the Encore GX different from the Encore? The GX is powered by a 1.3-liter turbocharged engine that delivers 155 horsepower and has an EPA-estimated average of 29 MPG in the city and 32 MPG on the highway. The engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission when you opt for FWD or a 9-speed automatic transmission with AWD. Aside from this, you’ll also find the GX offers a larger cabin with 50.2 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the Encore that offers 48.4 cubic feet. 2022 Buick Envision The 2022 Buick Envision is the largest SUV in the Buick lineup and boasts 52.7 cubic feet of cargo space. As a larger SUV, the Envision demands more power, and it delivers with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and 9-speed automatic transmission that produce 228 horsepower. This power isn’t mutually exclusive with efficiency, with the Envision averaging 24 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway. For 2022, Buick made a few updates to the Envision, starting with a Sapphire Metallic exterior paint color. The Sport Touring package also sees several new additions. These include alloy sport pedals and an exclusive ST logo embroidered on the floor mats and the headrests in the front seat. When you opt for the Envision Essence trim with the Sport Touring package, you’ll also find red seat stitching that gives the SUV a more athletic design. 2022 Chevy Equinox Redesign is the theme for 2022, and Chevy jumps on board with the refreshed Equinox that features new front and rear fascias, an updated grille, LED headlamps, and driving lights. Chevy upgrades the interior trim on the LS and LT models in addition to introducing the all-new RS model that sits on 19-inch Dark Android wheels and is distinguished by a black exterior and interior, the latter of which is accented with red stitching. The Premier model also sees a trim-specific interior with French stitching, and the entire lineup comes with several new exterior colors (Blue Glow Metallic, Seaglass Blue Metallic, Cherry Red Tintcoat, and Iron Gray Metallic) as well as a variety of technology features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration and driver-assist tools like Front and Rear Park Assist. 2022 Chevy Blazer The Blazer’s return to the Chevy fleet is a huge success, and Chevy celebrates that with several updates for 2022. You can now add a two-tone roof to the LT and RS trims or enjoy an all-new look with the Premier trim that features exclusive wheels and dark-colored front and rear lower fascias. The Blazer, which is now available in colors like Blue Glow Metallic and Nitro Yellow Metallic, also offers an enhanced convenience package that gives you more tools and connectivity features at your fingertips. If you’re interested in towing a trailer, be sure to check out the towing package that’s available when the Blazer is outfitted with a 2.0-liter turbo engine. 2022 Chevy Trailblazer You’ll find the 2022 Trailblazer equipped with either the 1.2-liter turbocharged engine (137 horsepower) or the more powerful 1.3-liter turbo engine (155 horsepower) with a continuously variable or 9-speed automatic transmission. While these powertrains aren’t new for 2022, the trailering package is, and you’ll certainly want to add it if you’re looking to tow with the capable SUV. Other updates for 2022 include an available roof rack with cross rails, a heated steering wheel, and several new exterior paint colors, including Mahogany Red Metallic, Vivid Orange Metallic, Crimson Metallic, and Blue Glow Metallic. 2022 Chevy Trax The Trax gets an increase in power for 2022 with Chevy upgrading the previous powertrain to a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission. This combination delivers 155 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. Aside from this upgrade, you’ll find everything you love from Chevy inside the Trax, from intuitive technology like remote start and keyless open to the Chevy infotainment system, an available Wi-Fi hotspot, and Chevy’s Driver Confidence Package of driver-assist and safety tools. 2022 Chevy Traverse The Traverse wraps up Chevy’s fleet of SUVs for 2022 and continues to impress with a significant redesign that makes the SUV sleeker and more sophisticated than ever. The Traverse has a more modern design thanks to a completely redesigned front-end that boasts a new grille and a new LED headlamp configuration. The rear also sees the addition of new LED taillamps as well as updated roof rails that give the Traverse a more streamlined silhouette. You’ll find the upgrades continue with all-new power-folding heated exterior mirrors that optimize your visibility in any condition. Chevy also gives you plenty of customization options with special trims like the Redline Edition, Midnight Edition, and Sport Edition, or you can opt for one of the Traverse’s new exterior paint colors––Northsky Blue Metallic, Cherry Red Tintcoat, and Silver Sage Metallic. Beyond that, you’ll find the Traverse is fully loaded with technology that ranges from wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to advanced driver-assist tools like Adaptive Cruise Control. What’s Your Favorite? What’s your favorite model in the Buick and Chevy lineup for 2022? One of the most exciting times in the industry is when automakers unveil their latest models that boast the newest technology, comfort, and convenience features. We enjoy seeing all the new gadgets and features, but what’s even better is knowing that our customers will enjoy these features firsthand. It’s the innovation and reputation of brands like Chevy and Buick, along with our exceptional customer service that keeps our customers coming back.

Paris, Kentucky, is an old town. The post office – originally named Bourbonton – was the first in the young state’s history when it opened in 1794. In the 200 years since, this small town has been central to Kentucky culture and is the seat of Bourbon County, famous around the world for its historical ties to bourbon and equine culture. A living history steeped in tradition and made vibrant through enthusiastic engagement with our past is what makes this small town special, and we’ve been proud to operate here for over 64 years, representing a brand that shares those values. We think that’s key to how we’ve won 5 consecutive Consumer Satisfaction and Dealer of the Year awards from Dealer Rater as the best Chevy Dealer in the Lexington, KY, area! In the Lexington region, we love the way that modern developments acknowledge and appreciate their heritage. The decades-long restoration and renovation efforts in downtown Paris are a great example of exactly that. So, to honor that tradition, we’d like to take some time to reflect on our heritage and how Chevy pays homage to that today. To do that, we’ll look back on a nameplate that we’ve sold every year since opening in 1956 and see what has, and has not, changed in all those years for the Chevy Suburban. The Fourth-Gen Suburban The Chevy Suburban was America’s first sport utility vehicle and was already in the 4th generation of design and production by 1956. Gone were the fender flares ubiquitous to the ’30s and '40s – instead, the wider interior allowed increased personal space for the passengers. A distinctive wrap-around windshield improved visibility by pulling the A-pillars away from the driver’s focal point, and a flattened hood heralded a styling cue that persists to this day. The body style of the ’56 Suburban is described as a “2-door carryall”. It’s hard to imagine in today's market, but in the ’50s, SUVs and trucks alike only featured driver and front passenger doors. So everyone would have to pile in through the front – or through the rear panel door/tailgate in the case of Suburban. A “carryall” was a design akin to a panel truck that had been fitted to accommodate passengers by equipping rear windows and foldable seats – not limited to exclusively transporting cargo or passengers; such designs could “carry all,” hence the name. In fact, the 1st gen model went by the name “Carryall Suburban”! On the inside, the 1956 Suburban is predictably low on features but full on style. The dashboard is smooth, glossy, and rounded in classic 50’s fashion and adorned only by simple radio and climate control devices. You’ll find no leather seating or center console, and some drivers might be surprised by the presence of a third pedal by their left foot. Most, but not all, ’56 Suburbans naturally came with a manual transmission, a feature that was in production until the ’90s. A V-shaped speedometer dominates the space behind the steering wheel, reflecting the passenger car design of the day and the family-oriented nature of the Suburban, and perhaps serving as a subtle reminder of the V8 engine under the hood. The ’56 Suburban represented a departure from previous generations, which featured inline 6-cylinder engines; the 4th gen was the first to feature a V8. The first generation of Chevy’s small block 4.3L V8 was made for the Corvette and was good for 145 hp for the heavy, unwieldy Suburban with rear-wheel drive. The update produced 20 hp more than the outgoing I-6, representing a huge improvement for the time, but it’s hard to imagine a full-size SUV with such a low-powered engine today! Lastly, the ’56 Suburban was rear-wheel drive only, but factory-installed all-wheel drive was on the horizon (1957), and drivers who desired it could retrofit a NAPCO AWD kit in an afternoon for $995. The Twelfth-Gen Suburban The 64 years that have passed since then have seen seven more iterations of Suburban design come and go; the all-new 2021 Chevy Suburban represents the beginning of the 12th generation of production. It’s one of the biggest Chevy news stories of the year, literally, with a maximum cargo capacity well over 140 cu.ft. (nearly 20% more than the 2020 Suburban) thanks to a new independent multilink rear suspension and an efficiently re-configured interior design. The wrap-around windshield is gone – it was only around until 1966 – and the current hood design strikes a balance between the truly flat designs of the ’60s and ’70s and the sloped designs of the ’00s and '10s. The grille is elevated, and significant ground clearance signals that the huge SUV is ready for off-roading excursions, making it much more than a humble carryall. Keen-eyed observers will note the presence of 4 doors (a third, and eventually fourth, door evolved into the design during the Nixon era), making back seat access substantially easier. In fact, a lot of design updates that occurred over the years make the back half of a Suburban a substantially nicer place to be than in years past. Improved use of space has increased leg and headroom for the 2nd and 3rd rows, for one. For another, the available pair of 12.6” rear entertainment system screens make the back a veritable movie theater, capable of operating together or independently and with controls to communicate to the front row. Up front, the modern Suburban is unrecognizable from its distant predecessors. Today’s dashboards aren’t glossy plastic or steel but instead are covered in soft-touch matte vinyl with leather, chrome, and wood accents. Smooth, round designs gave way to sweeping angular ones, and the center stack is dominated by controls that '50s-era engineers could only dream of. Multi-zone climate control with automatic adjustment functions. Media control buttons and a 10” touch screen for radio, MP3, Bluetooth, Apple/Android smartphones, and more. Buttons that, when pressed, heat or even cool the front seats. You even have buttons that put the car in gear (yes, buttons) instead of a shift lever. The driver finds music, phone, and cruise controls on the steering wheel. Behind the wheel, a round speedometer and tachometer gauges frame a large information display telling the driver details like range, efficiency, and more. On their left hand, controls for the universally optional four-wheel drive system and integrated trailer brake controller allow the driver to optimize vehicle behavior for any conditions. The 2021 Suburban still comes with a V8 engine after all these years, but the new one is a larger 5.3L that generates 355 hp, more than twice as much as in ’56. Buyers aren’t limited to only one option, though. Advanced manufacturing techniques have made it feasible to offer multiple powertrain options for popular vehicles, and the 2021 Suburban offers three. An even larger V8, displacing 6.2L, puts out a best-in-class 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque for a more athletic, responsive ride. Either block can tow at least 7,900 lbs, ample capacity for large camping trailers. Lastly, an all-new 3.0L Duramax turbodiesel option delivers unprecedented fuel efficiency and ample low-end torque to a segment that’s been longing for a diesel engine option for years. A Revitalized Suburban for a Revitalized America We’ve been selling and servicing Chevy vehicles near Lexington, KY, for a long time. We’ve watched our small home town of Paris come to life as people have vigorously restored old sites to their former glory with a modern twist, using the past as inspiration for the present and using the present to pay homage to the past. The 2021 Chevy Suburban, which is all-new for the 12th time in its unparalleled 85-year production run, does the same. A name and styling cues that can trace their roots to the ’50s. Modern features and interior design that impart the same sense of advancement and luxury that the first “carryall” trucks did in their day. Ongoing innovation, like a more spacious interior, a more comfortable suspension, and a more efficient engine, makes every new Suburban better than the last. The Chevy Suburban, just like the region surrounding Lexington, not only has a long, long history – it has a blindingly bright future, too. If you want to experience the history of the Suburban yourself, visit us to test out the latest Chevy Suburban model.

Whenever you start thinking about visiting the dealership to buy a new car, the first question on your mind should be, “is this a good car?” You are ultimately spending a lot of money on something that needs to be reliable, durable and start every time you turn the key. No one has time for mechanical failure, which means investing in a car, truck, or SUV that only requires regular maintenance and attention. That is reasonable. Right? So as you wander over to check out the specials at your local Chevy dealer, you might find yourself wondering, “are Chevrolets good cars?” In short: yes, Chevrolet's are good cars. But there is so much more to this question that we at Dan Cummins Chevy Buick Paris are going to explain to you today. Let's get into it! Chevrolets: The Experts Weigh In The term “good” is subjective, and when it is applied to a vehicle manufacturer that makes so many different vehicles, it gets a little murky. Is the Corvette a good option for towing heavy loads? No. Is the Tahoe a good choice for the track? No. Chevrolet has created a devoted following by creating the vehicles drivers need for various specific tasks. If you have a need for speed, you choose the Corvette, but if you need to haul heavy loads for work every day, you want the Silverado. There is no universal definition of “good.” However, there is an abundance of other terms that can relate to cars, trucks, and SUVs to help drivers narrow down whether a particular vehicle is a “good fit” for their needs. For example, someone who has a long commute wants to know if this vehicle is “good” on gas mileage. A family who takes frequent road trips will need to know if an SUV has “good” safety and entertainment features. An accomplished equestrian will need to know if a truck is “good” at trailering. Chevy has built their success on knowing what type of “good” their different customers require with a full line-up from subcompacts to nine-passenger SUVs and full-size heavy-duty pickups. As a result, many of their vehicles have earned high accolades from the experts. The Corvette has earned the 2020 North American Car of the Year Award, 2020 Motortrend Car of the Year Award, 2020 Motorweek Drivers’ Choice Best of the Year, and Top Rated Sports Car rankings from Edmunds and Kelley Blue Book. The Silverado has been regularly ranked by Kelley Blue Book as a top resale pick, as well as earning the 2020 5-Year Cost to Own award from kbb.com, which rates overall value and depreciation over a five year period. Chevy’s midsize pickup, the Colorado, has earned awards in its segment for both on-road performance (2020 KBB Best Buy Award) and off-road excellence (Editors’ Choice Best Off-Roader, for the ZR2 Package). The Tahoe has been regularly rated as one of the best choices amongst full-size SUVs and Family Vehicles by KBB and ranked on Edmunds “Buyer’s Most Wanted” list in 2018 and 2019. In recent JD Powers rankings, four Chevrolet models were included in the tops of their segments for Initial Quality ratings, including the Equinox for Compact SUV, Malibu for Midsize Car, Silverado HD for Large Heavy Duty Pickup, and Tahoe for Large SUV. These ratings are based on the number of problems reported during the first 90 days of ownership, per 100 vehicles. The industry average is 93 reported problems per 100, while Chevy ranked overall at 85, meaning drivers of Chevy vehicles reported far fewer problems than the average American driver. The 2020 Malibu: A Case Study Ratings, rankings, and awards are all great, but how do they translate into whether or not a vehicle is actually “good?” To demonstrate where these figures come from, let’s take a closer look at the 2020 Chevy Malibu, one of the few “cars” still produced by the manufacturer. The Malibu has historically received recognition from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for its overall safety scores. Most recently, the Malibu has received a 79 out of 100 for JD Power’s annual consumer ratings. According to the website, this score is “based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.” These unbiased opinions also state that the Malibu deserves “Great” rankings in the categories of “Quality and Reliability,” “Driving Experience,” “Resale,” and “Dealership Experience”- all of the areas in which a driver’s overall opinion of a vehicle may be dimmed or tainted by a negative experience. Overall, the Malibu is #7 on the list of 2020 Consumer Rated Sedans with JD Powers and #5 amongst the Best Midsize Cars of 2020 at KBB.com. It seems that the expert opinions and those of the actual day-to-day drivers align to rank Chevrolets as not just “good” cars, but a great long term investment. The Secret to Success But what is it about Chevy vehicles that makes them so wildly popular and highly ranked? What’s the secret ingredient in the sauce that helps keep a manufacturer at the top of their game for over 100 years? Let’s continue to explore the Malibu as a prime example of Chevy’s not-so-secret formula. On the outside, it is essentially a car. It is not sleek and sporty like a Camaro or Corvette. It is not butch and aggressive like the Silverado HD. However, it is both an attractive and capable five-passenger sedan. But under this shiny patina is a very capable, very economical, entirely reliable vehicle with hardly any complaints. Under the hood, drivers have a standard 1.5L turbocharged inline-4 engine, which does exactly what it needs to do- power a small vehicle great distances with reasonable fuel economy and pep. It offers an admirable 160 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, which will neither get drivers around a racecourse in record time, nor haul a 12,000-pound trailer, but that’s not the Malibu’s purpose. It consumes a very rational 29 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway of fuel, making it a fantastic commuter, which is its purpose Plus, the Premier trim features an even peppier engine - a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 - that offers 250 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, for those who want a bit more power. Therefore, Malibu drivers can get whatever level of power and efficiency they want. This is a perfect example of how versatile Chevys are, which makes them good vehicles. With all of that in mind, it is essential to remember that this is one of many Chevrolet vehicles. This is the perfect commuter sedan. But there are Chevy vehicles to suit every driver's need. The thing that makes Chevys good cars is that there are many options; there is something for everyone. Are Chevrolets Good Cars? In all, when you ask drivers if Chevys are “good” cars, you might want to step back and refine what you are asking. Nearly every Chevy driver will be able to confidently say that their car, truck, or SUV is absolutely perfect for what they needed. But if you are asking about quality, dependability, or resale value? Based on the volume of annual awards won across the line-up, the experts seem to feel Chevy is doing better than just fine.