The Suzuki Equator first made its debut in 2009, and is also known as the Nissan Frontier, and Navara in Europe, and had an initial price tag of $17,220. According to Suzuki, the current price for this sleek yet rugged machine stands at $22,949. However, this price does not include arbitrary things like tax, destination or title charges. This price may also vary from one dealer to the next, and is not inclusive of insurance, so make sure that you keep this in mind when coming up with your budget.
Off-Road Focus
The Suzuki Equator is targeted to individuals who want something that will withstand off-road conditions. Here are a few outstanding things about the Suzuki Equator that make it perfect for off road drivers:
1. It has up to 6500 pounds in towing capability.
2. It features innovative cargo bed solutions, which include adjustable tracks and cargo tie-downs.
3. It also comes with a spray in bed-liner, which ensures that your vehicle takes any abuse that’s thrown at it, whichever condition you drive it in.
A Unique Improvement
What stands out with the design and build of the Suzuki Equator include:
Beefier grille
Rounder headlights
Redesigned sheet metal
A Suzuki insignia on the tailgate.
The car comes with a 4.0 liter v 6 engine, and an impressive powertrain warranty, which lasts for seven years, or 100,000 miles. The interior is practical and easy to clean. The four wheel drive has both hill hold and hill descent, which is useful for those days when you want to haul a few heavy loads from one destination to another.
Practical Interiors
If you’re impressed by gadgets and technological advances, you have the option of ordering one that comes with a Garmin portable nav system, which is valued at $600. The interior and seats offer practical luxury, with the RMZ 4-trim and red stitching.
Other Features
The Suzuki Equator has a seating capacity of 5 passengers, an average mileage of 21 MPG and 152 HP. It is important to remember that this model doesn’t compromise on safety, as it comes with side and front airbags, and curtain airbags which are useful in the event of a rollover or side impact for rear passengers. The Crew Cab model has a child seat anchor, which gives extra protection for the youngest passengers. The Bluetooth steering control allows the driver to steer with full concentration on the road, without having to worry about cell phones and other devices that can be controlled by this nifty little addition to the steering wheel.
If you are looking for a compact, hardy, affordable and versatile vehicle, then the Suzuki Equator is for you.
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