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GM Is Finally Killing the CVT in the Equinox and Terrain

Important Changes for Strong SellersThe Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain might not pull in the same sales numbers as the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, but these remain vital models in the General Motors portfolio. As such, it’s important that the two models remain fresh in ever-stiffening competition and one of the world’s toughest segments.While we’re just a few months into 2026, there are apparently some changes being prepared for the 2027 model-year versions of the GM compact crossovers. For the most part, it’s relatively minor, but a post from GM Inside News caught our attention.

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So Long, CVTThe one major mechanical update for the 2027 Equinox and Terrain is a new transmission for the two-wheel drive models. Currently, these use a CVT, but according to the post, that will soon be gone.Replacing it is an eight-speed automatic transmission, putting it in line with the all-wheel-drive models. It seems that G …


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Author: Anton Andres

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