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2023 Chevrolet Equinox
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2023 Chevrolet Equinox

The new Equinox has tidier dimensions, bringing it in line with the small-SUV segment dominated by the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. The Equinox packs the latest infotainment and safety technology, and two small-displacement turbocharged engines, plus a diesel choice that's promised to deliver an estimated 40 mpg on the highway. Power comes from a 170-hp 1.5-liter mated to a six-speed automatic; the uplevel engine is a 252-hp, 2.0-liter four mated to a nine-speed automatic. The MyLink infotainment system is offered in 7- and 8-inch forms, each with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. The interior has some cheap touches, however, the seats are quite comfortable. Updates for the 2020 model year saw the discontinuation of the diesel engine. The 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine option was dropped for 2021. The Equinox received a number of exterior styling updates for 2022. Other changes include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.

Market value
$19,975
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2023
Owner rating 4/5
Reliability 4/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Compact SUVs
Generation began
2018

Pricing

Current retail median
$19,975
Retail value range
$17,725 - $22,275
Original MSRP range
$26,600 - $33,400
Trade-in range
$16,145 - $21,240

Ratings

Road test score
77/100
Owner satisfaction
4/5
Would buy again
62%
Reliability
4/5
Expert recommendation
Recommended

Fuel economy

EPA city
25 MPG
EPA highway
30 MPG
EPA combined
27 MPG
Tested city
17 MPG
Tested highway
34 MPG
Tested overall
25 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,585
Cruising range
385 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.7 sec
0-60 mph
9.6 sec
60-0 mph braking
132 ft
Avoidance speed
53 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
183 in
Width
73 in
Height
65 in
Wheelbase
107 in
Weight
3,540 lb
Maximum load
995 lb
Towing capacity
3,500 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
4 in
Front leg room
42.5 in
Rear head room
2 in
Rear leg room
30 in
Cargo volume
32 cu ft

Owner feedback

Comfort
3/5
Driving
4/5
Styling
4/5
Value
2/5

Environmental impact

Greenhouse gas score
6/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Chevrolet

Chevrolet sells a wide range of sedans, coupes, compact SUVs, large SUVs, EVs, and pickup trucks. Most models have roomy interiors and come with standard safety and convenience technology. Several models, however, have poor visibility and lack steering agility. Many Chevrolets rank average or below average for reliability in CR’s rankings. The brand stands out for selling historically significant and category-defining vehicles. The Suburban and Tahoe can keep three rows of passengers comfortable within their enormous cabins. The Silverado pickup truck competes with the best-selling Ford F-150 and Ram 1500 by balancing interior comfort with towing and cargo capability. In the past and today, the Camaro and Corvette are performance car bargains. The rear/mid-engined “C8” Corvette can be as thrilling as much more expensive European supercars. With some exceptions, used Chevrolets can have reliability issues, but are often less expensive to maintain and repair than competitors.

Vehicle ID: 25503 First published: November 15, 2022 Updated: December 4, 2025

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