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2026 Chevrolet Equinox
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2026 Chevrolet Equinox

Redesigned for 2025, the Chevrolet Equinox is similar in size and mechanical details to the SUV it supplants. It is again powered by a 175-hp, 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but this time it is paired with either a CVT (FWD) or 8-speed automatic transmission (AWD). The Equinox is offered in three trims: LT, RS, and ACTIV, each with their own styling touches. The RS is positioned as the sporty-looking choice, and the ACTIV is dressed for adventure. All share an interior that houses twin 11-inch screens and boasts standard niceties like heated seats and steering wheel. We managed 25 mpg overall for the AWD model we tested, which lags behind class leaders. The ride is mostly comfortable, handling is responsive but not sporty, and stopping distances are competitively short. The front seats are reasonably comfortable and the rear seat is spacious. The LT AWD we tested comes well-equipped with heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and remote start.The Equinox features standard Chevy Safety Assist, a bundle of active safety and driver assistance features.

Market value
$30,600
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 1/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 8-speed
Category
Compact SUVs
Generation began
2025

Pricing

Current retail median
$30,600
Retail value range
$26,900 - $32,025
Original MSRP range
$28,800 - $35,600
Trade-in range
$25,475 - $30,855

Ratings

Road test score
79/100
Reliability
1/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
24 MPG
EPA highway
29 MPG
EPA combined
26 MPG
Tested city
16 MPG
Tested highway
36 MPG
Tested overall
25 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,585
Cruising range
385 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.4 sec
0-60 mph
9.1 sec
60-0 mph braking
128 ft
Avoidance speed
53.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
183 in
Width
75 in
Height
65 in
Wheelbase
108 in
Weight
3,610 lb
Maximum load
1,205 lb
Towing capacity
1,500 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
5 in
Front leg room
42.5 in
Rear head room
4.5 in
Rear leg room
31 in
Cargo volume
35 cu ft
Luggage
4+0+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
6/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
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: 37543 Updated: December 4, 2025

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