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Are you looking for a new SUV? We look at the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox’s powertrain, interior, and more in our review. Find our full thoughts here.
What’s New for the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox?
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is a mix of old and new in an incredibly packed SUV market. On the old side of things is the gas-powered version which gets two new colors for 2024 including Riptide Blue Metallic and Lakeshore Blue Metallic.
In addition, the available Driver Confidence II package includes lane-change alert, side blind zone alert, and rear cross traffic alert. On the new side of the coin is the Equinox EV which is coming later this year. Chevrolet hasn’t yet released trim details or pricing on the EV version yet.
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Carsforsale.com Score
7.25/10
Powertrain
Score
7.25/10
Interior
Score
7/10
Technology
Score
7.25/10
Value
Score
7.75/10
The Breakdown
Smooth ride
Comfortable interior
Standard Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
Not enough safety features
Cheap feeling/looking interior
No hybrid option
The Equinox EV can’t come out fast enough
2024 Equinox Specs
- 175 horsepower from base engine
- 203 lb-ft of torque from base engine
- 4 available trims
- 29.9 cu-ft of cargo capacity
- 63.9 cu-ft of cargo capacity with seats folded
- Standard Android/Apple connectivity
- NHTSA Five-Star Crash Test Rating
- Limited 3-year warranty
2024 Chevrolet Equinox Powertrain 7.25/10
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox comes with a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine regardless of how much one pays. It makes a whopping 175 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque. That humble figure ends up at either the front wheels only or to all four through a six-speed automatic gearbox. At its very best, the Equinox will tow up to 3,500 pounds which might surprise some buyers. Despite that, it’s not a very engaging driving partner.
The transmission is noticeably slow to swap cogs and the engine does little to help the large SUV keep pace with most of modern traffic. At the same time, it’s worth noting that the Equinox provides capable handling, good steering feedback, and linear pedal response. While this SUV isn’t exactly fun to drive, it does offer decent fuel economy.
The front-wheel drive model will get up to 26 mpg in the city and 31 on the highway according to the EPA. Going for the AWD version drops those figures to 24 and 30 respectively. No, that’s not as good as one might get from a hybrid drivetrain but it’s decent considering the Equinox’s 3,627-lb curb weight. Another big benefit of the Equinox is its comfortable ride. That weight helps it feel settled and smooth even on poor roads.
Notably, 2024 sees the introduction of the first-ever all-electric Equinox. The base powertrain offers 250 miles of range and 210 hp with front-wheel drive only. All-wheel drive models get 290 hp. Chevrolet also promises that some trim levels will get up to 300 miles of range but as it hasn’t released final details we can’t be sure just yet.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox Interior 7/10
The interior of the Equinox is perhaps the biggest fly in the ointment regarding this car. The dash feels very outdated when compared to other Chevrolet products like the cheaper Trax. It’s mostly featureless with a swoopy single-color design that dates back many years. The infotainment system sits symmetrically above the center console and looks quite small and old. There are some handy physical controls just beneath it but they too appear to be from the last generation of GM products.
Thankfully, the drab interior design is mostly made up for by excellent albeit less than gorgeous seats. The cushioning is very supportive without being too rigid and the armrests are wide and comfy too. That’s true too in the back seats and we like how the outboard seats have lateral bolstering on the back pad to keep occupants nestled in place. Rear-seat passengers don’t benefit from many other perks though. There are climate vents and a couple of charge points but little else to make it feel special.
Behind those second-row seats, you’ll find 29.9 cubic feet of cargo room. Fold the seats down and that expands to 63.9 cubic feet. It’s no Suburban but that’s solid capacity for a vehicle in this class.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox Technology Features 7.25/10
Technology seems to improve at an ever increasing rate and that’s made the infotainment system in the Equinox feel very dated. Base-level trims get a 7-inch unit with MyLink, a very handy user interface that makes the most of the small real estate.
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are also standard across the lineup. Those who prefer a larger screen can get it but even then it only expands by a single inch to 8-inches in total. Chevrolet also offers an on-board subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot for those that want it.
Beyond those features, the Equinox isn’t available with much in terms of top-end technology. Interestingly, the Equinox EV feels like a completely different vehicle as it gets a widescreen infotainment system and a digital gauge cluster. Of course, Chevrolet hasn’t released pricing or trim details on it yet so we can’t be sure what features it’ll have. Nevertheless, we expect it to be the best of the family when it comes to tech.
We do know what the gas-powered Equinox comes with regarding safety. It earned a five-star crash test rating with the NHTSA but that only tells a part of the story. It failed to earn any awards from the IIHS due to marginal and poor scores during testing. Its headlights also scored a poor rating.
Chevrolet also doesn’t offer a very competitive driver aid suite with the standard Equinox. It comes with forward collision mitigation, lane-keep assist, rear-seat reminder, and automatic high beams. Those features are standard on just about every car today. Those who want adaptive cruise control have to pay extra and some features like lane-centering assist aren’t available at all.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox Trims & Pricing
These specifications apply only to the gas-powered Equinox. Chevrolet hasn’t released any details about trim specific features on the Equinox EV as of this writing.
LS – $27,995
The base Equinox gets 17-inch wheels, LED headlights, heated mirrors, keyless entry, keyless ignition, a 7-inch infotainment system, six speakers, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and two USB power ports. Buyers can also add the Midnight or Sport package. Each gets 18-inch wheels, body-colored mirror caps, and black badges. The only difference is that the Midnight package only comes in black.
LT – $30,890
The LT gets a power-adjustable driver’s seat, chrome exterior trim, illuminated visor mirrors, rear privacy glass, and an enhanced driver information display. Many packages and features become available at the LT trim level for extra cash. They include adaptive cruise control, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and more.
RS – $32,345
This Equinox gets remote start, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power liftgate, heated front seats, parking sensors, black-painted 19-inch wheels, black upholstery with red stitching, roof rails, and a unique shift knob.
Premier – $33,195
The top trim gets leather upholstery, an 8-inch infotainment system, ambient interior , an upgraded backup camera, a wireless charging pad, a 120-volt power outlet, a heated steering wheel, driver’s seat memory settings, and blind-spot warning.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox Overall Value 7.75/10
The Equinox is in a very crowded market that contains heavy hitters like the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-50, and Kia Sportage. We believe all of those to offer a lot more value than the Equinox but there is a potential catch here. Chevrolet has promised, though not yet delivered, on the idea that the Equinox EV is going to start at $30,000. If that ends up being true we might have to reconsider where it falls in the field.
CarsForSale.com Overall Score 7.25/10
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It seems clear that Chevrolet is about to move on from this generation of the gas-powered Equinox and as a result it’s far from competitive in this segment. It needs more power, more tech features, and more standard features to keep up with the competition. Chevrolet would do well to improve its safety scores and features too. Even with great incentives included there are at least ten other SUVs that offer more value for money.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox FAQ
Is the Chevrolet Equinox 4-wheel drive?
The Chevrolet Equinox is front-wheel drive with available all-wheel drive which isn’t the same as four-wheel drive.
Does the Chevrolet Equinox have a 6-cylinder engine?
No, the Chevrolet Equinox has 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
How many seats are in a Chevrolet Equinox?
The Chevrolet Equinox seats five people at most.
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