Review and specifications
2025 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
- $27,300
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
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
- $27,300
- Retail value range
- $24,825 - $29,525
- Original MSRP range
- $28,600 - $35,000
- Trade-in range
- $23,805 - $28,840
Ratings
- Road test score
- 78/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 54%
- 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
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 3/5
- Driving
- 3/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 2/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Chevrolet
<p>Once a purveyor of all things automotive, Chevrolet has shifted its focus toward SUVs and pickup trucks, with the supercar-like Corvette being a notable exception. It has been pioneering with electric vehicles, and it continues to introduce new EVs. Most models have roomy interiors, easy-to-use controls, and good array of standard safety and convenience technology. Several models, however, have poor visibility and lack steering agility. Many Chevrolets rate average or below average for reliability in CR’s rankings, resulting in few carrying our recommendation. 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. With some exceptions, used Chevrolets can have reliability issues, but are often less expensive to maintain and repair than competitors.</p>
Vehicle ID: 30283 First published: January 29, 2024 Updated: June 4, 2026
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