Overview & Reviews

Part of a growing segment of plus-sized small crossover SUVs, the Chevrolet Equinox splits the difference between compact and midsize utility vehicles and offers roomy accommodations in a five-passenger layout. Like other vehicles in its class, the Equinox emphasizes style, amenities and day-to-day practicality over more traditional SUV attributes. In short, the Chevy Equinox is a fine choice for commuting to work or transporting pets, but it's not suited for towing, or anything more rugged than a gravel road.

Although the Equinox has always had a roomy interior and an easy-driving nature, the plain styling and low-quality interior materials in earlier models are none too impressive by today's standards. Later versions of this Chevrolet crossover have made big strides in quality and are available with more desirable features and engine choices.

User Reviews:

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  1100 mile review - 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
  By LRhino - June 14 - 7:30 am

  Love the styling but the the back end needs to look more bold. Lot of positive comments from friends. Had a Tahoe (nice) but wanted better MPG & utility. Bought Silver w/Black cloth int & pwr sunroof. Definitely, not a rocket, but gets up to speed in time & the average mpg is just under 23 as long as you have a good mix of highway & city. Lots of traff lights impacts quickly. No road trips yet to verify the 29 mpg. Had also looked at the Rav 4 and the CRV. Passed on the Rav cause the rear door swings out & did not like the base of rear armrest sticking up when folding the rear seats down. The CRV was nice, but liked the Equinox styling much more. I would recommend the leather seating

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  I would suggest it over a Ford Escape - 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
  By inetlady - June 11 - 4:23 am

  I was shopping around for a 4x4 or AWD. After coming back from vacation I decided to stop by a local dealership with little intention on buying, like I said just shopping. I looked at this vehicle and new I liked the looks inside and out. It is roomy, has plenty of features even if it is not the top of the line model, very little road noise, comfortable drive and we cant believe it is a 4 cyl. Oh yeah I got the moon roof... slides back or vents up - LOVE THIS!!!

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  My Equinox - 2006 Chevrolet Equinox
  By chevylvr - June 10 - 4:20 am

  This is a great car with good mileage. The cargo area is spacious and the children love the reclining seats.

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  Just Meh - 2017 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Nancy - June 8 - 5:41 am

  After owning a traverse, I find the equinox to be a disappointment. It struggles badly in eco mode. Its barely comfortable and mileage should be much better for a 4 cylinder vehicle. If you buy one of these, make sure you buy an extended warrantee .

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  A Bit Disappointing - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Joyce - June 4 - 6:16 pm

  The turning ratio on this vehicle is awful. The interior design to operate windows and exterior windows is awkward. The fuel mileage is terrible; we are so surprised that we got hoodwinked into buying this vehicle using a beautiful Cadillac as a tradein. What a ripoff; were contemplating unloading it prior to the smartbuy expiration.

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  Perfect - 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
  By William - June 4 - 2:06 am

  Bought this car used in 2013 with 14K and its been perfect ever since. Now just hitting 50K and have had absolutely zero issues with anything. Its comfortable driving to the store and its comfortable driving for hours on a road trip. GM seems to have a bad rep with reliability but I dont see why, this car is great.

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  good job chevy. could be better. - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By shamgotti - May 28 - 10:00 am

  bought this vehicle 10 june, and so far so good. like this vehicle more than the rav4 i test drove because of size and v6 power. toyota had it beat by far in terms of interior material quality. likes-v6 power, leather seats, exterior styling, stereo system dislikes-interior material quality (especially the dashboard) firm seats. overall i am happy with my purchase.

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  My Equinox is great. - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Edwardo - May 23 - 10:00 am

  For a small SUV, this is one great vehicle. Prior to owning the Equinox, I had a Tahoe. The Equinox is much more fun to drive and had more leg room in the rear. I would highly recommend this vehicle.

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  Love this car! - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Penney - May 23 - 10:00 am

  I love this car! It is a lot of fun to drive and is all the room I need. I like the flexability it offers with the second seat moving and the shelf in the rear compartment. I take that in and out as I need to. Love that feature. Gives me extra traveling space. I do not like the lack of space to store thgs from the drivers vantage. Wish it had more pockets. The flat passenger front seat is not anythg I wold use and wish instead there was a pocket there for storage. I miss having clothes hangers in the second seat. Having them in the rear compartment is not helpful to me. I still pinch myslf when I get into this car! It has been wonderful!

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  I probably will trade it in - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Peggy - May 21 - 8:56 pm

  My sharp LT has many upgrades and I was thrilled when I bought it. Unfortunately, I have had several problems with it; it probably would have been wise for Chevrolet to buy it back from me after the first or second problem to maintain brand loyalty. It has been back to the shop for electrical problems, a mystery problem with the catalytic converter and, most recently, it could not maintain power to get out of the parking lot at work (a 5% grade on dry pavement). It recovered spontaneously the next morning, but that did not help me get home! I have not yet taken it to the shop for an investigation of this latest problem, but it struck out as far as Im concerned. I cannot recommend it.