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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  Not Sure Yet - 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Not Sure - January 7 - 9:33 pm

  Looked for a long time before settling on the Nox. Thought I wanted a car after driving a 2 WD pickup for 10 years. Took the Nox for a spin on a whim one day and was surprised by the ride and how quiet it was. Found this one at a rental outlet with 20K on it and Ive put on 2K. So far its been reliable and very comfortable on my 25 mile commute. There have been a couple of snowy, icy days here in CO that I have been very glad to have the AWD, it handles great in the snow. Not happy with the mileage, averaging 20 or so in mixed highway/city.

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  Good Value - 2014 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Richard - January 7 - 10:32 am

  I have owned minivans, big suvs, and cars. The Equinox is "medium sized." MPG in normal driving is 24, highway 28. Ride is comfortable even for trips. Decent room for 5. Rear cargo area is adequate. Only complaint is a leaking rear shock which was replaced under warranty. After hearing about some internal engine oil passage ways being a little undersized subject to restricting oil flow causing early timing chain failure I started changing oil at 5000-6000 miles . Oil monitor reaches 20%. I always use synthetic oil. Prefer Mobil extended, Pennzoil, etc. Cleaned throttle body and new spark plugs at 50,000 miles. Still runs like new.

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  1st and last Chevy Ill ever own - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Shadefly - January 5 - 6:36 pm

  This car has been a great dissapointment since we bought it. It had a window leak it took the dealer 4 times to fix, gas mileage is 25% lower than sticker (only to find out there was a brake cylinder stuck when we replace the brakes at 60k, dealer never discovered it or attempted to fix poor gas mileage), the alarm dings for no apparent reason and wont shut off, even with car running or key out (again dealers in Tx and TN could/would not fix), satellite radio goes to static in and around cities, even with clear view of sky. Just to name a few of the problems weve had with no resolution from the dealers or Chevy. What a piece of junk. Should have bought the Escape.

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  On the money - 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
  By DAN - January 4 - 4:07 pm

  This was the last of the new cars I looked at in the price range I could afford and still be sporty looking. Very impressed with power. Reminded me of the surge in power of the muscle cars from the 60s. I got the awd sport w/6spd trans. Im reliving my youth.

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  08 FWD Equinox LXT - 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
  By sbarno - January 4 - 12:26 pm

  Only 1000 miles so far, Satisfied to date. After I bought it, I see more Nox on the road than Ive saw before. A little thorn is with a vehicle of this size you would think that it would have better mpg as I do 60% hwy. Disappointed with the decrease in the driving range when the car idles. I hope this improves as it gets broken in. Maybe Ill have to shut the engine off at stop lights, kind of what they do in Europe.

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  Just Bought - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By Sheryle - January 2 - 5:56 pm

  Having survived a 45 mph crash that took off the front end of my 2002 Tracker, I can say that the Equinox feels very superior on the road. I agree that there are a lot of blind spots. Spot mirrors on the outside mirrors as well as putting the passenger rear seat down will help. Not smoker friendly! Ashtrays optional. Although I need to quit, I would like the option of an ashtray to store change if I do :-)

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  Well worth the money! - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By chigh0394 - December 31 - 11:10 pm

  Excellent buy for the money. Very well rounded. Has all the advantages of both the large and the small SUV classes. Has only one safety glich, and that is the rear headrests get in the way of the view to the back corners of the vehicle, but is compensated for by larger than expected driver and passenger mirrors. All in all a great buy.

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  Fun for Trip - 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
  By KMarrero - December 29 - 11:13 am

  We first saw the car at the LA Auto Show. Both my husband and I loved it! We both automatically agreed on the Lazer Blue Metallic as this is a very unusual color. We drove it over Easter weekend up to Northern California and were very impressed with its long distance fuel economy and its very smooth ride. We get a lot of stares because of the color, but we dont mind. We enjoy the car and our son thinks this SUV "Rocks".

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  Fun to drive - 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
  By johnpak - December 28 - 10:53 am

  I drove from Philadephia to Harrisburg on the PA turnpike with little traffic early Saturday morning. I stayed at gear M6 most of the way with cruise on at 70 mph (must be alert and careful all the time on cruise). When passing other slower vehicles just press - to shift to M5 and got up to 80 easily. The ride was smooth and fun.

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  08 Equinox LS 4dr - 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
  By haley1000 - December 24 - 7:20 pm

  This is my first SUV. Coming from a Mustang GT boss to this is a like a different world It is very easy to drive and doesnt even feel like your driving a small SUV. Overall it is a decent ride for the price.