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Chevrolet Equinox EV 2024–2026 (1st gen)
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- Price
- $35,000–$44,000
- Range
- 319 mi
- Strength: Excellent safety
- Strength: Excellent running costs
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
A safety-topping, cheap-to-run EV with an impressive 319-mile range, though modest 210 hp and steep EV depreciation temper its appeal.
Recalled about as often as cars of the same model years (over-the-air software recalls count half); none of its 7 recalls were serious. About 3% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted -2 points for its wider reputation.
5-star overall NHTSA crash rating (frontal 5, side 5, rollover 5).
About $700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 95% of cars we track.
26.4 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 57% of other SUVs we track.
Roomy 5-seat compact SUV with 26.4 cu ft cargo (57.2 folded), competitive for the class. EV skateboard platform provides good interior room for passengers.
210 hp is modest for an EV SUV, prioritizing efficiency and range over acceleration. AWD available but not a performance-oriented setup. Adequate but unremarkable driving character for the segment.
Modern GM Ultium EV platform with large touchscreen, Google built-in, and available Super Cruise on some trims. Strong 319-mi range shows competent tech, above segment norm.
EV smoothness and quiet cabin aid comfort; spacious modern interior. No standout luxury features, but ride quality is generally regarded as pleasant and refined for a mainstream SUV.
EVs have typically lost value the fastest.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls10 recalls
10 recalls · 5 common complaint areas across 2024–2026
- Visibility/wiper — 73 complaints (2025)
- Recall — Tires: tread/belt (2026)
- Visibility/wiper — 53 complaints (2024)
2026
- RecallTires: tread/belt25V704000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment.
- RecallBack over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert25V878000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehi
- RecallEquipment: other: owners/service/other manual26V114000
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coup
- Complaint clusterForward collision avoidance6 complaintscomplaints:FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Three times over the past month, this car has slammed the automatic emergency brakes, thinking there was an obstacle in the road. Each time, it has caused whiplash to everyone in the car, feeling like we were slammed by another car. It is related to the collision avoidance and is triggered by eith
2025
- RecallLatches/locks/linkages: doors: LATCH24V737000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. The door strikers were not properly heat-treated, which can cause them to break.
- RecallElectrical: body control module/bcm; forward collision avoidance: warnings: external/pedestrian alert24V925000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may have incorrect software and not produce sound at a sufficient volume. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)
- RecallForward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control: software; service brakes, hydraulic25V012000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV all-wheel drive electric vehicles. The adaptive cruise control may fail to engage the brakes as expected, due to incorrect brake module software.
- RecallTires: tread/belt25V704000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment.
- RecallBack over prevention: warnings: external/pedestrian alert25V878000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehi
- RecallEquipment: other: owners/service/other manual26V114000
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coup
- Complaint clusterVisibility/wiper73 complaintscomplaints:VISIBILITY/WIPER
While driving the vehicle there is a glare on the windshield that prevents the ability to see through the windshield. It is almost total obstruction from safely viewing out of the windshield. Totally blinding the driver.
- Complaint clusterForward collision avoidance21 complaintscomplaints:FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
I was going about 65 and the car suddenly brakes for no reason and dropped to about 50. Thought I was going to be rear ended
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other21 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The vehicle will hard brake on its own while going down the freeway, no blockage of the camera or vehicle in front when it happen
- Complaint clusterBrakes15 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
On September 2, 2026, at approximately 3:19 PM, my 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV unexpectedly applied hard automatic braking while I was proceeding through a green intersection. A white SUV ahead of me was moving to the left and clearing my travel path. There was no vehicle, pedestrian, bicycle, or othe
- Complaint clusterElectrical14 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle slammed on brakes on highway with no obstruction in front. Emergency system reacts to shadows
2024
- RecallForward collision avoidance: warnings: external/pedestrian alert25V639000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor
- Complaint clusterVisibility/wiper53 complaintscomplaints:VISIBILITY/WIPER
The dash allows for significant amount of glare that reflects in bright sunlight and impare visibility through the windshield.
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other13 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Automatic emergency breaking engaged while driving through an intersection when there was no danger or incoming car or need for it. If the car behind us was not paying attention they could have rear ended us.
- Complaint clusterForward collision avoidance9 complaintscomplaints:FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
My cars automatic braking system stops when there is no present need. It brakes with extreme force. It has happened multiple times to both myself and my husband while driving. The car stops and instantly I think I must have hit something that stopped the car. There isn't anything closer than 10 - 20
- Complaint clusterBrakes8 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
Driving at 50 mph car applies brakes for no reason
- Complaint clusterElectrical7 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The vehicle seemingly at random, will engage automatic emergency braking. These events are hard braking events, locking up wheels and engaging ABS for brief moments at 75mph. There is no sensitivity adjustment, forcing the safety features off to ensure I am not rear ended. In my first month of
Cost to own$28,800 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$35,000–$44,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$700/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
117
Highway MPG
100
Combined MPG
109
Electric range
319 mi
Horsepower
210 hp
Doors
4
Length
190.6 in
Width
75.2 in
Height
63.4 in
Wheelbase
115.7 in
Curb weight
4,802 lb
Cargo volume
26.4 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
57.2 cu ft
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