2024 Chevrolet Equinox

The 2024 Chevy Equinox is a good SUV, but it’s up against a lot of great competition. The current model is now in its seventh model year, and many competitors have made big advancements since then. Some offer standard all-wheel drive, many have better resale values, and the segment, in general, has gotten more high-tech and engaging to drive. Although it’s hard to get excited about the Equinox, it has affordable pricing, just-right sizing, and many standard features for the money.

The Equinox is the third best-selling compact SUV in the U.S., trailing the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.

The 2024 Chevy Equinox gets a few subtle updates. The Confidence & Convenience Package now comes standard on the LT trim, which bundles blind-spot monitoring, remote start, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, and a power liftgate. There are also a couple of new paint options.

2024 is most likely the final model year for the Chevy Equinox in its current generation. We expect an all-new 2025 model to be sold alongside the upcoming Equinox EV.

Before buying an Equinox, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. Chevrolet Equinox resale value ranks in the lower half of the segment.

The 2024 Chevy Equinox is powered by a 175-hp 4-cylinder engine matched with a 6-speed automatic transmission and front- or all-wheel drive. It gets the job done, but with a bit more effort and less polish than the segment’s newer entries, of which there are many. Similarly, we’ve found the Equinox comfortable enough on the highway and adequately nimble around town, but it lags many competitors in both regards. The Equinox performs well enough, just not as well as most of the alternatives.

The interior design of the Chevy Equinox is agreeable, if a bit bland. Although there’s nothing wrong with this cabin, any of its modern rivals offer a more premium design and nicer materials at a similar price point.

One area where the Equinox does excel is rear-seat legroom. We had no problem fitting in the rear seats, and they’re plenty roomy for children. The rear-seat space is on par with segment leaders like the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.

Cargo space is another category where the Equinox is just okay. It has 29.9 cubic feet of room behind the rear seats. That’s enough for a typical grocery run, but the Honda CR-V has a whopping 39.3 cubic feet of space.

The exterior design says more about this compact SUV than it probably ever intended. It’s kind of alright — which is the score the Equinox achieves in virtually every category. New paint options this year include Riptide Blue and Lakeshore Blue.

Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
This convenient infotainment tech feature lets you connect your phone to the screen in the car without plugging it in. It comes standard on every Equinox.

Roomy seating
The Chevy Equinox is a practical SUV for small families, thanks in no small part to the roomy seating space in both rows of seats.

Confidence & Convenience Package
This desirable option package is now standard on all but the base LS trim. It includes a power liftgate, remote start, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, and safety tech features like blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

Chevy Safety Assist
This standard safety tech suite includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keep assist, a following distance indicator, and automatic high beams.

Sporty RS trim
The RS trim doesn’t improve the Equinox’s performance, but it gives it a sportier look inside and out. It has unique front styling, black Chevy badging, 19-inch black wheels, and red interior stitching.

Special Editions
The Midnight Edition, available for the LS trim, and the Redline Edition, optional on the Premier model, add unique appearance packages to the Equinox. The Midnight Edition has a blacked-out aesthetic, while the Redline Edition brings a sporty look while getting the premium features of the top trim.

Equinox power and fuel economy are okay, but a bit on the low side among compact SUVs.

1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine
175 horsepower @ 5,600 rpm
203 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-4,000 rpm
6-speed automatic transmission
EPA city/highway fuel economy (2023): 26/31 mpg (FWD), 24/30 mpg (AWD)

3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty

The Chevy Equinox is backed by a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. This coverage is typical for the segment.