2026 Chevrolet Equinox
2026 Chevrolet Equinox — The Chevrolet Equinox is a crossover SUV introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model year.
Trim: LT
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 Chevrolet Equinox snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Chevrolet Equinox typically asks about $27,500 versus a $29,300 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox has 1 NHTSA recall campaign in our catalog (including Equipment) and 57 owner complaints. Versus 2025, watch highway mpg (28 mpg → 29 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$27,500
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$29,300
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
1
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
57
Top: Power Train
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Equinox?
Yes — 1 recall campaign and 57 owner complaints for the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Equipment
2026-02-26
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Campaign 26V114000
Owner complaints
57 complaints · 2 crash-related · 1 fire-related · 2 injuries reported. Top components:
- Power Train11
- Service Brakes8
- Electrical System7
- Forward Collision Avoidance7
- Unknown Or Other5
- Engine3
- Seat Belts3
- Steering3
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2026 Chevy Equinox -- A GREAT Compact SUV for Thousands Less Than RAV4?? (Value)
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is highway mpg (28 mpg → 29 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Highway MPG
- 28 mpg↑29 mpg
- Length
- 190.6 in→183.1 in
- Width
- 75.2 in→74.8 in
- Height
- 63.4 in→65.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 115.7 in→107.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4801.7 lb→3582.5 lb
How much does a used 2026 Equinox cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $27,500 in typical used asking against a $29,300 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $29,300
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $27,500
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$1,800 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Equinox?
The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Chevrolet Equinox is a crossover SUV introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model year. It was intended to replace the North American Chevrolet Tracker and Chevrolet S-10 Blazer. The third-generation Equinox also replaced the first-generation Chevrolet Captiva. NHTSA lists 2026 configurations such as 2026 CHEVROLET EQUINOX SUV N/A AWD. Rated configurations include: 2026 CHEVROLET EQUINOX SUV N/A AWD; 2026 CHEVROLET EQUINOX SUV N/A FWD.
- 1 NHTSA recall
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 4/5
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- EPA combined 27 mpg
- About 183.1 × 74.8 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 175 hp, 28 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
175 hp
Combined MPG
28 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (28 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,500
5-year energy
$7,500
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 28 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 1.5L Turbo I4
- Drivetrain
- FWD / AWD
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 183.1 in
- Width
- 74.8 in
- Height
- 65.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 107.5 in
- Curb weight
- 3582.5 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 26
- Highway MPG
- 29
- Combined MPG
- 28
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 4 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 CHEVROLET EQUINOX SUV N/A AWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | LT | EV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 210 hp |
| Combined MPG | 28 | — |
| Engine | 1.5L Turbo I4 | Electric |
| Drivetrain | FWD / AWD | FWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| EV range | — | 319 mi |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 175 | — | — | 28 | FWD / AWD | |
| 210 | — | — | — | FWD |