2019 Chevrolet Equinox

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2019 Chevrolet Equinox
2019 Chevrolet Equinox

Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV

Body style

28

Combined MPG

5

Seating capacity

183.10” x 65.40”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

The good:

  • Solid base 1.5-liter engine
  • Quick turbo 2.0-liter
  • Firm but controlled ride
  • Intuitive multimedia systems
  • Child-seat accommodations

The bad:

  • Steering and handling
  • Visibility
  • Front-seat comfort
  • Crash-avoidance tech not standard
  • Some cheap cabin materials
  • Headroom with panoramic moonroof

10 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Notable features

  • Front pedestrian braking, adaptive cruise now available
  • Five-seat compact SUV
  • FWD or AWD
  • 1.5- and 2.0-liter turbo gasoline engines
  • 1.6-liter turbo-diesel engine available
  • Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard
  • 2.0-liter can tow up to 3,500 pounds

2019 Chevrolet Equinox review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

Fresh off a redesign for the 2018 model year, the Chevrolet Equinox compact SUV seats up to five people and offers a choice of three engines: a 170-horsepower, turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder, a 252-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a 137-hp, turbo-diesel 1.6-liter four-cylinder. The Equinox is available with front- or all-wheel drive and competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Ford Escape and Jeep Cherokee.

What's New on the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

Adaptive cruise control and front pedestrian braking are available for the high-end Premier trim level. Both the standard backup camera and available 360-degree camera system now deliver high-definition views. Four USB ports are now standard.

What Features in the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox Are Most Important?

The Equinox's standard 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system includes Bluetooth streaming audio as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. It also has 4G LTE connectivity and a Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after initial trial period) to keep your family connected on the go. Options include a power liftgate, power sunroof, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, heated steering wheel, leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, ventilated front seats and wireless charging. Available active safety features include blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, lane change alert, forward collision warning, low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning and lane-keeping assist.

Should I Buy the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

The current Equinox is smaller than its predecessor, now closer in size to other compact SUVs. We like its available gas engines, intuitive multimedia systems and child-safety-seat accommodations, but visibility and front-seat comfort could be better. Many active safety features are reserved for higher-end trims, too.

Consumer reviews

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior design 4.6
  • Performance 4.5
  • Value for the money 4.4
  • Exterior styling 4.6
  • Reliability 4.5

Most recent consumer reviews

3.0

Transmission went out at 70K miles

I bought a 2019 Equinox Premier after owning two Ford Edge Limiteds. The interior of this thing is great. All the bells and whistles. It had about 70k miles on it which is more than I like, but it also had a clean CarFax and I take good care of my cars so I figured even with a few more miles I could get several years out of her. I had this vehicle 5 weeks, drove it less than 1200 miles, and the transmission went out. Left me stranded at night on the side of a highway. I've NEVER had this happen with another car (I've owned 3 Fords, a Nissan, and a Pontiac back in the day). I'll never buy a Chevy again.

5.0

Love my Equinox

My second Equinox. Love the size and performance for around town. Just wish there was air vents in the back seat. The interior is well layed out.

4.0

Poor gas mileage

Hesitates when gears shift. Outdated design. Bought a rouge only got the Chevy equinox as they didn't have a rogue I liked in stock. Poor, poor gas mileage

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Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Chevrolet
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
5 model years or newer/up to 75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
12 months/12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years/100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Powertrain
6 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required
172-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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