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2021 Chevrolet Equinox

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$23,800

starting MSRP

Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV

Body style

28

Combined MPG

5

Seating capacity

183.1” x 65.4”

Dimensions

Front-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

(74 reviews)

The good:

  • Solid power
  • Firm, controlled ride
  • Intuitive multimedia system
  • Child seat accommodations

The bad:

  • Handling
  • Visibility
  • Front seat comfort
  • Some cheap cabin materials
  • Headroom with panoramic moonroof

4 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

Wondering which trim is right for you?

Our 2021 Chevrolet Equinox trim comparison will help you decide.

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Notable features

  • Five-seat compact SUV
  • FWD or AWD
  • 170-hp, turbo four-cylinder engine
  • Apple CarPlay, Android Auto standard
  • Automatic emergency braking standard

2021 Chevrolet Equinox review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?

The five-seat Chevrolet Equinox compact SUV is powered by a 170-horsepower, turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. It’s available with front- or all-wheel drive, and competitors include the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Rogue.

What’s New on the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?

An available Leather Package for the LT trim level includes black perforated-leather seating surfaces, a memory feature, heated auto-dimming side mirrors and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. 

What Features in the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox Are Most Important?

Standard features include: 

  • 7-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
  • 4G LTE connectivity and a Wi-Fi hot spot (subscription required after data trial)
  • Four USB ports
  • Forward collision warning
  • Automatic emergency braking
  • Lane-keeping assist

Available features include: 

  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Panoramic moonroof
  • Heated front and rear seats
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Navigation
  • Wireless device charging
  • Blind spot warning
  • Rear cross-traffic alert
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • 360-degree camera system

2021 Chevrolet Equinox Vs. 2021 Toyota RAV4: How Do They Compare?

Both the Equinox and RAV4 benefit from recent redesigns, but even with the Chevy’s extensive  standard active safety features, the Toyota has more standard advanced safety features, including adaptive cruise control. 

Looking just at gas-powered models, the RAV4 has slightly better EPA-estimated gas mileage, but Toyota also sells hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the RAV4 that are considerably more efficient; the RAV4 Hybrid is rated 40 mpg combined. Both SUVs have a standard touchscreen multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. However, if total cost is your primary concern, the Equinox has a lower starting price.

Should I Buy the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?

We like the Equinox’s intuitive multimedia system and child-safety seat accommodations, but visibility and front seat comfort could be better.

Consumer reviews

(74 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.7
  • Performance 4.6
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.6
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Most recent consumer reviews

Incredible car, especially for the price

For the most part, we love this car. We do have some small issues. But we will focus first on the positives. The car itself has very comfortable seats, plenty of time inside, lots of safety features, looks really good inside and out and the extra large sunroof that goes almost front to back of the car is incredible. The power lift gate at the back, is a great feature! The backup camera is large and clear! The warnings whole backing up, are fantastic! It drives like a car, not like a tank! Overall, it's a fantastic car! The disadvantages are that there is a shimmy/shake in the car as it is pulling a hill. When you are gaining on the car in front of you a little quicker than the car in front of you is moving, the collision warning lights lighting up and the alarms sounding, is terrifying and not cool. Not being able to turn off some of the warnings that pop up every time you crank the car without hitting the dismiss button are irritating. But for the most part we would buy another one in a heartbeat and love our car!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very reliable Vehicle

Very comfortable and easy to drive. A lot of safety features and helpful technology built in. Love the style and body shape of this SUV. Plenty of room for passengers and cargo. No mechanical problems at all .Would buy this vehicle again

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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I hate the shape of the exterior. too much tent in

Gas mileage fair. seats and floor mats dash is easy to understand.I hate how light it bounces on the road no vision in rearview mirror.afraid to use backup screen only.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Safety

Based on the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox base trim.
Combined side rating front seat
5
Combined side rating rear seat
5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5
Overall rating
5
Overall side crash rating
5
Risk of rollover
16.4%
Rollover rating
4
Side barrier rating
5
Side barrier rating driver
5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Chevrolet
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion
36 months/36,000 miles
Powertrain
60 months/60,000 miles
Roadside assistance
60 months/60,000 miles
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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