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4th Equinox -the RS
Gkins, 03/06/2023
updated 03/10/2025
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
69 of 71 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new with 6 miles on the odo. Reading other reviews I see the main thing that people complain about is the power of the Equinox. If you're after power you need to consider some other vehicle, not the Equinox. While the Equinox is not a nag on the road, it's not a 'beast' to be reckoned with, it was never intended for that market. The very small 1.5 engine turns out 175hp, when you kick the turbo it does well for normal needs. I used to have a 71 SS 454, so I know the difference. I can still give 4 stars easily because the Equinox is a good reliable car, one that is attractive and economical. My first new Equinox was a 2010 (my current back up car) with the 2.4 engine. Yes, it was subject to the engine recall for rings, which Chevrolet paid for 100%, that done, the car has been at work continuously the last 8 years. Since then I've had a new 2015 Equinox, which I traded for a 2015 Santa Fe Sport. I kept the sport almost 3 weeks before it had to go. My 2020 held up great- except for the 120# deer. It's in the garage waiting to be repaired. I gave no real consideration of looking to anything other than another Equinox, although my sister tried to talk me into a 2023 Santa Fe, but truthfully, they're not attractive at all. I've had the new 2023 RS for 4 weeks. The ride is smooth, gas mileage is about 31 mpg, handles well, very little road noise, responsive steering, accelerates smoothly, no trouble passing. The trim level has an attractive interior with very comfortable and cool cloth seats, black with red accents and RS badging. The seating is for 5, although the 3 in the back would not be happy for long travels. The exterior black trim and android wheel package is sportier and more attractive than the standard Equinox. Like others before it, it has ample space for carrying needed items for your work, I carry 6 or 7 large cases loaded with various photo equipment for location shooting with no problem. The standard powered back gate is a definite plus when you work out of the back of your vehicle. For my purposes, none which involve racing, the Equinox is great for short or long trips. A couple of things which should become standard, but have been cut due to parts supply, are blind spot and cross traffic. These are two excellent safety enhancements, they were on my 2020 LT, but not on the 2023 RS, I was unable to locate an RS that had them. This is the main reason I dropped a star. Living in the Southeast, the BSW system is much more important to me than a heated steering wheel, seats or rear view mirrors. All in all, while the Equinox can't be ranked at the top, it is an excellent all around choice with economy and attractive styling together in one package. The price I paid was about $4k below MSRP. Update: there is a common problem with the fuel pump control module going out. I was lucky, mine went out in the driveway at my house.The car suddenly stopped running and would not start again. It didn't show any check engine lights. I travel often to the ATL airport, I can only imagine if that had happened on the way or at some time well away from home. Fortunately my dealer had the module in stock. As they get older the South Korean (?) tires that came on the card ride harder and noisier, currently I have 22,000 miles on the car. When they need replacing I'll put on Michelins. Otherwise, my review is still good.
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Older people moving up from sedan
Larry, 01/16/2023
updated 07/28/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
24 of 24 people found this review helpful
So far we like every thing about this vehicle. It looks great, runs great, rides and handles great. Is much easier to get into and out of than our previous vehicle and has much more space for people and cargo than our previous vehicle.
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GM Fail
Jefff, 09/24/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
48 of 52 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2023 Premier version in July 2023. It has everything I needed and was missing very few options that fall into the would be nice category. The ride was comfortable and it had enough power to make me feel confident. The problem started 5 weeks into owning it and 1360 miles on it. I was at the store and started the car with my foot on the brake pedal. The pedal immediately went to the floor and several warning lights came on. I tried restarting it and the same thing happened. I tried moving the car and the brakes were barely working when my foot was to the floor. I had onstar send me the codes and one was for the power boost brakes. The next morning, I took it to the dealer. The brakes were working but the warning lights were still on. The dealer checked it out and contacted GM who told them “just clear the codes and have the customer drive it.” The dealer said that’s not a good option and are trying to replace the master cylinder. It’s been 8 weeks and the part is not available and I cannot drive an unsafe vehicle. GM has failed on many levels. I cannot imagine driving this car anymore.
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LIFELONG FORD MAN LOVES HIS NEW EQUINOX
Mark, 12/11/2023
updated 12/18/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
Former Ford/Lincoln Mercury service advisor/service manager who has always had Fords. Nephew works in management for GM and has always bugged me about getting a GM product at employee pricing. When I saw 2.9% financing last summer on 2023 Equinox's, I went in to my local Chevy dealer and got one. Between the employee pricing and the 2.9% financing, got a GREAT deal. Now have 5k on it, and am very impressed. I agree with those who say that it has all the power it needs (does fine for normal driving), and my fuel mileage for the first 5k was 32.0 overall. Roomy and comfortable interior and the back seat has more room than the Escape that I was originally planning on getting (AND they recline for more comfort). Quiet and steady ride and relatively quiet as well. All in all, a very good vehicle for my needs.
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Maiden 2023 equinox RS voyage not successful
RyeGuy, 01/03/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
47 of 53 people found this review helpful
We took our Equinox RS for Christmas holiday only to drive 679 km and have the “Reduced Power” message and then a flashing engine light. We called the dealership and they said that our turbo was probably freezing off. We live in Canada winter comes every year and we have extreme weather. We turned around and headed to the nearest Chevy dealership. They confirmed that we were not the first Chevy product with Turbo Freeze issues. In fact they said we were the 10th in the past 2 days. Once again I must add we live in a country that has winter for 6 months. The mechanic cleared the code after we waited about 1/2 hour. Which he had to get a special code reader to do. So my advice is DO NOT BUY If you live in a cold country . After talking with people it is any Chevy with a Turbo, my father has a Malibu and it’s been doing the same thing for the past year and a half . His dealership has been leading him down a Daisy chain. But after our experience he’s getting rid of his Malibu
Solid not Flashy 24 months in
Greg g, 12/20/2022
updated 06/28/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
25 of 28 people found this review helpful
UPDATE. I get 25 MPG in town and 31 HW, still appreciate softer ride and very large back seat. This is not a muscle car but drives fine. I have had zero repairs and almost 30K miles. Solid SUV. I have LT will all safety options added. I liked you could get a gray interior (most competitors seem to only offer black lung interiors available on the lot). It has a larger back seat but smaller cargo area, four real adults fit even with the front passenger seat all the way back. Controls fall right at hand and are easy to use. Is the interior premium? Nope, it is a Chevy. But has a solid and comfortable vibe, easy to see out of, smoother ride. I purchased based on price, available safety features, and extra large passenger space coupled with softer ride compared to peers. I accepted not fastest, not best gas mileage, not a premium interior as the trade-off for price point 3-5% less than competitors. Great Apple and Android wireless integration. 14 months an 22,000 miles in getting 27 mpg in town and 31 mpg on highway. I have had no repair issues, it just works day in and day out. Interior does not show wear and tear. Outside of being slow it checks all the boxes. Highly recommend safety package, especially overhead safety camera view.
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Beware
Concerned consumer , 09/19/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
28 of 32 people found this review helpful
Had car for 3 months was in shop for 20 days of that time. Then totaled it when the brakes failed.
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Good Car But Brake Issues
BP, 02/01/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Overall a nice package and good ride, good crash tests,BUT-in less than 6 months the brake booster system has failed 3 times when the outside temperature is below freezing. This has resulted in 3 tows, and General Motors reimbursing for a long car rental. Two different Chevy dealers reset the warning lights but despite all the warning lights generating codes, they could not pinpoint the cause. Therefore I consider the car unsafe and unreliable. Sad because the 2022 model of the same car was near perfect. Chevrolet customer support is involved and attentive, as is the dealer management. Fingers crossed that the dealer will be given a factory fix and if not the car will be replaced or refunded. .
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Smoothest SUV
Isabel N., 01/17/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
It’s the smoothest SUV to drive. It’s not big and bulky, but it’s also not tiny. It’s the perfect midsize SUV.
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Great crossover SUV
Anthony: Bel Air Maryland, 05/30/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Overall quality of build, as well as value pricing for vehicle. Purchased recently and the vehicle performs well in various road conditions. Does well with mileage ratings as noted on MSRP. UPDATE: I like the overall quality of my 2023 chevy equinox. It has plenty of technology features for the price. And it performs very well on both highway and city driving.
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Has it all!
D Smith, 07/14/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Everything is great especially the air cooled seats foot operated tailgate and push button start. Wireless phone charger is convenient also.
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Surprisingly Impressed
Jeff, 12/21/2022
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
17 of 20 people found this review helpful
I recently drove a new Equinox RS package, as I have been comparing the ride, power, and features of it, the Rav4 and the CRv. Even though rhe ride isn't as good as a Buick, it definitely rode better than the Rav4. It had descent power, slightly better than the CRv but the Rav4 has the edge. The RS was very nice to look at and it was loaded with the same features as both loaded models of the Rav4 and CRv. Ths power moon roof was a nice feature as it provided nice extra lighting at night. The heated seats and steering wheel is a very nice feature, mainly in the winter. The luggage space was better than the CRv and comparable to the Rav4. The only set back was the price. You can get the same features on the Rav4, if you can get one at all, $2,000 less. Overall, I would definitely consider this nice small SUV. Don't let the negative reviews by Edmunds fool you. Some I believe are financially motivated.
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worst vehicle ever
Susan, 05/18/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
29 of 38 people found this review helpful
bought a chevy equinox brand new and it has mold and water damage seat shorted out and melted. Hampton Chevy and Priority Chevy does not want to give me my money back. It has been in the shop for this issue several times. GM is involved and giving me the run around. I have asthma and my husband is a retired disabled fire fighter that can't walk they don't even care about disabled. I have no transportation and refuse to give me a rental car this new vehicle with less then 1250 miles.
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Just enough gadgets
JPR , 12/16/2022
updated 06/20/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Chevy Equinox is comfortable to drive. The seat fits me and is easily adjustable with the power controls. The arm rest is the correct height. This suv has adequate ground clearance for my gravel driveway. The gas mileage is above 30mpg on the highway. The grey color does not require as much attention as my black vehicle. The Chevy app tells me when I need an oil change as well as other maintenance issues. Apple play allows me to use my WAZE app on my phone. This car fits my family.
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Amazing SUV!!!
Ryan, 08/04/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I just picked up my 2023 Equinox Premier with the Redline package and it has exceeded all my expectations! Going off of reviews alone on multiple sites does not do this SUV justice. Plenty of pep, features and comfort to be had. I had almost written the Equinox off until I compared features and price and Chevy gives you many more features for usually a good deal less. Highly recommending giving the Equinox a try!
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Just what we were looking for
Jeff and Tamara Collingwood., 04/23/2023
updated 05/05/2025
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Love everything about it Now I know why they are so popular
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Great stylish vehicle
Twigmite, 03/18/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Had my Equinox now for 3 months, enjoying it more and more as time goes by. Great looking vehicle inside and out, the ease of use of the infotainment center is great. The comfort of the ride is good, takes bumps and potholes very well. The power in the vehicle is all I need and thensome.
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What a disappointment!
LizF Tysons, VA, 08/04/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT Fleet 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
17 of 26 people found this review helpful
I just received a Equinox LT as a fleet vehicle and disappointed is the first word that comes to mind. It's a 15 year old interior full of cheap plastic and outdated technology in a 2023 model. The 1.5L engine is underpowered and clunky, especially coming off the Auto Stop feature. The fuel economy is terrible. As a mom of three, this car is a terrible family choice for it's poor IIHS rating for rear seat occupant safety. There are three seatbelts in the back, but only two headrests. It seems Chevy thinks it's OK to risk a spinal cord injury for a passenger not to have a headrest. The final insult is that the car is built in Mexico rather than providing good union jobs for Americans. There are many better choices in this segment to consider.
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Great SUV - Compact but midsize!
Oswulf67, 12/23/2022
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Our second Equinox. Very roomy. A little underpowered but my wife doesn't really care about that. It is sharp, nicely appointed, and our first one never had an issue! Chevy has come a long way with quality and technology!
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Love Chevy
Chevy 1, 03/02/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Love the equinox
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Best ride
C h pellett, 03/23/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Turbo has plenty of power. Quite ride that seems almost effort less . you could ride all day in comfort
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Civic to Equinox
Seth Hebert, 04/12/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox RS 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 2020 civic sport for a 2023 equinox rs. I was skeptical because the civic handled well, and in the past I knew they had issue with engine heating in the equinox, but, this newer gen setup is actually really nice. I went with the rs package, so it's very comfortable, and it handles really well for an suv. I believe in the future when I trade in again, it'll be for another chevy again.
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Silver
Promo, 03/31/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Sharp style, comfortable
Worst new car I bought.
Gary, 10/26/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I expected more out of premiere model. To top it off I’ve had panoramic sunroof issues for over 5 months. Makes so many noises. Taking it to dealer again next week.
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all around poor vehicle
Golferadam12, 07/25/2023
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
9 of 53 people found this review helpful
Poor product from Chevy 1) all wheel drive system is just flat out horrible 2) engine performance is horrible 3) fit and finish is horrible 4) interior is horrible 5) entertainment interface & screen are horrible 6) handling is horrible 7) transmission is horrible
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Equinox Premier
Connie and Butch Lowe, 10/08/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I went to replace my car that was totaled by a tree falling in it. I was interested in another Blazer. Fell in love with this car.
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White lightning!
Daniel Bissonnette, Milton, VT, 11/13/2024
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This vehicle is so comfortable and has all the features you could ask for. I would highly recommend this vehicle.
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my equinox AWD
Frank C, 03/14/2025
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LS 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great drive good on gas all wheel drive work great
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Beautiful Harvest Bronze Equinox
Mark H, 04/26/2025
2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Harvest Bronze 23 Equinox lt about a month ago ...I love the room it has along with the sophisticated look. I traded a 21 Mitsubishi outlander sport that I bought new...the Equinox has a much better ride and more power out of its 1.5 turbo than the 2.0 in the outlander. One thing I do miss is the rain sensing wipers the Mitsubishi had as standard equipment, but over all I am loving my Equinox
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