2024 Chevy Equinox

The 2024 Equinox is Chevrolet's compact SUV that's positioned above the smaller Trax and Trailblazer SUVs and below the larger Blazer and three-row Traverse, Tahoe and Suburban SUVs. The compact Chevy is one of the least competitive SUVs in its class because it hasn't been redesigned in several years. But since it's priced below most of its competition, the Equinox is a viable option for many car shoppers looking for a fair price on a two-row SUV. Just note, a completely redesigned Equinox is slated to debut for 2025 that may close that competitive gap.

The Equinox provides decent ride quality, a roomy cabin and ample tech features, essentially getting the basics for a compact SUV right. But most rivals offer more cargo space, even better tech, better powertrains, and interior treatments with better materials and more up-to-date designs. Unless you find a great deal on a 2024 Equinox, we suggest waiting for the much-improved redesigned 2025 model. The new Equinox receives a beefier exterior design, especially if you opt for the new rugged-looking Activ model. Inside, the new interior is a huge step forward from the current Equinox, sharing its design with the new all-electric Equinox EV. It will also come standard with more tech, including large dual screens and a package of advanced driver aids.

There's no shortage of competitors to consider in the compact SUV segment. If you can't wait for the new model, we recommend exploring other options before deciding on a 2024 Equinox. The Mazda CX-50, Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester and Kia Sportage are some of our top-rated compact SUVs. The Hyundai Tucson, Nissan Rogue and Toyota RAV4 are highly rated options. The "get what you pay for" adage applies here since they're more expensive, but you get more SUV too. If, on the other hand, you'd like to save with less costly options, the Chevy Trax and Trailblazer undercut the Equinox by a few thousand dollars, yet they only give up a little bit of cargo space.