2026 Chevy Equinox Trims Comparison
Which 2026 Equinox trim does Edmunds recommend?
We like the LT trim because it provides the most options and best value in the Equinox lineup while offering ample standard safety equipment. All-wheel drive is offered, as are multiple packages and stand-alone options.
2026 Equinox trim level differences
The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox is a five-passenger compact crossover SUV available in LT, RS and Activ trim levels. A turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine (175 horsepower, 184 lb-ft of torque) is standard, paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and front-wheel drive. Choose the optional all-wheel-drive system, and Chevy swaps the CVT automatic for an eight-speed automatic and bumps torque output to 203 lb-ft.
Pricing
LT (Editors' Pick) - $29,995 MSRP
Edmunds suggests you pay
$28,436100 for sale near you
Prices based on sales in GA thru 8/11/25
Final assembly in Mexico
Compare 2026 Equinox trims side-by-side
Comparing average pricing near
Dalton, GA
Vehicle | Equinox LT | Equinox RS | Equinox ACTIV |
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Vehicle | Editors' Pick LT 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT
102 for sale near you | RS 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT
33 for sale near you | ACTIV 1.5L 4cyl Turbo CVT
33 for sale near you |
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | standard | standard | standard |
Parking assistance | standard | standard | standard |
Upholstery | cloth | leatherette | sueded microfiber |
Heated seats | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not Available | optional | optional |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | optional | optional | optional |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Country of final assembly | Mexico | Mexico | Mexico |
Drivetrain | |||
Engine power | 175 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 175 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 175 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
Engine torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm | 184 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm |
Engine displacement | 1.5 l | 1.5 l | 1.5 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/55R19 | 235/65R17 |
Wheel size | - | - | - |
Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 26 / 28 / 27 MPG | 26 / 28 / 27 MPG | 26 / 28 / 27 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 14.8 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 385 / 414 miles | 385 / 414 miles | 385 / 414 miles |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | 37.1 ft. | 37.1 ft. | 37.1 ft. |
Curb weight | 3,428 lb. | 3,474 lb. | 3,452 lb. |
Ground Clearance | - | - | - |
Overall Width with Mirrors | - | - | - |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 74.9 in. | 74.9 in. | 74.9 in. |
Height | 65.6 in. | 65.6 in. | 65.6 in. |
Length | 183.2 in. | 183.2 in. | 183.2 in. |
Wheelbase | 107.5 in. | 107.5 in. | 107.5 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | 29.8 cu. ft. | 29.8 cu. ft. | 29.8 cu. ft. |
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed | 63.5 cu. ft. | 63.5 cu. ft. | 63.5 cu. ft. |
Front Head Room | 40.0 in. | 40.0 in. | 40.0 in. |
Front Leg Room | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. | 40.9 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. |
Rear Head Room | 39.2 in. | 39.2 in. | 39.2 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 39.9 in. | 39.9 in. | 39.9 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 55.8 in. | 55.8 in. | 55.8 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | $43,703 | $48,153 | $47,405 |
Average Cost Per Mile | $0.58 | $0.64 | $0.63 |
Depreciation | $14,486 | $16,235 | $16,809 |
Financing | $6,058 | $6,787 | $6,928 |
Taxes & Fees | $4,249 | $4,746 | $4,843 |
Fuel | $8,649 | $8,649 | $8,649 |
Insurance | $4,659 | $5,315 | $4,659 |
Maintenance | $4,722 | $5,541 | $4,637 |
Repairs | $880 | $880 | $880 |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Artemis Gray, leatherette Black, cloth Black, leatherette | Black w/Red Accents, leatherette | Maple Sugar, sueded microfiber |
Exterior | Lakeshore Blue Metallic Mosaic Black Metallic Radiant Red Tintcoat Cacti Green Summit White Sterling Gray Metallic | Polar White Tricoat Lakeshore Blue Metallic Mosaic Black Metallic Radiant Red Tintcoat Sterling Gray Metallic Reef Blue Metallic | Polar White Tricoat Mosaic Black Metallic Radiant Red Tintcoat Cacti Green Sterling Gray Metallic Reef Blue Metallic |