2024 Chevrolet Equinox Overview

2024 Chevrolet Equinox

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox builds upon its reputation as a standout in the competitive compact SUV market. Customers at dealerships like Jim Cook Chevrolet GMC have made the Equinox the most popular Chevy model after the Silverado. Inside, passengers are treated to a comfortable and spacious cabin equipped with up-to-date technology like a touchscreen infotainment system and a host of advanced safety features. The sleek and functional exterior design completes the package.

The Equinox sees minor changes for 2024, along with a new electric variant not covered in this review. The Equinox gets two new metallic paint hues: Lakeshore Blue and Riptide Blue. According to Jim Cook Chevrolet GMC, the Driver II Confidence package now comes with blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

Kelley Blue Book writes: “The 2024 Chevy Equinox is a good SUV ... [It] has affordable pricing, just-right sizing, and many standard features for the money.”

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox seats five passengers in four trim levels: LS, LT, RS, and Premier. A 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine powers all models. It generates 175 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox. Front-wheel drive comes standard across all trims, while the optional all-wheel drive system provides additional flexibility and control.

Fuel economy is estimated by the EPA at 26 mpg city/ 31 mpg highway for models with front-wheel drive.* If you opt for all-wheel-drive, these figures drop slightly to 24 mpg city/30 mpg highway.

The interior of the Equinox is elegantly designed, crafted from materials that emphasize style and durability. Comfort is a priority in the front and rear seats, and the spacious cabin ensures passenger satisfaction on extended journeys. Ample cupholders are featured throughout, while more luxurious touches are available as optional add-ons for the LT trim or as standard features in the RS and Premier trims.

The Equinox’s dashboard gets a 7.0-inch infotainment touchscreen featuring Chevrolet’s MyLink infotainment system. Buyers can upgrade to an available 8.0-inch display. Renowned for its user-friendly interface and swift responsiveness, this setup includes standard features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, an auxiliary input jack, and USB connectivity. A subscription-based Wi-Fi hotspot is optional across the Equinox lineup.

The 2024 Equinox features plenty of room for cargo, with 29.9 cubic feet behind the second row and 63.9 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down. The vehicle features a standard manual liftgate. For added convenience, buyers can opt for an available power liftgate and a hands-free power liftgate.

Safety is an important consideration for buyers looking for a family SUV. The 2024 Equinox received the highest overall safety score of five stars from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Standard advanced safety features include a rearview camera, forward automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, pedestrian detection, rear-seat alert, automatic high-beam headlights, and Teen Driver.

* All vehicle mileage based on 2023 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.