Key Features of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox

11.3-inch Diagonal Infotainment Touch-Screen

The 11.3-inch diagonal infotainment touch-screen is the visual anchor of the 2026 Equinox interior, making it effortless to interact with navigation, playlists, and in-vehicle settings. The interface presents crisp graphics and intuitive menus, so essential tasks are just a tap away. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility streamline smartphone integration, while available wireless phone charging keeps your cabin neat. With Google built-in, you can use voice commands through Google Assistant to pull up directions, place calls, or manage compatible apps. The 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center complements the big center display by putting vehicle data, active safety prompts, and trip information directly in your line of sight. Together, these screens transform daily drives with an organized, modern presentation that is easy to learn and satisfying to use.

Chevy Safety Assist

Chevy Safety Assist is the foundation of the Equinox safety story, bringing a package of six advanced features as part of over 15 standard safety and driver assistance technologies. Key elements include Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam®. These features work continuously in the background, helping you maintain awareness and providing alerts or assistance when the unexpected happens. Available enhancements further expand your field of view and support decision-making. HD Surround Vision helps you see more around the vehicle when maneuvering in tight spaces, and Rear Cross Traffic Braking can assist when backing out of crowded lots. Side Bicyclist Alert and the available Rear Camera Mirror add even more clarity. The result is a compact SUV designed to help you drive with steady confidence in city traffic, along rural roads, and anywhere in between.

Drive Mode Selector and Available All-Wheel Drive

Equinox makes it simple to tailor responses for varying conditions with a standard Drive Mode Selector and available all-wheel drive. Choose the mode that suits your route, and the system adjusts key parameters to strike the balance you prefer. When equipped, all-wheel drive is on standby for low-traction moments, distributing power to help maintain grip and composure when roads get slick. The 1.5L Turbo engine’s 175 hp supplies practical power for commuting and weekend escapes alike, and the overall chassis tuning delivers a comfortable ride that remains settled over uneven surfaces. With up to 1,500 lbs. of towing capacity when properly equipped, Equinox also leaves room for small trailer tasks or a lightweight adventure setup. Whether you are merging onto the highway or winding toward a campsite, the powertrain and traction technologies come together to make the drive relaxed and predictable.

Flexible Cargo Space and AutoSense Power Liftgate

Inside, the 2026 Equinox emphasizes smart storage and easy loading. Fold the 60/40 split-bench rear seat to open up a broad, flat area, achieving up to 63.5 cu. ft. of max cargo volume for bigger hauls. The hidden storage under the rear cargo floor gives you a discreet place to stow valuables and smaller items you want out of sight. For times when you are your hands full, the available hands-free AutoSense Power Liftgate is an everyday hero, allowing you to open the rear with a simple motion when the key fob is detected nearby. The broad opening and low lift-over height make it straightforward to load groceries, sports gear, or luggage. Thoughtful touches extend to the center console with pass-through storage for electronics and essentials. Altogether, Equinox turns errands and travel days into simpler, smoother routines.

RS and ACTIV Personalities

The 2026 Equinox lineup offers distinct identities so you can choose the look and feel that resonates. RS projects a bold, modern vibe, with Black emblems and badging, a unique lower fascia and Black grille, 19-inch machined wheels, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and available 20-inch machined wheels. Inside, Torch Red and Santorini Blue stitching details sharpen the cabin’s sporty tone, and an available Black two-tone roof adds drama. ACTIV leans into a more adventurous spirit, pairing an off-road-inspired appearance with functional hardware like 17-inch machined wheels, all-terrain tires, and a uniquely tuned suspension. Evotex and sueded microfiber seating surfaces with ACTIV stitched into the head restraints elevate the interior, and the available two-tone white roof and roof rails bring both style and utility to your gear-carrying plans. From athletic flair to road-trip grit, RS and ACTIV let you express your weekend personality every day.