TESTED: The Chevy Equinox EV Is the Cheapest Way to Get 300 Miles of Range in an Electric Car

The Chevy Equinox EV is one of the most affordable electric vehicles on the market, but does the low cost of entry come with compromise? We put Chevy’s latest electric SUV to the test to find out. In this video, join Edmunds’ Clint Simone as we put the Equinox EV through its paces at our test track, gathering data on its driving experience, performance and range.

00:00 Intro
00:45 Range & Test Numbers
02:00 Driving Impressions
04:12 Tech & Interior
07:14 Cargo
08:05 Edmunds' Take

[edmundscars]

The Equinox EV has a lot of upsides compared to a gas-powered SUV around the same price point. Does it offer enough to make you consider switching to an EV? Let us know in the comments.

[jessesea]

I appreciate the basic-ness of the car. Keeping the costs down to make it more affordable for a wider audience.

[scottkempton]

I know that styling is really subjective, but I find this vehicle much more attractive than any of its competitors. despite being an "entry level" vehicle, it doesn't look like a penalty box. Nice job Chevy.

[ppax]

Picked up this model with zero extra options yesterday. $25, 000 out the door with zero down and 3.4% financing via GM. Absolutely outstanding value! Just want to drop a comment to have folks pay attention to parking this. You cannot see the front, and the base model does not have a 360-degree camera. This makes parking in tight places super difficult, as you can't gauge where the front of the car is as you turn in.

[aleonyohan]

I live in Lansing Michigan right next door to two huge GM plants and the new GM / LG battery plant. I'm super proud of general motors. They have come a long ways. Keep kicking some ass GM.

[TheCallie]

I just bought the 2025 RS with enough options to make it a respectable vehicle and still got it at a great price. No regrets, I love it.

[anthonyc]

Clint's awesome at electric vehicles, going back to his InsideEV days. He absolutely nails it here with the Equinox. It's a cheap EV with tons of range in the base trim. The only two options I'd add would be the AWD and convenience package. It's still too big for me and I'd want a smaller form factor around town. Hopefully the next gen Bolt comes out soon.

[Soh]

The comments on the chassis and ride and handling are spot on. GM is currently making what I believe are some of the best riding cars in the world . I also don’t mind the plastic interior or lack of “features”. I’m not too old to remember when this is how cars used to be. A low starting price means that this thing on the used market can be had for $20, 000 so bravo to GM for keeping the price down on this thing. Manufacturers USED to sell low profit high volume spec cars. But now everything is loaded to the roof with a bunch of useless “features” so they can maximize profits on every car sold. But now people are even buying them bc they’re too expensive!

[davecarlson]

I bought a 2024 2LT about a month ago. It’s quiet, handles well, has plenty of power for most driving and there are great incentives on it now.

[martalli]

I have a 25 Equinox EV and the infotainment does trip planning really well. Carplay and Android Auto can't access the SoC so while they can show you a route, they can't do proper trip planning. I'm quite happy with the setup. People complain about no Carplay in Teslas, too, but they're still selling well

[EdwardGarrenMFT]

I just traded my 22 Bolt EUV for a 24 Equinox. It has Super Cruise, other great features and it's all you say here. It's solid, no rattles, smooth, sporty and comfortable. I'm old enough to remember when GM did things very well, and no one did it better. GM is back, and I'm very proud of what it is doing. Chevrolet is still "The Heartbeat of America !!"

[jaredhuang]

Good review, no BS from the reviewer or GM. Can't wait for the next gen Bolt.

[mozu]

I think this is a great deal. I bought a 2025 base LT a month ago and my wife and I are really happy with this purchase.

[mikedunn]

I am a senior driving a 2011 Civic EX-L bought new, which has given me very little trouble, almost all only minor stuff. I would like to try an EV before I have to hang up my keys. I *love* FWD, and after owning 2, including my Civic, I can report I have *never* gotten stuck in winter in either car. My last RWD ride got me stuck in the back lane numerous times, in spite of having studded tires, and sandbags in the trunk. I am looking mainly for an around town car, with the occasional trip of a few hundred miles. Tesla is not an option, as the base model is RWD. The Equinox looks like it checks all the boxes for my needs.

[urbanstrencan]

Finally EV for the masses 😁
Looks quite neat

[mikeshafer]

I think the Equinox EV is the first non-Tesla EV for the masses. The only real miss here is they didn't put NACS on it in time for 2025. Hopefully they fix this quickly.

[RiliwanSanni]

I have been seeing a lot of this car on the road, and now I see why. It makes sense to me.

[GG-sifw]

I appreciate that you tested base trim vs the top of the line trim as that captures the basic spirit of the vehicle.

[bryceweber]

Does the base FWD have battery heating and cooling systems? The only charge curve I could quickly find was for the AWD which mentions heating so I hope it would precondition, but the curve dropped to a snails pace after 60% SOC. Range is good, but charging is key to any real road trips.

[stewsim]

We love it!
Got a 25 EEV LT just before Christmas.
It’s an awesome vehicle…!!!
Thanks for the review of the base model…!!!