DecodedCars2024 Chevrolet Equinox
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV 1.5l AWD, 4dr SUV 1.5l FWD, EV 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 1.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- 1-speed automatic, 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 28 combined · 26 city / 31 hwy
- EV range
- 319 mi · 9.4 h on 240 V
- Length
- 183.1–190.6 in
- Curb weight
- 3,274–3,466 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 319 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Electric version availableOffered as a electric as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints190 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 52 for similar models — most often about the visibility/wiper.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 39 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is a small SUV offered with a 1.5L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 183 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,466 lb (4dr SUV 1.5l AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 28 MPG combined (26 city / 31 highway), 1% worse than the 2024 small SUV average of 28.3 MPG, for an estimated $700 a year in fuel.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 319 miles and takes about 9.4 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 190 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the visibility/wiper.
What changed for 2024
- New all-electric version
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Equinox →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila · San Luis Potosi, San Luis Potosi
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 Equinox configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV 1.5l AWD | 183.1 in | 72.4 in | 65.4 in | 107.5 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,466 lb | 57/43 |
| 4dr SUV 1.5l FWD | 183.1 in | 72.4 in | 65.4 in | 107.5 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | 3,274 lb | 58/42 |
| EV 4dr SUV | 190.6 in | 75.2 in | 63.4 in | 115.7 in | 62.2 / 62.2 in | – | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinox EV FWD EV | 180 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 319 mi · 31.0964 kWh/100mi | – | $700 | – |
| Equinox EV AWD EV | 67 and 180 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 285 mi · 35.1247 kWh/100mi | – | $800 | – |
| Equinox FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 31 / 28 | -1% | $2,400 | 310 |
| Equinox AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 26 | +4% | $2,600 | 339 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox.
Similar 2024 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Chevrolet Equinox (this car) | 28 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2024 Toyota RAV4 | 39 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2024 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2024 Toyota 4Runner | 17 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2024 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2024 Subaru Forester | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
Recalls (2)
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings › External/Pedestrian Alert · Sep 25, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V639000 · 23,700 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
- Risk
- A vehicle that fails to make sufficient sound may result in pedestrians being unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- The vehicle's body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252527170.
Structure › Body › Door · Dec 21, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V869000 · 265 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.
- Risk
- A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.
Not every 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Chevrolet Equinox buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Visibility/Wiper — 63 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 26 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 25 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 16,989 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 319 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Equinox years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Equinox | 27 | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 Equinox | 27 | 183.1 in | Not rated | 3 | 88 |
| 2025 Equinox | 27 | 190.6 in | Not rated | 6 | 405 |
| 2023 Equinox | 28 | 183.1 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 99 |
| 2022 Equinox | 28 | 183.1 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 186 |
| 2021 Equinox | 28 | 183.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 100 |
| 2020 Equinox | 28 | 183.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 318 |
| 2019 Equinox | 32 | 183.1 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 308 |
| 2018 Equinox | 32 | 183.1 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 410 |
| 2017 Equinox | 25 | 188.2 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 276 |
| 2016 Equinox | 26 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 399 |
| 2015 Equinox | 26 | 188.6 in | Not rated | 2 | 680 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →