What is the Chevrolet Equinox?
The Equinox is Chevrolet’s compact SUV, with a cabin and higher seating position for everyday passenger use. It has been part of Chevrolet’s compact SUV range since its first generation.
The first generation ran from 2005 to 2009, followed by the second from 2010 to 2017. The third generation covered 2018 to 2024, and the fourth began in 2025. Each generation brought a new design and updated equipment.
Engines and power
US EPA and Canadian NRCan listings cover Equinox engines from 1.5 L to 3.6 L. They include petrol, diesel and flex-fuel E85 versions. The listings span 69 US versions and 62 Canadian versions, across different model years and engines.
How economical is the Chevrolet Equinox?
The lowest US consumption figure is 7.4 L/100 km, and the best combined EPA rating is 32 MPG. Canada’s lowest listed result is also 7.4 L/100 km, measured under NRCan’s 5-cycle procedure. These figures use different test procedures. European figures use WLTP or, for older tests, NEDC.
Where was the Equinox sold?
US EPA listings cover 2005–2027, while Canadian NRCan listings cover 2005–2026. The first and second generations are listed for the US and Canada; the third and fourth also appear in the European generation record.
Questions and answers
How many generations of Chevrolet Equinox are there?
Four: I (2005–2009), II (2010–2017), III (2018–2024) and IV (from 2025).
What is the Equinox’s lowest listed fuel consumption?
The lowest figure is 7.4 L/100 km in both the US EPA and Canadian NRCan listings, though the test procedures differ.
What fuels and engine sizes are covered?
The listings cover petrol, diesel and flex-fuel E85 versions, with engines from 1.5 L to 3.6 L.
What is the best combined EPA rating listed for the Equinox?
The best combined EPA rating shown is 32 MPG.



