New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Specs, MPG, Release Date

New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Specs, MPG, Release Date  –   Despite sharing the Equinox brand, the New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV differs significantly from its compact-SUV brother in other aspects. Its powertrain replaces gasoline power with electron power, which is where the distinctions begin. With just one electric motor, the base front-wheel drive engine has a peak output of 213 horsepower. There is an option for all-wheel drive, and the dual motor system boosts power to a more exuberant 288 horsepower.

Depending on the trim level, front-wheel drive versions can have a driving range of up to 319 miles; switching to all-wheel drive reduces that estimate to 285 miles. The exterior design of the Equinox EV combines futuristic elements with more conventional crossover design cues, and it looks great. There are many features, like as GM’s Super Cruise hands-free driving assistance system, but the cabin isn’t as roomy as it could be as you might expect. The Equinox’s attractive pricing makes it a viable alternative to a conventional gasoline compact SUV for those who are willing to make the switch to an electric vehicle.

New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Redesign and Update Plan

Exterior and Interior

The interior of the Equinox EV feels about as spacious as the gasoline-powered vehicle, despite having a cargo capacity of only 57 cubic feet when the back seat is folded. Inside, purchasers will discover a digital dashboard with a sizable 17.7-inch touchscreen in the middle, resembling the one seen in the recently unveiled Silverado EV. Upgrading to the 2LT, 3LT, and RS trims unlocks a plethora of goodies, including as heated seats, power seats, a sunroof, dual-zone temperature control, and more. Base versions are pretty basic and don’t even have power-adjustable front seats. If you choose the 2RS and 3RS models, the sensual Adrenaline Red interior motif is yours to choose.

New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Specs

All Equinox EV models have the same size battery pack, although the range estimates vary depending on trim level and powertrain configuration. So far, Chevy is only saying that front-wheel-drive models will offer up to 319 miles of range per EPA estimates, while the all-wheel-drive version drops that range estimate down to 285 miles. In our real-world 75-mph highway range test, both versions of the Equinox EV delivered a result of 260 miles, which we think comes down to the different wheel and tires on our test cars.

Engine and performance

drive in the front wheels The 213 horsepower single electric motor that powers Equinox EVs can be upgraded to 288 horsepower by choosing the optional dual-motor all-wheel-drive system. During our drive of the Equinox EV, we noticed that the front-wheel-drive engine felt slow and lacked the instantaneous power delivery that is characteristic of electric motors. We advise going with the all-wheel-drive system since it is much more potent and gives the Equinox EV a more spirited appearance. The steering is nicely weighted, the ride quality is pleasant, and we appreciate that there are several regenerative braking settings, including a one-pedal driving mode.  New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Specs

New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Fuel Economy

The EPA rates the all-wheel drive Equinox EV at 96 MPGe combined, while the front-wheel drive model is rated at 108 MPGe combined. In our real-world average fuel-economy test, the all-wheel-drive Equinox EV scored 91 MPGe at 75 mph, just over the EPA’s highway estimate.  New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Specs

New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Safety Features

Every Equinox EV comes with an 11.0-inch digital gauge display with a secondary touchscreen for infotainment. In the 1LT model, that infotainment display is 11.0 inches but a larger 17.7-inch screen is optional on 2LT and 2RS models and standard on the 3LT and 3RS. Unfortunately, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone-mirroring capabilities are not offered, but the infotainment system does include built-in apps such as Google Maps and Spotify, and uplevel models getting in-dash navigation and an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot.  New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Specs

New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Price and Release Date

The price of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV starts at $34,995 and goes up to $46,795 depending on the trim and options. Only the more expensive models will be available at launch, with the less expensive $34,995 1LT base model arriving later in 2026. We think the 2LT will provide the best value among the trims, because we expect the base car to skimp on comfort and convenience features in the name of that attractively low price.  New 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Specs