2023 EQUINOX BUYER’S GUIDE

The Chevrolet Equinox is one of the most sought-after compact crossovers on the market right now. Perhaps people purchase it due to its roomy interior or impressive infotainment system, but whatever the reason, it has made this crossover an important part of the Chevrolet lineage. The final week of production for the 2022 version will start on Aug. 19.

As much as we love the 2022 version, its production end means that the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox will be with us in a matter of months. Read on to find out what new features and trim levels the 2023 Chevy Equinox version will bring.

OVERVIEW

The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox is expected to be a refreshed take on the 2022 version, meaning there’s no redesign or major change planned until 2024, when Chevrolet aims to release the Equinox crossover with a new look.

To explain it better, we need to go back to the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, which received a facelift originally scheduled for the 2021 version. Due to the pandemic and the global microchip shortage, it was delayed and rescheduled for the current model. Most changes were made to the grille and exterior lighting.

Additionally, a sportier-looking model joined the lineup — the RS — which has a different front-end design, 19-inch wheels, and black exterior trim and upholstery. Chevrolet also made a meaningful change to the crossover’s engine and transmission so that all models now have a 170 horsepower, 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a six-speed automatic transmission. Every model uses front-wheel drive as standard, but you can opt for an all-wheel-drive (AWD) version. The available trim levels for this version are LS, LT, RS, and Premier.

The 2022 version also received the highest marks from the National Institute for Highway Safety and the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.

As noted, the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox will be a carryover of the 2022 version, so most of those specifications, except for the engine, will stay the same. Also, it’s expected that an all-electric version will be available in fall 2023.

PRICING AND RUMORED RELEASE DATE

As one of the most popular vehicles on the market, the 2023 version of the Chevrolet Equinox is expected to maintain the same MSRP of $26,995 for the base model and $32,145 for the most expensive model. This is partly because Chevrolet wants customers to keep coming back and to keep an edge over the competition. 

Regarding the release date, we know that Chevrolet started accepting orders for the 2023 Equinox in late June, and production is set to begin in late August. However, there’s yet to be an official statement from the company announcing the release date.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

As stated before, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox uses a 170-horsepower, 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine; however, the 2023 version received a boost of 5 horsepower. In other words, the 2023 version will have an output of 175 horsepower, with the same six-speed automatic transmission. The torque remains the same, at 203 lb-ft.

The 2023 Equinox version is also coming with front-wheel drive (FWD) as standard, but customers can opt for AWD too. Regarding fuel economy, this version is estimated to have 26 mpg for city driving and 31 mpg on the highway for FWD models, and 25 mpg and 30 mpg, respectively, for AWD models.

INTERIOR

As with most vehicles, the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox’s interior comfort and styling will depend on the trim level you choose. For example, the LS and LT trim levels come with cloth upholstery, while the RS and Premier trims use perforated leather. In the same way, a wrapped steering wheel is standard in the Premier trim and optional in the RS.

The LS and LT trims come with a 7-inch infotainment touch screen, while an 8-inch version is standard for upper trims. The LT and RS models use a new safety and infotainment package, including a 360-degree camera system, a heated steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, and navigation.

This five-seat compact crossover has a rear legroom space of 39.9 inches and 29.6 cubic feet of cargo space or 63.9 cubic feet if the rear seats are folded down.

EXTERIOR STYLING

The exterior styling of the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox maintains the characteristic essence of past models with a few twitches. The base model, LS, uses 17-inch alloy wheels along with LED headlights — now the standard lights for all models. Customers can also opt for a Midnight Edition cosmetics package, which includes black exterior elements and 18-inch alloy wheels.

Another important change has been made to the color palette of the 2023’s lineup with Radiant Red Tintcoat, Harvest Bronze Metallic, and Sterling Gray as the newest options available.

PERFORMANCE

If you had the pleasure of driving the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, then you already know that driving this crossover feels great. Yet, Chevrolet decided to slightly improve the crossover’s brake system, so you can enjoy an even better driving experience.

As we stated before, the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox had a small increase in engine output, but the change here is in the brake system — it now has an electronic booster to upgrade the brakes. In addition, the suspension is set for everyday comfort, and the maximum towing capacity is 3,500 pounds.

INTERESTING FEATURES

The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox comes with lots of features that make this crossover a solid option for buyers.

The first feature we’d like to mention is OnStar, a handy system for roadside assistance, emergency service calling, and vehicle diagnostics. Every new Equinox comes with a five-year subscription to this feature.

The second feature is the hands-free tailgate operation, which is activated every time your foot comes near the sensor under the rear bumper as long as you have the key with you. Please note that this is only available for upper trim levels.

And the third and last feature we’d like to mention is the safety alert seat, which informs drivers of approaching threats by vibrating the right or left side of the driver’s seat, depending on the direction of the threat.

HOW CAN KOONS WHITE MARSH CHEVROLET HELP YOU?

If you’re in the White Marsh, Maryland, area, we invite you to get in touch so that we can help you on your journey to purchasing the 2023 Chevy Equinox. Or, if you already own an Equinox from past years and are trying to upgrade, contact a member of our team for assistance.

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