Equinox EV AWD
What the Equinox EV adds over the LT
| Spec | LT | Equinox EV |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 63.5 cu-ft | 57.2 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 29.8 cu-ft | 26.4 cu-ft |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 355 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.5L turbo DOHC DI VVT with automatic stop/start | Permanent magnet, bar wound (front); induction motor with no magnet (rear); Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 6.4 in |
| Front headroom | 40 in | 39.1 in |
| Overall height | 65.6 in | 64.8 in |
| Overall length | 183.2 in | 190.6 in |
| Overall width | 74.9 in | 76.9 in |
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in | 58.6 in |
| Steering type | Dual pinion rack electric power steering | Rack EPS |
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with specifically tuned coil springs, direct-acting stabilizer bar | Ind. MacPherson strut w/ stab bar |
| Rear suspension type | Four-link independent rear suspension | Multi-link w/ stab bar |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 all-season | 275/40R21 |
| Total interior volume | 104.3 cu-ft | 102.2 cu-ft |
| Final drive ratio | 5.8 | 11.59:1 (front) / 11.0:1 (rear) |
| Transmission type | Continuously variable transmission | Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.1 ft | 38.1 ft |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 21 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum | Aluminum |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 116.3 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: Aluminum wheels: 19-in., 21-in., Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode, Brake Rotor Size OD: 17-in., Brake Type: Disc / Disc, DC Fast Charge (Public) Up to 150 kW, approximately 77 miles of range in 10 minutes, Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive, EPA-estimated range: FWD 319 miles on a full charge / AWD 285 miles on a full charge, Front Suspension: Ind. MacPherson strut w/ stab bar, Max Trailering Capacity: 1500 lb / 680 kg (requires accessory hitch receiver), Motor Power: FWD 220 hp / AWD 300 hp, Motor Torque: FWD 243 lb-ft / AWD 355 lb-ft, Rear Suspension: Multi-link w/ stab bar, Standard 11.5 kW Level 2 (AC) charging — can add up to 36 miles of range per hour, Steering Type: Rack EPS, Tires: 245/55R19 AL3 Michelin / 275/40R21 AL3-S Continental
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 57.2 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 26.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 102.2 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.4 in |
| Overall height | 64.8 in |
| Overall length | 190.6 in |
| Overall width | 76.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in |
Engine Basics
| Engine type (full description) | Permanent magnet, bar wound (front); induction motor with no magnet (rear); Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 300 hp |
| Torque | 355 lb-ft |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.6 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38 in |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 58.6 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack EPS |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.1 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Ind. MacPherson strut w/ stab bar |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link w/ stab bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 275/40R21 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 11.59:1 (front) / 11.0:1 (rear) |
| Transmission type | Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 21 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety2 std · 0 opt
- Brake Rotor Size OD: 17-in.
- Brake Type: Disc / Disc
Exterior3 std · 0 opt
- Aluminum wheels: 19-in., 21-in.
- NEW Polar White exterior color
- Tires: 245/55R19 AL3 Michelin / 275/40R21 AL3-S Continental
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode
- DC Fast Charge (Public) Up to 150 kW, approximately 77 miles of range in 10 minutes
- EPA-estimated range: FWD 319 miles on a full charge / AWD 285 miles on a full charge
- Motor Power: FWD 220 hp / AWD 300 hp
- Motor Torque: FWD 243 lb-ft / AWD 355 lb-ft
- Standard 11.5 kW Level 2 (AC) charging — can add up to 36 miles of range per hour
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Front Suspension: Ind. MacPherson strut w/ stab bar
- Rear Suspension: Multi-link w/ stab bar
- Steering Type: Rack EPS
Cargo1 std · 0 opt
- Max Trailering Capacity: 1500 lb / 680 kg (requires accessory hitch receiver)
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Equinox. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Equinox EV
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox Equinox EV add over the LT?
Against the LT, 15 features become standard that the LT does not and 22 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.