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2020 L Front-Wheel Drive
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Price:   -  From $23,800
2020 LS w/1LS Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $26,300
2020 LT w/1LT Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $27,500
2020 LS w/1LS All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $27,900
2020 LT w/1LT All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $29,100
2020 LT w/3LT Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $29,900
2020 LT w/2LT Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $30,000
2020 Premier w/1LZ Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $31,400
2020 LT w/2LT All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $31,600
2020 Premier w/1LZ All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $33,000
2020 Premier w/3LZ Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $33,500
2020 Premier w/2LZ Front-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $34,100
2020 Premier w/2LZ All-Wheel Drive Price:   -  From $35,700
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3 (Good)

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Overview

The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox is back with no major changes. The most notable development is that the 1.6-liter diesel engine has been dropped due to low demand. The lack of changes also means that many advanced safety features still aren't widely available.

Chevrolet Equinox

Choosing Your Chevrolet Equinox

Chevrolet offers four trims for the Equinox: L, LS, LT, and Premier. Pricing starts at $24,995 including destination for the L and goes up to $32,595 for the Premier.

Engine Choices

With the diesel engine deleted from the lineup, there are now only two engine choices. The base 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder motor offers good fuel economy, while the 2.0-liter turbo-four brings welcome power upgrades.

Engine TypeHorsepowerTorqueMax TowingFuel Economy (Combined)
1.5L Turbo-4170 hp203 lb-ft1,500 lbs28 mpg
2.0L Turbo-4252 hp260 lb-ft3,500 lbs25 mpg

The larger engine costs $2,500 on the LT and $2,700 on the Premier. The 1.5-liter engine retains Chevy's six-speed automatic transmission, while the larger sibling utilizes a nine-speed automatic. All-wheel drive is available for $1,600 on every Equinox except the L.

Passenger & Cargo Capacity

The Equinox seats five and offers 29.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. If the second row is folded, the Equinox houses 63.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity.

Chevrolet Equinox

Safety Features

Every Equinox automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, and automatic high beams. Also standard are lane keeping assist and lane departure warning, which come in handy on long freeway drives.

Although the LT trim brings standard HID headlights, there isn't much in the way of safety upgrades until the Premier. The range-topping trim gets LED headlights and taillights, blind-spot monitoring, lane change alert, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear park assist. Unfortunately, adaptive cruise control is only available on the Premier model, and even there it's part of a $1,650 package.

The 2020 model hasn't been tested by the IIHS or NHTSA yet, but expect it to keep its five-star overall safety rating from last year.

Connectivity

The Equinox features a 7-inch infotainment screen with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. A 3.5-inch driver information display is also standard, but a 4.2-inch color version takes over on the LT and up. The LT and higher also get SiriusXM satellite radio, while the Premier trim gets an 8-inch color touchscreen with navigation and wireless charging.

Chevrolet Equinox

L - From $24,995

The Equinox L is unlikely to be found on dealer lots, as it's special order only and designed for fleet use. As such, it's also the most spartan trim with cloth upholstery, two paint choices, and halogen headlights. Riding on 17-inch aluminum wheels, the L does offer keyless entry, keyless start, and heated outside mirrors.

LS - From $27,495

The LS is the true base model of the lineup, but it's specification is almost identical to the L despite the $2,500 price premium. The only things new to the lineup are a spare tire and carpeted rear floor mats.

Basically, you're paying for the privilege of being able to select all-wheel drive, more exterior colors, and standalone options and packages. Our favorite is the LS Convenience Package ($685) that adds an eight-way power driver's seat with lumbar support and deep-tinted rear glass.

LT - From $28,695

The Equinox LT is the first trim where the 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine becomes available. It also gets the 4.2-inch driver information display and an eight-way power driver's seat with lumbar control.

Shoppers can unlock the Equinox's full array of safety features with the Confidence and Convenience Package ($2,045). It brings blind-spot monitoring, lane change alert, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear park assist alongside creature comforts like remote start and heated front seats.

Those looking to trick their Equinox out in black will want the Midnight Edition Package ($2,230), while the 8-inch touchscreen with navigation requires the Infotainment Package ($745).

Premier - From $32,595

The Premier trim gets a wealth of extra safety, technology, and comfort features over the LT. Additionally, the Equinox Premier is bolstered by chrome exterior touches, a hands-free gesture liftgate, and heated outside mirrors with integrated turn signals.

The cabin gains the 8-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless charging, and an HD rearview camera. The driver and passengers can enjoy perforated leather seating, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control.

Audiophiles should consider the Infotainment II Package ($1,125), which adds a seven-speaker Bose audio system and HD radio.

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Choosing a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox LT provides a full choice of engine and drivetrain combinations, while the Confidence and Convenience Package justifies its cost with useful safety and comfort features.

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Expert Review

Pros
  • Solid turbo engines
  • Agreeable cabin for five
  • New standard active safety features
  • Composed ride
Cons
  • Slow 9-speed transmission
  • Dated exterior
  • Diesel engine is no longer available
  • Bare base trim
Expert Rating
3 (Good)

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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Advanced safety features no longer optional. The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox finally receives more standard safety features, including lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, and automatic emergency braking.

With more standard safety features, the Equinox is more competitive in the compact crossover landscape. Blind-spot monitoring, a surround-view camera system, and rear cross-traffic alert are still optional.

Chevy also improved the Equinox’s headlights, allowing it to receive an IIHS Top Safety Pick designation. The model also carries a five-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA.

Well-equipped higher trims. Ignoring the Equinox’s base L trim, its lineup is comprised of value-packed options that come with a strong list of niceties.

Standard features on the L trim include a 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, six audio speakers, wi-fi hot spot, keyless open and start, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and automatic headlights.

While not as well equipped as rivals, the addition of more standard safety features makes the L trim a stronger value option for 2020.

Higher Equinox trims come with a hands-free liftgate, an 8-inch touchscreen, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, heated exterior mirrors, a wireless charging pad, heated front seats, leather upholstery, and remote start.


Chevrolet Equinox

Average interior space and comfort. As a compact crossover, the Equinox is easy to get in to and reasonably spacious for three passengers in the back. The seats are comfortable, and while the driver’s seat lacks height adjustability, it’s still easy to find the ideal seating position.

Cargo capacity isn’t stellar, lagging behind competitors like the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4, but it’s certainly not bad for the segment. The Equinox has 29.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and a total of 63.9 cubic feet. That should be more than enough for most.

No longer the star in fuel economy. With the discontinuation of the diesel engine, the Equinox isn’t the star of the compact segment anymore, but its engine provides a decent amount of grunt for daily use.

The standard motor is a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 170 horsepower. LT and Premier trims can be fitted with a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder that’s rated at 252 hp, making it the one to have if you seek more power.

Fuel economy for the Equinox falls behind the competition with the death of the diesel. The 1.5-liter is rated at an EPA-estimated 28 miles per gallon combined, while the 2.0-liter achieves 25 mpg. The CR-V and the RAV4 are both rated at 30 mpg combined.

Final thoughts. The 2020 Chevy Equinox is far from our favorite compact crossover, but it should meet the needs of most buyers. Now that more safety features come standard, it’s a stronger value option and can now stand its own against rivals when it comes to safety.

Where the Equinox falls behind the competition is its bland exterior styling and low-quality cabin. We know the model was redesigned in 2018, but we’re looking forward to a mid-cycle refresh in the near future that will hopefully bring some standout elements. The interior of the Equinox is just adequate. Materials aren’t as nice as competitors’ and fit and finish lags behind the competition.

The CR-V continues to be the perennial leader in the class. It’s more efficient, has a larger cargo area, and has a cabin that’s more comfortable. The Subaru Forester is another strong competitor. It comes with all-wheel drive as standard, is an excellent value proposition, is more efficient, has more cargo space, and comes with high-quality interior materials.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.5L I-4 / 170 HP / 203 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd sequential shift control auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
26 / 31 / 28 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.5L I-4 / 170 HP / 203 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
26 / 31 / 28 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Strut
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
14.9 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Regular Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$57
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
63.9 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
100 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
183.1 "
Exterior Width
72.6 "
Exterior Height
65.4 "
Front Headroom
40.0 "
Rear Headroom
38.5 "
Front Legroom
40.9 "
Rear Legroom
39.9 "
Front Shoulder Room
57.2 "
Rear Shoulder Room
55.5 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,274 Lbs.
Wheel Base
107 "
Turning Radius
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Silver Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Surround
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
6-way
Front Armrests
6-way
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
60-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Am/fm, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
6
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Rearview Mirror
Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Forward Collision Alert With Automatic Emergency Braking Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist With Lane Departure Warning Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Front Pedestrian Braking Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Intellibeam Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Major Components Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
12 Months / Unlimited Miles
Roadside Assistance Months
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
72 Months / 100,000 Miles
Accessories Months

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