In the car world, it is easy to get caught up in the performance, luxury, and high-tech
features that are offered in today’s vehicles. But at the end of the day, the main purpose of a vehicle remains the same – to get from point A to point B. Now, some of us (me
included) like to get there a little faster, or in luxury and style, but for most drivers, it is just a matter of getting from place to place. And that is where the Chevrolet Equinox EV shines.
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV is the smallest EV in the Chevrolet lineup, slotted just
below the Blazer EV. The Equinox EV shares its name with a gas-powered counterpart,
the Equinox SUV.
With the Equinox EV, you get a practical, comfortable, small SUV that is available with
all-wheel drive and has an EPA-estimated range of more than 300 miles. It’s not crazy
fast like other EVs, and it can easily get lost in a crowd. But for the job it is intended to do, it does it well.
The Equinox EV’s sleek lines and commanding stance make it fit nicely in the Chevrolet
lineup. Like most EVs, the Equinox EV sports pop-out door handles that not only look
and function nicely but help in the overall aerodynamics of the vehicle.
The design and shape of the Equinox EV, along with its single motor and front-wheel
drive, gives it a range of 319 miles. Go with the dual motor all-wheel drive setup and the
range is 285 miles. Both numbers are on par with or better than most of the Equinox EVs
competition.
Released just last year, for its sophomore year, the Equinox has an increase in power. For
front-wheel drive models, power goes from 213 hp to 220 hp, while all-wheel drive
models get a 12 hp boost – from 288 hp to 300 hp. Other changes for 2025 include
merging the 2 LT trim levels and 2 RS trim levels into a single LT and single RS trim
level.
The Equinox EV LT starts at $34,995 and comes with 19-wheels and focuses on
affordability and range. The RS starts at $44,795 and gives a sportier look to the Equinox
EV by adding black accents, 21-inch wheels and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
Entering and exiting out of the Equinox EV is simple thanks to its low ride height. And
despite its compact size, the Equinox EV has generous legroom in both rows, allowing
passengers to stretch out. For the driver, there is a digital dashboard, then mounted in the
center is a large 17.7-inch touchscreen. While the touchscreen is easy to use, there are
still some physical knobs and buttons for some things like volume and air temperature.
The tester arrived as a 2025 Equinox EV LT with a single motor powertrain,
SuperCruise, a ton of options and an MSRP of $50,5405. As mentioned, it’s hardly the
quickest EV out there, taking nearly 8 seconds to get to 60 MPH, but it does just fine for
daily use. It is easy to drive and allows for one-pedal driving if you prefer the
convenience of not having to press the brakes to come to a stop. And like the larger
Blazer EV, the Equinox EV does not have a Start/Stop button. Instead, it is equipped with
Hands-Free Start which automatically starts when you enter the vehicle with the remote
key, press the brake, or close the door. When you’re done driving, shift the Equinox to
Park and the vehicle will turn off when you exit the door. It works but does take some
getting used to.
When looking at the Equinox EV, I see a vehicle that doesn’t stand out great at anything –
but it does do very well in many things. First, it makes for a fine commuter car. It
accomplishes what it was set out to do – taking someone from point A to point B. Second,
being one of the cheapest EVs on the market, it makes for a good way for someone who
wants to try out and see what owning and EV is all about.
– Christopher A. Randazzo
By The Numbers:
2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV LT
Base Price: $33,600.00
Price as Tested: $50,540.00
Layout: front-engine / front-wheel drive
Engine: electric motor
Horsepower: 220 hp
EPA Range: 319 miles[Visit me at www.carsbycar.blogspot.com or email me at auto_cran@hotmail.com]
