A midsize SUV shouldn’t require much adjustment to your life. It needs enough room for passengers and luggage, manageable dimensions, useful technology, and sufficient performance for the journeys you’re likely to make.
The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox follows that formula rather well. It seats 5, offers up to 63.5 cu. ft. of cargo volume, and combines a turbocharged engine with available AWD.
For drivers near Nashville, Indiana browsing our new Chevrolet SUV inventory, it’s a practical middle ground between Chevrolet’s smaller crossovers and larger family SUVs.
One Turbo Engine, With a Choice of Drivetrains
Every 2026 Chevrolet Equinox uses a 1.5L Turbocharged engine producing 175 hp. Torque depends on configuration, with FWD models producing 184 lbs. ft. of torque and available AWD versions increasing that figure to 203 lbs. ft. of torque. The transmissions differ as well. FWD models use a continuously variable automatic transmission, while AWD versions receive an 8-speed automatic.
A Drive Mode Selector allows the driver to adjust vehicle responses for different conditions. Properly equipped models can also tow up to 1,500 lbs., providing useful capacity for a small trailer or recreational equipment. It’s a relatively simple powertrain lineup, which makes choosing an Equinox more about how and where you’ll use it than deciphering a lengthy engine catalog.
LT, RS, and ACTIV Take Three Different Approaches
Chevrolet offers the 2026 Equinox in LT, RS, and ACTIV trims, and each has a distinct character. LT covers the everyday essentials particularly well, including heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and an 11.3-inch diagonal infotainment touchscreen.
RS gives the Equinox a more sporting appearance with black exterior accents and a flat-bottom steering wheel. Available 20-inch machined wheels and a two-tone Black roof push the design further without changing the SUV’s practical nature. A
CTIV is aimed toward drivers who expect to spend more time away from smooth pavement. It adds all-terrain tires, uniquely tuned suspension, and Evotex and sueded microfiber seating surfaces.
Browse our Chevrolet Equinox inventory to compare the 3 trims and see which combination of design and equipment suits your plans.
The Interior Puts the Space Where You’ll Use It
An SUV can have impressive exterior dimensions and still be awkward inside. The Equinox concentrates instead on usable space.
There’s seating for 5, and the 60/40 split-folding rear seat lets you trade passenger capacity for cargo room when required. Fold the rear seats and maximum cargo volume reaches 63.5 cu. ft., giving you considerably more space for luggage, sports equipment, home-improvement supplies, or weekend gear. The cabin also retains the manageable character that makes the Equinox easy to use around town.
Drivers deciding between sizes can compare it with other models in our new Chevrolet lineup, including the smaller Trailblazer and larger SUV alternatives.
The Screens Are Large, but the Idea Is Simple
The 11.3-inch diagonal infotainment touchscreen gives the Equinox a clear centerpiece for entertainment, navigation, and connected functions. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility allow drivers to integrate compatible smartphones, while available Google built-in provides access to functions including Google Maps and Google Assistant directly through the vehicle.
An 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center places additional vehicle information ahead of the driver. Available wireless phone charging and OnStar® connected services add further convenience without cluttering the cabin with unnecessary controls. It’s technology designed to make common tasks easier rather than simply giving the specification sheet more lines.
More Than 15 Safety Features Come Standard
The 2026 Equinox includes more than 15 standard safety and driver-assistance technologies. Chevy Safety Assist brings together Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and IntelliBeam® automatic high beams. Side Bicyclist Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Braking are also included.
Additional available technologies include HD Surround Vision and a Rear Camera Mirror, providing more information around the vehicle in situations where visibility can become difficult.
For a family SUV likely to encounter school traffic, crowded parking lots, highways, and unfamiliar roads, those systems have obvious everyday value.
See How the Equinox Fits Your Routine
Explore our new Chevrolet inventory at Meier Chevrolet near Nashville, Indiana and compare available Equinox LT, RS, and ACTIV models.
When you’ve found the configuration that fits your daily driving, schedule a test drive online and see how the Equinox works on the roads you’ll use every day.
