2023 Chevrolet Equinox

When shopping for the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox, you can choose among four trims: LS, LT, RS, and Premier. The SUV comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels and LED headlights, while the top-of-the-line Premier trim offers a hands-free tailgate option. To add more flare, consider adding either the Midnight Edition or Redline Edition. The Midnight Edition adds black metallic exterior paint and 18-inch wheels, while the Redline Edition includes 19-inch wheels with red accents and black centers as well as black exterior accents. Three new colors are also available and include Harvest Bronze Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, and Sterling Gray Metallic.

One of the minor updates from the outgoing model to the 2023 one involves horsepower. The newer model receives a 5-horsepower boost. Every Equinox has a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that gets 175 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, which shifts easily. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available.

Compared to other vehicles in its class, the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox achieves excellent gas mileage. Expect to get an EPA-estimated 26 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway on vehicles that have front-wheel drive, while all-wheel-drive models get 24 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. The SUV has a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 pounds when properly equipped.

Five people can sit comfortably inside the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox, and those riding in the front seats have enough headroom and legroom. Opting for the Confidence and Convenience package adds heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Cargo space is on par with other vehicles in its class with 29.9 cubic feet of space behind the back row and 63.9 cubic feet of space when you fold down those seats. The SUV's infotainment system comes standard with a 7-inch touchscreen display, but an 8-inch one is available. Other standard features include satellite radio, Bluetooth, four USB ports, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.

Chevrolet knows how important safety is, which is why the automaker outfitted every 2023 Equinox with a handful of driver-assistance features. Some of these key features include forward automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, automatic high-beam headlights, and a rear-seat reminder. Several additional features are available and include hands-free park assist, adaptive cruise control, and a surround-view parking camera system. This extensive list of safety features resulted in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarding the SUV with its highest rating in six original crash safety tests.