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Chevy Equinox EV

Best value EV SUV. 300+ miles for the price of a Camry.

Chevy Equinox EV© Kevauto · CC BY-SA 4.0
Starting price (MSRP)
$35,000
EPA range
319 mi
Body style
SUV / crossover
Budget tier
Under $35,000
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Who it's for

Value-focused EV buyers who want a real SUV at the cheapest price point. The Equinox EV at $35k is the model that finally made EV economics work for mainstream Camry/RAV4 buyers.

What works

  • · Lowest-priced 300+ mile EV SUV on sale in 2026
  • · GM Ultium platform is now mature — software issues from 2024 launch have been largely resolved via OTAs
  • · Google Built-in infotainment (with Maps, Assistant) works well
  • · Manufacturer cash discounts ($7,500+) routinely available, making real-world out-the-door price under $30k

What doesn't

  • · Charging speeds are decent but not class-leading — Hyundai/Kia E-GMP cars charge faster
  • · Interior materials are functional rather than premium — feels like a $35k car (because it is)
  • · Cargo capacity and rear-seat space are mid-pack, not class-leading
  • · Tow rating is limited — not the truck-replacement option some buyers expect

Context

GM's mainstream EV bet, and the model that's been most successful at converting Camry/RAV4/CR-V shoppers to EVs. The launch had some software issues (touchscreen freezes, charging glitches) but 18+ months of OTAs have largely fixed them. The 2024 production cars had a battery cell supplier issue that GM has addressed; verify any used example was built post-resolution. The LT trim with the Long Range AWD package is the value sweet spot.

Owner reviews

No owner reviews yet. If you own a Chevy Equinox EV, we'd love to publish your honest take — email spencerdstone@gmail.com.

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