We are on the cusp of the EV revolution, and everyone wants a piece of the pie. With multiple states already set to ban the sale of new internal combustion engines by 2035 and emissions regulations getting tighter every day, manufacturers are scrambling to update their lineups. Chevrolet is no different, and at CES 2022, General Motors revealed a model that could prove to be very important for its electrification strategy: the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV.
First introduced in 2004, the Equinox is a crossover SUV that went through three generations before the EV version was unveiled last year. The Equinox EV is set to go on sale in the fall of 2023 as the 2024 model year and has some promising specs. This includes a permanent magnet e-motor with a power output of about 210 horsepower in the standard trim, coupled with a large battery that should offer a range between 250 and 300 miles per charge. The exterior has been redesigned from the ground up, and the new EV version bears little resemblance to its ICE predecessors. It will be offered in five different trims, so keep an eye on those before making a buying decision. Here are 15 things you should know about the upcoming Chevrolet Equinox EV.
Updated on July 10, 2023: The Chevrolet Equinox EV is an excellent electric crossover that deserves as much recognition as possible. So, instead of letting this article get buried in the multitudes of other dead articles online, we have decided to refresh and update it with more data to keep you informed with the most up-to-date information. Enjoy!
1 The Chevrolet Equinox EV Fills A Much-Needed Void
The Chevy Bolt EV was one of the most exciting models for General Motors in quite some time, at least until the car began to have problems with battery fires. Up until then, the car filled a gap in the market that buyers were simply gobbling up. A low-budget vehicle that anyone could afford was what the Bolt was all about, but it has to be retired because of the long line of issues it has had, which is where the Chevy Equinox EV comes in. It will fill the gap that the exiting Bolt will be leaving without bringing the problems and bad reputation that plagued the Chevy Bolt for the seven years it was in production.
2 The Equinox EV Will Be Offered In Five Trims
The Equinox EV will be available in LT and RS levels, which are further broken down into five trims:
- Chevrolet Equinox EV 1LT: starting around $30,000
- Chevrolet Equinox EV 2LT: starting around $34,000
- Chevrolet Equinox EV 2RS: starting around $37,000
- Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT: starting around $40,000
- Chevrolet Equinox EV 3RS: starting around $44,000
The LT will have black with a blue or gray interior, while the RS will have black with red or an all-red interior. The base 1LT is the only trim with a range of 250 miles, while the rest of the trims come with the bigger 80kWH battery and a range of 300 miles. The base 1LT trim will have an 11-inch touchscreen, while the rest will have a 17.7-inch touchscreen. Higher trims will also feature a full-length light bar.
3 The Equinox EV Will Be Based On The Same Platform As The Hummer EV
The Chevrolet Equinox EV will be based on GM’s Ultium platform. The Ultium platform is the new EV battery and motor architecture developed by GM for its upcoming electric vehicles and was first unveiled in 2020. The new division is further broken down into Ultium Drive and Ultimate Battery subdivisions. It covers front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive propulsion combinations and even includes high-performance and off-road capabilities.
Chevy Equinox EV Specs
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Model |
Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD |
Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD |
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Powertrain |
one electric motor |
dual electric motor |
|
Power |
210 hp |
290 hp |
|
Torque |
242 lb-ft |
346 lb-ft |
Ultium is touted as a multi-segment platform shared by many models and brands, including future models by Honda and Acura. The already-released GMC Hummer EV and the upcoming Chevrolet Blazer and Silverado EVs are based on the same platform. The platform is considered so flexible that GM will use it in each of its upcoming electric vehicles, ranging from cars to full-size trucks.
4 The Equinox EV Supports Up To 150 kW Fast-Charging
See 23 People Crammed Inside Suzuki Vitara Small Crossover
# See 23 People Crammed Inside Suzuki Vitara Small Crossover
The Suzuki Vitara is a small crossover that is popular in Europe. Although it is not sold in the United States, it is currently manufactured in Hungary and China. However, its sales in Europe have decreased in recent years, with only about 40,000 units delivered to customers in 2022 compared to over 80,000 in 2019. To showcase the practicality of the Vitara, Suzuki Iberica, the Spanish arm of the brand, decided to conduct a unique marketing campaign.
Suzuki Iberica challenged 23 people to get inside the cabin of the Vitara. Although this is far from the world record of 57 people inside an original Volkswagen Beetle, it is still impressive considering the relatively small 98.4-inch (2,500-millimeter) wheelbase of the Vitara. Suzuki emphasizes that the Vitara has one of the largest cabins compared to its compact exterior dimensions.
During the Suzuki Family Day in Spain, which celebrated 20 years of Suzuki Iberica, the brand showcased the Vitara facelift. The rear seats were folded down to create more space, allowing six people to sit in the front and another seventeen in the area behind the front seats, which has a volume of 39.51 cubic feet (1,119 liters). All 23 participants were medium-sized youngsters who completed the challenge with a fun choreography, a lot of elasticity, and enthusiasm. You can watch the footage of the experiment at the top of this page.
The current fourth-generation Vitara was launched in 2015 and received a facelift in 2018. Despite being one of the oldest models in Europe’s subcompact segment, it remains popular. Since March 2020, the model is only available in Europe with a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine supported by a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. The peak system output is 127 horsepower (95 kilowatts) and 173 pound-feet (235 Newton-meters) of torque. In selected countries like Hungary, France, Poland, and the Netherlands, there is also a more powerful 1.5-liter hybrid option with 115 horsepower (85 kilowatts).
Alfa Romeo Supercar Officially Confirmed For August 30 Debut
Alfa Romeo has announced that it will officially unveil its highly-anticipated supercar on August 30. The announcement was made at an event in China where the facelifted Giulia and Stelvio models were introduced. Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato expressed his excitement about the project, stating that it is a dream come true inspired by a daring team.
The supercar has been shrouded in mystery, with only a few teaser images released so far. The latest teaser image reveals a round taillight, hinting at a retro-flavored design possibly influenced by the T33 Stradale. The choice of August 30 for the world premiere may be linked to the 2023 Formula 1 Italian GP at Monza, which is scheduled to take place that weekend.
Rumors suggest that the supercar could be called the “6C,” as indicated by the taillight’s depiction of a “6” and a “C” combined. This would suggest a six-cylinder engine, following the four-cylinder engine of the 4C and the V8 engine of the 8C. If this speculation is accurate, the supercar may be powered by a twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6 engine, similar to the one found in the limited-run Giulia GTA.
Alfa Romeo’s new flagship model aims to fill the void left by the cancellation of the GTV and 8C revivals. CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato has assured that the new supercar will be an all-Alfa effort, dispelling any rumors of it being a rebranded Maserati MC20. Imparato has described the car as “iconic, super-sexy, and recognizable.”
Given its limited production run, the 6C is expected to be the most expensive Alfa Romeo ever produced. It is expected to be a collector’s item, particularly as electrification looms on the horizon for the brand. The world premiere of the supercar will take place at Alfa Romeo’s museum in Arese.
Stellantis Reduces Availability of Combustion-Only Vehicles in 14 States
Stellantis, the automaker, has made the decision to no longer stock combustion-only vehicles in 14 states across the United States. This choice is a response to the emissions regulations established by the California Air Resources Board, which are more stringent than the nationwide standards. However, customers in these 14 states can still place orders for gasoline-powered vehicles with Stellantis.
The company has announced that it will only allocate models with internal combustion engines and no electric support to dealerships if there are specific customer orders. On the other hand, dealerships in states that do not follow the California Air Resources Board regulations will no longer receive deliveries of plug-in hybrid models unless there are customer orders.
The 14 states that adhere to the emissions guidelines established by the California Air Resources Board are Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington.