Chevrolet has given its Equinox SUV a full makeover to help it compete with the likes of the Honda Accord EV and Nissan Leaf. This latest version offers ample passenger room, a comfortable ride, and plenty of cargo space behind the second-row seats when the back row is folded down. The driving position is a bit awkward, though; the two large digital displays in the cockpit demand that you sit a little higher than normal. Chevy includes physical knobs and buttons for some functions but relies on touchscreen-based controls for others (air temperature, for example).

2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV at Go City Chevy powertrains have been tweaked to increase performance. The front-wheel drive model now makes 220 horsepower, while all-wheel-drive models deliver an even 300. Chevy has also ditched the numbered trim levels of last year’s model and replaced them with LT and RS variants, each with several options packages.

On a recent test drive, the Equinox EV’s electric drivetrain did a good job of distributing torque evenly between the front and rear wheels. This helped the SUV feel solid and connected to the road, and its regenerative braking system was quick to slow the vehicle down. Its electric steering felt direct and precise, though it was a little less communicative than the one in the Blazer EV that I drove last week.

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The Equinox EV’s interior is well executed, with a clean design and easy-to-use features. The base model has few creature comforts, but moving up to a LT or RS adds heated seats, a sunroof, and dual-zone automatic climate control. The head-up display of the RS is especially nice. While the rear seat doesn’t fold flat, there is enough cargo space for a couple of large suitcases.