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Chevrolet Equinox

3 generations of the Chevrolet Equinox rated, newest first.

Chevrolet Equinox (3rd Gen)

18-21

The 3rd gen Equinox added turbocharged power and modern safety tech, but the 1.5T LFV engine has documented oil consumption and piston issues, the same concern that followed GM's small-displacement turbos into this generation.

80AGUC score–
70
Rel
78
Cost
95
Safe
65
Prac
100
Rep
SUV

Chevrolet Equinox (2nd Gen)

10-17

The 2nd gen Equinox made the necessary safety upgrades and added a proper 4-cylinder, but the Ecotec LE9's oil consumption and piston ring issues keep it ranked below the Japanese competition.

78AGUC score–
65
Rel
74
Cost
95
Safe
65
Prac
100
Rep
SUV

Chevrolet Equinox (1st Gen)

05-09

The 1st gen Equinox is primarily here for completeness, its reliability, fuel economy, and safety scores make it difficult to recommend except at rock-bottom prices to a mechanically savvy buyer.

68AGUC score–
55
Rel
68
Cost
70
Safe
65
Prac
100
Rep
SUV
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