Key Features of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox

Chevy Safety Assist

Every 2026 Equinox includes Chevy Safety Assist, a suite of six advanced features designed to help you stay alert and act with confidence. Automatic Emergency Braking and Forward Collision Alert support you with visual and audible warnings and can help you mitigate or avoid an impact when traffic changes abruptly. Front Pedestrian Braking adds extra awareness in crosswalks or busy parking areas, while Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning helps you stay centered and signals if you drift. A Following Distance Indicator helps you maintain a safe gap, and IntelliBeam® automatically toggles between high and low beams to adapt to oncoming traffic. Beyond this suite, available enhancements like HD Surround Vision, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Rear Camera Mirror, and Side Bicyclist Alert provide a near-360-degree perspective that’s especially helpful in tight lots and busy neighborhoods.

11.3-inch Diagonal Infotainment Touch-Screen and 11-inch Driver Information Center

The 11.3-inch diagonal infotainment touch-screen places core apps and settings in a clean, easy-to-navigate layout, while the 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center puts crisp vehicle data directly in your line of sight. With Google built-in, you can use Google Assistant voice commands for directions, calls, messages, and more—freeing your hands to focus on the wheel. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility integrate your smartphone seamlessly, and available wireless phone charging keeps your device topped up without hunting for a cord. Together, these displays transform daily driving—wayfinding, playlists, podcasts, and vehicle settings all feel more intuitive, faster to access, and less distracting.

1.5L Turbo Engine and Drive Mode Selector

Equinox pairs its efficient 1.5L Turbo engine with a responsive character that shines in city traffic and open-road cruising alike. Power delivery is smooth and predictable, with the kind of everyday punch that makes merging and passing stress-free. The standard Drive Mode Selector allows you to tailor throttle and traction responses—ideal for those weeks when the weather can’t make up its mind. Available all-wheel drive adds sure-footed composure, while up to 1,500 lbs of towing capability lets you bring along bikes, a small trailer, or weekend gear without fuss. It’s a balance of efficiency and capability that fits real-world driving in four seasons.

Flexible Cargo Space and AutoSense Power Liftgate

Inside, Equinox is deceptively roomy, with up to 63.5 cu. ft. of max cargo volume when you fold the 60/40 split-bench seat. The flat load floor and wide opening make it easy to slide in coolers, strollers, or camping gear, while hidden storage under the rear cargo floor helps keep valuables out of sight. For hands-full moments, the available hands-free AutoSense Power Liftgate is a standout—simply approach and it can open automatically, taking the strain out of loading groceries or luggage. Roof rails add flexibility for bulky items, and the convenient center console with pass-through keeps essentials like beverages and electronics within easy reach for everyone onboard.

RS and ACTIV Design Choices

The lineup’s distinct trims make it simple to choose your vibe. RS leans into a sporty aesthetic with a unique RS-only grille and front fascia, Black emblems and badging, 19-inch—and available 20-inch—machined wheels, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and available two-tone Black roof. ACTIV is tuned for adventures, wearing 17-inch machined wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires, protective cladding, and a uniquely tuned suspension that provides a confident ride on varied surfaces. Inside, ACTIV’s Evotex and sueded microfiber seating surfaces with ACTIV stitched into the head restraints look refined and feel durable, while optional contrasting two-tone roofs and premium stitching throughout the cabin elevate the sense of occasion across the range. Color choices such as Polar White, Mosaic Black Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Sterling Gray Metallic, Cacti Green, and Reef Blue Metallic—plus striking two-tone combinations—underscore the Equinox design story.