The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV is drawing widespread praise as a value-packed, family-friendly electric SUV that finally makes long-range electric driving accessible to the masses. Freshly crowned with a 5-Star NHTSA safety rating and named MotorTrend’s 2024 SUV of the Year, the Equinox EV has quickly become a highlight in the electric crossover space.
Pricing, Incentives, and “Urgency Factor”
- Starting Price (LT FWD): £26,590.22 (~$33,600)
- RS Trim Starts: £34,420.78 (~$43,400)
- Federal Tax Credit: Up to £5,942.33 (~$7,500) available at point-of-sale—ending September 30, 2025, adding a sense of urgency for buyers.
- Additional Incentives:
- 0% APR for 60 months (well-qualified buyers)
- Costco Executive Members: £990.47 ($1,250) off; Non-Executive: £792.38 ($1,000)
- Example Deal: A real-world buyer, after stacking incentives and a favorable trade-in, drove off with an effective net price of just £6,647.24 (~$8,400) for a well-equipped LT1.
Trims, Features, and Interior Experience
LT Trim
- Screen: Best-in-class 17.7-inch center touchscreen
- Tech: Chevy Safety Assist, cloth (but comfy) seats, manual adjustments, and 19-inch wheels
- Performance: 319 miles (EPA est.), 220hp, 0–60 mph in 7.7s (modest for an EV)
- Interior: Spacious front and back—even suits 6’5″ occupants, dual-height cargo floor, 57.2 cubic feet of rear space. No front trunk (“frunk”), but ample glovebox and practical materials.
RS Trim
- Adds 21-inch wheels, blacked-out design touches, glass sunroof option, heated mirrors, HD Surround Vision, and interior upgrades
AWD Option
- +£2,615.11 (~$3,300)
- Range: 285–307 miles (EPA est.)
- Power: Stronger acceleration (0–60 in 5.8s)
Comfort & Safety
- Over 15 standard safety features, including: Automated Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Vibrating Seat Alerts, Blind Spot Assist
- Available Super Cruise hands-free driving, adaptive cruise, HD surround view, multicolor interior lighting, heated/ventilated options
Infotainment and Integration
- Google-Powered System: Direct app integration (e.g., Spotify, Waze); no native Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Displays: 17.7-inch infotainment, 11-inch digital gauge
- Wireless Phone Charging: Available on select trims
Charging and Technology
- Level 1 (110V): ~5.5 miles/hour
- Level 2 (11.5kW or up to 19.2kW): 34–51 miles/hour, with flexibility for home/campus charging
- DC Fast Charging: Peaks at 150kW (77 miles in 10 minutes, 10–80% in 30–32m)—not class-leading, but manageable due to strong range and Tesla/CCS network access via adapter
- V2H (Vehicle-to-Home): Up to 19.2kW using GM PowerShift Charger; great for resilience during outages
- No built-in NACS port yet, but compatible with adapters
Driving & Ownership Experience
- Comfort: Plush, wide seats; “floaty” ride tuned for comfort, minimal bumps and rattles, very low noise
- Regenerative Braking: Strong, smooth; one-pedal driving for daily ease
- Handling: Gentle, with good turning radius—characterized as a cruiser, not a sporty hatch
- Platform: Shares Ultium/Bev2 architecture with Blazer EV, Honda Prologue, Acura ZDX, Cadillac Optiq/Lyriq, but at a lower price and greater range
- Competition: Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Kia EV6, VW ID.4, Model Y—Equinox EV LT is the most affordable entry point among them
2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV at a Glance
| Trim | Drivetrain | Starting Price | EPA Range | Power | 0–60 mph | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT FWD | FWD | £26,590 | 319 mi | 220hp | 7.7s | 17.7” screen, Safety Assist |
| LT AWD | AWD | £29,205 | 285–307 mi | 288hp | 5.8s | Sunroof, AWD, more tech |
| RS AWD | AWD | £37,036 | 285 mi | 288hp | 5.8s | 21” wheels, surround vision |
Should Existing EV Owners Upgrade?
- Bolt Owners: More space and comfort, faster charging, better range, new platform/safety, higher resale value before the EV credit expires and Bolt successor arrives
Verdict
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV blends space, comfort, technology, and range into an irresistible mid-market package. Charge speeds aren’t best-in-class, but with incentives, value, and everyday usability, it’s a “run, don’t walk” proposition for anyone looking to electrify their daily drive—especially before the tax credit vanishes.
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