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Used Chevrolet Equinox: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Chevrolet Equinox from 2010 to 2025, across 3 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $5,500 to $26,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2014–2017, 2019–2025. Look harder at or skip 2010–2013, 2018.
2025–2025 Chevrolet Equinox
A redesigned compact SUV with bold styling and more interior room than before.
Years to target: 2025. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,500 | Target | Not rated | ~25,000 |
Worth knowing
- It is too new for a proven reliability record, and the turbo four is adequate rather than strong.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the RS or ACTIV: they add more standard comfort features than the LT, and AWD is the pick for winter. Every 2025 model has an 11-inch touchscreen.
On the test drive
Test the infotainment screen and wireless phone connection, which runs the car's main controls. Ask whether the CVT fluid has been changed, and feel for shudder or hesitation when pulling away.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from the start of this generation (2025).
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2025, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: standard from the start of this generation (2025).
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus NX 2018–2020 · $24,000–$28,500
- Toyota Corolla Cross 2022 · $24,500
- Lexus UX 2020–2022 · $22,500–$27,500
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2018–2024 Chevrolet Equinox
A smaller, lighter Equinox with turbocharged engines and a short-lived diesel option.
Years to target: 2019–2024. Look harder at or skip: 2018. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $12,000 | Look harder | 5 of 5 | ~95,000 |
| 2019 | $13,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~85,000 |
| 2020 | $15,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~75,000 |
| 2021 | $16,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~65,000 |
| 2022 | $19,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~55,000 |
| 2023 | $22,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~40,000 |
| 2024 | $25,000* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~30,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- 2018: owner complaints spike (407, mostly the brakes).
- The base 1.5-liter feels slow with passengers, so the 2.0-liter turbo is worth seeking out.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the LT: it adds remote start, alloy wheels and a power driver seat over the LS, with packages for heated seats and blind-spot monitoring. CarPlay is standard.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from 2020, optional from 2018.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2018, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota RAV4 2016–2018 · $16,500–$19,500
- Acura RDX 2017–2018 · $16,500–$18,500
- Lexus UX 2019 · $20,500
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2010–2017 Chevrolet Equinox
A roomy compact SUV with a sliding rear seat, a comfortable ride and available six-cylinder engines.
Years to target: 2014–2017. Look harder at or skip: 2010–2013. It has a below-average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $5,500 | Skip | 4 of 5 | ~155,000 |
| 2011 | $6,000 | Skip | 4 of 5 | ~145,000 |
| 2012 | $6,500 | Skip | 4 of 5 | ~135,000 |
| 2013 | $6,500 | Skip | 4 of 5 | ~125,000 |
| 2014 | $7,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~115,000 |
| 2015 | $7,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~105,000 |
| 2016 | $8,500* | Target | 4 of 5 | ~100,000 |
| 2017 | $9,000* | Target | 4 of 5 | ~90,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- Skip 2010–2013. The 2.4-liter engine in these years is known for burning oil and timing chain wear.
- Later 2.4-liter engines improved, but check the oil level regardless, and fuel economy is average.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the LT: it adds a touchscreen, rearview camera and power driver seat (2LT) over the LS. Avoid high-mileage 2010 to 2013 2.4-liter engines due to oil consumption.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota RAV4 2010–2012 · $7,500–$8,500
- Toyota Venza 2010 · $8,500
- Honda CR-V 2010 · $8,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.