Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 Equinox.
The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox pairs an eight-speed automatic transmission with EPA ratings of 25 city, 29 highway, and 26 combined mpg, framing its efficiency around a conventional powertrain layout. Its first model-year reliability footprint shows just 58 owner complaints — the lowest total across the Equinox’s 2005–2026 history and a sharp drop from the 784 complaints that peaked in 2010 — with a single recall and forward collision avoidance emerging as the leading complaint category. That historically low complaint volume suggests the redesign has avoided the early-build issues that have plagued past generations, though the concentration in advanced safety systems warrants attention as more units reach the road.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 25 / 29 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 104 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 30 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the Equinox of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | RS 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 8.60 sec | 16.60 sec | 175 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | RS 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 8.90 sec | 16.70 sec | 175 hp | AWD |
| 2025 | RS 1.5L Turbo I-4 | 9.20 sec | 16.90 sec | 175 hp | AWD |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The federal record for the Chevrolet Equinox shows a significant long-term decline in consumer complaints and technical service bulletins (TSBs), dropping from peaks in the 2010-2013 era to much lower levels in recent years. The 2026 model year continues this downward trajectory, recording 58 complaints and 154 TSBs, a notable decrease from the 208 complaints and 371 TSBs seen in 2025. Primary complaint areas for 2026 include Forward Collision Avoidance (6) and Power Train (4), though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. Safety reports for this year are minimal, consisting of one recall, two crash complaints, and one fire complaint. Positioned at the lowest end of the historical complaint and TSB arc, the 2026 model represents the most stable year in the provided dataset. Given the record-low volume of complaints and TSBs, this is a good year to buy.
All 55 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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Showing 5 of 154 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT5966F | 2026-06-23 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still… |
| 662.20 | 2026-06-22 | Unknown Or Other | • Improvements to the performance of driver assistance features • Fixes to help ensure… |
| PIT6503B | 2026-06-17 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front… |
| N25-252332 | 2026-06-16 | Unknown Or Other | • Fixes to help prevent loss of functionality for connectivity features such as OnStar… |
| PIP6121 | 2026-06-10 | Unknown Or Other | This PI communicates a possible speedometer and/or odometer error due to an error in the… |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 25 city / 29 highway / 26 combined mpg.