The Equinox has long been one of Chevrolet’s most popular SUVs thanks to its attractive combination of price, features, and performance. For 2025, this iconic ride enters its fourth generation with a fresh look, a first-ever outdoor-inspired ACTIV trim, larger screens, and new safety technologies. Inside and out, this is a major upgrade that should appeal to any Portland driver seeking a reliable commuter car with plenty of room for adventures.
The all-new 2025 Chevrolet Equinox is offered at three trim levels: LT, RS, and ACTIV. This is a simpler trim structure than you’ll typically find in this segment so you can easily choose your preferred configuration. The most affordable model is the Equinox LT, which comes with all the basics and even some niceties, like heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.
If you’re willing to invest a little more money, you can choose the RS or the ACTIV versions. They both have the same starting price, giving you two distinct upgrade paths. With the RS, you’ll ride on larger wheels and enjoy more sophisticated technologies, making it a good fit for city drivers who want a bit of extra flair. The ACTIV, on the other hand, focuses on off-road capability with features like standard all-terrain tires.
In short: LT for value, RS for sophistication, and ACTIV for adventure.
No matter your chosen trim, every Equinox offers an excellent baseline level of comfort and practicality that families will enjoy. Over 40 inches of front legroom and exactly 40 inches of front headroom ensure the Equinox is accommodating to drivers of all shapes and sizes. This is doubly true with the 8-way power-adjustable seat and power lumbar control that comes on the RS and ACTIV. Rear space is just as impressive, with nearly legroom and headroom both just shy of 40 inches, making the Equinox adept at transporting tall teenagers and even adults in the back seat.
Cargo space is generous as well: 29.8 cubic feet behind the rear seats, and a whopping 63.5 cubic feet with the rear seat folded all the way down. It’s easy to configure the seats just the way you need for passenger or cargo room; and thanks to the 2025 redesign, the cabin now has more nooks and crannies for your various objects, including deep cup holders.
Just as with space, all Equinox models share a wide range of advanced safety features. Every trim comes with standard Chevy Safety Assist, a suite of smart technologies like forward collision alert with automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian and bicyclist braking, and intersection automatic braking. These are increasingly common in modern cars, but the Equinox goes even further with additional safety features you won’t find in many rival brands. These include reverse automatic braking, side bicyclist alert, and blind zone steering assistance.
More subtle safety features, which nonetheless go far in protecting your family, including Buckle to Drive, front and rear occupant presence detection, Chevrolet’s excellent Safety Alert Seat, and OnStar® services.
The all-new 2025 Equinox features two large infotainment displays: an 11-inch digital instrument cluster and an 11.3-inch central touchscreen. The system is powered by Google built-in software, leading to excellent operation and responsiveness. Wireless smartphone connectivity, voice assistance, in-vehicle apps, and high-speed Wi-Fi — it’s all standard.
The RS and ACTIV trims add a wireless charging pad, helping you keep the cabin free of unnecessary cable clutter. And thanks to the standard active noise cancellation system, you won’t have to speak up to be heard by the kids, or have to turn up the volume to hear the music over the noise of the road.
There’s plenty more still to discover about the 2025 Chevy Equinox. Visit Quirk Chevrolet of Portland, Maine, to get a closer look at its exciting new redesign!
