Images of the forthcoming Chevrolet Equinox EV have surfaced online, courtesy of China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), providing a sneak peek at the battery-powered vehicle set to make its debut in China. These revelations shed light on what awaits U.S. consumers as the Equinox EV is poised to arrive from its manufacturing hub in Mexico later this fall.
The MIIT-released images showcase an RS-badged model, strikingly similar in appearance to its U.S.-bound counterpart. The vehicle boasts a sleek, closed front grille with integrated main beam lights, a rear diffuser, and an array of video cameras, presumably designed for a comprehensive 360-degree view accessible through the infotainment system.
Furthermore, the Equinox EV is equipped with blind spot visual alerts incorporated into the side mirrors, front and rear parking sensors, a two-piece sunroof, and a choice of roof colors—matching the body or in black.
Government filings have also provided the vehicle's dimensions. The Equinox EV measures 190 inches (4,845 millimeters) in length, 75 inches (1,913 millimeters) in width, and 65 inches (1,644 millimeters) in height. These measurements position it as slightly longer and taller than the Tesla Model Y by 3 inches and 1.1 inches, respectively, while being marginally narrower by 0.6 inches compared to its Tesla counterpart.
As for pricing, General Motors anticipates that the Chevrolet Equinox EV will become one of the most competitively priced electric vehicles in the United States upon its arrival at dealerships later this year. The entry-level 1LT variant is expected to carry a price tag of approximately $30,000.
Production of this model varies by region, with China's SAIC-GM responsible for manufacturing the Chinese versions and the U.S.-bound units being assembled at Mexico's Ramos Arizpe factory, sharing the production line with the Honda Prologue. The first units began rolling off the assembly line in June, as reported by X.
In the United States, consumers can expect five trim levels, with the initial 2RS variant slated to reach dealerships this fall. It boasts a GM-estimated range of up to 300 miles for the front-wheel drive version, complemented by 20-inch wheels and a heated flat-bottom steering wheel.
The remaining versions (1LT, 2LT, 3LT, and 3RS) are scheduled to become available in the spring of the following year, offering a minimum GM-estimated range of 250 miles for the base 1LT with front-wheel drive. While pricing details are still pending, General Motors is expected to release more information as the model's official launch date draws near.
In related developments, a petition signed by approximately 600 electric vehicle drivers urges the American automaker not to discontinue the entry-level Equinox. This appeal draws parallels to GM's previous decision to forego the most affordable variant of the Chevrolet Blazer EV, which was initially slated to start at around $45,000. This petition raises concerns about the potential discontinuation of the entry-level Equinox EV.
