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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | EV |
| Base Price | $36,044–$43,364 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV is a ev that earns a Carivo score of 7.8/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.9/10, while Performance at 6.7/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.0/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. On safety, it scores 8.9/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 6.7/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. On technology it rates 8.1/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $36,044–$43,364, 115 MPG, seating 5, the Chevrolet Equinox EV sits in the mid-market bracket of the ev segment. Its value score of 8.7/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on performance if those matter to you; otherwise it does what a good ev should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV ranks #67 of 268 evs in the Carivo database — better than 75% of the segment. Its 7.8/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.6/10. Its $36,044 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $52,750 by about 32%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full EV ranking → · Best EVs under $50k →
Across the Equinox EV model years we've scored, the 2025 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2026 | 7.8/10 | $36,044 | Read review → |
| 2025 (this review) | 7.8/10 | $36,044 | |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $34,995 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Latches/locks/linkages / Doors / Latch 02/10/2024 · 24V737000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. The door strikers were not properly heat-treated, which can cause them to break. |
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| Electrical system / Body control module/bcm 12/12/2024 · 24V925000 | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may have incorrect software and not produce sound at a sufficient volume. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of… |
| Service brakes, hydraulic 16/01/2025 · 25V012000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV all-wheel drive electric vehicles. The adaptive cruise control may fail to engage the brakes as expected, due to incorrect brake module software. |
| Tires / Tread/belt 16/10/2025 · 25V704000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or full tread detachment. |
| Back over prevention / Warnings / External/pedestrian alert 18/12/2025 · 25V878000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply… |
Showing 5 of 6 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
We rate the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV's reliability 7.0/10 — above the middle of the pack for this class. It has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
6 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.8/10 overall, ranking #67 of 268 evs in our database (better than 75% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV starts at $36,044 and ranges up to $43,364 across trims (MSRP when new). At 115 MPG, expect roughly $457/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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