2026 Chevrolet Equinox

Autry Morlan Chevrolet offers the 2026 Equinox in three distinct trims: LT, RS, and ACTIV. The LT focuses on everyday essentials and comfort with features like heated front seats, steering wheel heating, and a modern infotainment center. The RS brings a sportier edge, adding styling accents such as blacked-out mirrors and emblems, unique wheel designs, flat-bottom steering, and interior contrast stitching. The ACTIV trim leans into the rugged side, offering all-terrain tire options, a mixed-material seat treatment combining Evotex with sueded microfiber, and exterior elements that emphasize a more adventurous character.

Under the hood, every 2026 Equinox is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing approximately 175 horsepower and torque in the region of 184 lb-ft (203 lb-ft in AWD configuration). In front-wheel-drive models, that engine is paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT), while all-wheel-drive variants use an eight-speed automatic transmission for enhanced responsiveness.

The 2026 Equinox delivers a composed and confident ride suited to mixed driving conditions across Missouri. All trims include a standard drive mode selector, allowing drivers to tailor the vehicle’s behavior to road conditions or weather. The ACTIV trim, with its rugged design, is tuned to handle more challenging terrain thanks to suspension calibration and all-terrain tire options. Equinox supports towing of up to 1,500 pounds in AWD trims while front-wheel-drive models offer a lower towing capacity. Steering and handling remain balanced, and the SUV is designed to deliver solid control under varying road conditions.

Stepping inside, the 2026 Equinox cabin emphasizes connectivity and usability. The driver-facing instrumentation includes an 11-inch digital display, while an 11.3-inch touchscreen serves as the infotainment hub with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ support. Seating surfaces vary across trims—higher levels like RS and ACTIV offer upgraded combinations of Evotex and sueded microfiber with contrast stitching. Cargo versatility is facilitated by a 60/40 split fold-down rear seat and hidden underfloor storage. Features like a hands-free power liftgate are available on higher trims for added convenience when loading gear.

Chevrolet wraps the 2026 Equinox in a robust safety package. The standard Chevy Safety Assist system includes forward collision alert with automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, lane-keep assist with departure warning, a following-distance indicator, and IntelliBeam automatic high beams. Upper trims and option packages add enhancements such as HD surround vision, rear cross-traffic braking, adaptive cruise control, and additional camera systems to support visibility in tight spaces or low-light conditions.