Used 2022 Chevrolet Equinox for Sale nearAlexandria, VA

How much does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox cost?

Prices have softened 12.88% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 6,671 listings available, which suggests you should have a healthy set of options to compare.

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox earns a 4.8/5 user rating and a 6.8/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Technology at 8/10.

Owners consistently praise its comfort, fuel efficiency, and spaciousness, and they also like the smooth ride and modern features. That lines up with the Equinox’s use case as a comfortable, straightforward small SUV with useful tech and a simple ownership experience. The main trade-offs are fairly pedestrian performance and an irritating transmission, and the cargo area is not especially generous. Even so, it remains appealing if you value wireless smartphone integration and easy day-to-day usability over excitement.

There are 31.9% good or great deals in the market, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience, with praise for comfort, fuel efficiency, and overall value. The expert review also emphasizes that the Equinox is easy to live with and straightforward to use, which supports the idea that it should be a low-drama daily driver. Chevy’s three-year, 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and five-year, 60,000-mile powertrain coverage add some reassurance for used buyers. Long-term ownership risk is mostly about condition and maintenance history rather than any obvious red flags in the model itself.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 80.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any candidate, because accident-free listings are common but not guaranteed. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that checks the transmission behavior, interior wear, and how well the tech features work. Focus on overall condition, since the model’s appeal depends heavily on comfort, usability, and clean presentation.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The RS adds black exterior trim, darkened 19-inch wheels, a black interior with red stitching, and a model-specific shift knob, while base trims are more restrained and most trims come with cloth seats standard.
• Powertrain: You get a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 170 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and standard front-wheel drive or available all-wheel drive.
• Safety package: Standard driver aids include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian braking, forward collision warning, following distance indicator, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, a Safety Alert Seat, and Teen Driver; adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-change alert, surround-view camera, front park assist, rear park assist, and automatic parking assist are optional.
• Infotainment: A 7-inch touchscreen is standard, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and higher trims get an 8-inch screen plus a 4.2-inch instrument-cluster display; navigation and a Bose 7-speaker audio system are available.
• Fuel efficiency: The Equinox is rated at 28 mpg combined, with 26 mpg city and 31 mpg highway for front-wheel-drive models.

Which 2022 Chevrolet Equinox trim should I buy?

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox is offered in 4 trim levels: LS, LT, RS, Premier.

Here's the short version:

• LS: This is the entry point, so it makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the Equinox lineup and are comfortable with the standard equipment set.
• LT: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it builds on the base setup without pushing you into the pricier upper end of the range.
• RS: This is the style-focused choice, with blacked-out exterior details, dark 19-inch wheels, and a sportier cabin look.
• Premier: This is the top trim if you want the most upscale version of the Equinox and are willing to pay for it.

Safety equipment is strong across the lineup, but some advanced driver-assistance features remain optional rather than standard.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 6,671 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.88% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 80.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $18,680, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox's resale value?

The current average of $18,680 sits slightly below last year's $21,441.

That price decline suggests the Equinox has become more affordable for used buyers, but it also means a future seller may face a softer market than before. If you buy at today’s lower average, you may have less depreciation pressure than someone who bought when prices were higher. Still, resale will depend heavily on mileage, condition, and how well the vehicle has been maintained. A clean history and strong equipment mix should help it stay competitive when you eventually sell.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox safe?

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox earns a five-star overall rating from NHTSA, with five-star ratings in frontal and side crash tests and four-star ratings in rollover crash tests. It received top “Good” scores in most IIHS crash tests, but a “Marginal” rating in the updated side crash test.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard driver-assistance features include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian braking, forward collision warning, following distance indicator, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, a Safety Alert Seat, and Teen Driver. Optional features include adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-change alert, a surround-view camera system, front park assist, rear park assist, and automatic parking assist. The Marginal IIHS side-crash result is the main caveat to keep in mind.

Should I buy a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 80.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.88% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2022 adds revised styling, wireless smartphone integration, and available parking-assist tech.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $20,924, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $18,680 average.
• It adds a little extra power and a more sophisticated braking system.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2022 is the smarter buy because it combines lower pricing with strong owner satisfaction and solid inventory. If you can stretch for a newer model and want the incremental updates, the 2023 is the cleaner upgrade path.

How does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox compare to the 2022 GMC Terrain?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2022 Chevrolet Equinox:

• Pros: Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Easy-to-use technology.
• Cons: Fairly pedestrian performance, Irritating transmission, Not much cargo space.

2022 GMC Terrain:

• Pros: Comfortable, Easy-to-use technology, Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
• Cons: Sluggish performance, Interior materials feel cheap, Poor value for money.

Our experts score the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox 6.8/10 and the 2022 GMC Terrain 6.7/10. The Equinox edges the Terrain on expert score and looks like the better value based on the pros and cons listed here. Both offer easy-to-use tech and wireless smartphone integration, but the Equinox’s drawbacks are more about driving feel and cargo space, while the Terrain’s list includes weaker value and cheaper-feeling materials.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.