Used 2025 Chevrolet Equinox for Sale nearKalamazoo, MI

How much does the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox cost?

Prices have softened 11.15% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 9,673 listings available, which suggests solid inventory availability for used shoppers.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox a good car?

The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox earns an expert rating of 7.67/10.

The standout strength is Safety at 9/10.

The redesign gives you a more modern look, new standard tech, and a value-focused setup that fits a compact crossover shopper who wants everyday usability without stretching the budget. The trade-offs are that cargo space is small for the class and the voice assistant can be finicky, so you should weigh convenience and packaging against the fresh styling and equipment. The market also shows 35.1% of listings as good or great deals, which supports the value case.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox is presented as a redesigned, more complete version of Chevy’s compact crossover, with added standard safety equipment and updated tech that should help it feel more polished in daily use. Its single-engine setup and updated transmissions suggest a straightforward mechanical formula rather than a complicated one, and the available AWD setup adds a more robust transmission choice than the FWD version.

The performance notes point to a quiet, comfortable ride in normal driving, with stronger response at low speeds and more noise when you ask for highway passing power. The cost-effectiveness notes also reinforce that the base model includes standard wireless smartphone projection, Chevy Safety Assist, and Teen Driver Technology, which can reduce the need to add extras just to get core features.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that a compact crossover with modest power and a small cargo area may feel less satisfying if your needs grow beyond commuting and family duty.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Chevrolet Equinox?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re comparing trims or looking at higher-mileage examples. Focus on condition, feature content, and whether the equipment on the listing matches what you expect from the trim level you want. If you’re considering AWD, make sure the drivetrain and related features are working as intended.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The LT is the starting point and comes with 17-inch wheels, while the RS adds black mirrors and badges, a larger grille opening, red RS emblems, and standard 19-inch wheels. The ACTIV shifts the look toward adventure with dark chrome accents, simpler grille inserts, 17-inch wheels, and all-terrain tires. The base LT is the value play if you want the lowest entry price, while RS and ACTIV are more about style and personality.
• Powertrain: You get a single 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 175 horsepower. FWD models use a CVT, while AWD models use an eight-speed automatic and get more torque. AWD also unlocks Off-Road mode in addition to Normal and Snow modes.
• Safety package: Chevy Safety Assist is standard and includes rear park assist, lane-change alert with side blind-zone alert, enhanced automatic emergency braking, enhanced lane-keep assist with lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, rear seat reminder, and automatic high beams. The available Safety & Technology package adds rear pedestrian alert, HD surround vision, traffic-sign recognition, and a camera rearview mirror for $1,085.
• Infotainment: The standard touchscreen measures 11.3 inches, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. Google Built-In is standard too, along with wi-fi hotspot capability and a six-speaker audio system. Wireless charging is standard on RS and ACTIV and available on LT.
• Fuel efficiency: No MPG or MPGe figure is stated in the available data.

Which 2025 Chevrolet Equinox trim should I buy?

The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox is offered in 3 trim levels: LT, RS, ACTIV.

Here's the short version:

• LT: This is the best-value trim if you want the lowest entry price and the core equipment that makes the Equinox appealing, including standard wireless smartphone projection and Chevy Safety Assist. It also gives you the cleanest path into the lineup without paying for styling extras.
• RS: Choose this if you want the sportier look and more upscale visual treatment, including black mirrors and badges, a larger grille opening, red RS emblems, and standard 19-inch wheels. It also brings wireless charging standard.
• ACTIV: Pick this if you want the most distinctive personality in the lineup, with dark chrome accents, all-terrain tires, and a more adventure-oriented appearance. It also gets wireless charging standard.

The available Safety & Technology package can add rear pedestrian alert, HD surround vision, traffic-sign recognition, and a camera rearview mirror to any trim for $1,085.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Chevrolet Equinox?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market.

• Deal availability: 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 9,673 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.15% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 91.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $25,116, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox's resale value?

The current average of $26,578 sits slightly below last year's $29,913.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy more confidently today. If you plan to sell later, the current softness may limit short-term appreciation, but it also means your entry price is lower than it was a year ago. For a future seller, the key will be how well the Equinox holds demand as a redesigned model with strong standard equipment.

Is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox safe?

The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Chevy Safety Assist is standard, and it includes rear park assist, lane-change alert with side blind-zone alert, enhanced automatic emergency braking, enhanced lane-keep assist with lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, rear seat reminder, and automatic high beams. Teen Driver Technology is also standard, letting you set limits and monitor driving behavior for a secondary key.

The available Safety & Technology package adds rear pedestrian alert, HD surround vision, traffic-sign recognition, and a camera rearview mirror for $1,085. That means you get a strong standard safety foundation, with extra visibility and awareness features available if you want to step up.

Should I buy a 2025 Chevrolet Equinox or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 35.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.15% compared with last year.
• The redesign brings new standard tech and safety features plus a more modern look.

Consider the 2026 if:

• At $28,959, the 2026 costs more than the current year's $26,578 average.
• It adds a standard drive mode selector.

The bottom line: If you want the better value play, the 2025 is the stronger buy because it combines a lower average price with a fresh redesign and strong standard equipment. If you’re willing to pay more for a slightly newer model year and a small feature update, the 2026 is the secondary path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.