Used Chevrolet Equinox for Sale nearGrand Rapids, MN

How much does the Chevrolet Equinox cost in today's market?

Used Chevrolet Equinox prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Chevrolet Equinox's current nationwide average price is $19,286, and its lowest point over the past year was $18,274. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Chevrolet Equinox a good car?

Yes — the Chevrolet Equinox is a strong used SUV choice if you want comfort, space, and easy everyday usability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.49/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Equinox for its roomy cabin, smooth ride, and practical value. Across the model years, shoppers also tend to appreciate its comfortable interior, family-friendly packaging, and useful technology.

Expert reviews rate the 2025 and 2020 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs are the fairly pedestrian performance, the irritating transmission, and the limited cargo space relative to rivals.

33.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Chevrolet Equinox models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Equinox’s comfort, roomy interior, and everyday practicality as its biggest strengths. The model also earns praise for its easy-to-use technology and generally family-friendly character.

• Owners rate the Chevrolet Equinox between 4.24 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is highest on earlier model years, so a careful history check and inspection matter most when you shop older examples.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: EPA-rated 27 mpg combined (26 mpg city, 29 mpg highway)

Which Chevrolet Equinox trim should I buy?

The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox offers these trims:

• LT: The LT starts the lineup with standard chrome grille mesh, 17-inch wheels, cloth seats, an 11-inch digital instrument cluster, an 11.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and standard driver-assistance features; it is the best-value trim for most shoppers.
• Activ: The Activ adds a more prominent lower front fascia, more chrome trim, all-terrain tires on 17-inch wheels, unique microfiber and Evotex seats, and a more rugged look for buyers who want the most distinctive styling.
• RS: The RS adds more black trim, a wider grille, standard 19-inch wheels, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and upholstery with Torch Red and Santorini Blue stitching for a sportier appearance.

What Chevrolet Equinox do most buyers choose?

The Chevrolet Equinox years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume model years tend to be popular because they combine broad availability with newer features and strong deal percentages. That gives you more choices at the price points many used shoppers are targeting.

What is the Chevrolet Equinox's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want prices to work in your favor. The steepest drops are concentrated in several newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older years are declining more slowly. Overall, the table points to a market where buyers have leverage across much of the lineup.

The 2015, 2014, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Chevrolet Equinox safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2025: 9/10
• 2023: 6/10
• 2022: 7/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2015: 8/10

The 2026 Equinox comes standard with expected driver-assistance features, including automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, lane-keep assist, lane-departure warning, high-beam assist, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear park-assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2019, 2020 and 2025 models all post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Chevrolet Equinox now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2026 model is at −7.55% versus a year ago, and the 2025 model is at −11.11%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.1% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $26,482. The Chevrolet Equinox offers a roomy cabin and a practical, easy-to-live-with character that suits everyday family use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model uses a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four making 175 horsepower, with 184 pound-feet of torque on FWD models and 203 lb-ft on AWD models.
• Tech: The latest model includes an 11-inch digital instrument cluster, an 11.3-inch touchscreen, Google built-in apps, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest model adds a surround-view camera system, a digital rear-view mirror, rear pedestrian alert, and traffic-sign recognition through the Safety and Technology Package.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $30,795 for an LT model with FWD.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.