2026 Chevrolet Equinox mpg
Combined mpg, LT FWD
27mpg
- 26 city, 29 highway.
- Top 24% of 139 SUVs (2026).
- 6 trims: 26 to 27 mpg.
- Electric trims: up to 319 miles of range.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Power 17 cents per kWh.
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City mpg | Hwy mpg | Combined | Tank, gal | Miles per tank | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LT FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 29 | 27 | 14.8 | 400 | $1,422 |
| ACTIV FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 29 | 27 | 14.8 | 400 | $1,422 |
| RS FWD | 1.5L | FWD | 26 | 29 | 27 | 14.8 | 400 | $1,422 |
| LT AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 25 | 29 | 26 | 15.6 | 406 | $1,477 |
| ACTIV AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 25 | 29 | 26 | 15.6 | 406 | $1,477 |
| RS AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | AWD | 25 | 29 | 26 | 15.6 | 406 | $1,477 |
Fuel cost
LT FWD, 27 mpg combined.
- Per year
- $1,422
- Per month
- $119
- Per mile
- 11.9 cents
- Fill the tank
- $47.36
- Top trim: ACTIV AWD. $1,477 a year. $55 more than the LT FWD.
Electric trims
| Trim | Drive | Range, mi | kWh per 100 mi | MPGe | Full charge | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV 4dr LT1 w/PCY FWD | FWD | 319 | 31.1 | 108 | $16.85 | $634 |
| EV LT 1 FWD | FWD | 319 | 31.1 | 108 | $16.85 | $634 |
| EV 4dr LT2 w/PDE FWD | FWD | 319 | 31.1 | 108 | $16.85 | $634 |
| EV LT 2 FWD | FWD | 319 | 31.1 | 108 | $16.85 | $634 |
| EV RS FWD | FWD | 319 | 31.1 | 108 | $16.85 | $634 |
| EV LT 1 AWD | AWD | 307 | 32.6 to 35.1 | 103 | $17.08 | $668 |
| EV LT 2 AWD | AWD | 307 | 32.6 to 35.1 | 103 | $17.08 | $668 |
| EV RS AWD | AWD | 307 | 32.6 to 35.1 | 103 | $17.08 | $668 |
Where kWh is disputed or missing, costs use EPA MPGe.
Charging specs
| Version | Plug | Onboard AC, kW | DC peak, kW | 10-80%, min | Level 2, hours | Battery, kWh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | CCS1 | 11.5 | 150 | 35 | 7.5 | 85 |
Charging specs: maker data, one source.
Do I need a Level 2 charger?
No. A 120 V outlet adds 45 miles in 10 hours.
You drive 33 miles a day.
Level 2 full charge: 7.5 hours.
EV LT 1 FWD. 120 V outlet: 1.4 kW.
Trip cost
| Trip | Gallons | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 100 miles | 3.4 | $11.03 |
| 300 miles | 10.3 | $33.10 |
| 500 miles | 17.2 | $55.17 |
| 1,000 miles | 34.5 | $110 |
Commute cost
- Per month
- $103
- Per year
- $1,233
- Miles a month
- 867
LT FWD. 20 miles each way, 5 days a week.
Is 27 mpg good? Yes. Beats 68% of 2026 cars.
MPG by year
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Combined mpg | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Equinox | LT FWD | 27 mpg | |
| 2026 Chevrolet Blazer | 2LT FWD | 25 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Chevrolet Traverse | LT FWD | 22 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer | LS FWD | 30 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 GMC Terrain | Elevation FWD | 27 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Nissan Rogue | FWD S | 32 mpg | Compare |
| 2026 Chevrolet Trax | LS FWD | 30 mpg | Compare |
What this cannot tell you
EPA ratings. Your own mpg will differ.
Gas prices change by state and by week.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree