2026 Chevrolet Equinox For Sale

The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox starts at $28,800 before the $1,995 destination charge, makes 175 horsepower from a 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder, and returns an EPA-estimated 29 mpg on the highway — the right-sized, two-row compact SUV that fits a Berks County driveway and a US-222 commute equally well. This page walks the powertrain, the three trims, the technology and the safety story, then points you to the deeper research pages and the Equinox stock on the lot.

Outten Chevrolet stocks the lineup across all three trims, from the value-leading LT to the rugged ACTIV, and the team can put you behind the wheel the same day you visit. For a Reading household weighing fuel economy against an easy-to-park footprint, the Equinox answers both questions before the price tag even enters the conversation.

2026 Equinox Engines and Powertrain

One engine powers every 2026 Equinox, and the choice you actually make is the drivetrain. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is a $2,000 option on any trim — the Equinox uses AWD, not a truck-style 4WD system, so it stays car-easy to drive while adding wet-road and light-snow traction for a Blue Mountain grade on Route 61.

1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder — 175 horsepower

The 1.5L turbo four makes 175 horsepower on every trim. Torque is 184 lb-ft with front-wheel drive and rises to 203 lb-ft with all-wheel drive. Front-drive models pair the engine with a CVT tuned for smooth, efficient cruising; all-wheel-drive models use an 8-speed automatic. Properly equipped with all-wheel drive and the Trailering Package, the Equinox is rated to tow up to 1,500 pounds; front-drive models are rated at 800 pounds.

Equinox Trim Lineup and Pricing

Three trims span the range. Prices below are base MSRP and exclude the $1,995 destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment. All-wheel drive adds $2,000 to any trim. The LT is the value entry and the volume seller; the RS is the blacked-out sport look; the ACTIV is the rugged, trail-styled pick.

The jump most Reading shoppers weigh is LT to RS or ACTIV, because that is where the extra driver aids and the sport or rugged styling become standard rather than optional. Add all-wheel drive to any of the three for $2,000 when winter traction matters more than the sticker.

Technology and Connectivity

Every 2026 Equinox carries an 11.3-inch touchscreen with Google built-in — Maps, Assistant and the Play Store baked into the dash — paired with an 11-inch digital driver display, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hotspot and USB-C ports, standard from the LT up. New for 2026, a Drive Mode Selector is standard on all trims, with Snow and Off-Road modes ready for a gravel launch at a Blue Marsh Lake boat ramp. Available upgrades include wireless phone charging, a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view camera and a rear camera mirror.

Interior, Space and Comfort

Inside, there's room for five across two rows, a 60/40 split-folding rear bench and about 104 cubic feet of passenger space. Behind the second row sits 29.8 cubic feet of cargo; fold the rear seat and that opens to 63.5 cubic feet — enough for a Cabela's run off I-78 or a weekend of gear for the family. The RS and ACTIV also add a hands-free power liftgate. At 183.2 inches long, the Equinox is easy to slot into a tight spot near the Reading Pagoda without giving up back-seat room.

Fuel Economy and Cargo Space

With front-wheel drive, the Equinox earns EPA estimates of 26 mpg city, 29 mpg highway and 27 mpg combined; all-wheel drive rates 25 mpg city, 29 mpg highway and 26 mpg combined. A 14.8-gallon tank stretches those highway miles across a Greater Reading week of school runs and US-222 errands without a mid-week fill-up. Pair that efficiency with the 29.8 cubic feet of cargo behind the rear seats, and the Equinox covers the daily-driver job most families in Berks County actually ask of an SUV.

Safety and Driver Assistance

Every trim includes Chevy Safety Assist as standard — a six-aid package anchored by automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert and lane keep assist, plus pedestrian braking, IntelliBeam and a following-distance indicator. On the RS and ACTIV, blind-spot alert, rear cross-traffic alert and reverse automatic braking are standard; LT buyers get them in the $945 Safety and Technology Package. Adaptive cruise control is available. Every 2026 Equinox is backed by a 3-year / 36,000-mile limited warranty with 5 years / 60,000 miles of powertrain coverage.

Which 2026 Equinox Is Right for You?

Match the trim to how you actually drive:

See the 2026 Equinox inventory in stock, or get pre-approved before you visit — a well-equipped RS with all-wheel drive sits above its $33,600 starting figure once destination and options are added.

Why Buy the 2026 Equinox at Outten Chevrolet

For a compact SUV in Berks County, the two decisions that matter are drivetrain and driver-assist content, and both are easier to settle in person than on a spec sheet. Shoppers from Reading, Schuylkill Haven and Bally cross-shop the class and keep the Equinox on the list for its price, its 29 mpg highway rating and its easy footprint on US-222 and Route 61. Find us at 1080 S Fourth St, one turn off the Route 61 business corridor and a short run from Cabela's and Kutztown; call (610) 674-0598 to line up a test drive, or schedule one online and we will match the trim to the way you drive.

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