2022 Equinox Buyer’s Guide: Here’s What You Need to Know
The 2022 Chevy Equinox makes some bold new changes for the model year, and there is an exciting trim lineup of all new features that will surely entice a lot of potential shoppers. The Equinox is designed to appeal to those looking for a quality compact crossover SUV for their next purchase. If you need help deciding which trim to go for, what features best suit you, and what available accessories and packages you can get with the crossover SUV for the next time you visit Depaula Chevrolet, your Chevy Equinox dealer, this 2022 Equinox buyer’s guide will help you get set on the right path.
New Features for the 2022 Chevy Equinox
All new features have been made available for the compact crossover SUV for the 2022 model year. This includes an all-new refreshed exterior, with improved stylings for the front and rear fascias, as well as an exciting new grille design, and all new LED headlamps and new LED daytime running lights. The RS trim is also brand new to the 2022 model year, featuring specific interior and exterior options. New interior alterations have also been made for the LS and LT trims, as well as added standard functionality for safety, tech, and infotainment.
The 2022 Chevy Equinox Trim Lineup
The 2022 Chevy Equinox is available in four different trim formats. You can get each trim format in two different drivetrain configurations discussed further down below. The trims include a base or entry-level trim in the form of the LS, followed by the more customizable LT, the performance-themed RS, and the luxury-oriented Premier.
The base trim starts at $25,800, with the starting prices getting higher for each trim. [a] Keep in mind that pricing for each trim will depend on what available features and accessories you add to the overall package. The listed MSRP also doesn’t include destination and freight charges. Additional equipment and other configurations can also alter what the total costs are, so you’ll need to talk with us about pricing, features, and packages to get a better idea of what your budgetary ceiling might be and what will best work for you.
Each trim comes with a number of different options, so you can tailor your wants and needs. Be sure to talk to our salespeople about what options are available to you, as well as what trim best fulfills all the points on your wishlist. If you only want the basics, then the LS is the way to go. If you want more options and additional packages, then the LT is right up your alley. However, if you want maximum luxury and performance capabilities, the RS or Premier might be your preferred route.
The LS Trim Features
As the lowest trim in the lineup, the LS trim comes with a lot of the basic amenities and features you would want from a compact SUV, ranging from basic exterior stylistic features such as 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels and automatic LED headlamps to an active noise cancellation design to keep external sounds out and interior sounds inside. Within the interior, you also have a lot of basic utility and infotainment features available, including 12-volt front and cargo area power outlets, along with USB ports for charging devices.
The LS also comes with various comfort and infotainment features, such as a 4-way manual driver and front passenger seats. You can enjoy your favorite music with a 6-speaker audio system or take advantage of your apps and media from your smartphone, thanks to the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Equinox trims also come equipped with Bluetooth wireless connectivity that can be accessed via voice-activated controls, or you can take advantage of the steering wheel media buttons to easily control what you’re listening to and the volume control.
Unique to the LS trim is the 3.5-inch monochrome digital driver information display with telematics, so you have instant access to vehicle health and other traveling information. All Equinox trims also come standard with the Chevy Safety Assist, which includes active and passive safety systems, including a full airbag system and the OnStar & Chevrolet connected services for traveling aid and emergency assistance. You also get features like:
- Carpeted Floor Mats
- Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System with 7-inch HD touchscreen
- Cruise Control
- Keyless Open/Start
- Premium Cloth Seats
- Rear Vision Camera
- Solar-Absorbing Glass
- Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability
The LT Trim Features
The LT trim features everything from the LS trim but with a few other added bonus features to help flesh out and make it more unique for potential SUV shoppers. Some of these features include an upgraded 4.2-inch multi-color digital driver information display, providing more options for drivers when it comes to viewing telematics. The seats are also upgraded with an 8-way power driver seat. You can also view some of the other upgrades below that the LT trim receives to help entice potential customers:
- Body-Color Mirror Caps
- Body-Color Door Handles
- Bright Lower Window Trim
- Deep-Tinted Rear Glass
The RS Trim Features
The RS sports many of the same features as the LT trim but with some modifications. Much like the LS and LT trim, the RS comes with its own unique set of features, starting with a few upgrades on the exterior. Some of these upgrades include the 19-inch Dark Android-painted wheels and the blacked-out grille and surround with the red RS badging. The exterior lighting also receives an upgrade in the form of LED taillamps. The RS also receives more utilitarian features in the form of roof-mounted side rails, perfect for the adventurous types who need to utilize the exterior space to carry cargo. The RS also comes with several other unique trim features, as listed below:
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
- Front and Rear Park Assist
- Front and Rear Black Bowtie Emblems
- Lane-Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert
- Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Rear-Cross Traffic Alert
- Remote Vehicle Start System
- RS Trim-Themed Interior with Red Stitching and Black Ice Chrome Accents
The Premier Trim Features
The Equinox Premier trim comes equipped with all of the upgrades from the RS trim, yet with a few slight alterations as well. For instance, the Premier features 18-inch machined-face aluminum alloy wheels and fog lamps. You also have access to additional convenience features on the exterior, such as the hands-free, gesture-based power liftgate with a Chevy emblem projection.
The interior offers additional features as well, including an upgraded 120-volt power outlet. With the 2022 Chevy Equinox Premier, you can do away with the hassle of charging cords, as it comes standard with wireless charging for your smart device. Other added features within the interior include USB ports in the floor storage bin for additional convenience and an HD rear-vision camera for additional clarity when viewing what’s behind the Equinox. Some of the other features you can get include:
- Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus System with 8-inch HD Color Touchscreen
- Heated Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
- Heated Power-Outside Mirrors with Integrated Turn Signals
- Rearview Auto-Dimming Mirror
- Memory Settings for Driver’s Seat and Outside Mirrors
- Perforated Leather-Appointed Seating
- Safety Alert Seat
- Universal Home Remote
- USB Ports in Center Console
The 2022 Equinox Standard Features
Every 2022 Chevy Equinox comes standard with two-row seating, with a 60/40 rear split bench and room for up to 5-passengers. The Equinox also offers up to 63.9 cubic feet of cargo volume. Every trim also comes standard with the Teen Driver mode, along with USB ports and LED headlamps. New for 2022 is the standard inclusion of wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. Every trim also comes standard with the Chevy Safety Assist, so no matter which model you go with, you have access to a number of active and passive safety assists. The safety features include:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Following Distance Indicator
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Front Collision Alert
- IntelliBeam Auto High Beam Assist
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
The 2022 Equinox Color Options
For the exterior, you can find a total of eight different color options available for the crossover SUV from your Chevy Equinox dealer. There are base colors as well as a special color in the form of the Cherry Red Tintcoat for those who want to explore that option for their SUV. The list of available color options includes:
- Iridescent Pearl Tricoat
- Silver Ice Metallic
- Summit White
- Mosaic Black Metallic
- Blue Glow Metallic
- Seaglass Blue Metallic
- Iron Gray Metallic
- Cherry Red Tintcoat
Additionally, you can also alter how the interior cabin looks and feels within the 2022 Equinox. You can outfit the Equinox in different interior color/material schemes based on the trim and options. The colors and materials will alter how the Equinox looks and how it feels. You can choose from the available interior color/material options for the 2022 Equinox as listed below:
- Medium Ash Gray Premium Cloth Trim
- Jet Black Premium Cloth Trim
- Jet Black Perforated Appointed Leather
- Jet Black / Maple Sugar Appointed Leather
The 2022 Equinox Performance and Fuel Economy
The Equinox comes with a single powertrain option in the form of a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline 4-cylinder that delivers 170 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque. The 2022 Chevy Equinox is available in two different drivetrain configurations, consisting of a front-wheel drive option or an all-wheel drive option. Both versions of the Equinox have the StabiliTrak system that GM utilizes for its vehicles, offering improved stability management and traction control.
Both versions of the Equinox, whether in front-wheel or all-wheel drive, are attached to a 6-speed automatic transmission. You can expect to manage up to 26 miles per gallon in the city and up to 31 miles per gallon on the highway with the front-wheel drive iteration of the vehicle. The all-wheel drive version of the Equinox enables you to maintain 25 miles per gallon in the city and up to 30 miles per gallon on the highway.
The 2022 Equinox Available Packages/Options
While each of the 2022 Equinox trims comes with a load of features and options, there are also some additional available options and packages that you can add to some of the trims to spruce up what the Equinox delivers. In the case of the RS and Premier, they automatically come with select packages while also having other packages and upgrades you can add on. For instance, the RS is equipped with the Confidence & Convenience Package (and there are two levels to the package available), which contains additional safety features. The RS and Premier also come equipped with the Driver Confidence II Package, which includes additional safety features such as Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, and Rear Park Assist.
Some of the other packages you can get for your Chevy Equinox include:
- Driver Convenience Package I
- Driver Convenience Package II
- Hit The Road Package
- Infotainment Package
- Infotainment Package II
- LS Convenience Package (exclusive to the LS trim)
- RS Leather Package (exclusive to the RS trim)
- Redline Edition (exclusive to the Premier trim)
A few other packages for the Equinox include the Roadside Safety and Highway Safety Kits, which have safety equipment in case of roadside emergencies. If you want something in case of injury, you can also have each Equinox equipped with the First Aid Kit. With the Memory Package, you can add driver seat and mirror memory settings, while the Floor Liner Package adds carpeted interior accessories for the Equinox. Other accessory packages include the Blackout, Cargo, and Chrome Packages.
Make the 2022 Chevy Equinox Yours
As you can see, there are a lot of options for the Chevy Equinox. From a host of standard features that just get better with each trim to available packages that can help you get all of the features you really want, anyone can build their perfect model. You don’t have to settle for just some of the things on your wishlist; with the Equinox, you can get them all.
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