The Coolest Styling Options on the 2026 Chevy Equinox

There’s a lot to love about the 2026 Chevy Equinox, from its versatile design and dependability to its cutting-edge infotainment tech and fantastic lineup of safety and driver assist features. But not everything about the Equinox is purely practical.

This compact SUV also has plenty of style, with unique touches that make each trim stand out from the lineup, so you can drive a model that matches your unique personality. Today, we’re going to take a look at some of the coolest styling options that you can get if you want to turn heads and impress passengers in your 2026 Equinox.

A Two-Tone Roof

Most cars on the road have a simple paint job in a single color. Throwing a contrasting tone into the mix gives your SUV a more complex look that’s sure to be the envy of your neighbors and fellow drivers. Fortunately, the Equinox has not just one but five different options for a two-tone paint design. Since these two options can be mixed and matched with the six base paint options, there are many different ways to customize your exterior.

On the sporty RS trim, you can get a black roof that gives your Equinox an athletic aesthetic. Opt for the rugged ACTIV trim, and you can get a white roof that reflects sunlight on hot days and makes your SUV look safari-ready. On the base LT trim, you can choose either roof contrast color, giving you the widest range of color choices.

Black and white can pair with each other or Sterling Gray Metallic for a classy look, or join forces with Reef Blue Metallic or Radiant Red Tintcoat for a bold statement that catches the eye with bright color. The subdued Cacti Green shade is right in the middle, neither monochromatic nor flashy, and is reminiscent of nature.

Unique Grilles for Every Trim

Just looking at the face of the Equinox, you can know in an instant which trim you’re looking at if you pay attention to the grille. Each of the SUV’s three trim levels has a unique design that matches its personality and gives it a unique appearance.

The base LT trim has a classic design with straight lines and shiny chrome. The sporty RS has a wide grille opening with a high gloss finish on the grille bar and lower fascia, as well as a dynamic, honeycomb-esque pattern that gives the face a fresh look. Meanwhile, the rugged ACTIV trim has vertical grille inserts and a rugged fascia that’s black on black for a look that conveys more depth, drawing in the eye.

Bold Wheel Designs

Wheels are vital components of your vehicle and deserve to be celebrated with a little pizzazz. All Equinox models feature squared wheel openings with fender flares that emphasize the wheels and give the SUV some added visual strength. What the wheels inside will look like is up to you.

Your choices range from the standard 17-inch wheels on the LT to available 19-inch wheels on the RS. In addition to size, wheels also vary in design and color, from the Grazen metallic machine-face wheels standard on the LT to the Dark Android finish on the ACTIV and the Carbon Flash wheels standard on the RS. Whether in motion or parked, these wheels all look great and add to the overall style of your Equinox.

The LT Midnight Edition

The Equinox RS and ACTIV come standard with premium styling touches across the exterior, like black roof rails and Chevy bowtie emblems. But you don’t necessarily have to upgrade to one of these top-tier trims to get that look on your Equinox. If you’d rather stick with the base LT trim, you can simply add on the Midnight Edition styling package.

With this, you’ll get black bowtie emblems and exterior badging, plus gloss black mirror caps and black-painted aluminum wheels to match. Up front, a unique black grille brings the midnight theme to the face, and up top, you’ll get black roof rails added on, adding to the dark-colored elements and serving a practical purpose when you need extra cargo space for moving, traveling, or bringing equipment on an outdoor adventure.

An Interior Design With Extra Flair

Style doesn’t stop when you step inside the Equinox—there are plenty of great options for the interior. The cabin has an open and airy feel no matter which trim you get. It is tech-forward, with large, high-definition screens ready to display driving information, maps, music, and more in crystal-clear quality.

The dashboard leans toward the driver, putting you in the seat of command and allowing other passengers to enjoy a more minimalist aesthetic. Decorative enhancements throughout the cabin have coordinated textures, making the entire space cohesive. As with the exterior, the details of the interior change depending on which trim you opt for.

The base LT comes standard with a basic black cloth seat trim that has a timeless appeal in its simplicity. If you’re not a fan of cloth, you have the option to upgrade to premium Evotex trim in either black or Artemis Gray, depending on which is more to your taste. As the athletic option, the RS trim is all about bold design, with Torch Red and Santorini Blue contrast stitching popping out against the black Evotex seat trim. RS logos on the front row headrests add to the cabin’s personality, while an exclusive flat-bottom steering wheel pays homage to classic performance car design.

The outdoorsy ACTIV has a more natural look with a Maple Sugar colorway that features both Evotex and sueded microfiber seating surfaces for a premium feel. ACTIV is embroidered onto the front row head restraints to complete the look.

An Available Dual Pane Power Sunroof

If you love the interior design of your Equinox, you might want to shine some extra natural light on it. This has the bonus of giving your passengers a better view of the outside world, which is great when you’re driving down tree-lined roads and enjoying beautiful weather. To help you do just that, a dual pane power sunroof is an available option that can be added to any Equinox trim.

The two panes include a fixed-glass skylight that just lets in the light and a tilt-sliding sunroof that can let in extra air so you can feel the wind in your hair. If you want to keep the light out for any reason, you can close it up with the push of a button thanks to the power sunshade.

The Equinox Is Designed to Match Your Personal Taste

Everyone has their own unique sense of style, and it’s great to have a vehicle that matches your taste so you can get even more out of the experience of owning and driving it. That’s why the Equinox is so easy to customize, inside and out. Whether you want a sporty, outdoorsy, or classic look, you can get an Equinox that fits the bill.

Once you’ve mixed and matched the trim of your choice with the various color choices and available features like the sunroof, you’ll have a Chevy that stands out from the crowd and looks great parked in front of your home. If you’re ready to find your dream SUV, visit us here at DePaula Chevrolet! We’ll show you all of your options up close and in person and answer any questions you may have so you can make an informed decision on which Equinox is right for you.