2018 Chevrolet Equinox
US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
- Power
- 288 hp (215 kW)
- Torque
- 346 lb-ft (469 Nm)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel
- Economy
- 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) combined
- Seating
- 5 seats
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 1.5 L to 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Power | 288 hp (215 kW) | |
| Torque | 346 lb-ft (469 Nm) | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Performance
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 5.9 s | |
| Top speed | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 to 9 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD |
Dimensions
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 190.6 in (4,840 mm) | |
| Width | 75.4 in (1,915 mm) | |
| Height | 63.5 in (1,613 mm) | |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in (2,954 mm) |
Weight
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 5,027 lb (2,280 kg) |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 L/100 km) | |
| Electric range | 319 mi (513 km) | |
| Battery capacity | 85.0 kWh |
Capacity
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | |
| Doors | 5 |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Towing capacity, Payload, Ground clearance, Gross vehicle weight rating, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
20V668000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at…
Reported October 29, 2020. View on NHTSA
18V576000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006,…
Reported August 30, 2018. View on NHTSA
18V358000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer…
Reported May 31, 2018. View on NHTSA
18V252000: VISIBILITY
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The driver and front passenger door window glass may not be properly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the glass in the front doors, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18136.
Reported April 19, 2018. View on NHTSA
17V516000: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service…
Reported August 22, 2017. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 5, 2026
Data verified: November 5, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox have?
Varies by configuration: 1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged, 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
How much horsepower does the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox have?
288 hp (215 kW), as listed by our sources.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox?
Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
What is the electric range of the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox?
319 mi (513 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.
How many seats does the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox have?
5 seats.
How long is the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox?
190.6 in (4,840 mm).
Are there recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.