The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox receives several small updates and changes that include a new exterior color, two new appearance packages, a new Premier trim level and a new fleet-only model.
We originally believed that the 2017 Chevy Equinox would usher in a completely overhauled (redesigned and re-engineered) version of the Equinox. However, we now believe that the all-new, third-gen Equinox will launch for the 2018 model year as the 2018 Chevy Equinox. The new model will ride on GM’s new D2 platform and have slightly smaller exterior dimensions than the 2010-2017 Equinox.
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox deletes two exterior colors — Champagne Silver Metallic and Tungsten Metallic — while also deleting a set of 18-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels. What’s more, the range-topping LTZ model is renamed to Premier as part of Chevy’s brand-wide initiative to replace LTZ with Premier.
New features include a new exterior color called Nightfall Gray Metallic. What’s more, a Sport Package and a Midnight Package are introduced exclusively on the 1LT trim level.
2017 Chevy Equinox Midnight Package contents:
- Mosaic Black Metallic paint (GB8)
- Jet Black perforated leather-appointed seats (AFL)
- Memory settings for the driver seat and exterior mirrors (AAB)
- 18-inch aluminum 5-spoke black slot painted wheels (RRS)
- Black roof-rack cross bars (VQQ)
- Black accented grille and rear fascia (LPO item)
2017 Chevy Equinox Sport Package contents:
- Summit White paint (GAZ)
- Jet Black perforated leather-appointed seats (AFL)
- Memory settings for the driver seat and exterior mirrors (AAB)
- 18-inch aluminum 5-spoke black slot painted wheels (RRS)
- Black roof-rack cross bars (VQQ)
- Black accented grille and rear fascia (LPO item)
There’s also a new fleet-only equipment group called 2FL that’s based on the 1LT trim.
RPO-Level Changes
Following are GM’s official RPO-level updates and changes to the 2017 Chevy Equinox:
Deletions
- (GWT) Champagne Silver Metallic
- (GXG) Tungsten Metallic
- (RV8) Wheels, 18″ (45.7 cm) chrome-clad aluminum
New Features
- (G7Q) Nightfall Gray Metallic
- (PDR) Midnight Package
- (PDT) Sport Package
- (2FL) Fleet only equipment group (LT based)
Changes
- LTZ model now Premier
2017 Chevrolet Equinox pictures not available at this time. Please enjoy pictures of the 2016 Chevy Equinox, which looks identical to the 2017 model.
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The 2017 Chevy Equinox is available exclusively as a four-door crossover.
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The 2017 Equinox utilizes GM’s Theta platform.
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The 2017 Chevy Equinox offers a choice of two engines mated to a six-speed automatic transmissions, in either front-wheel-drive or all-wheel drive.
Engines
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is offered with two naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engines.
- The Standard engine is the naturally-aspirated Ecotec 2.4L LEA inline 4-cylinder.
- The up-level engine is the naturally-aspirated 3.6L LFX V-6.
Transmissions
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox features a six-speed automatic transmission.
Drivetrain
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is offered in front-wheel-drive (standard) or all-wheel drive (optional).
We expect the 2017 Equinox to approach 40 MPG fuel economy on the highway.
We expect that the 2017 Equinox’s safety story begins with a new, stronger body structure that incorporates high-strength steel in key areas to enhance strength and crash protection by helping prevent intrusion into the passenger compartment.
We also expect the new Equinox to deliver a segment-leading 10 standard air bags, including frontal driver and passenger air bags, roof rail-mounted head curtain side air bags that help protect the front and outboard rear seating positions; seat-mounted side-impact air bags (front and rear); and front knee air bags.
In addition, we expect the 2017 Equinox to deliver advanced active-safety crash-avoidance features, including Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Keep Assist and Forward Collision Alert.
Other safety features of the 2017 Chevy Equinox could include:
- Front passenger seat occupant sensing system and rollover sensing and protection system
- Collapsible pedal assembly to help protect against lower-extremity injuries
- Three-point safety belts in all five seating positions, safety belt retractor pretensioners and lap pretensioners in the driver and front-passenger positions, and safety belt load limiters (with pretensioners) in the front safety belt retractors
- LATCH child seat latching system in the rear seat
- Tire pressure monitoring system, daytime running lamps
- Automatic headlamps
We expect the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox to be shown during the 2016 auto show circuit.
When
The 2017 Chevy Equinox will become available in the third quarter of calendar year 2016.
Where
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox will continue being available in North America, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox will continue being built at the following GM plants:
- CAMI Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada
- Oshawa Ontario, Canada
- Spring Hill, Tennessee, United States of America
The 2017 Chevy Equinox features is available in the following trim levels:
- L
- LS
- LT
- 2FL (fleet-only)
- Premier
Pricing has yet to be announced.
For more info, see the 2017 Chevy Equinox order guide (PDF file format).
The 2017 Chevy Equinox will continue competing with the following compact crossover utility vehicles (CUVs):
- GM’s own GMC Terrain
- Ford Escape/Kuga
- Jeep Cherokee
- Nissan Rogue
- Toyota RAV4
- Honda CR-V
- Hyundai Tucson
- Kia Sportage
- Volkswagen Tiguan
- Mazda CX-5
- Subaru Crosstrek
2017 Chevrolet Equinox specifications coming shortly.
