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2021 Chevrolet Equinox

The Chevrolet Equinox was originally expected to be refreshed for the 2021 model year, however, due to complications caused by the Coronavirus pandemic, the changes were pushed into the 2022 model year (see more 2022 Chevrolet Equinox info).

That said, the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox does see a few yet notable changes from the 2020 model year, including the deletion of the 2LT and 3LZ equipment groups, which includes the deletion of the 2.0-liter LTG engine option.

2021 Chevrolet Equinox Quick Facts
Assembly Location GM CAMI Plant in Ontario, GM Ramos Plant in Mexico, GM-SAIC Wuhan II Plant in China
Body Style(s) Mid-Size Crossover
Layout Front-Engined, Transverse
Engine(s) Turbo 1.5L I4 (Gas)
Transmission(s) 9-Speed Auto
Drive Wheels Front-Wheel-Drive, All-Wheel-Drive
Availability U.S.A., Canada, Mexico
Predecessor 2020 Chevrolet Equinox
Successor 2022 Chevrolet Equinox

Changes, Updates, New Features

Model Line

  • Deletion of 2LT and 3LZ trim levels

Exterior

  • Deletion of two exterior color options

Mechanical

  • Deletion of 2.0-liter LTG turbocharged four-cylinder engine option
  • Deletion of 9-speed automatic transmission (M3D)
  • Deletion of trailering equipment (V92)
  • Deletion of factory-installed trailer hitch and closeout cover
  • Deletion of 17-inch front and 16-inch rear 4-wheel antilock disc brake configuration
  • Deletion of 3.17 axle ratio
  • Deletion of 17-inch steel spare wheel and 17-inch compact spare tire
  • Deletion of dual-outlet stainless steel exhaust

Packages

  • Addition of Leather Package, which is only available on LT (1LT) models
  • Midnight Edition content revision

The updates and changes described here are specific to the U.S. market and may be different for other markets.

See detailed 2021 Equinox changes, updates and new features here: 2021 Chevrolet Equinox change log.

Body Styles

The 2021 Chevy Equinox continues to be offered in a single body style – a compact four-door crossover utility vehicle (SUV).

Powertrain

The 2021 Chevrolet Equinox offers the following engine choice:

Engine Fuel Aspiration Transmission Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM Axle
1.5L LYX I4 Gasoline Turbocharged 6-speed automatic MNH 170 @ 5600 203 @ 2000-4000 3.50, 3.87

Additionally, the 2021 Equinox continues to be offered in either front-wheel or all-wheel drive configurations.

Platform

Like all third-generation units of the Chevrolet Equinox, the 2021 Equinox continues to ride on the GM D2 platform shared with the following vehicles:

Production

The 2021 Equinox is assembled at the following factories:

Prices

The starting MSRP for each 2021 Equinox trim level is as follows:

  • L – $24,995
  • LS – $27,495
  • LT – $28,695
  • Premier – $32,595

Availability

The 2021 Chevrolet Equinox is expected to be available in the third quarter of the 2020 calendar year.

Beyond 2021

The Chevrolet Equinox will receive a mid-cycle update for the 2021 model year, consisting of updates to its exterior, interior and powertrain.

Sales

See Chevrolet Equinox sales numbers for all markets, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and South Korea.

Notes:

  • Information for market (country) specified.
  • Sales information compiled from various sources by GM Authority and Motrolix.

Gallery

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Discussions

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