The 2020 Chevy Equinox is available in four different trims. The base L starts at an MSRP of $23,800, the LS at $26,300, the LT with a starting MSRP of $27,500, and the fully loaded, top-of-the-line Premier starting at $31,400. All Equinox trims come standard with Chevy’s Driver Confidence Package, including a suite of driver-assist systems. The base L trim is equipped with front-wheel drive as the only option. The LS, LT, and Premier all offer the option of a front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
The L
The Equinox L is equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that delivers 170 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque, plenty of power for responsive acceleration, and great handling at highway speeds. The L also comes standard with 17-inch painted aluminum wheels and a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen. Drivers can also get excited by the keyless open feature that is equipped with this trim.
The LS
For a few thousand more, buyers can opt for the LS and receive standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, LED headlights, and unique Teen Driver technology added to the standard safety suite. The Teen Driver technology allows you to set speed alerts to notify teen drivers when they’re speeding, and an audio system volume limit can be set to control distractions. The LS also shares the same 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engine as the L.
The LT
The Equinox LT adds a power driver seat with lumbar and heated front seats and special High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps that improve visibility in nighttime driving conditions. The LT comes standard with the 1.5-liter engine but is also available with an upgraded 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that increases horsepower and torque to 252 and 260, respectively. Chevy adds a nine-speed transmission for smooth acceleration and improved handling.
The Premier
Sitting at the top of the trim lineup, the Premier adds a plethora of luxury and convenience features, including leather seats with driver memory and a hands-free power liftgate. The Premier also comes standard with larger 19-inch wheels, fog lamps, and heated power outside mirrors with turn signal indicators. On the inside, the Premier gets an upgraded 8-inch HD touchscreen and dual-zone climate control. The Premier’s rear vision camera gets an upgrade to HD, too. Find this model with the standard 1.5-liter or optional 2.0-liter engine choices of the other trims.