Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube video review about the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV:- The Equinox EV aims to make an electric SUV as normal as possible; mission accomplished.
- It has up to 319 miles of rated range.
- The all-wheel-drive RS model has 288 horsepower and 333 pound-feet of torque, which makes the 0-60 dash to just under six seconds.
- It does not have a start button, instead starting once the brake pedal is pushed.
- It has walk-up animation.
- The design language is handsome but doesn’t break new ground.
- One of the few non-normal things are the door handles.
- The electric powertrain is packaged up front, without a frunk.
- The front passenger space is not open as a result.
- The transmission is single-speed and the selector saves console space.
- There is a clear difference among the drive modes, especially the sport.
- It is possible to customize the settings for fast recall.
- There's a regenerative paddle that’s fun to play with.
- EPA rated range is 285 miles for AWD.
- AWD is good for wet, slick pavement, not just snow or ice.
- The driving position is a bit raised, and the visibility is quite good, although in the back it’s not great.
- The seats are covered in synthetic leather and are comfortable but on the firmer side.
- All of the 2RS safety technology, like automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, and more, comes standard.
- There are a decent amount of soft-touch materials in the interior, but not gobs and gobs.
- It has a 17.7-inch touchscreen that features great responses and good menu flow.
- There is no wireless phone charger, though there is wireless phone mirroring.
- The lack of Apple CarPlay is the most controversial aspect of the interface; Android Auto and Apple Music are not native.
- You need a data plan for full functionality.
- At a 150-kilowatt terminal, the Equinox EV can add around 77 miles of range in 10 minutes.
- Charging a full 5-to-100% charge using 240-volt level 2 takes around 8 to 9 hours.
- Seating three in the back will be snug.
- Not having Apple CarPlay isn’t a deal breaker.
- The audio sounds good but doesn’t get too loud for those that want to rock out.
- You cannot see the I-message's history.
- The base price starts at $35,000.
- The 2RS model with AWD and a Super Cruise package (including 3 years of service) has an MSRP of $50,800.
- The reviewer sees the Equinox EV as a great, competitively-priced first electric vehicle.
