Chevrolet has presented its new 100% electric SUV in society. The Chevrolet Equinox EV has burst onto the scene. An SUV loaded with technology and with a starting price of approximately 30,000 euros. It has a range of 483 kilometers and is called to revolutionize sustainable mobility.
The wait is over. The Chevrolet’s new 100% electric SUV has been officially unveiled. The new Chevrolet Equinox EV has burst onto the scene with the necessary arguments to revolutionize sustainable mobility. An SUV that not only boasts of its design, but also stands out for its features, its technological equipment and, above all, its price.
With a starting price of approximately 30,000 euros, if it reached Europe, the new Equinox EV would become the rival to beat. Let’s go into detail and review the 5 keys to the new Equinox EV to discover the main features of Chevrolet’s new electric SUV.
1. Elegant, modern design and RS variant!
The new Equinox EV is a quickly recognizable model. Just take a look at the images published by Chevrolet to discover the distinctive features and, above all, allow you to distance themselves from the Chevrolet Equinox with gasoline engines which can be found at dealerships. An LED light bar connects the daytime running lights to draw a long line that enhances the more modern side. The rest of the optical groups are integrated in the lower part.
Something similar happens at the rear with some horizontally arranged pilots that are also connected by a light strip to increase the feeling of width. The door handles are flush with the bodywork, which added to the bumpers, denotes a worked aerodynamics. You can fit 19, 20 or 21-inch wheels. The range is made up of various levels of finish, among which the RS variant It brings out all of his character.
2. A spacious interior
Leaving aside the outside, if we go into the interior of the new Equinox EV we will be surrounded by a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Chevrolet has placed special emphasis on the quality of trim and trim. The brand places special emphasis on the space available not only for the occupants of the front seats, but also for those in the rear seats.
cube a cargo volume up to 1,614 liters in case of folding down the rear seats. Incidentally, the Equinox EV, unlike other electric vehicles, lacks a “Frunk.” That is, it does not have a front trunk. If we take a look under the hood we will realize that the entire engine compartment is occupied by the powertrain.
3. Connectivity and many driving assistants
Chevrolet’s new electric is a digital and connected vehicle. Simply sit in the driver’s seat. Combine a 11-inch digital instrument cluster with a 17.7-inch touch screen intended to operate the infotainment system. The most basic versions have an 11-inch multimedia system.
The list of driving assistance systems is very extensive. In this aspect, the most outstanding technology is the optional Super Cruise system to enjoy semi-autonomous driving. It allows hands-free driving on approximately 650,000 kilometers of the road network in the United States and Canada.
4. Autonomy
As it is an electric car, the propulsion system is the focus of attention. There will be several powertrains in the Equinox EV lineup. The access option, with front-wheel drive, develops 157 kW (213 hp) and 327 Nm of maximum torque. A step above is the all-wheel drive version whose power is increased to the 216 kW (294 hp) and 469 Nm.
In terms of autonomy, the standard battery allows you to travel 402 kilometers on a single charge. A figure that increases to 483 km in the case of the higher capacity battery. The all-wheel drive versions can only equip the large battery and, in the best case, offer a range of 451 km. By the way, it also has “Vehicle-to-Load” technology to use the energy stored in the Equinox EV battery to recharge electrical devices.
5. The sale price
Last but not least, we must talk about prices. Chevrolet has confirmed that the selling price of the new Equinox EV will start from around $30,000 (30,000 euros) and its arrival at dealerships is set for the fall of 2023. It is a really competitive price, even more so if we take into account the technological equipment and benefits. In its access version, autonomy exceeds the 400 km barrier.
Unfortunately, Chevrolet has no plans (at this time) to market the Equinox EV in Europe. Now, let us remember that General Motors does not rule out its return to Europe betting on the electric car. If it reached the European market, it would make things very difficult for models like the Volkswagen ID.4 or the KIA e-Niro.
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