The new Chevrolet Equinox EV was launched earlier this year but the base variant was due for later
The base Chevrolet Equinox EV LT has finally been launched at a starting price of an enticing $35,000. Note that this is prior to any tax credits. If we incorporate those, the EV can easily be yours for around $27,500. That is an immensely attractive deal for a new electric car with an EPA-est. range of 319 miles (513 km). These are the perfect ingredients for someone looking for an affordable EV with a decent range.
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Chevrolet Equinox EV LT Launched
For the model year 2025, Chevy had already renamed its variants for the Equinox EV from 2LT, 3LT, 2RS and 3 RS to just LT or RS with FWD or AWD configurations. Moreover, buyers get to purchase specific optional packages as per their needs. Based on GM’s new Ultium platform, the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT FWD is the cheapest EV in the U.S. with a range of over 300 miles (483 km). If you wish to opt for the AWD version, the prices commence at $40,295 before tax credits.
On these variants, you can also go for Convenience Package ($11,400), Safety Package ($3,355) or Comfort Package ($1,455), depending on your requirements. The electric SUV gets a front-mounted electric motor which generates a healthy 220 hp and 243 lb-ft (329 Nm) of maximum power and torque. GM claims an addition of 77 miles of range in a mere 10 minutes with a 150 kW DC fast charger. The main interior highlights include:
- A colossal 17.7-inch Google Infotainment Display
- An 11-inch Digital Instrument Gauge Cluster
- Manually Adjustable Front Seats
- 19-inch Machined Wheels
- Fabric Upholstery
- Forward Collision Alert
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Autonomous Emergency Braking
- Powered Front Seats with Heating (w/ Comfort Package)
- HD Surround Vision (w/ Comfort Package)
- Heated Steering Wheel (w/ Comfort Package)
- Rear Pedestrian Alert (w/ Comfort Package)
- Super Cruise ((w/ Safety Package)
- LED Headlamps and Taillamps (w/ Convenience Package)
- Dual-Zone Climate Control (w/ Convenience Package)
- Powered Seats (w/ Convenience Package)
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Learn Electric Cars Says
Following the recent slowdown in the EV demand in the U.S. and other parts of the world, it is clear that affordability is a major goal that carmakers need to strive for. In fact, that is why many legacy and new car marques have announced more affordable models down the line. However, it is understandably difficult to gamble huge investments to create small and cheap EVs if the demand keeps diminishing. Hence, we keep hearing news reports about automakers bailing out on their plans to expand their EV portfolio or delaying them a bit. It will be interesting to see how well the consumers embrace the new Chevrolet Equinox EV LT.