New Base Chevrolet Equinox EV LT Trim Launched At $35,000 – Best Value For Money?
The new Chevrolet Equinox EV was launched earlier this year but the base variant was due for later
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2025 Chevy Equinox EV Will Get More Power And New Lineup
The new entry-level $35,000 trim will also be available to order by the end of this year.
2024 Chevy Equinox EV Offers Incredible Value For Money
The new Equinox EV is touted to be the best electric car from Chevrolet so far in terms of affordability, features, range and performance. The 2024 Chevy Equinox EV might well turn out to be the most enticing offering from the American auto giant for the masses. With EV sales seemingly plateauing in the U.S. and China in recent times, affordable EVs look like the only solution to spur demand. Price plays the deciding role in car sales in the mass market. Hence, that is exactly what most legacy carmakers are eyeing for lately. With the base Equinox EV LT starting at $34,995 MSRP before tax credits, Chevrolet might just have a winner on its hands. You might also like: Huawei and JAC Pledge To Launch Maybach and Rolls Royce Rival 2024 Chevy Equinox EV – Specs, Range and Charging The electric vehicle uses the famed Ultium platform. It gets two variant ranges – LT and RS. Both these get the option of either a single-motor FWD or a dual-motor AWD configuration. The standard FWD version generates a decent 213 hp and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of max power and torque. On the other hand, the performance-focused AWD trim produces 288 hp and 333 lb-ft (451 Nm) of peak power and torque. The electric mill draws power from an 85 kWh Lithium-ion battery. It offers a rather healthy EPA-estimated range of 319 miles (513 km) on a single charge in FWD trim and 285 miles (459 km) in the AWD version. Using a standard 11.5 kW Level 2 AC charger, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV can add up to 36 miles (58 km) of range every hour. On the other hand, the 150 kW DC fast charger can juice up the battery with around 77 miles (124 km) of range in just 10 minutes. The battery comes with an 8-year/100,000-mile (160,934 km) limited warranty. Note that the base LT trim will be available to order later in the year. Specs 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Battery 85 kWh Drivetrain FWD / AWD Platform Ultium Power (FWD / AWD) 213 hp / 288 hp Torque (FWD / AWD) 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) / 333 lb-ft (451 Nm) Range (FWD / AWD) 319 miles (513 km) / 285 miles (459 km) Level 2 AC Charging 36 miles (58 km) per hour 150 kW DC Fast Charging 77 miles (124 km) in 10 minutes Specs You might also like: Latest Spotting of 2025 Rivian R1S Reveals New Design Details 2024 Chevy Equinox EV – Features I feel the biggest attraction of this EV is what it offers at this price range. The list of the latest tech, connectivity, convenience, safety and comfort amenities is rather extensive. In fact, the soft-touch materials inside the cabin definitely don’t make you feel like you are sitting in a budget car at all. The top features include: Dimensions and Storage Chevy Equinox EV is a mid-size electric SUV and its dimensions encapsulate that accordingly. It has a length of 190.55 inches (4,840 mm) which translates to a wheelbase of 116.3 inches (2,954 mm). That is quite impressive for an EV of this price and segment. The EPA cargo volume is a respectable 26.4 cu.ft. (747.6 litre) behind the second-row seat and a cavernous 57.2 cu.ft. (1,619.9 litre) behind front seats. Dimensions and Storage 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV Length 190.55 in. (4,840 mm) Width 84.85 in. (2,155 mm) [incl. mirrors] Height 64.8 in. (1,646 mm) Wheelbase 116.3 in. (2,954 mm) Cargo Capacity 26.4 cu.ft. (747.6 L) behind second row seat / 57.2 cu.ft. (1,619.9 L) behind front seats Ground Clearance 6.4 in. (163 mm) Dimensions and Storage You might also like: VW Confirms An Affordable €20,000 Entry-Level EV For 2027 Learn Electric Cars Says I believe the 2024 Chevy Equinox EV surely possesses all-around amenities in terms of features, tech, safety and performance at enticing prices to reel in new customers. With the world constantly witnessing unbelievably inexpensive EVs from Chinese carmakers, it is a breath of fresh air to see such products from other legacy carmakers from around the globe as well. Among many hurdles in the mass adoption of EVs, high initial prices continue to be a major one. But if such EVs are released increasingly in all major markets around the globe, we will most likely see yet another surge in EV sales in the immediate future. For now, let us keep an eye out for how well the potential EV buyers embrace the new Equinox EV.
4 Electric Pickup Trucks Driven Until They Died – Tesla, Ford, Rivian, Chevy
Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado EV electric pickup trucks were put through their paces until they tapped out! 4 electric pickup trucks – Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T and Chevrolet Silverado EV, were driven until they died. There is always a difference between the advertised range and the real-life range of EVs. In a bid to test which EV was the closest to the ideal range, a prominent automobile expert team decided to perform an intriguing experiment. Having the security of a mobile DC fast charger, they drove the EVs till the batteries got empty. The results were intriguing, to say the least. You might also like: Mercedes VISION EQXX Drives 1,010 km On Single Charge, Still Has 309 km Range Left 4 Electric Pickup Trucks Tested For Range This experiment comes from Out of Spec Reviews on YouTube. In order to make this test fair, there are some ground rules. These include: With these conditions, the test commenced from Welling, Colorado in the direction of Nebraska until the 55% SoC. With 55% battery, the drivers must turn around. Since they had a mobile DC charger, they stayed on the highway until the electric pickup trucks came to a complete halt. You might also like: All-New Audi Q6 e-tron Quattro Revealed With New Platform Time For Result After the entire journey, it was time for the results. The Tesla Cybertruck emerged victorious by over-achieving 304 miles (489 km) against the claimed 301 miles (484 km). On the other end of the spectrum, the Ford F-150 Lightning performed the worst, driving only for 282 miles (454 km) against the claimed range of 320 miles (515 km). Rivian was close to its advertised range by displaying 345 miles (555 km) against 352 miles (566 km). Lastly, the Chevy Silverado EV showcased a range of 434 miles (698 km), while its ideal range is 450 miles (724 km). Range Test Claimed Range Achieved Range Tesla Cybertruck 301 mi (484 km) 304 mi (489 km) Rivian R1T 352 mi (566 km) 345 mi (555 km) Chevrolet Silverado EV 450 mi (724 km) 434 mi (698 km) Ford F-150 Lightning 320 mi (515 km) 282 mi (454 km) Results 4 Electric Pickup Trucks – Specs The Tesla Cybertruck in this competition comes with a tri-motor AWD configuration. It runs on 35-inch all-terrain tires. On the other hand, the Rivian R1T has a dual-motor AWD non-performance setup with a larger battery. In essence, it is meant to demonstrate maximum range. Then we have the Ford F-150 Lightning also with the extended-range battery. Finally, the Chevy Silverado EV comes with a gargantuan 215 kWh battery pack, aimed at providing the maximum range. You might also like: Taycan Turbo GT Becomes The Most Powerful Porsche Ever Learn Electric Cars Says There are tons of moving variables while calculating the range of an electric car. But in order to compare the range figures of two EVs, it is imperative to define the rules and set some basic standards to which every EV must adhere. The YouTubers have taken great care to make this comparison as fair as possible. The aim is not to test the real-world range of the EVs but how close they are to their claimed range figures under ideal and similar circumstances.
Next-Gen Chevrolet Bolt To Be EUV Only – Will Get Ultium Tech
The highest-selling electric Bolt twins from Chevrolet will finally part as only the EUV guise will make it when the EV gets updated next. As per a report by Insideevs, the next-gen Chevrolet Bolt will come solely in the EUV version. Currently, there are two models on sale – Bolt and Bolt EUV. As the name indicates, the latter is a crossover version of the former. Since the trend and popularity of crossovers and SUVs are at an all-time high all across the globe, it will take the legacy of the highest-selling EV from Chevy forward. Note that the Bolt EUV won’t just be an aesthetic update but a rather comprehensive one. You might also like: Toyota to Launch Solid-State Battery by 2027 – Here’s The Problem You might also like: Lotus Launches EV Charging Solutions, Can Charge 4 EVs Together Next-Gen Chevrolet Bolt EUV In an interview with Insideevs, GM officials confirmed that the next-generation Bolt will be EUV-only, citing the overwhelming popularity of the crossover model over the smaller Bolt EV. This year from January to September, the American auto giant sold 49,494 units of the Bolt twins combined. The breakdown between the two is not available. Nonetheless, this marks a significant 125% rise in comparison to the same timeframe in 2022. That is a testament to the demand for the EV pair. Part of the reason for this massive boom was the further reduction in the price tag owing to the electric tax benefits as per the new Inflation Reduction Act. As a result, customers were able to get the EVs in the vicinity of an enticing $20,000. This is mighty attractive, especially for an EV which delivers a range of around 259 miles EPA on a single charge. You might also like: How EVs Perform 360-Degree Turns On The Spot? New Technology Note that the original Chevrolet Bolt EV was launched way back in 2016. There is a huge advancement in technology, battery management and competition since then. That is the reason why Chevrolet will also thoroughly update the next-gen Bolt EUV. This will include a brand-new Ultium battery. This battery will use low-cost LFP chemistry. That will ensure that the most attractive aspect of Bolt EVs’ success, cost, remains intact. This will also provide faster charging rates (the current model offers just 55 kW DC fast charging capabilities), more advanced active safety features, and much more. Obviously, the aesthetics and creature comfort features will surely get a boost. The launch is slated for 2025. We shall keep an eye out for more revelations in this regard.