Chevrolet Equinox MPG, gas tank, tires, and towing

The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox gets 27 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 26 mpg with all-wheel drive, according to the EPA. Both use a 1.5-liter turbo. The tank holds 14.8 gallons with front-wheel drive and 15.6 with all-wheel drive, so a full tank covers roughly 400 miles. A 2018–2024 Equinox with the same engine is rated 26 to 28 mpg combined, and a 2010–2017 Equinox with the 2.4-liter 23 to 26 mpg.

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Equinox generations at a glance

  • 2008–2009 (1st generation): a 3.4-liter V6, or a 3.6-liter V6 on the Sport. The front-drive tank is unusually large at 20.5 gallons; all-wheel drive models hold 16.6.
  • 2010–2017 (2nd generation): a 2.4-liter four-cylinder on most trims, with a 3.0-liter V6 option for 2010–2012 and a 3.6-liter V6 for 2013–2017. All use a 6-speed automatic.
  • 2018–2024 (3rd generation): smaller and lighter, with a 1.5-liter turbo. A 2.0-liter turbo with a 9-speed automatic was offered for 2018–2020, and a 1.6-liter diesel for 2018–2019.
  • 2025 and later (4th generation): the 1.5-liter turbo again. Front-wheel drive models use a CVT; all-wheel drive models get an 8-speed automatic. The electric Equinox EV is a separate model and is not covered here.

Equinox gas mileage by year

Open a model year to see each EPA version. The 2018–2019 diesel was the thriftiest Equinox, at 32 mpg combined. The 2.0-liter turbo trades about 3 mpg for its extra power, and Chevrolet recommends premium gas for it, though regular is allowed.

202626–27 mpg combined · 2 versions
2026 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 8-spd, AWD262529
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD272629
202526–27 mpg combined · 2 versions
2025 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 8-spd, AWD262429
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, CVT, FWD272628
202426–28 mpg combined · 2 versions
2024 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, AWD262430
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, FWD282631
202326–28 mpg combined · 2 versions
2023 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, AWD262430
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, FWD282631
202227–28 mpg combined · 2 versions
2022 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, AWD272530
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, FWD282631
202127–28 mpg combined · 2 versions
2021 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, AWD272530
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, FWD282631
202024–28 mpg combined · 4 versions
2020 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, AWD272530
Equinox AWD2.0L 4-cyl, Auto 9-spd, AWD, premium fuel242228
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, FWD282631
Equinox FWD2.0L 4-cyl, Auto 9-spd, FWD, premium fuel252229
201924–32 mpg combined · 6 versions
2019 Chevrolet Equinox: EPA MPG by version
VersionCombinedCityHighway
Equinox AWD1.6L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, AWD, diesel, diesel fuel322838
Equinox AWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, AWD272530
Equinox AWD2.0L 4-cyl, Auto 9-spd, AWD, premium fuel242228
Equinox FWD1.6L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, FWD, diesel, diesel fuel322839
Equinox FWD1.5L 4-cyl, Auto 6-spd, FWD282632
Equinox FWD2.0L 4-cyl, Auto 9-spd, FWD, premium fuel252229
2010–2018ranges by year · details on fueleconomy.gov
Chevrolet Equinox, 2010–2018: EPA MPG range across versions
YearCombinedCityHighwayVersions
201824–3222–2828–396
201718–2516–2123–314
201618–2616–2223–314
201519–2616–2223–314
201419–2616–2223–315
201319–2616–2223–314
201219–2616–2223–314
201119–2616–2223–315
201020–2617–2224–324

EPA estimates for new vehicles from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE), data retrieved November 12, 2026. Your mileage will vary with how and where you drive. EPA data on this site starts with the 2010 model year.

Gas tank size and range

The Equinox tank depends on both the generation and the drive. Range below is the tank size times the EPA combined rating, so take it as a best case: cold weather, short trips, and fast highway driving all cut it. To cost out a drive, use the trip gas cost calculator.

Chevrolet Equinox: fuel tank and estimated range (tank × EPA combined MPG)
YearsEngineFuel tankEPA combinedRange on a full tank
2025–20261.5L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)14.8 gal1927 mpgabout 400 miles
2025–20261.5L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)15.6 gal1926 mpgabout 410 miles
20181.5L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)14.8 gal1128 mpgabout 410 miles
2019–20241.5L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)14.8 gal1728 mpgabout 410 miles
20181.5L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)15.6 gal1126 mpgabout 410 miles
2019–20241.5L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)15.6 gal1726–27 mpgabout 410–420 miles
20182.0L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)14.8 gal1125 mpgabout 370 miles
2019–20202.0L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)14.8 gal1325 mpgabout 370 miles
20182.0L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)15.6 gal1124 mpgabout 370 miles
2019–20202.0L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)15.6 gal1324 mpgabout 370 miles
2018–20191.6L turbo diesel 4-cylinder (FWD)14.8 gal1232 mpgabout 470 miles
2018–20191.6L turbo diesel 4-cylinder (AWD)15.6 gal1232 mpgabout 500 miles
20102.4L 4-cylinder18.8 gal323–26 mpgabout 430–490 miles
20112.4L 4-cylinder18.8 gal423–26 mpgabout 430–490 miles
2012–20172.4L 4-cylinder18.8 gal1023–26 mpgabout 430–490 miles
20103.0L V620.9 gal320 mpgabout 420 miles
20113.0L V620.9 gal419–20 mpgabout 400–420 miles
20123.0L V620.9 gal519–20 mpgabout 400–420 miles
2013–20173.6L V620.9 gal1018–20 mpgabout 380–420 miles
20083.4L V6 (FWD)20.5 gal1Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual
20093.4L V6 (FWD)20.5 gal2Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual
2008–20093.6L V6 Sport (FWD)20.5 gal2Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual
20083.4L V6 (AWD)16.6 gal1Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual
20093.4L V6 (AWD)16.6 gal2Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual
2008–20093.6L V6 Sport (AWD)16.6 gal2Before EPA data hereCheck your owner’s manual

Equinox tire size and pressure

Chevrolet’s Equinox manuals do not print tire pressures. They send you to the Tire and Loading Information label on the driver’s door frame, which lists the cold pressure for the tires your Equinox came with. The 2026 manual lists three sizes: 17-, 19-, and 20-inch. Check pressure cold, before driving. If the warning light comes on, see tire pressure light.

Chevrolet Equinox: tire size and pressure (cold) by trim
YearsTrimTire sizeFrontRear
2026LT, ACTIV (17-inch)235/65R1719Check your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2026LT, RS (19-inch)235/55R1919Check your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual
2026RS (20-inch)235/50R2019Check your owner’s manualCheck your owner’s manual

Equinox oil at a glance

The 2010–2017 Equinox takes 5W-30, and every Equinox with the 1.5-liter turbo takes 0W-20. From 2018 the capacity depends on the drive: 4.2 quarts with front-wheel drive and 5.3 quarts with all-wheel drive on the 1.5 turbo. The Equinox oil page has every year, the dexos1 wording from each manual, and how often to change it.

Chevrolet Equinox oil at a glance
YearsEngineOilCapacity
2025–20261.5L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)0W-20194.2 qt (4.0 L) with filter
2025–20261.5L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)0W-20195.3 qt (5.0 L) with filter
20181.5L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)0W-20114.2 qt (4.0 L) with filter
2019–20241.5L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)0W-20174.2 qt (4.0 L) with filter
20181.5L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)0W-20115.3 qt (5.0 L) with filter
2019–20241.5L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)0W-20175.3 qt (5.0 L) with filter
20182.0L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)5W-30115 qt (4.7 L) with filter
2019–20202.0L turbo 4-cylinder (FWD)5W-30135 qt (4.7 L) with filter
20182.0L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)5W-30116 qt (5.7 L) with filter
2019–20202.0L turbo 4-cylinder (AWD)5W-30136 qt (5.7 L) with filter
2018–20191.6L turbo diesel 4-cylinder (FWD)5W-30125.3 qt (5.0 L) with filter
2018–20191.6L turbo diesel 4-cylinder (AWD)5W-30125.3 qt (5.0 L) with filter
20102.4L 4-cylinder5W-3035 qt (4.7 L) with filter
20112.4L 4-cylinder5W-3045 qt (4.7 L) with filter
2012–20172.4L 4-cylinder5W-30105 qt (4.7 L) with filter
20103.0L V65W-3036 qt (5.7 L) with filter
20113.0L V65W-3046 qt (5.7 L) with filter
20123.0L V65W-3056 qt (5.7 L) with filter
2013–20173.6L V65W-30106 qt (5.7 L) with filter
20083.4L V6 (FWD)5W-3014 qt (3.8 L) with filter
20093.4L V6 (FWD)5W-3024.5 qt (4.3 L) with filter
2008–20093.6L V6 Sport (FWD)5W-3025.5 qt (5.2 L) with filter
20083.4L V6 (AWD)5W-3014 qt (3.8 L) with filter
20093.4L V6 (AWD)5W-3024.5 qt (4.3 L) with filter
2008–20093.6L V6 Sport (AWD)5W-3025.5 qt (5.2 L) with filter

Equinox towing capacity

How much an Equinox can tow depends on the engine:

  • 2008–2009 V6: up to 3,500 lb.
  • 2010–2017: 1,500 lb with the 2.4-liter and 3,500 lb with either V6.
  • 2018–2024: 1,500 lb with the 1.5-liter turbo or the diesel. The 2018–2020 2.0-liter turbo with the trailering package is rated 3,505 lb (1,590 kg).
  • 2025–2026: 800 lb with front-wheel drive and 1,500 lb with all-wheel drive.

Older manuals limit a trailer without its own brakes to 1,000 lb. Towing also counts as severe service for the transmission fluid; see the Equinox maintenance schedule.

  • 4th generation (2025–2026): up to 1,500 lb20
  • 3rd generation (2018–2024): up to 3,505 lb11
  • 2nd generation (2010–2017): up to 3,500 lb10
  • 1st generation (2008–2009): up to 3,500 lb1

Recalls: check by VIN

Recalls depend on the exact vehicle, not just the year. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see any open recalls on your Equinox. The VIN is at the lower driver’s-side corner of the windshield and on your registration. A Chevrolet dealer does recall repairs for free.

What to record in your log

The Oil Life System tells you when the oil is worn, but it resets to 100% after each change and keeps no history. Write down:

  • Each fill-up: date, odometer, and gallons. Two full fill-ups in a row give your real MPG; the MPG calculator does the math.
  • Each oil change: date, odometer, and the oil life percentage when you went in. Chevrolet wants it changed at least once a year even if the display never asks.
  • Tire rotations every 7,500 miles, and the date of the last brake fluid change, which Chevrolet times in years, not miles.

A car maintenance log keeps this in one place. How Chevrolet schedules service across its lineup: Chevrolet maintenance schedule.

FAQ

What is the gas mileage of a Chevy Equinox?

The EPA rates the 2026 Equinox at 27 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 26 mpg with all-wheel drive. A 2020 Equinox with the 1.5-liter turbo is rated 28 mpg (FWD) and 27 mpg (AWD), and a 2015 Equinox with the 2.4-liter 26 mpg (FWD) and 23 mpg (AWD).

How big is the Chevy Equinox gas tank?

14.8 gallons with front-wheel drive and 15.6 gallons with all-wheel drive on 2018–2026 models. A 2010–2017 Equinox holds 18.8 gallons with the 2.4-liter and 20.9 gallons with a V6, according to Chevrolet’s manuals.

What tire pressure does a Chevy Equinox take?

Use the pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label on the driver’s door frame. Chevrolet sets it for the original tire size, and the manuals point to that label rather than printing one number.

How much can a Chevy Equinox tow?

Most Equinox models are rated 1,500 lb. The exceptions: 3,500 lb with the 2008–2017 V6 engines, 3,505 lb with the 2018–2020 2.0-liter turbo and trailering package, and 800 lb on the 2025–2026 front-wheel drive model.

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Sources

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  2. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  3. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  4. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  5. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  6. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  7. 2014 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  8. 2015 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  9. 2016 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  10. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  11. 2018 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  12. 2019 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  13. 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  14. 2021 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  15. 2022 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  16. 2023 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  17. 2024 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
  18. 2025 Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual (checked November 12, 2026)
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  20. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox Trailer Towing Supplement (checked November 12, 2026)
  21. U.S. EPA and U.S. DOE, fueleconomy.gov vehicle data (MPG; retrieved November 12, 2026)