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Some SUVs ask you to compromise on something. The Chevy Equinox asks you to bring the groceries, the dog, the weekend gear, and whoever else needs a ride. It has grown into one of Chevrolet’s most practical vehicles, and at Ray Skillman Chevrolet, it is one of the first models we point drivers toward when they want real room without a bigger footprint.
We have spent many years helping drivers around Indianapolis, IN, sort out which trim best matches how they live. Some want the lowest payment and the longest list of standard features. Others want black wheels and a flat-bottom steering wheel. A few want all-terrain tires because the family cabin sits at the end of a gravel lane. All three end up in the same SUV.
LT, RS, and ACTIV share the same engine and the same screens, so the decision comes down to how you want the SUV to look and where you want it to be comfortable. Here is how the three line up.
| Feature | LT | RS | ACTIV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L turbo four-cylinder, 175 hp | 1.5L turbo four-cylinder, 175 hp | 1.5L turbo four-cylinder, 175 hp |
| Drivetrain | FWD with CVT standard, AWD with 8-speed automatic available | FWD with CVT standard, AWD with 8-speed automatic available | FWD with CVT standard, AWD with 8-speed automatic available |
| Max Towing (properly equipped) | 800 lb FWD / 1,500 lb AWD | 800 lb FWD / 1,500 lb AWD | 800 lb FWD / 1,500 lb AWD |
| Wheels | 17-inch aluminum, 19-inch available | 19-inch machined aluminum, 20-inch available | 17-inch machined aluminum with all-terrain tires |
| Seating Material | Standard seating with heated front seats | Evotex synthetic leather with RS badging | Evotex with sueded microfiber inserts |
| Steering Wheel | Heated, standard design | Heated, flat-bottom design | Heated, standard design |
| Displays | 11.3-inch touchscreen and 11-inch driver display | 11.3-inch touchscreen and 11-inch driver display | 11.3-inch touchscreen and 11-inch driver display |
| Wireless Phone Charging | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Hands-Free Power Liftgate | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Power Driver’s Seat | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Available | Standard, black finish | Standard, black finish |
| Standout Detail | Midnight Edition appearance package available | Black two-tone roof available | All-terrain suspension tuning |
Most shoppers walk in leaning one direction and leave leaning another. Sitting in all three takes about fifteen minutes and settles the question faster than any chart can.
Schedule a test drive and we will have the trims you are curious about ready to go.
Every Equinox runs a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 175 horsepower. Front-wheel-drive models pair it with a continuously variable transmission and 184 lb-ft of torque, which is enough to merge onto I-465 without planning the move a mile in advance. Order all-wheel drive, and torque climbs to 203 lb-ft, routed through an eight-speed automatic that shifts with a bit more purpose.
Efficiency holds up nicely. Front-wheel-drive models carry an EPA-estimated 26 mpg city and 29 mpg highway, while all-wheel-drive versions come in at 25 city and 29 highway. Towing runs up to 800 pounds with front-wheel drive and up to 1,500 pounds with all-wheel drive when properly equipped, which covers a small utility trailer or a pair of jet skis. A Drive Mode Selector dial sits within easy reach of your right hand, so switching into Snow mode on a January morning takes about a second.
An 11.3-inch touchscreen anchors the dash, with an 11-inch driver display sitting directly ahead of the wheel. Google built-in comes standard, so you can ask for directions out loud and get an answer without digging through menus at a stoplight. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect the moment you settle in, and OnStar runs quietly in the background if you ever need it.
Wireless charging is standard on RS and ACTIV and can be added to the LT, so your phone tops off in the console instead of fighting with a cable. Remote start comes standard across the lineup. Browse our current Chevrolet selection online to see what we have on the ground right now.
Safety gear here is standard rather than an add-on. Chevy Safety Assist bundles six features into every trim, including automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, forward collision alert, a following distance indicator, and IntelliBeam automatic high beams. Adaptive cruise control, lane change alert with side blind zone alert, and rear cross traffic braking are standard too.
Cargo works out to 29.8 cubic feet behind the rear seat and 63.5 cubic feet with the 60/40 split rear seat folded flat. There is hidden storage beneath the cargo floor for anything you would rather not leave in plain sight, plus a pass-through center console for longer items. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standard on every trim, and that matters more in February than any number on a page suggests.
We opened our doors in 2008 as part of the Ray Skillman Auto Group, which has served central Indiana since 1980. That history shapes the way we sell cars. No pressure, no runaround, and a straight answer when you ask what something costs. Our GM Certified Service technicians handle everything from oil changes to major repairs, and because we are a warranty-approved service provider, covered work does not cost you extra.
Financing happens on site, and we work with national banks along with local lenders to find a rate that fits your budget. If you have a vehicle to trade, bring it along and we will give you a fair number for it. Stop by, take a Chevy Equinox around the block, and see what you think.
Ray Skillman Chevrolet keeps the Equinox on the lot at our showroom, and you are welcome to stop in any day but Sunday. We stock LT, RS, and ACTIV trims so you can compare them side by side instead of guessing from a screen. Our team can also tell you what is arriving soon if you have a specific color or configuration in mind.
The Equinox is rated to tow up to 800 pounds with front-wheel drive and up to 1,500 pounds with all-wheel drive, when properly equipped. That covers a small utility trailer, a pair of jet skis, or a light popup camper. Talk with our team about the trailering equipment your configuration needs before you hook anything up.
Yes. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are standard on LT, RS, and ACTIV. Chevrolet made them standard equipment rather than an upcharge, which is unusual in the compact SUV class and one of the first things customers mention when they sit in one.
The RS leans sporty and the ACTIV leans outdoorsy. RS rides on 19-inch machined wheels and adds blacked-out exterior accents, Evotex synthetic leather seating, and a flat-bottom steering wheel. ACTIV runs 17-inch machined wheels with all-terrain tires, its own suspension tuning, and sueded microfiber seat inserts.
Yes, our finance team works right here and partners with national banks and local lenders to find a competitive rate. You can start a credit application online before you visit, which reduces paperwork once you arrive. We will walk you through loan and lease options so you can see how each one affects your monthly payment.
Yes, we take trades of any make and model. Bring your vehicle by, and our team will appraise it, then apply the value toward your Equinox. If you still owe money on it, we can walk through how the remaining balance factors into the deal.
