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2021 Chevrolet Equinox

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2021 Chevrolet Equinox is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
Not available
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears6
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: AWD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)
City26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
Highway31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 15, 2026.

  • 23V339000: CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child…

    Remedy: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner…

    Reported May 11, 2023. View on NHTSA

  • 23V013000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for…

    Reported January 19, 2023. View on NHTSA

  • 21V612000: TIRES

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer…

    Reported August 5, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 20V811000: SEAT BELTS

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If…

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet…

    Reported December 23, 2020. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 11, 2026

Data verified: October 12, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox have?

1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?

Combined fuel economy is 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 15, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.