2014 Chevy Equinox MPG
Across its 8 EPA-rated versions, the 2014 Chevy Equinox returns 16–22 mpg city, 23–31 highway and 19–26 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 26 mpg combined. At the other end, the 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive manages 19 mpg combined, 7 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2013 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinox FWD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 26 | Regular · 347 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox FWD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 26 | Gasoline or E85 · 347 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular · 381 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Gasoline or E85 · 381 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox FWD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Gasoline or E85 · 411 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox FWD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | Regular · 456 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Regular · 476 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 476 g CO₂/mi |
2014 Chevy Equinox fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2014 Chevy Equinox costs about $2,510 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (26 mpg combined), or roughly 17 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (19 mpg combined) comes to about $3,440 a year, $930 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2014 Chevy Equinox specs
The EPA lists 2 engine choices for the 2014 Chevy Equinox: 2.4 L 4-cyl and 3.6 L 6-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Small Sport Utility Vehicle" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L | 4 | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 4 |
| 3.6 L | 6 | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 4 |
2014 Chevy Equinox problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 549 owner complaints about the 2014 Chevy Equinox.
Engine is the most-reported area (31% of component mentions), followed by visibility/wiper (24%) and electrical system (7%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 42 complaints a year: fewer than the 2013 (53 a year) and the 2015 (56 a year).
That ranks 8th of 17 Chevy Equinox model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 549, 23 mention a crash, 4 a fire and 9 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 219 | 31% |
| Visibility/wiper | 167 | 24% |
| Electrical system | 46 | 7% |
| Unknown or other | 42 | 6% |
| Power train | 40 | 6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 34 | 5% |
| Air bags | 29 | 4% |
| Visibility | 20 | 3% |
| Steering | 18 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 18 | 3% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 15 | 2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 13 | 2% |
| Service brakes | 12 | 2% |
| Structure | 9 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 4 | <1% |
| Tires | 4 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 1 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 1 | <1% |
| Seats | 1 | <1% |
| Suspension | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The piston rings or something in the engine is wrong as to where there is massive oil consumption. …
2014 Chevy Equinox- Consumer is requesting reimbursement for parts and repair in connection to the Safety Recall # N212352530. Recall letter and repair & parts invoice attached.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle from an independent dealer, the check engine warning light illuminated. …
2014 Chevy Equinox recalls
The 2014 Chevy Equinox has been the subject of 1 recall campaign.
The most recent, campaign 22V165000 from March 2022, concerns visibility.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Equinox years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V165000 | March 17, 2022 | Visibility | 2014–2015 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2014 Chevy Equinox; the best overall score is 4 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Chevy Equinoxes can be compared fairly. Among other 2014 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2014 Ford Escape (26 mpg), 2014 Honda CR-V (26 mpg) and 2014 Subaru Outback (26 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 26 | 782 | 49 | 3 |
| 2012 | 26 | 685 | 45 | 3 |
| 2013 | 26 | 751 | 53 | 2 |
| 2014 | 26 | 549 | 42 | 1 |
| 2015 | 26 | 680 | 56 | 2 |
| 2016 | 26 | 399 | 36 | 1 |
| 2017 | 25 | 276 | 27 | 0 |
Every Chevy Equinox model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Equinox a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2014 Chevy Equinox has 42 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (8th most of 17 model years), 1 recall campaign, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 26 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2014 Equinox problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (219), visibility/wiper (167) and electrical system (46). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2014 Equinox have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Equinox get?
The EPA rates the versions at 19–26 mpg combined (16–22 city, 23–31 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Equinox per year?
About $2,510 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $3,440 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).