2015 Chevy Equinox MPG
EPA ratings for the 2015 Chevy Equinox run from 16–22 mpg in town to 23–31 on the highway, or 19–26 combined, depending on which of its 6 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 26 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive and is rated 19 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2014 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 | Gasoline or E85 · 347 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox FWD | 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 26 | Regular · 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 | 19 | Regular · 462 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Regular · 481 g CO₂/mi |
2015 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 2015 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.
2015 Chevy Equinox specs
2015 Chevy Equinox buyers could choose between 2 engines, according to EPA records: 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. The EPA classes it as a small sport utility vehicle.
| 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 | 2 |
2015 Chevy Equinox problems
Owners have filed 680 complaints about the 2015 Chevy Equinox with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Visibility/wiper is the most-reported area (30% of component mentions), followed by engine (27%) and power train (7%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 56 complaints a year: more than the 2014 (42 a year) and the 2016 (36 a year).
No other Chevy Equinox model year from 2008 to 2024 has more complaints per year on sale.
Of the 680, 24 mention a crash, 6 a fire and 13 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 250 | 30% |
| Engine | 227 | 27% |
| Power train | 63 | 7% |
| Unknown or other | 54 | 6% |
| Electrical system | 45 | 5% |
| Air bags | 38 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 31 | 4% |
| Visibility | 30 | 4% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 15 | 2% |
| Service brakes | 15 | 2% |
| Steering | 14 | 2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 2% |
| Structure | 10 | 1% |
| Suspension | 7 | <1% |
| Wheels | 6 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 4 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 4 | <1% |
| Seats | 4 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | <1% |
| Tires | 3 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
wind shield wiper stopped working while driving on the highway in heavy down pour, safety was my next concern, so I pulled over and waited for the rain to stop to continue driving home.
Rear main seal has blown three times since I purchased my vehicle from Carvana. I’ve pulled the engine out myself as I cannot afford another $3,500 at the shop. …
The transfer case blew out. (2) in seven months. Every mechanic that has looked at it says that the bearings sheered and caused metal fragments into the gears causing the transfer case to fail. …
2015 Chevy Equinox recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Chevy Equinox.
The most recent, campaign 22V165000 from March 2022, concerns visibility.
15V666000 · October 16, 2015 · Air bags
Problem: The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Equinox years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V165000 | March 17, 2022 | Visibility | 2014–2015 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2015 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 2015 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2015 Ford Escape (26 mpg), 2015 Toyota RAV4 (26 mpg) and 2015 Subaru Forester (27 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2018 | 32 | 410 | 45 | 5 |
Every Chevy Equinox model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Equinox a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2015 Chevy Equinox has 56 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the most of its 17 model years), 2 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 4 stars and up to 26 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2015 Equinox problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are visibility/wiper (250), engine (227) and power train (63). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2015 Equinox have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 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 2015 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).