2019 Chevy Equinox MPG
EPA ratings for the 2019 Chevy Equinox run from 22–28 mpg in town to 28–39 on the highway, or 24–32 combined, depending on which of its 6 versions you look at.
The most efficient pairs the 1.6-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, at 32 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 2.0-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive and is rated 24 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2018 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinox AWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 28 | 38 | 32 | Diesel · 319 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox FWD | 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 | 39 | 32 | Diesel · 321 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox FWD | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 32 | 28 | Regular · 315 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 25 | 30 | 27 | Regular · 334 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox FWD | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 25 | Premium · 350 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | Premium · 367 g CO₂/mi |
2019 Chevy Equinox fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on diesel at the September 2026 U.S. average of $6.29 a gallon, the 2019 Chevy Equinox costs about $2,950 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (32 mpg combined), or roughly 20 cents a mile.
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.
2019 Chevy Equinox specs
2019 Chevy Equinox buyers could choose between 3 engines, according to EPA records: 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo, 1.6 L 4-cyl turbo and 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 1.6 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive; Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.0 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 9-spd | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2019 Chevy Equinox problems
Owners have filed 306 complaints about the 2019 Chevy Equinox with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Engine is the most-reported area (23% of component mentions), followed by service brakes (16%) and electrical system (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 38 complaints a year: fewer than the 2018 (45 a year) and the 2020 (45 a year).
That ranks 9th of 17 Chevy Equinox model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 306, 23 mention a crash, 7 a fire and 5 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 100 | 23% |
| Service brakes | 70 | 16% |
| Electrical system | 44 | 10% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 42 | 10% |
| Power train | 37 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 37 | 9% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 13 | 3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 12 | 3% |
| Air bags | 11 | 3% |
| Steering | 9 | 2% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 7 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 1% |
| Seats | 6 | 1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 5 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 5 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 4 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | <1% |
| Structure | 2 | <1% |
| Tires | 2 | <1% |
| Visibility | 2 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Equipment | 1 | <1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | <1% |
| Suspension | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
In May 2026 while driving home from her job in downtown St. Louis, my daughter was driving my equinox. …
While driving my 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, the brake pedal suddenly became extremely hard to press while the vehicle was being driven. The problem occurred unexpectedly while the driver was slowing down. …
The instrument cluster and driver information center is completely blank, and none of the steering wheel controls are operating. Vehicle starts and runs normally, but no indication of speed, turn signals, headlights, gas level, etc.
2019 Chevy Equinox recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2019 Chevy Equinox.
The most recent, campaign 20V668000 from October 2020, concerns power train.
19V184000 · March 7, 2019 · Seats
Problem: The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.
Risk: In the event of a crash, the insufficient welds may result in an increased risk of injury for an occupant seated in the rear-right position.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Equinox years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20V668000 | October 29, 2020 | Power train | 2018–2020 |
| 19V667000 | September 19, 2019 | Gasoline fuel system | 2019–2020 |
| 18V576000 | August 30, 2018 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2018–2019 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2019 Chevy Equinox; the best overall score is 5 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 2019 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2019 Honda CR-V (30 mpg), 2019 Toyota RAV4 (30 mpg) and 2019 Mazda CX-5 (29 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 26 | 399 | 36 | 1 |
| 2017 | 25 | 276 | 27 | 0 |
| 2018 | 32 | 410 | 45 | 5 |
| 2019 | 32 | 306 | 38 | 4 |
| 2020 | 28 | 318 | 45 | 4 |
| 2021 | 28 | 100 | 16 | 4 |
| 2022 | 28 | 186 | 37 | 6 |
Every Chevy Equinox model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Equinox a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2019 Chevy Equinox has 38 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (9th most of 17 model years), 4 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 32 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2019 Equinox problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (100), service brakes (70) and electrical system (44). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2019 Equinox have?
NHTSA lists 4 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 2019 Equinox get?
The EPA rates the versions at 24–32 mpg combined (22–28 city, 28–39 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Equinox per year?
About $2,950 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average diesel price of $6.29 a gallon (EIA).