2023 Chevy Equinox MPG
The 2023 Chevy Equinox gets 24–26 mpg in the city and 30–31 on the highway (26–28 combined), across the 2 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 28 mpg combined. At the other end, the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive manages 26 mpg combined, 2 mpg less. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2022 model.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinox FWD | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 31 | 28 | Regular · 317 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 26 | Regular · 340 g CO₂/mi |
2023 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 2023 Chevy Equinox costs about $2,330 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (28 mpg combined), or roughly 16 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (26 mpg combined) comes to about $2,510 a year, $180 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.
2023 Chevy Equinox specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2023 Chevy Equinox: a 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive; All-Wheel Drive | 2 |
2023 Chevy Equinox problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 99 owner complaints about the 2023 Chevy Equinox.
Fuel/propulsion system is the most-reported area (31% of component mentions), followed by engine (12%) and service brakes (9%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 24 complaints a year: fewer than the 2022 (37 a year) and about as many as the 2024 (27 a year).
That ranks 14th of 17 Chevy Equinox model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 99, 5 mention a crash and 3 an injury, and none report a fire.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 46 | 31% |
| Engine | 18 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 17 | 11% |
| Service brakes | 14 | 9% |
| Electrical system | 13 | 9% |
| Steering | 8 | 5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 7 | 5% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 6 | 4% |
| Power train | 6 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 2% |
| Air bags | 2 | 1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | 1% |
| Structure | 2 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 1 | <1% |
| Seats | 1 | <1% |
| Air service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 1 | <1% |
| Suspension | 1 | <1% |
| Wheels | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The high-pressure fuel pump on my 2023 Chevrolet Equinox has suffered a structural mechanical failure, creating a severe risk of sudden engine stall while driving. …
Vehicle Safety Complaint — 2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT I am reporting a potentially dangerous safety defect involving my 2023 Chevrolet Equinox LT equipped with the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine. …
Entering a freeway off-ramp at about 65 mph, I depressed the brakes and the brake pedal went to the floor with little resistance. …
2023 Chevy Equinox recalls
The 2023 Chevy Equinox has been the subject of 3 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 23V339000 from May 2023, concerns child seat.
22V929000 · December 15, 2022 · Air bags
Problem: The Occupant Classification System may not properly disable the front passenger air bag when there is a small child or child restraint detected in the seat.
Risk: In the event of a crash, a front passenger air bag that deploys with a child or infant in the front passenger seat can increase their risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger presence system, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Equinox years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23V339000 | May 11, 2023 | Child seat | 2020–2023 |
| 22V724000 | September 29, 2022 | Seats | 2022–2023 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 2 versions of the 2023 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 2023 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2023 Subaru Outback (28 mpg), 2023 Subaru Forester (29 mpg) and 2023 Ford Escape (30 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 28 | 318 | 45 | 4 |
| 2021 | 28 | 100 | 16 | 4 |
| 2022 | 28 | 186 | 37 | 6 |
| 2023 | 28 | 99 | 24 | 3 |
| 2024 | 28 | 82 | 27 | 1 |
Every Chevy Equinox model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Equinox a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2023 Chevy Equinox has 24 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (14th most of 17 model years), 3 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 28 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2023 Equinox problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are fuel/propulsion system (46), engine (18) and service brakes (14). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2023 Equinox have?
NHTSA lists 3 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 2023 Equinox get?
The EPA rates the versions at 26–28 mpg combined (24–26 city, 30–31 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Equinox per year?
About $2,330 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,510 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).