2024 Chevy Equinox MPG
Across its 2 EPA-rated versions, the 2024 Chevy Equinox returns 24–26 mpg city, 30–31 highway and 26–28 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, at 28 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive and is rated 26 mpg combined. That matches the best gasoline version of the 2023 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 · 310 g CO₂/mi |
| Equinox AWD | 1.5 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 30 | 26 | Regular · 339 g CO₂/mi |
2024 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 2024 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.
2024 Chevy Equinox specs
The EPA lists one engine for the 2024 Chevy Equinox: a 1.5 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 |
2024 Chevy Equinox problems
Owners have filed 82 complaints about the 2024 Chevy Equinox with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Fuel/propulsion system is the most-reported area (16% of component mentions), followed by electrical system (12%) and engine (10%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 27 complaints a year: about as many as the 2023 (24 a year).
That ranks 13th of 17 Chevy Equinox model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 82, 5 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 3 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 23 | 16% |
| Electrical system | 17 | 12% |
| Engine | 14 | 10% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 12 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 12 | 9% |
| Power train | 11 | 8% |
| Service brakes | 11 | 8% |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 5% |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 4% |
| Steering | 4 | 3% |
| Air bags | 3 | 2% |
| Structure | 3 | 2% |
| Tires | 3 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 1% |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 2 | 1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | 1% |
| Wheels | 2 | 1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | <1% |
| Seats | 1 | <1% |
| Suspension | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The fuel pump quit while driving, fortunately we were not on as interstate highway. I was able to coast to the side of the road and call for tow. …
the fuel pump control module failed at 22,016 miles on a basically NEW vehicle, with SUPPOSEDLY COVERED 36,000 mile manufacturer warranty!?
The biggest issue is last year while driving on 74 in busy traffic, the car automatically went into a "low power" mode and limited the power without warning. …
2024 Chevy Equinox recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2024 Chevy Equinox.
The most recent, campaign 23V869000 from December 2023, concerns structure.
23V869000 · December 21, 2023 · Structure
Problem: The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.
Risk: A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge.
Safety ratings
NHTSA has not published 5-star crash ratings for the 2024 Chevy Equinox.
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 2024 models in the EPA's small sport utility vehicle class, the 2024 Mazda CX-5 (28 mpg), 2024 Subaru Outback (28 mpg) and 2024 Subaru Forester (29 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 2024 Equinox a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2024 Chevy Equinox has 27 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (13th most of 17 model years), 1 recall campaign and up to 28 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2024 Equinox problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are fuel/propulsion system (23), electrical system (17) and engine (14). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2024 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 2024 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 2024 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).