2018 Chevrolet Equinox LS

The 2018 Equinox is a compact SUV that slots below the Traverse and above the Trax, competing with the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. The Equinox handles smoothly and tracks well in all weather, though the base engine can feel sluggish when merging onto highways. Inside, the cabin offers comfortable seating for five, a flat-folding rear seat, and easy-to-reach controls for audio and climate. Owners praise the Equinox's comfortable ride, good fuel economy, and handy features like remote start and a rear camera. The LS is the second rung above the base L, adding a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto while skipping the LT's available safety packages. Its 1.5L I4 makes 170 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, returning 28 mpg combined in front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available on the LS, a choice you give up if you step down to the base L.