2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV RS

The 2026 Equinox EV is Chevrolet's compact electric crossover, slotting between the Bolt EV and Blazer EV in size and price. It competes with the Tesla Model Y, Ford Mustang Mach-E, and Hyundai Ioniq 5 in the crowded compact EV segment. The Equinox EV accelerates smoothly and quietly, with enough punch for daily driving and a composed, planted feel on the highway. Its ride is on the firm side, which helps body control but means sharper impacts on rough pavement; the trade-off is worth it for the handling. The cabin offers generous passenger space for four adults, and the rear cargo area is competitive for the class. The RS is the sporty trim in the Equinox EV lineup, with sharper styling and a firmer suspension than the LT trims, but you don't get the extra power some rivals' sport trims offer. This RS sends 213 horsepower to all four wheels via two electric motors, giving it confident traction in rain or light snow and a 0-60 time around six seconds. The RS's available Super Cruise hands-free driving system is a rare feature in this price range, making long highway trips noticeably more relaxing.