The Chevrolet Equinox distinguishes itself as a compelling choice if you want a spacious SUV with serious hauling capability that doesn't feel like you're driving a tank. This compact yet surprisingly roomy vehicle adapts to various lifestyles, seamlessly handling everything from grocery runs to cross-country road trips. Our Huffines Chevrolet Lewisville team explores what makes the Equinox's cargo stand out and why it should be your next ride.
2025 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
If you need to haul items, the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox has you covered. Behind those rear seats, you'll find 29.8 cubic feet of space — plenty for weekly groceries, sports gear, or a couple of suitcases. Dropping those rear seats flat creates 63.5 cubic feet of volume, which is ideal for moving boxes, furniture, camping equipment, or that impulsive buy from the home improvement store.
The 2025 Equinox gives you 104.3 cubic feet of total passenger volume (without the sunroof), comfortably accommodating your family or friends and their belongings. At 74.9 inches, this new version is 2.5 inches wider than the previous model year. That translates to extra cargo space and a more open cabin experience. With its 107.5-inch wheelbase, 183.2-inch length, and 65.6-inch height, this SUV is compact enough for city parking and roomy enough for real life.
Ground clearance varies from 8.05 to 8.2 inches, depending on which trim you pick. This is ample to ensure you don't scrape your vehicle's undercarriage on rough roads and sail smoothly over small obstacles. The Equinox is equipped to handle whatever your day brings — school runs, work commutes, or weekend escapes — offering a surprising amount of space and a modest footprint for a compact SUV.
Loading and Accessibility Features
The spacious Equinox excels when it comes to convenience features. If you're within 3 feet of your SUV, juggling groceries, a coffee, and your phone, and can't find your keys, you can simply kick your foot under the back bumper in an in-and-out motion to activate the hands-free power liftgate. The logo projection illuminates as you approach your vehicle, helping you to locate the sensor.
This handy liftgate has an adjustable height feature. You can set it to open fully or three-quarters of its maximum height, making it easier to reach and preventing it from hitting the ceiling in tight garage spaces. If you want to operate the liftgate manually, you can simply switch it off. The cargo area features practical tie-down points, which will keep your gear secure on those curvy roads through the Texas Hill Country. With thoughtful touches such as these, the Equinox offers a surprisingly convenient experience for its price point.
Interior Features Enhancing Cargo Utilization
The Equinox's interior design focuses on flexibility. The 60/40-split folding rear bench seat can be folded flat on either side, allowing for numerous cargo and passenger configurations. You get 29.8 cubic feet of cargo volume with all seats upright and up to 63.5 cubic feet with the second row folded. Hauling oversized or bulky items is seamless with this adaptable SUV.
Pop up the cargo floor, and you'll discover a secret compartment holding the spare tire and extra space for items you'd rather keep hidden or rarely use. You can remove the cargo floor when you need those extra inches for oversized items. This adaptability is perfect if you balance work commutes with weekend fun.
The cargo area features durable, easy-to-clean materials, which is great if you have kids, dogs, or just live an active life. Throughout the cabin, you'll find clever storage spots that complement the cargo area. From door pockets sized for actual water bottles to console spaces that hold more than just your phone, the Equinox boasts a carefully planned and functional interior design.
How the Chevrolet Equinox Stands Out in Its Class
In the compact SUV segment, the Equinox's cargo capacity is generally competitive. It outshines the Mazda CX-5, which offers 29.1 cubic feet of volume with the seats up and 59.3 cubic feet with them folded. The Honda CR-V provides more space — 39.3 cubic feet behind the second row and a maximum cargo capacity of 76.5 cubic feet — which means it also has a larger footprint than the Chevrolet. Overall, the Equinox is a more budget-friendly option designed for efficiency and practicality.
The Equinox sets itself apart with its distinctive looks. With three unique front-end designs across the lineup, you can choose the one that appeals to you. The traditional-looking LT trim gives you the option of chrome or Midnight Edition gloss black grille accents, while the sporty RS model showcases a bold, wide grille opening, black bow tie emblems, and body-color molding. An exclusive front fascia treatment and off-road styling elements distinguish the ACTIV trim level from its siblings.
The Equinox doesn't just look good; it also offers unparalleled reliability and safety. J.D. Power crowned it the Highest Ranked Compact SUV in New Vehicle Quality in 2022. The 2023 model grabbed a five-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. These awards prove that this isn't just a versatile cargo-hauler but a quality vehicle you can depend on daily. The Equinox successfully balances space with city-friendly dimensions, something many competitors struggle with.
Experience the Chevrolet Equinox at Huffines Chevrolet Lewisville
To see if the Equinox lives up to the hype, contact us or visit our Huffines Chevrolet Lewisville dealership to schedule a test-drive. Our team knows these SUVs inside and out and will guide you through each model to help find the one that's perfect for you. You can also check out our current inventory and deals online.
With its outstanding versatility and exceptional cargo capacity, the Chevrolet Equinox continues to win over Texas drivers year after year. We can't wait to show you what makes this SUV so special.