2025 Chevy Equinox EV | Review and 0-60

[@cwilsonpa]

The headlight button is on the Left side of the infotainment screen in the shortcut area. Plus the headlights default tobAuto like most modern cars.

[@leesylvester8713]

Thank you

[@JohnnyChronic18]

I got one of these 2 weeks ago. As a licensed mechanic I am very much in love with how Chevy made this vehicle. I enjoy the ride much more than Tesla not sure what you are talking about Tesla has good tech and motors but bearings, suspension, fit and finish etc are poor to fair quality bro. Tesla over the next decade will lose market share year over year. Maybe if they get rid of elmo and get a real CEO that'll change.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!! I’m glad you’re enjoying yours.

[@griffd2004]

You enjoy this ride more than the Model Y??? Seriously?! You're letting your politics cloud your judgement. This car sucks compared to the Model Y. Not even close. But it is cheaper, so there's that.

[@ubuu7]

@@griffd2004 the model y is too blobby/teardroppy/flight of the nagivator looking

[@griffd2004]

@@ubuu7 I somewhat agree but the new Model 3 is a telling sign where Model Y is going next year (project Juniper). I think it looks great.

[@guilleport]

ELMO is the ONLY One that made it possible for you to drive that electric Chevy. Before GM didn't care a sh1t about EVs. Good luck 🤞

[@YellowBoltTC]

GM is going to pull ahead really fast

[@ronkemperful]

Electric cars are truly fun to drive and perhaps when perfected, will be the future. My 97 year old uncle, yes he is 97! a retired atomic engineer, has owned a Model 3 Tesla and currently drives a Model Y. I’ve driven both of them, experienced one-pedal driving, and see the advantages of always having a vehicle fueled up with electricity and ready to go without ever needing to stop for gas or having oil changes or anything else having to do with a combustion engine. I don’t mind having most of the controls in the main display and would be tempted to buy one, if it wasn’t for a certain person named ‘Musk’.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I hear you! EV cars have already come such a long way and I think there is a large population who would benefit from them. Especially in the large cities where air quality is less than ideal.

[@FordEnthusiast413]

Get a Tesla if you like it! Your uncle did and bless him for reaching 97 years young. Get over your opinion of Elon Musk and share an experience with your uncle!

[@ronkemperful]

@@FordEnthusiast413 I’ll consider it.

[@RW-ur7ym]

Do you have to agree with the politics of the manufacturers CEO for all of your major purchases?

[@ronkemperful]

@@RW-ur7ym Not necessarily. But it might be foolish here in liberal Oregon to own a vehicle associated with a conservative such as Musk. That could invite a high risk for vandalism by those of a contrary opinion.

[@peterandrewj]

This EV caught my attention because it's a good value, but it's basic when it comes to efficiency in cold weather, relying on dedicated heaters that draw power from the battery. Thanks for the review and your impressions of the driving and handling.

[@austinturner1995]

It has a heat pump. In my experience so far, the heater has a lot less of an impact than it did in my Bolt

[@markgoff3367]

Nothing good about an EV

[@leesylvester8713]

@@markgoff3367 nothing good about a moron showing up on an EV video to troll because he doesn’t have a life.

[@SciD1]

All cars have glare in the windshield. No big deal. This car has many more pros than cons.

[@JohnnyChronic18]

It goes away as the sun beats it down over a year or so as well.

[@SciD1]

@@JohnnyChronic18 polarized glasses eliminate de glare.

[@vanhoot2234]

tested this and a few others to make my decision this came in #2 overall it was a tough decision. I had already put a deposit down on the Kona. This is better for somethings the Kona has a few more features. I think both are great cars. Honestly tesla is further behind than most people realized at this point. It could be the result of having a distracted CEO, but as other car manufacturers get serious more are realizing the options that are out there. Oh one thing I didn't like is getting in and just driving. I prefer to have a start and stop button.

[@willie6184]

I was interested because I like physical buttons. After I checked the real cost of this car, I am going with the Tesla. The one shown on this video has added options and costs at least $46,890+Dealer Fee, while the 2024 Long Range AWD Model Y costs $47990. Which one would you pick?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

While I do like that there’s way more Chevy dealers local to me for any warranty work, I would absolutely go Tesla. I think their vehicles are build better and more of a “passion project” rather than a “oh crap we need to make EVs” mind set like a lot of the legacy automakers. I could be off base but just my thoughts.

[@leesylvester8713]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 there’s nothing passionate about any Tesla vehicle, we have three in the family, and they are all plastic, boring, nondescript. And after Elon has decided to jump in bed with Trump, none of us are keeping the Tessa brand.

[@borrowtime8563]

You can get a 35k equinox LT minus 7.5k tax credit = 27.5k. Tesla won't have the 27.5k version of Y, they only care about nerds with money, not the common men.

[@kimballwhite]

Nice car! My cousin bought one of these recently. My only issue with it is how bad the charge curve is.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Yeah, they’re pretty cool! I drove this one a few months ago immediately after driving the Silverado EV. Let me just say this one felt like a much more reasonable vehicle lol. 😂

[@samuelwright163]

I like having instrumentation like most cars, like the bolt . I have ADD and having to use the touch screen too much is risky.

[@markshellard]

Headlights should be on auto all the time.

[@pharm30]

Good review. I hate Elon and looking for alternatives

[@RW-ur7ym]

Why do you hate Elon? You don’t believe in free speech?

[@leesylvester8713]

Exactly

[@황태자-p4c]

I am a subscriber from Korea. I'm running a Bolt EUV now I'm waiting for Equinox EV. Most of the residential environments in Korea are apartments. The most inconvenient thing about running Bolt EUV is that it does not allow neutral parking. Doesn't Equinox EV also support neutral parking? There is a lack of information in Korea because it is before the launch. And I would like to know if the heating wire and back angle of the second row seat can be adjusted.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I really appreciate you choosing to watch my video! I apologize I filmed this a few months ago and I didn’t do a thorough review of this Equinox EV and I probably should have. So I don’t remember if the seats recline or about the neutral parking. Also your country’s version of the car might be different than ours. Thank you again for watching and best of luck!! 🙂

[@edventures9884]

Keep seeing these around town and I’m starting to like them but im kinda set on a modelY for my next car. I currently own a Chevy bolt that I bought new in 2021 and I’ll be on my 3rd battery.. cars currently in the shop and battery is on backorder so no idea when I’ll get the bolt back

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Holy cow, what’s been going on with the batteries? I’m sorry to hear that. I would likely pick a model Y over any other comparable EV just because of Teslas reputation and engineering. I drove and reviewed a bolt last year, it was a really fun little car.

[@coffeycup]

There is a $2500 rebate for going from a Bolt to the Equinox, and the $7500 federal rebate. Brings the base down to $25000!

[@recordingmastering]

3rd battery !?! Wow !

[@ziploc2000]

What the miles/kWh expected?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I think they’re rated 319 miles for the single motor and 285 miles for the dual. And about an 85kWh battery pack. So hopefully 3+ m/kWh but I’d read owner experiences on a forum to know for sure what’s realistic.

[@ziploc2000]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 Not bad. 3.75 m/kwh for single motor, 3.35 for dual motor. We just picked up a '22 Bolt EV. I was looking for a small EV hatchback to cover the bulk of our city driving needs, and this fit the bill. Replacing a 2007 Mazda 3, which was noisy and not very efficient by today's standards, around 23 mpg around town at best. Our Bolt has 13,500 miles on it at a 3.9 kWh average, driving around the Salem & Portland area in Oregon. We're just a bit further south in Eugene so similar is expected, though we're actually getting better efficiency so far, in the 4.2 to 4.5 region. Cold weather might kill that, but we rarely get snow, and when we do it doesn't tend to stick around more than a couple of days a year.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

That’s awesome, I’m glad you’re enjoying your bolt! I’ve driven a few of them and even have a review of one from last year. Super fun car and actually one of the most fun EVs I’ve driven, and I was even able to drive a Model S Plaid 2 years ago. The Bolt is light and entertaining, and the traction off rolling FWD burnouts were really fun lol. 🤪

[@automaton111]

I can only imagine how slow the single motor model is

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

For sure!

[@borrowtime8563]

8 secs 0 to 60 for single motor is very adequate comparing to Honda CRV and Toyota RAV4 (except the Prime). EV has much smoother acceleration and no noise at stops though.

[@jadendavis801]

Shortcut to headlight controls is right below the volume knob.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Thanks for sharing this!! I’ll pay more attention next time, unfortunately I have a few 2025 gas powered Equinox videos to make public in which I probably said the same thing about the headlights.

[@SimonMarshall-u3h]

Herman Extensions

[@WhittierIrma-i5v]

Richmond Plaza

[@scotthucks7966]

this looks like a 2024 and not a 2025

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

It actually might have been. 😬 I filmed this a couple months ago, it was more impromptu because I selfishly wanted to drive one but did not prepare for a full review because most of my regular audience doesn’t seem to care for EV stuff. I should have put in more effort and shown the window sticker because I quite frankly don’t remember. I do have a couple 2025 Equinox GAS videos to make public soon. Those I know are a 2025 because it’s this redesigned body haha. Sorry about any confusion, thanks for watching!

[@braydonbriggs9066]

I absolutely hate it 😂

[@GarfieldGlander-t5h]

Jakob Avenue

[@WilliamLam-r2e]

Lucas Pike

[@FordEnthusiast413]

Anything is better than a Tesla!! LOL 😂 😂😂!! Please test drive a Mach-E. Have you driven the Subaru EV yet?

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

Haha I get it. But I’d also have trouble personally trusting an automaker who in part only quickly pursued making EVs as a reaction to Tesla and potential government regulations coming soon. So although I didn’t think this one was half bad when I filmed this a couple months ago, I still don’t know which product I would personally buy. 🤷‍♂️😅

[@griffd2004]

Good review. IMO, this interior looks horrible. So cluttered, plasticky, cheap-looking and overly-complicated. I'll take a Model Y (or Model 3) over this any day.

[@AutomotiveAnonymous208]

I hear you!! I’m excited to see what the new Model Y has to offer. The 3 is a very tempting car, especially the performance trim level, but just a little bit too small for most peoples needs these days.

[@griffd2004]

@@AutomotiveAnonymous208 I agree. My dad has the new Model 3 LR and loves it. Can’t wait to see the new Model Y.

[@borrowtime8563]

Tesla suspension is horrible, so bumpy, they tuned for speed, not for family leasure drive. My cousin drive a Y, it's also plastic everywhere.

[@griffd2004]

@@borrowtime8563your knowledge is outdated. Try the new model 3 or the Cybertruck. Tesla learned fast and made some of the best suspensions on the market. But I agree the earlier y and 3 were too harsh. Model 3 and Cybertruck are a dream to drive and Model Y will get the same treatment next year.