Chevy Blazer EV vs Equinox EV In-Depth Build Quality Analysis - Not What I Expected!

[@havnfunb4]

Wife has a 24 Equinox Ev 2LT AWD and I love that vehicle. I think it looks great and is comfortable and I love driving it. The sunroof is an option but wasn’t available initially with the early models. Volume controls on the back of the steering wheel also. Interior looks great lit up at night

[@Nebula1701]

Those blue latches on the rear seats are two lock points so you can have the seat more upright or reclined while still being secure.

[@Nebula1701]

The larger wheelbase in the Blazer allows for larger Motors for AWD and the SS Trim, also allows for the larger 12 Module battery while the Equinox only has enough for the 10 module.

[@karensandberg6226]

I bought the Blazer EV RS RWD with the 102 kWh battery for the extra range. It’s is such a nice ride. Previously I owned a 2023 Bolt.

[@Andre-cj3ec]

One of the few reasons to pick the Blazer over the Equinox is access to the bigger battery if you really need the extra range

[@vvarLEADER]

equinox has more range though.....319 miles

[@karensandberg6226]

@@vvarLEADER my Blazer with the 102 kWh battery get on paper 324 miles of range. I haven’t done any range test myself.

[@dane9193]

I did the same. Traded a 22 Bolt EUV that was the best car I ever owned and I loved! Thought for sure the Blazer would further improve upon what I loved about the EUV. I picked up my 2024 Blazer EV RS RWD Wednesday and it had a critical high voltage battery fault on the drive home and bricked. I've driven my brand new car less than 20 miles. It's been at the dealership ever since.

[@richardspitz3192]

Thank you for your videos. They’re super informative. Can you tell me what brand of lights do you have in your garage? I’m looking at redoing my garage and your lights have great illumination.

[@commonpatriot7595]

I have a 2024 Nox 2RS. Didn’t come with wireless phone charge, folding side mirrors, rain sensing wipers, dual climate control, no air flow seats, heated seats only up front, driver seat only powered, turn signal lights on side mirrors. I did a 2 year lease and don’t plan to keep it. But may purchase a newer one after lease is up.

[@jeffs6090]

I would definitely choose the Equinox over the Blazer. Though, I'm waiting for the Optiq! When that comes out, I would love to see you do another direct comparison like this with Optiq and Lyriq. Also, in some respects, I feel you should do a short drive test. Build quality, which is what you're doing here, is really felt while driving. Sqeaks, rattles, and stiffness all speak directly to build quality.

[@Andre-cj3ec]

I own the Equinox. Had considered the Optiq. If the Optiq interior is comparable to the current ICE Cadillac SUV, it's reasonable to expect that the interior and sound system of the Cadillac will be superior

[@Andre-cj3ec]

Squeaks, rattle & stiffness. I had a loaner ICE 2023 Blazer while servicing my Equinox EV. IMO, the Equinox is superior. Also, handling of the AWD Equinox EV was more enjoyable than handling of the ICE Blazer and, obviously, the EV was much quieter

[@sjkrla]

Thanks a lot for the video. I was looking for this. I was thinking that the Blazer is a bigger vehicle overall from a safety point of view, but I am nof sure if the difference is big. Btw, did you get a chance to test the base stereo system in both these vehicles? Are they any different?

[@Abevlife]

Colton, these legacy manufacturers discount their cars a lot more than Tesla. So as perMSRP, it looks expensive but in real world it's lot more cheaper than Tesals

[@XX-166]

AND BUILT BETTER

[@pmomalley]

I bought my 2024 equinox LT with super cruise for about 35k. Went. From a model y. Much better ride and driving experience. Only thing I miss in the Tesla was speed. But really like my equinox. Would not go back to Tesla.

[@r5LgxTbQ]

blue blazer / red equinox is tripping me up, opposite of all the press photos

[@alanbuck9237]

I think the equinox is really nice, but I’m not a fan of the powered door handles. I have a Hyundai with them. For one thing it screams to the world that the car is unlocked. And the other thing is, it’s just something else to break. Just give me the doorhandles like on the blazer, please.

[@rondpark]

Great reviews! Would like to see a 2025 Equinox EV LT (+ Convenience Package) vs 2024 ID.4 Pro/Pro S comparison, at similar price points. Also, with VWs "stop sale" as of November, I think VW will have some nice discounts when the ID.4 emerges, making pricing even more competitive with '25 Equinox EV.

[@Andre-cj3ec]

I own an Equinox 3LT. The interior is OK, but I often get the feeling that Chevrolet interiors materials are a bit cheap. My assumption is that this is for diffentiation with Cadillac. Kia/Hyundai are not as nice as Genesis, but they provide better value interiors for their price. It feels like Chevrolet deliberately cheapens their materials to justify the extra expense of the Cadillac. I'm happy with my Chevy, but agree GM should invest a bit more on interior materials

[@Wittstock99]

I traded my MYP for a Blazer RS and love it - some much nicer than the Tesla! The Blazer looks better, has more room and is overall better than the EQ - Who cares about the material - you don't touch that stuff at all.

[@backdoormanintheend]

Thanks.

[@Dwilsonmusic145]

Why build two cars so similar. GM needs to make up their mind and be much more intentional with their car releases. Just like the bolt and bolt EUV there is no reason to have all this choice. Find the slice of the market you want and go after it!!!! There is a reason why the Model Y is the best selling car worldwide.

[@diydrivenGA]

Exactly 💯

[@godofdun]

I did think the backseat of the Blazer was much larger when we tried it, but yeah outside of that very little difference. I feel like it would make more sense if more of the Blazer trims got the bigger battery. As it is the only one that does is the RS RWD.

[@dennisknehans3206]

Love the Equinox EV. Perfect for me❤

[@iangardner2311]

More build quality reviews please.

[@Ficon]

People think the hard part of building cars is 1000 hp. The hard part is actually making the doors fit correctly.

[@JonathanCholette]

Would you take an Equinox EV or an ID4?

[@KyleBrightman]

46:15 First row is economy and Second row is the jump seat by the toilet that the flight attendants use.

[@OutofSpecDetailing]

I gotta use this 😂

[@KyleBrightman]

@ Also, the adage you use later should be “few and far between” (meaning that the thing being discussed is both rare and separated by large distances). Saying far and few between doesn’t make sense. Sorry, just a pet peeve of mine. Your content is always great and valuable.

[@musicpassion8548]

THANK YOU!!! For mentioning the terrible front seats of blazer and the most important the terrible materials on the back doors!!! I watched 1000 reviews of these piece of crap cars and no one mentioned this. Honestly, I walked away immediately after seeing all this "beautiful" parts... This sound like a robbery for me. You did one of the best reviews, thanks!

[@dennisknehans3206]

There building to a price point. The equinox is awesome for me If you need something more premium. Buy the Cadillac Lyric.

[@dennisknehans3206]

Opinions are like ass holes. Everyone has one.

[@musicpassion8548]

@@dennisknehans3206 They aren't cheap at all, if you're getting some options and not just metal-plastic box on the wheels. Equinox has pretty nice exterior (blazer is already looking old) but so cheep inside. Lyriq has a bit better quality but: has no frunk, super buggy charging port door, again, uncomfortable front seats and pretty small trunk. And yes, it's more expensive. All these points doesn't make lyriq a really premium car.

[@musicpassion8548]

@@dennisknehans3206 Oh yeah, you definitely have one bro! :)

[@kens97sto171]

The trims are not that complicated.. .LT.. 2LT , 3LT. RS.. etc. The map pockets.. well.. from the driver seat you cant reach behind to your own seat and get anything out.. the passenger side is usually where the pocket is better placed.. or have both. It was strange the Equinox had both and Blazer did not. But could be LT vs 2LT trim. I agree.. why do they have both of these when they are so similar. They did the same with the Bolt EV and EUV. 6 inches longer car... with only 3 inches more interior. WHY.. just make the EUV.. and not have two cars. Don't care about cheap felling plastics.. I will never touch.. like the top dash cover... BTW the thing you mentioned about heads up display.. but not That is the emergency brake warning.. they work VERY well.. It reflects onto the window and beeps... and will stop the car.. have it on my Bolt.. works great. Was impressed by the exterior build.. Looks nice. But I would get a Model Y for that money... but GM often has big discounts.

[@Mad4saxBrewery]

Are the air vents from a 1965 chevy? I think I have seen them many years ago on a Chevy.

[@Bfranklyn731]

Camaro . It's ok

[@Mad4saxBrewery]

That must be where I saw them. My older brother drove a used Camaro in the 70's. He traded it in on a new Chevette during the gas shortages of the late 70's. Talk about one of the worst decisions anyone could ever make. LOL I would love to have that Camaro now!

[@BensEcoAdvntr]

I’ve owned cars from Japanese and German companies. My ‘23 Bolt EUV has the best exterior fit and finish or any car I’ve had

[@sparklander]

So is the interior quality lower than your Kia EV6 or about the same?

[@OutofSpecDetailing]

I would say lower.

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Nice stuff

[@Nebula1701]

2024 they had 5 Trims, for 2025 they dropped all trims but 2 for Equinox, 3 for Blazer.

[@c79101]

Wow, thanks for the video. I had no idea these cars were so cheaply made.

[@EVAddicted]

Same nonsense GM logic that was in Bolt. I had 2020 Bolt LT and 2022 Bolt EUV premier. EUV was offering about 1-2 inches more space including the cargo. Ironically the bigger EUV has less rear seats headroom than the smaller BOLT EV

[@Abevlife]

I have blazer EV and equinox EV both in LT trims. And the Equinox is better looking. Blazzer in better form ride....

[@remyd8767]

somehow Honda made the interior even better lol.

[@sparklander]

Time will tell whether these Chevrolet products are built to last.

[@Nebula1701]

They aren't premium vehicles. Prices are far higher today than in the past so average cars are now more expensive.

[@ivanguerini995]

They are premium ..

[@Nebula1701]

All their door cards will have that plastic under the arm rest for durability. No one sees it while sitting and its there for all the scuffs from your shoes.

[@rkgsd]

In summary, Chevys have more precise panel alignment than Teslas!, but the interior resorts to 1980's GM slop. Hyundai interiors blow the doors off GM (and Tesla).

[@Longsnowsm]

With GM the devil is in the trim level details. At the LT trim level they are not considered premium, but sadly even if you step up into the nicer trims it still feels utilitarian or to use your term rental car. If they get the prices down they will be fine regular vehicles for normal consumers. But not at those retail prices. Lots of hard plastics, piano black, seats are not great. Would be fine if you were talking about a 20-30k car, not a 50k+ car. Have to remember apples to apples comparisons. I am a little confused on the sizing of the Equinox vs Blazer. One would assume the Blazer is a mid size larger vehicle, but I have seen others compare them and say they are basically the same size. Very odd. The bad part is when you combine charging speeds and the GM charging dip issues. It isn't a great charging vehicle. In EV's that really becomes the bottom line , how good is the charging speed and software integration.

[@dusty-vo8gh]

Are these press cars? You should always either analyze press cars or customer cars.

[@OutofSpecDetailing]

Literally said this in the video…

[@BradfordSparks]

GM is dropping the Ultium name and associated platform on the EV’s because they know they are inferior.

[@stevenangelo737]

Dude all vehicles today have cheap plastics on the lower part of the doors!

[@OutofSpecDetailing]

A base Model 3 doesn’t 😎

[@cangle37]

I wanted to love the equinox. Beautiful front end, but that interior is hideous. Coupled with all the problems GM has had with EVs, I will stay away.

[@Ficon]

Why is anyone buying these instead of Ioniq 5/EV6?

[@dwilkey23]

Too similar... especially in size. They should have done an Equinox and a 3 row Traverse

[@TimLitwiller]

LT is Low Trim even with 2 or 3 levels of LT

[@Andre-cj3ec]

I have the 3LT Equinox. Same features as 3RS. Differences? No black trim & wheels & different interior colors. On the 2024 Equinox, RS is essential a styling package. Blazer EV LT/RS are more differentiated I believe. On 2025 Equinox LT now is a base model, while LT with convenience pack 1 is close to base RS

[@Bfranklyn731]

The blazer is much roomier in my opinion

[@Andre-cj3ec]

It's probably feels roomier especially for the width of the rear seat. I'm past my car seat days (until grandchildren arrive in many years), but I suspect 2 car seats + a passenger fit much better in the Blazer than the Equinox

[@Bfranklyn731]

@Andre-cj3ec I agree

[@scottz45]

why anyone would buy a GM EV is beyond me. Unless either of these cars was 30k I would not consider it

[@Andre-cj3ec]

Not sure about US pricing, but if you want a reasonably equipped roomy AWD EV in Canada, the Equinox is the best value around. Here, the Model Y, which is a great car, will cost much more. The Equinox is closer in price to the Kona, which is considerably smaller and does not offer AWD