2027 Chevrolet Equinox: real cost in California
See the Equinox on Chevrolet's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, LT · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$29,300the advertised price
Drive away$34,201with fees and tax
Loan payment$498/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,120/moeverything, after resale
$34,201 to drive away + $58,747 to run it for 6 years − $12,299 back at resale = $80,648, or $1,120 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$34,201
Running it, 6 yrs+$58,747
Back at resale−$12,299
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$29,300Feesfreight $1,995 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$2,080Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,821Fuel13,500 mi a year at 27 MPG
+$17,235Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,126Maintenanceestimate
+$7,594Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,414Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$6,644Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,733Resale after 6 years42% of MSRP, you get this back
−$12,299True cost $80,648 ÷ 72 months$1,120 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV183.2 in long
Seats5
Cargo29.8 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance8.0 inhigh; good for snow and trails
Engine and fuel
Engine175 hp gas, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph8.2–8.9 sour estimate from power and weight
Fuel economy27 MPGEPA combined
TowingUp to 1,500 lb
Tires17"225/60R17
Safety and cover
Crash test✓ 5 of 5 starsNHTSA · see the test ↗
Resale at 6 years42% of MSRPthis model's own record
Every trim
All trims: 175 hp, 27 MPG, 5 seats.| LT FWD | $29,300 | $34,201 | $80,648 | ✓ $1,120/mo | 800 | ✓ Yes | — No |
| LT AWD | $31,300 | $36,381 | $82,965 | $1,152/mo | 1,500 | — No | ✓ Yes |
| ACTIV FWD | $34,200 | $39,542 | $86,672 | $1,204/mo | 800 | — No | — No |
| RS FWD | $34,200 | $39,542 | $86,672 | $1,204/mo | 800 | — No | — No |
| ACTIV AWD | $36,200 | $41,721 | $88,988 | $1,236/mo | 1,500 | — No | ✓ Yes |
| RS AWD | $36,200 | $41,721 | $88,988 | $1,236/mo | 1,500 | — No | ✓ Yes |
LTFWD
✓ $1,120/mo
True cost
LTAWD
$1,152/mo
True cost
ACTIVFWD
$1,204/mo
True cost
RSFWD
$1,204/mo
True cost
ACTIVAWD
$1,236/mo
True cost
RSAWD
$1,236/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
LT FWD$29,300
LT AWD$31,300
ACTIV FWD$34,200
RS FWD$34,200
ACTIV AWD$36,200
RS AWD$36,200
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
360° camera
+ $1,140 on every trim
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Cooled seats
+ $1,095
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Heated rear seats
+ $1,095
Dual-zone climate
+ $2,050
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
+ $2,050
✓ RS FWD to ACTIV AWD
Wireless phone charging
+ $2,050
Power driver's seat
+ $2,050
+ $1,095
Memory seat
+ $1,095
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓
✓ from ACTIV AWD
Sunroof
+ $1,645
Panoramic roof
+ $1,645
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimLane centeringHands-free drivingMassaging seatsPremium sound systemHead-up displayLarge touchscreen (12 in+)Tow hitch included
Full standard equipment on the LT LT FWD (101 items)
- HD Rear Vision Camera
- 11.3" diagonal advanced color LCD display with Google built-In
- Heated driver and front passenger seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Heated power outside mirrors
- 1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder engine
- Convenience Package I
- Chevy Safety Assist
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Axle, 3.47 final drive ratio
- E15 fuel capable
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Drive Mode Selector
- Front-wheel drive
- MacPherson front suspension
- 4-link rear suspension
- Battery, 70AH, 12V, 760 cold-cranking amps
- Alternator, 130 amps
- 4,850 lbs. GVWR
- Automatic Vehicle Hold
- 4-wheel antilock disc brakes
- Brake lining wear indicator
- Brake rotor, FNC
- Exhaust, turned down, hidden
- Mechanical jack with tools
- 17" Grazen metallic machined-face aluminum wheels
- 17" all-season blackwall tires (FWD models)
- 17" compact spare wheel
- 17" compact spare tire
- Shutters, front upper and lower grille, active
- LED headlamps
- IntelliBeam
- LED tail lamps
- Deep-tinted rear glass
- Solar-absorbing windows, rear side
- Body-color mirror caps
- Manual liftgate
- Body-color door handles
- 6-speaker audio system
- Infotainment, High
- SiriusXM with 360L Trial Subscription
- 5G vehicle connectivity
- Wi-Fi Hotspot capable
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto capability for compatible phones
- Google Automotive Services capable
- Active Noise Cancellation
- Rear USB ports
- Front USB ports
- Front bucket seats
- Seat trim, Cloth
- 6-way manual driver seat
- 4-way manual front passenger seat
- Headrest, rear center
- Rear center armrest
- Front carpeted floor mats
- Rear carpeted floor mats
- Wrapped steering wheel
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Speedometer, miles/kilometers
- 11" diagonal Driver Information Center
- Vehicle health management
- Power windows with driver express-up/down and front passenger express-down
- Keyless Open and Start
- Remote Start
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Remote panic alarm
- Single-zone manual climate control
- Rear window defogger
- Cabin air filter
- Inside rearview manual day/night mirror
- Driver and front passenger visors with illuminated mirrors
- Driver seatback map pocket
- Front passenger seatback map pocket
- Carpeted load floor
- Power outlets
- 1 Scheduled Maintenance Visit 1
- Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty 1
- Corrosion Limited Warranty 1
- Powertrain/Drivetrain Limited Warranty 1
- Roadside Assistance Program and Available Courtesy Transportation 1
- Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
- Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking
- Airbag system
- Passenger Sensing System
- OnStar services capable
- OnStar Basics
- Rear Park Assist
- Forward Collision Alert
- Following Distance Indicator
- Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- Blind Zone Steering Assist
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Side Bicyclist Alert
- Occupant Presence Detection, front and rear
- Buckle to Drive
- Safety Alert Seat
- Seat belt adjustable guide loops
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Teen Driver
Recalls
1 NHTSA recall for 2025 to 2027 Equinox models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 Equinox in California?
- $34,201 to drive away for the LT, from a $29,300 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $498 loan payment, about $1,119 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,120 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- From 800 lb to 1,500 lb, depending on the trim.
Colors
Summit WhiteAutumn Harvest MetallicSterling Gray MetallicMosaic Black MetallicLakeshore Blue MetallicRadiant Red Tintcoat+$495Reef Blue MetallicPolar White Tricoat+$995
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US prices in US dollars from Chevrolet's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.