2027 Chevrolet Equinox LT: Monroe Buyers Guide

What the entry trim already includes

Chevrolet's own summary of the LT is short: the 1.5-liter turbo, heated front seats and steering wheel, the 11.3-inch touchscreen, and available HD Surround Vision. Behind that sit the pieces every 2027 Equinox shares, namely the 11-inch digital driver display, Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 5G connectivity, remote start, and Adaptive Cruise Control. Heated seats and a heated wheel matter more here than they would in Arizona. A frosty 6 a.m. start on a driveway off Main Street is exactly where you'll be glad somebody thought of them. And since the touchscreen is the same size on all three trims, nobody drives off in an LT wishing for a bigger display.

What the LT leaves to the RS and ACTIV

The differences are mostly about looks and terrain, not comfort. The LT rolls on 17-inch wheels, where the RS uses 19-inch wheels as standard and the ACTIV pairs its own 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. The optional Convenience Package III (ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats, and driver memory settings, $1,095) is offered on RS and ACTIV and not on the LT. You also won't find the RS's black exterior trim or the ACTIV's tuned suspension. If none of that would change how you use the vehicle, the $4,900 gap in starting MSRP is money you get to keep. And the LT isn't left out of the 2027 color story, since Autumn Harvest Metallic is offered on LT and ACTIV.

Is front-wheel drive enough around Monroe?

For a lot of Snohomish County drivers it is. Most of the year here is wet rather than icy, and a front-drive Equinox on good tires copes fine with rain, fallen leaves, and the rolling roads between Monroe, Snohomish, and Duvall. All-wheel drive makes sense if you live up a steep gravel drive, head for the passes most winter weekends, or just like the extra grip. The cost is $2,000 and one mpg: EPA rates the LT at 27 combined with front-wheel drive and 26 with all-wheel drive. Either way you get the same engine, the same 8-speed automatic, and the same 1,500-pound towing rating.

What buyers say

Speedway's Google rating of 4.7 stars rests on reviews from buyers who describe an unhurried visit. Georgia T., who shopped for her mother, wrote, "He took the time to answer everything honestly and made us feel comfortable instead of pressured." Bob S., who bought an Equinox and a pickup from the store, said, "all in service and sales are friendly, professional and knowledgeable." Both describe earlier purchases, and both show the kind of visit an LT shopper can expect.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2027 Chevy Equinox LT?

The LT starts at $29,300 MSRP with front-wheel drive. Destination, taxes, title, registration, and options are separate, and all-wheel drive is available for $2,000 more. Current offers are listed on the dealership's new vehicle specials page.

What features come standard on the Equinox LT?

The LT includes the 1.5-liter turbo with an 8-speed automatic, an 11.3-inch touchscreen, an 11-inch digital driver display, Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, remote start, Adaptive Cruise Control, and the Chevy Safety Assist package with automatic emergency braking and lane keeping.

Does the Equinox LT come with all-wheel drive?

Front-wheel drive is the starting setup, and all-wheel drive is an available option. EPA combined ratings are 27 mpg for front-wheel drive and 26 mpg for all-wheel drive.

Is the LT or the RS the better Equinox?

The RS adds black exterior trim, 19-inch wheels, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and eligibility for the Convenience Package III, while the LT keeps the same engine, screen, and safety equipment for less. If style and wheel size matter to you, the RS is worth the step up. If they don't, the LT covers the essentials.

How much can a 2027 Equinox LT tow?

Up to 1,500 pounds, like every other Equinox trim and drivetrain. That suits a small utility trailer or a couple of bikes on a hitch rack, and it isn't meant for a boat or a camper.

The bottom line on the LT

The LT takes the parts of the Equinox that matter most (the engine, the screen, the safety equipment) and leaves out the parts that are mostly style. See one at Speedway Chevrolet at 16957 West Main Street, then walk over to an RS and an ACTIV to decide what the extra money would buy you.

All 2027 Chevrolet Equinox guides

• 2027 Chevrolet Equinox buyers guide
• 2027 Chevrolet Equinox LT
• 2027 Chevrolet Equinox RS
• 2027 Chevrolet Equinox ACTIV
• Chevrolet Equinox service & repair in Monroe
• 2027 Chevrolet Equinox pricing & leasing in Monroe