2027 Chevy Equinox Release Date USA Guide – The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox (gas-powered) is already available at U.S. dealerships, with production having started around early June 2026 and the configurator going live shortly after. The related 2027 Equinox EV follows later, with production targeted for August 10, 2026, and expected arrival in late 2026.
Both versions continue the current generation with targeted updates rather than a full redesign. Here’s what U.S. shoppers need to know about timing, pricing, changes, and availability.
2027 Chevrolet Equinox (Gas) Release Date and Availability
Production of the gas-powered 2027 Equinox was scheduled to begin the week of June 1, 2026, at GM’s San Luis Potosí plant in Mexico. Dealer ordering opened around mid-April 2026, the online configurator went live in early June, and the model is now on sale across the United States.
Vehicles are already appearing in dealer inventory and in transit. Availability varies by region and trim, but most U.S. buyers can order or find one at local Chevrolet dealerships now. Production is expected to shift later toward the Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas as part of broader manufacturing changes.
Key Updates for the 2027 Gas Equinox
The 2027 model carries over the fourth-generation design introduced for 2025, with these notable changes:
- Front-wheel-drive models drop the continuously variable transmission (CVT) in favor of the same eight-speed automatic previously limited to AWD versions. This unifies the powertrain and raises FWD towing capacity to 1,500 pounds (matching AWD).
- New exterior color: Autumn Harvest Metallic replaces the discontinued Cacti Green.
- Minor interior and package adjustments (including the loss of the factory Trailering Package on some order guides and expanded camera/surveillance features in certain packages).
- Slight fuel-economy shift on FWD models (EPA estimates around 25 city / 29 highway / 26–27 combined, depending on exact configuration).
Powertrain remains the turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (175 hp) with standard FWD and available AWD.
2027 Chevrolet Equinox Pricing (Gas Models)
Starting MSRPs (including destination) for the 2027 Equinox are:
- LT FWD: $30,995
- LT AWD: $32,995
- RS / Activ FWD: $35,895
- RS / Activ AWD: $37,895
Prices rose modestly versus 2026. AWD adds $2,000 across trims.
2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV Release Date
The electric Equinox EV is on a slightly later schedule. GM targeted start of regular production for August 10, 2026. Dealer preliminary ordering was set for mid-June 2026, with full order submission opening in early July. Expected U.S. dealership arrivals are late 2026.
Edmunds and other sources list a late-2026 release window, with estimated starting prices in the mid-$30,000s to around $37,000 range (exact 2027 figures not fully finalized in all reports at the time of writing).
What’s New on the 2027 Equinox EV?
Updates focus on addressing common owner feedback while keeping the existing BEV3 platform:
- Native NACS (North American Charging Standard) charge port for direct access to Tesla Superchargers and broader network compatibility (adapters available for remaining CCS stations).
- Available upgraded Bose premium audio system, revised ambient lighting, and refreshed interior trim.
- Continuity of strong range (previously up to ~319 miles EPA on FWD models) and competitive pricing positioning.
A next-generation Equinox EV on GM’s upcoming BEV-N platform is not expected until late 2028 or early 2029.
What U.S. Buyers Should Do Next?
- Gas Equinox — Visit your local Chevrolet dealer or the official configurator now. Inventory is building and ordering is open.
- Equinox EV — Contact dealers for allocation timing; production ramps in summer 2026, with deliveries expected later in the year.
- Compare current incentives, destination charges, and regional availability, as these can change.
- Consider test-driving both the gas and EV versions, as they share the Equinox name but differ significantly in powertrain, range, and ownership costs.
The 2027 Equinox lineup prioritizes refinement over radical change. The gas model is already here with a more conventional automatic transmission, while the EV gains better charging access later in 2026—both strong options in the competitive U.S. compact-SUV segment.
Sources include GM Authority reporting on production schedules, Cars.com pricing data, Electrek coverage of EV updates, and Edmunds model-year overviews (information current as of mid-to-late 2026). Always verify the latest details with Chevrolet or a local dealer, as schedules and specifications can shift.