How Much Can a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox Tow?

If you’re searching for a new Chevy vehicle, you likely have a few features you need and a few that you’d like, if possible. Knowing what you want before stepping onto the dealership floor will help narrow your options, providing you with a more streamlined car-buying experience. An essential feature you may have on your need list is towing capacity. Whether you need to haul a trailer to work or tow recreational vehicles to the cabin for your weekend adventures, you’ll want to know that the vehicle you choose can handle the job.

One vehicle you might be considering is the Chevy Equinox. If that’s the case, you may wonder, “How much can a Chevrolet Equinox tow?” Read on to learn the answer and find out more about this compact SUV.

2022 Chevrolet Equinox Towing Capacity

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The new Chevrolet Equinox features a standard turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine on each of the four trims. This engine is matched to a six-speed automatic transmission to deliver 170 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard, with an available all-wheel drive to provide better performance when towing with your Equinox. Thanks to this turbocharged engine, you can haul up to 1,500 pounds with your 2022 Chevy Equinox. This towing capacity allows you to bring a canoe, Jet Ski, ATV, or teardrop camper with you on your adventures.

Chevrolet Equinox Towing and Trailering Accessories

Maximize your towing capabilities with various available towing and trailering accessories for the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. Accessories include:

• 7,500-pound capacity hitch trailering package by CURT Group.
• Seven-way trailer wiring electrical adapter by CURT Group.
• Trailer hitch coupler lock by CURT Group.
• Trailer hitch ball by CURT Group.
• Trailer wiring harness adapters.
• Trailer hitch trim bezel.

If you’re interested in these or other accessories for your 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, contact our service team at Jack Burford Chevrolet. They can discuss your needs and recommend high-quality OEM parts and accessories to fill those needs.

2022 Chevrolet Equinox Specs

You can purchase the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox in four trims: LS, LT, RS, and Premier. The LS features 17-inch alloy wheels and LED headlights on the exterior. You also get keyless entry with push-button ignition, a six-speaker sound system, a Wi-Fi hot spot, and a 7-inch touch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You can also add the LS Convenience Package for a power-adjustable driver’s seat, enhanced multicolor driver information display, and rear privacy glass.

Moving up to the LT, you get all the features included in the LS Convenience Package, along with added chrome and body-colored exterior trim, satellite radio, remote rear-seat folding levers, and illuminated sun visors. The LT offers the Confidence & Convenience Package that adds remote engine start, dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and heated front seats. You’ll also enjoy the power liftgate that makes loading and unloading cargo easier for everyone. Additionally, the LT has an Infotainment Package for an 8-inch touch screen, HD backup camera, heated steering wheel, 120-volt household-style outlet, and navigation system.

On the RS trim, you get the features of the LT Confidence & Convenience Package as standard components. It also comes with black-painted 19-inch wheels, a black interior with red stitching accents, a unique shift knob, and roof rails. The RS Leather Package adds leather upholstery and a Bose sound system. The top-of-the-line Premier has 18-inch wheels and a hands-free power liftgate for your convenience. You also get ambient cabin lighting, a wireless charging pad, a 120-volt power outlet, leather upholstery, an upgraded backup camera, and an 8-inch touch screen as standard features.

Packages on the Premier include the Confidence & Convenience II with a heated steering wheel, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, and a power-adjustable passenger seat. You can add a seven-speaker Bose premium sound system and navigation with the Infotainment II Package.

2022 Chevrolet Equinox Safety Features

Chevrolet understands how important it is to arrive safely at your destination, so the 2022 Equinox is packed with standard and available safety and driver-assistance features to make that happen. Standard features include:

• Forward collision mitigation: This system warns you of a possible collision and even applies the brakes in certain situations.
• Lane-keeping system: If you drift out of your lane, this system will steer the Equinox back to its lane.
• Rear-seat reminder: This alert reminds you to check your back seat before exiting the Equinox.

On the LT and above, there are additional available features for safety and driver assistance, including:

• Parking sensors: These sensors alert you to unseen obstacles while parking your Equinox.
• Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert: This system warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot while reversing and during a lane change to avoid a collision.
• Adaptive cruise control: Your Equinox will adjust the speed to maintain a constant distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
• Surround-view camera system: This system provides a top-down view of your Equinox to help you park in tight situations.

2022 Chevrolet Equinox Ratings

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox a 5-star rating based on side crash and frontal crash tests. It received a 4-star rating in the rollover test. U.S. News & World Report places the 2022 Equinox in the top 10 compact SUVs. The Equinox is touted as one of the roomiest compact SUVs on the market by Consumer Reports. Additionally, J.D. Power rated the Equinox in the top five for compact SUVs with an overall rating of 81 out of 100. The 2022 Equinox ranked highest in quality, reliability, and dealership experience.

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox front-wheel drive models receive an EPA-estimated rating of 26 mpg on city streets and 31 mpg on the highway. The all-wheel drive is slightly lower at 25 mpg for city driving and 30 mpg for highways. Drivers enjoy the ability to stay on the road and away from the pumps longer, saving time and money.

When you’re ready to purchase a new Chevy Equinox to tow your toys to the cabin for a getaway, visit the team at Jack Burford Chevrolet. A sales team member will be happy to answer any questions, tour our showroom, or set you up to test drive the Equinox or any of our other Chevrolet models. We’re open 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, closing at 6 p.m. on Friday and 5 p.m. on Saturday. You can find us at 819 Eastern Bypass in Richmond, Kentucky.