The key symbol in the cupholder is for if the battery dies in the keyfob. You put the keyfob there and you can start the car even if the battery is dead.
The little key cut out in the bottom of the cup holder is for if your battery goes dead in your key fob you lay your key fob on that little diagram and the vehicle will start. My Chevy volt has that.
Subscribed. Thanks a lot for this review. I thought I was settled on getting an Ioniq 5, but the various reliability problems they are having, and the complaints about lousy service at Hyundai dealerships is making me think twice. Wasn’t really aware of this alternative but now I will check it out.
My wife bought the 2LT and we love it. I wanted the smaller wheels for efficiency plus cheaper when getting replacement or winter tires. The wireless charger and sunroof weren’t available for the 2024’s. They will be available on the 2025’S which are now available to now order
Nice! Congrats on getting one, I hope you're still as happy with it as I am with ours. Nice to know that Chevy is rolling out the features customers are asking for in the upcoming model year too.
Congrats, I went from a bolt EUV to a Tesla Model Y. Bolt EUV was great for me but it charge slow and sometimes the miles driven is inaccurate. Great car non the less. The Model Y takes away all of that. Great car as well. Pretty sure Equinox is the better Bolt, but I ended up getting the Y because of the 1.99 apr.. not gonna lie both Great cars!
Yeah, it seems a little bit flaky but I think we have the hang of it now after a few days using it. It's a nice feature though we might need to turn it off because it periodically wants to open in the garage
Congratulations! Excited to receive my 3RS eAWD, but it’s stuck in Chicago due to the rail strike, hope I see it soon. Radiant Red with red interior and moonroof with a shade.Thanks for the review! Great lines, great job Mexico 🇲🇽❤️🇨🇦
Isn't it Super Cruise on Chevy? Blue Cruise is Ford for sure. I have Blue Cruise on my Mustang Mach-E. The new car looks awesome! Can't wait to see how you like in the months ahead, especially coming from Tesla and comparing some of the features and whatnot to the Rivian. You also need to do a video on why you choose not to get another Tesla... I think a lot of us are wondering why. This car is going to be great for your channel, just like the Rivian has been good for the channel, I've been following since you were around 300 subs and boy did it take off once you got the Rivian!
Yes! I keep saying BlueCruise accidentally on this, I’m having a hard time reconfiguring my brain! Love it so far, but I’ve still only driven a few miles.
For sure, I already have one I’m working on comparing the different UI options - CarPlay vs the built in options in Chevy and Rivian. I’m afraid to post one on why I’m done with Tesla 😀. It might get a ton of views, but I don’t want to see the comments.
@@Eventurefamily You sort of did such a video after Tesla fired the Charging Staff. By the by, Rebecca Tinucci got hired by Uber to head up their EV transition.
I'm not anti-Tesla but I bought an Ioniq6 because at the time of my purchase the Tesla Service station was 2 hours away and even if I never had an issue, I did not like that.
My 3lt awd with sunroof arrived today and 3lt do have 21" tires which I hate, in quebec we have winter tire laws so getting 21" tires were twice the price of 18" so i got 18" rims for winter but wheel outer diameter is same which actually is better for traction and lower risk of wheel damage from potholes.
Congratulations! That’s the perfect trim level. I have always gone for the smallest wheels on a vehicle before to for both reasons. We don’t usually get snow tires here, but having smaller tires is definitely better on our terrible roads here in NJ. I’m curious to see if we regret going for the 21’ wheels on the Equinox
Oh, I actually like both! I'm interested, why would you prefer it had an on/off button since it seems to work great with the auto on/off? Do you end up using the off button on the screen at all?
@@Eventurefamily The same start/stop button that was in my Chevy Bolt because sometimes when i get out of the Equinox the vehicle remains on . When exiting the vehicle when my foot comes off the brake and if it touches the brake again it activates the start mode.
@@mray633on the left edge of your large center screen is a touchscreen button for turning off the vehicle manually. You can also just put it in drive and then back into park. It only stays on if you close the door but then don’t go into gear.
unfortunately a lot of cars ev or otherwise dont come with spares anymore. I checked out the equinox recently and was fairly impressed I decided to not go with it ultimately and instead of opted for a Kona. However, it is a really nice vehicle. Congratulations on your purchase. Ultimately, I went with the Kona because some of the safety features are a little bit more advanced, like the Blindspot indicator that pops up in front of the dashboard behind the steering wheel. And I saw a number of videos that the tailgate opens on its own in a sensitive way so that turned me off other than that the drive itself and the way that the car operates is impressive. The amount of legroom and space that you have beats out every other in the class and it is priced competitively for now. I did find the back is a little bit dark in terms of the lighting, however perhaps in future models, they will have an added sunroof. The fact that has an all wheel drive variant is also impressive and second of all the EV that I've driven and checked out thus far.
That’s a great comparison and I agree with all the pros and cons you mentioned. I do wish there was a brighter interior option or that I had been able to find one with the sunroof but it wasn’t a deal breaker for me. I’ve gotten more used to the tailgate now and am down to like one accidental opening a week now. The Kona is a great vehicle as well and doesn’t get enough attention. Thanks for watching!
Can confirm it is very dark. Took apart the dome light and it's single LEDs on a pcb, so you can't even upgrade a bulb to output more light. I feel that it has more legroom than the Kona
@@Bremend For sure it definitely does have far more legroom and a bit more trunk space too. I am happy with my choice but there are times I do think about the equinox.
There is no inflation kit in the RS. It’s self sealing tires . I bought the exact same color RS AWD 2 weeks ago and I got a flat tire one week after delivery .
@@highrisklowreward4861 I am not sure where I got a puncture because the tire was completely flat the next morning in my driveway . Could not inflate or tow since I had to leave asap . I called a tire repair mobile unit to come and fix.
My rivian required a software update before using Tesla, btw most Rivian oeners are still waiting for the adapter. I got a A2z adapter in the meantime. Nice vehicle! Congratulations⚡
So size-wise the loaded Equinox will be competing with the base R2. From your Rivian experience do you think it holds up? Styling wise I sort of hope there will be a GMC Terrain AT4 version.
It’s very hard to say until the R2 actually comes out and we see final details, but I think it might be close. I expect the Rivian to charge better, have really excellent software, and probably very good ride and motor tuning over the Chevy, but it’s hard to say what they’ll be able to do to keep it at that price point while still being profitable. Chevy is also changing a few things for the 2025 model year, so with another year still on top of that, there’s a chance Chevy would come out on top. Right now I’m betting on the R2 with my reservation and the 2 year lease on the Equinox but who knows?
That's a big reason I went for the RS trim, I think it looks great. I prefer the leatherette materials for ease of cleaning with the kids, but the cloth feels nicer too, especially when it's hot.
Question. I just purchased the same trim level. Have you noticed the infotainment screen gets really hot? The back seems to be just fine, just the screen itself is hot.
Congratulations! I don’t care for this black color on the RS. I think the blue and reds look nicer with the RS. I’ll probably get the 2025 or 25 Boltium EV next or maybe a smaller Tesla if they make it!
I have Android Auto but it's wired (&Apple Carplay but I'm an Android gal). I bought the lowest trim Ioniq6 which had wired Android Auto (38k in Winston-Salem, North Carolina). The high trim has wireless Android Auto.
Congratulations On Your New Vehicle . I Bought The Equinox EV LT MODEL. ALSO IS SAME AS YOURS. SO FAR IM VERY HAPPY. JUST GOT RID OF MY 2024 HONDA ACCORD SPORT HYBRID. I WAS TIRED OF THE CAR. I NEEDED AN EV SUV. ANYWAY I SWITCH CARS LIKE UNDERWEAR. GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR GM PRODUCT. LOOKS LIKE GM IS THE MANUFACTURER FOR HONDA /ACURA EV'S. CHECK WHERE HONDA PROLOGUE EV. AND ACURA ZDX ARE BUILT..
Congratulations, that’s awesome! Yes, I’ve checked out both the Honda and the Acura which are built by GM on this same platform (though both offer CarPlay). I’m hoping to check out the Acura in depth for an upcoming video soon too.
I don't like sun roofs/moon roofs. Too hot here in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. No thanks on the radiant heat. We bought a cover for our R1T sunroof/moon roof and my Ioniq6 is the low trim (SE) so no sun roof/moon roof.
Yeah, we had the Tesla roof covered most of the time for the same reasons. We'd do it for the Rivian too but haven't found a good shade yet. I like having a roof that opens for ventilation and to have a partial convertible feel, but I didn't think it was necessarily worth the price here.
I replaced my Tesla Model Y with an Equinox EV last week. I love the Equinox. Much better ride, an actual dashboard, well placed actual buttons, high quality. The Super Cruise rocks. Would not go back to Tesla... I thought I would be bummed it didn't have Car Play but the Google Maps is excellent.. .Much better than Tesla, and the Google assisant work exceptionally well. What do I miss with the Tesla... it's faster but really don't miss that much. The EQX is snappy. And the Tesla had a frunk, no frunk here but really didn't use it much over the last 18 months, so probably won't miss that much. Honestly, it's a great vehicle. I was surprised how much better I like it.
Very much the same here. I feel pretty much exactly the same in comparing it to our Model Y. It's not as sporty with the acceleration, but it's not bad and the ride quality makes up for it. The software is very solid and I'm really enjoying driving it around every day. I am very impressed by what Chevy put together. I'm glad you're loving yours too!
@@marvingeorge157you’re right! Sorry for getting it wrong, I don’t recall where I had read that it didn’t before. I did just check and you’re right that it’s in all Ultium vehicles
If I am buying a new car the salesman can find me the right colour and model. I can clearly tell he went out of his way to text you for the sale of a car, he probably did the same thing to find this one for you.
I've had a tesla now for going on five years and I have elon distress. I can't stand the sob anymore so i may want to get rid of this car. I'd love to know how the chevy equinox compares.
So far it compares quite well. There are some software things Tesla does better and charging is meaningfully better on Tesla vehicles, but for my use cases, I am actually preferring the Equinox EV.
I love EVs and I'm seeing more of them on the road than ever. I want the equinox activ plus but too bad it's in China. If it gets 80 miles per charge that's phenomenal! I'd love to get an EV but solid state battery technology is coming within the next 5 years and that's really going to push gas cars to extinction. The battery is safer, 30 percent more miles, can take the cold better, charges within 15 minutes(need 500kw station)😅. It's worth the wait.
So it's another (non Tesla) EV that's great if you commute a few miles and take occasional road trip. If you need to drive 50-100 miles per day, you can only consider one EV brand...for now
if you are upgrading from a 10 year old Toyota or Honda , Teslas are ok, but their quality is way below par now to any other manufacturer, and they are all built in china now
@@stratoshd9043 your definitely misinformed. Tesla is the most American 🇺🇸 automaker. 90 percent of all their parts are made in America which is the most out of any automaker in America. I can send you the link if you want.
why does everyone get so hung up on Tesla being faster? Seriously for everyday driving, does it even matter? When you are driving around town with or without kids, you're not driving like you are on a racetrack, its nearly impossible. Is it fast enough to pass someone on occasion when you need to? Thats all you need. I agree on the Tesla software, but honestly, it has so much that most people won't use it to its fullest ability, just like with an upgraded computer, most people only do basic stuff. I need to get in my car and drive, I don't care if it has games or makes farting sounds or the ability to watch RUclips or Hulu. I just need to get from point A to point B safely. With so many new EV's on the market, people have choices now, not everyone wants a Tesla.
I disagree, coming from 3 Teslas and having driven every model (except the truck). The Chevy rides better than the Model 3 and Y and the tech is quite comparable. The Tesla does mobile apps way better and better vertical integration, but it’s not as big of a difference as I imagined. The performance is definitely not as good in the Chevy as a Tesla, but for a commuting car I don’t miss it.
I don’t care for Tesla speed, especially living in California where there’s always traffic. Pretty much useless here. I’m so glad there are people out there willing to try something different. My friend bought a Tesla Model Y over a Toyota RAV4 PHEV. The Toyota was more expensive. Good to know that Tesla MY are now more affordable than ever.
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The key symbol in the cupholder is for if the battery dies in the keyfob. You put the keyfob there and you can start the car even if the battery is dead.
Congrats on your new vehicle. Please don't mind the ignorant comments.
Thanks! My enthusiasm isn't dampened by the trolls. It's an awesome ride and I'm thrilled with it so far.
I’ll ignore them.
Just like now I get to ignore gas stations…😎
We got a 25 LT in black just before Xmas.
500 miles so far and everything is awesome…it’s a really nice vehicle…!!!
Great Video!! Thanks again for your business.
My pleasure! I’m highly recommending that everyone gets their Equinox EV from you!
The little key cut out in the bottom of the cup holder is for if your battery goes dead in your key fob you lay your key fob on that little diagram and the vehicle will start. My Chevy volt has that.
Subscribed. Thanks a lot for this review. I thought I was settled on getting an Ioniq 5, but the various reliability problems they are having, and the complaints about lousy service at Hyundai dealerships is making me think twice. Wasn’t really aware of this alternative but now I will check it out.
Thanks for the sub! I won't claim the Chevy is perfect either, but so far I'm very happy with the vehicle and the sales experience.
7:30 The signals from the fob bounce off the walls in the garage so an amplified signal to open the trunk door, etc.
Terrific! Great EV Chevy Equinox!
It really has been a great addition to our family!
My wife bought the 2LT and we love it. I wanted the smaller wheels for efficiency plus cheaper when getting replacement or winter tires. The wireless charger and sunroof weren’t available for the 2024’s. They will be available on the 2025’S which are now available to now order
Nice! Congrats on getting one, I hope you're still as happy with it as I am with ours. Nice to know that Chevy is rolling out the features customers are asking for in the upcoming model year too.
Congrats, I went from a bolt EUV to a Tesla Model Y. Bolt EUV was great for me but it charge slow and sometimes the miles driven is inaccurate. Great car non the less. The Model Y takes away all of that. Great car as well. Pretty sure Equinox is the better Bolt, but I ended up getting the Y because of the 1.99 apr.. not gonna lie both Great cars!
Congrats on the EV.. Auto liftgate has to be setup in settings.. Chevy has some great videos on the car..
Yeah, it seems a little bit flaky but I think we have the hang of it now after a few days using it. It's a nice feature though we might need to turn it off because it periodically wants to open in the garage
Congrats on the new EV
Yay, Congratulations, I've been waiting for this.
Thanks so much!
Congratulations! Excited to receive my 3RS eAWD, but it’s stuck in Chicago due to the rail strike, hope I see it soon. Radiant Red with red interior and moonroof with a shade.Thanks for the review! Great lines, great job Mexico 🇲🇽❤️🇨🇦
Awesome choices on the build. That sounds like the perfect configuration to me. I'd love to see one in that trim, color, and with the roof sometime.
Isn't it Super Cruise on Chevy? Blue Cruise is Ford for sure. I have Blue Cruise on my Mustang Mach-E. The new car looks awesome! Can't wait to see how you like in the months ahead, especially coming from Tesla and comparing some of the features and whatnot to the Rivian. You also need to do a video on why you choose not to get another Tesla... I think a lot of us are wondering why. This car is going to be great for your channel, just like the Rivian has been good for the channel, I've been following since you were around 300 subs and boy did it take off once you got the Rivian!
Yes! I keep saying BlueCruise accidentally on this, I’m having a hard time reconfiguring my brain!
Love it so far, but I’ve still only driven a few miles.
For sure, I already have one I’m working on comparing the different UI options - CarPlay vs the built in options in Chevy and Rivian.
I’m afraid to post one on why I’m done with Tesla 😀. It might get a ton of views, but I don’t want to see the comments.
@@Eventurefamily You sort of did such a video after Tesla fired the Charging Staff. By the by, Rebecca Tinucci got hired by Uber to head up their EV transition.
I'm not anti-Tesla but I bought an Ioniq6 because at the time of my purchase the Tesla Service station was 2 hours away and even if I never had an issue, I did not like that.
My 3lt awd with sunroof arrived today and 3lt do have 21" tires which I hate, in quebec we have winter tire laws so getting 21" tires were twice the price of 18" so i got 18" rims for winter but wheel outer diameter is same which actually is better for traction and lower risk of wheel damage from potholes.
Congratulations! That’s the perfect trim level. I have always gone for the smallest wheels on a vehicle before to for both reasons. We don’t usually get snow tires here, but having smaller tires is definitely better on our terrible roads here in NJ. I’m curious to see if we regret going for the 21’ wheels on the Equinox
I think you and your wife made the best choice for your family's use case. High tech, Supercruise, and comfortable.
We're very happy with it so far! There's no perfect vehicle for every single person, but in our case, this ticked an awful lot of the boxes.
I like the red stitching on the steering wheel.
I own a 2024 Equinox EV and absolutely love driving it the only (2) things I hate is the door handles and I would prefer a start/stop engine button.
Oh, I actually like both! I'm interested, why would you prefer it had an on/off button since it seems to work great with the auto on/off? Do you end up using the off button on the screen at all?
Uhh, there is no 'engine' in this vehicle, hence no need for a Start/Stop engine button.
@@mowcowbell The same start/stop button that was in my Chevy Bolt because sometimes when i get out of the Equinox the vehicle remains on .
@@Eventurefamily The same start/stop button that was in my Chevy Bolt because sometimes when i get out of the Equinox the vehicle remains on . When exiting the vehicle when my foot comes off the brake and if it touches the brake again it activates the start mode.
@@mray633on the left edge of your large center screen is a touchscreen button for turning off the vehicle manually. You can also just put it in drive and then back into park. It only stays on if you close the door but then don’t go into gear.
unfortunately a lot of cars ev or otherwise dont come with spares anymore. I checked out the equinox recently and was fairly impressed I decided to not go with it ultimately and instead of opted for a Kona. However, it is a really nice vehicle. Congratulations on your purchase. Ultimately, I went with the Kona because some of the safety features are a little bit more advanced, like the Blindspot indicator that pops up in front of the dashboard behind the steering wheel. And I saw a number of videos that the tailgate opens on its own in a sensitive way so that turned me off other than that the drive itself and the way that the car operates is impressive. The amount of legroom and space that you have beats out every other in the class and it is priced competitively for now. I did find the back is a little bit dark in terms of the lighting, however perhaps in future models, they will have an added sunroof. The fact that has an all wheel drive variant is also impressive and second of all the EV that I've driven and checked out thus far.
That’s a great comparison and I agree with all the pros and cons you mentioned. I do wish there was a brighter interior option or that I had been able to find one with the sunroof but it wasn’t a deal breaker for me. I’ve gotten more used to the tailgate now and am down to like one accidental opening a week now. The Kona is a great vehicle as well and doesn’t get enough attention. Thanks for watching!
Can confirm it is very dark. Took apart the dome light and it's single LEDs on a pcb, so you can't even upgrade a bulb to output more light. I feel that it has more legroom than the Kona
@@Bremend For sure it definitely does have far more legroom and a bit more trunk space too. I am happy with my choice but there are times I do think about the equinox.
There is no inflation kit in the RS. It’s self sealing tires . I bought the exact same color RS AWD 2 weeks ago and I got a flat tire one week after delivery .
Ok so how did the self sealing workout?
@@highrisklowreward4861 I am not sure where I got a puncture because the tire was completely flat the next morning in my driveway . Could not inflate or tow since I had to leave asap . I called a tire repair mobile unit to come and fix.
have you tested the automatic parking?
My rivian required a software update before using Tesla, btw most Rivian oeners are still waiting for the adapter. I got a A2z adapter in the meantime. Nice vehicle! Congratulations⚡
My husband has an R1T. Yes, waiting for the Tesla to CCS1 adapter but coming soon.
So size-wise the loaded Equinox will be competing with the base R2. From your Rivian experience do you think it holds up?
Styling wise I sort of hope there will be a GMC Terrain AT4 version.
It’s very hard to say until the R2 actually comes out and we see final details, but I think it might be close. I expect the Rivian to charge better, have really excellent software, and probably very good ride and motor tuning over the Chevy, but it’s hard to say what they’ll be able to do to keep it at that price point while still being profitable. Chevy is also changing a few things for the 2025 model year, so with another year still on top of that, there’s a chance Chevy would come out on top. Right now I’m betting on the R2 with my reservation and the 2 year lease on the Equinox but who knows?
I like the red piping on the synthetic leather. I have cloth seats in my 2024 Ioniq6 because cloth is softer when sitting to me. To each their own☺
That's a big reason I went for the RS trim, I think it looks great. I prefer the leatherette materials for ease of cleaning with the kids, but the cloth feels nicer too, especially when it's hot.
Congrats!
So you thought there was good space in the front seats too? Thanks
The center screen is HUGE. Nice Driver screen also.
I think that's my favorite part and definitely what first captured my attention.
Im also in NJ and was curious how the insurance is for the equinox ev
Great choice ! But from efficiency point of view, welcome to paying 25% more for charging vs Tesla Model Y.
Can you explain what you mean?
I wish I had the Bird's Eye view camera in Jiselle the Ioniq6.
That's a great name! It's an awesome feature that I've come to rely on for getting into our garage and even for parking in tight spaces.
@@Eventurefamily Agreed. My next EV will have that in the basic trim. LOL.
360 cameras are awesome! I use the one on my bolt constantly, such a blessing in an urban area.
They are supposedly adding it back in...
Question. I just purchased the same trim level. Have you noticed the infotainment screen gets really hot? The back seems to be just fine, just the screen itself is hot.
I had a Blazer EV as a loaner while my Bolt was being repaired. Really enjoy the ultium suvs they are pretty sweet!
I was really pleasantly surprised with what Chevy produced! I plan to check out the Blazer EV very soon as well.
@@EventurefamilyDid you not test or consider the Blazer when deciding on the Equinox? Would be interested in your comparison.
@@kosterjm I briefly looked at it but I really didn’t need the extra size or cost since we have the R1S for most family drives.
Can you drive away without the keyfob? Chevy Bolt Ev was able to do that once turned on.
No drive test? Noise level? Handling? Comfortable ride? 😮
That will come soon after I’ve spent some more time with it. I’ll do a more in depth review video
Congrats, its beautiful! Im curious what made you want to go for thr equinox ev ober keeping the model y? Thanks!
Congratulations! I don’t care for this black color on the RS. I think the blue and reds look nicer with the RS. I’ll probably get the 2025 or 25 Boltium EV next or maybe a smaller Tesla if they make it!
Before my free trial for Sirius ran out in the Ioniq6, Sirius sent me a letter for 12 months at 6 bucks a month so I did that.
Yep, I just started getting the offers now for extending it too. I'm pretty sure I'll do it!
@@Eventurefamily Agreed, I tried to hold out until like 15 days B4 the free trial expired then they sent this $6 per month offer.
What happens when the usb c ports get wet/dirty or just break?
I have Android Auto but it's wired (&Apple Carplay but I'm an Android gal). I bought the lowest trim Ioniq6 which had wired Android Auto (38k in Winston-Salem, North Carolina). The high trim has wireless Android Auto.
Well what did you pay for it, let us know
EVenture Family, and you have the Tesla to CCS1 adapter already so as soon as Tesla announces GM can use the Superchargers so you are good.
Exactly! The day they enable access, rest assured I'll be out there testing it and probably planning our first big road trip.
Congratulations On Your New Vehicle . I Bought The Equinox EV LT MODEL. ALSO IS SAME AS YOURS. SO FAR IM VERY HAPPY. JUST GOT RID OF MY 2024 HONDA ACCORD SPORT HYBRID. I WAS TIRED OF THE CAR. I NEEDED AN EV SUV. ANYWAY I SWITCH CARS LIKE UNDERWEAR. GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR GM PRODUCT. LOOKS LIKE GM IS THE MANUFACTURER FOR HONDA /ACURA EV'S. CHECK WHERE HONDA PROLOGUE EV. AND ACURA ZDX ARE BUILT..
Congratulations, that’s awesome!
Yes, I’ve checked out both the Honda and the Acura which are built by GM on this same platform (though both offer CarPlay). I’m hoping to check out the Acura in depth for an upcoming video soon too.
Does the car come with a 120v outlet? I can’t find anything that says it does. Would be nice to use it during an outage or car camping.
Not as far as I know. Only the Silverado was mentioned to have one by the sales person I talked to...
Ironicly The Equinox is buildt in Mexico but here we don´t get the AWD only the FWD and no super cruise otherwise I´d buy it in a blink of an eye!!!!
Thank you for using the correct term EVSE instead of the wrong term charger. People need to learn this. They won’t of course. 😂😅
Nice pick, good configuration. Should work out really well for your daily needs. 👍
does the rear seats recline a little?
No
is the trunk space well lit while in the dark?
Theres one light on the left side. Its pretty bright
I don't like sun roofs/moon roofs. Too hot here in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. No thanks on the radiant heat. We bought a cover for our R1T sunroof/moon roof and my Ioniq6 is the low trim (SE) so no sun roof/moon roof.
Yeah, we had the Tesla roof covered most of the time for the same reasons. We'd do it for the Rivian too but haven't found a good shade yet. I like having a roof that opens for ventilation and to have a partial convertible feel, but I didn't think it was necessarily worth the price here.
Lease or buy?
I replaced my Tesla Model Y with an Equinox EV last week. I love the Equinox. Much better ride, an actual dashboard, well placed actual buttons, high quality. The Super Cruise rocks. Would not go back to Tesla... I thought I would be bummed it didn't have Car Play but the Google Maps is excellent.. .Much better than Tesla, and the Google assisant work exceptionally well. What do I miss with the Tesla... it's faster but really don't miss that much. The EQX is snappy. And the Tesla had a frunk, no frunk here but really didn't use it much over the last 18 months, so probably won't miss that much. Honestly, it's a great vehicle. I was surprised how much better I like it.
Very much the same here. I feel pretty much exactly the same in comparing it to our Model Y. It's not as sporty with the acceleration, but it's not bad and the ride quality makes up for it. The software is very solid and I'm really enjoying driving it around every day. I am very impressed by what Chevy put together. I'm glad you're loving yours too!
Your ok with spending 300$ a year to use Google maps after the trial is done?
Everything is supposed to work by sharing your cell’s connection. I read of some people trying it before activating the car wifi, and it worked.
It lasts for 8 years and I have a 2 year lease, so I’m not worried about that, nor will the vast majority of prospective owners.
Does it have a heat pump?
Not currently in the Equinox
Edit: I got this wrong. There is one in all Ultium vehicles as called out
All ultium platforms have heat pump.
@@marvingeorge157you’re right! Sorry for getting it wrong, I don’t recall where I had read that it didn’t before. I did just check and you’re right that it’s in all Ultium vehicles
Super cruise, blue cruise is ford
If I am buying a new car the salesman can find me the right colour and model. I can clearly tell he went out of his way to text you for the sale of a car, he probably did the same thing to find this one for you.
no ventilatd seats???????
Only in the top 3LT or 3RS trims
Heated front seats in mine but not the rear but there is 2 vents on the middle console
I've had a tesla now for going on five years and I have elon distress. I can't stand the sob anymore so i may want to get rid of this car. I'd love to know how the chevy equinox compares.
So far it compares quite well. There are some software things Tesla does better and charging is meaningfully better on Tesla vehicles, but for my use cases, I am actually preferring the Equinox EV.
That front license plate rack is a huge turn off.
I have an Android phone also. A Samsung A14.
Congrats. Looks cool. Not sure I could ever spend my money on anything Chevy makes. 🤷🏼♂️
Kendall Roy.
I love EVs and I'm seeing more of them on the road than ever. I want the equinox activ plus but too bad it's in China. If it gets 80 miles per charge that's phenomenal! I'd love to get an EV but solid state battery technology is coming within the next 5 years and that's really going to push gas cars to extinction. The battery is safer, 30 percent more miles, can take the cold better, charges within 15 minutes(need 500kw station)😅. It's worth the wait.
Absolutely! There are so many great options now and there’s nearly something for everyone. I’m glad you enjoyed and thanks for watching!
Get the front wrapped out ceramic coated ASAP. Chevys Black paint quality is atrocious
It’s not blue Cruze
So it's another (non Tesla) EV that's great if you commute a few miles and take occasional road trip. If you need to drive 50-100 miles per day, you can only consider one EV brand...for now
a few miles = 285
It looks like a nice vehicle. It does not compare to a Tesla. Tesla has the newest software and is much faster on the road
if you are upgrading from a 10 year old Toyota or Honda , Teslas are ok, but their quality is way below par now to any other manufacturer, and they are all built in china now
@@stratoshd9043 your definitely misinformed. Tesla is the most American 🇺🇸 automaker. 90 percent of all their parts are made in America which is the most out of any automaker in America. I can send you the link if you want.
why does everyone get so hung up on Tesla being faster? Seriously for everyday driving, does it even matter? When you are driving around town with or without kids, you're not driving like you are on a racetrack, its nearly impossible. Is it fast enough to pass someone on occasion when you need to? Thats all you need. I agree on the Tesla software, but honestly, it has so much that most people won't use it to its fullest ability, just like with an upgraded computer, most people only do basic stuff. I need to get in my car and drive, I don't care if it has games or makes farting sounds or the ability to watch RUclips or Hulu. I just need to get from point A to point B safely. With so many new EV's on the market, people have choices now, not everyone wants a Tesla.
I disagree, coming from 3 Teslas and having driven every model (except the truck). The Chevy rides better than the Model 3 and Y and the tech is quite comparable. The Tesla does mobile apps way better and better vertical integration, but it’s not as big of a difference as I imagined. The performance is definitely not as good in the Chevy as a Tesla, but for a commuting car I don’t miss it.
I don’t care for Tesla speed, especially living in California where there’s always traffic. Pretty much useless here. I’m so glad there are people out there willing to try something different. My friend bought a Tesla Model Y over a Toyota RAV4 PHEV. The Toyota was more expensive. Good to know that Tesla MY are now more affordable than ever.