--- title: "Chevrolet Equinox Specs: Weight, Fuel Tank, MPG" description: "How the Chevrolet Equinox specs specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. The Chevrolet Equinox tows up to 1,500 lbs when properly equipped. Fuel tank 14.8 gallons. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the Chevrolet Equinox, by engine and drivetrain." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/specs" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Chevrolet Equinox Specifications The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Chevrolet Equinox specs specification changed by year? | Model years | Max towing | Fuel tank | Curb weight | EPA mpg | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2025/specs) | 1,500 lbs | 14.8 gal | 3,428 lbs | 26 city / 28 hwy (FWD, CVT); 24/29 (AWD, 8-speed). Fuel tank: 14.8 gal FWD / 15.6 gal AWD. Towing: 800 lb FWD / 1,500 lb AWD | | [2018-2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2018-2024/specs) | 3,500 lbs | 14.9 gal | 3,274 lbs | 26 city / 32 hwy (1.5T FWD); 25/30 (1.5T AWD); 22/29 (2.0T FWD); 22/28 (2.0T AWD); 28/39 (1.6L diesel FWD), 28/38 (diesel AWD). Fuel tank: 14.9 gal FWD / 15.6 gal AWD. Towing: 1,500 lb (1.5T and diesel) / 3,500 lb (2.0T) | | [2012-2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2012-2017/specs) | 3,500 lbs | 18.8 gal | 3,777 lbs | 22 city / 32 hwy (2.4L FWD); 20/28 (2.4L AWD); 17/24 (3.0L or 3.6L FWD); 16/23 (V6 AWD). Towing: 1,500 lb (2.4L) / 3,500 lb (V6 with trailering package) | ## Full specifications by generation The specs on a Chevrolet Equinox is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2025 Chevrolet Equinox Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2025/specs) - [2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2018-2024/specs) - [2012-2017 Chevrolet Equinox Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2012-2017/specs) ## Chevrolet Equinox specs: common questions ### How much can a Chevrolet Equinox tow? Up to 1,500 lbs when properly equipped. That is a maximum for the best-configured version, engine, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration, and towing package all move the real number down, and the door-jamb placard plus the towing guide for your exact build is what governs. ### How big is the fuel tank on a Chevrolet Equinox? 14.8 gallons. ### What does a Chevrolet Equinox weigh? About 3,428 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo. ### What gas mileage does a Chevrolet Equinox get? 26 city / 28 hwy (FWD, CVT); 24/29 (AWD, 8-speed). Fuel tank: 14.8 gal FWD / 15.6 gal AWD. Towing: 800 lb FWD / 1,500 lb AWD on the EPA cycle. ## Sources - [Chevrolet Pressroom, 2025 Equinox specifications (engine, transmissions, tires, weights, tank)](https://news.chevrolet.com/newsroom.detail.html/Pages/news/us/en/2024/jan/0123-equinox.html) - [fueleconomy.gov, 2025 Equinox EPA ratings](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2025_Chevrolet_Equinox.shtml) - [AMSOIL product lookup, 2025 Equinox 1.5L LSD (0W-20; 4.2 qt FWD / 5.3 qt AWD)](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2025/chevrolet/equinox/1-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-g-lsd-g-turbo/) - [AutoZone, 2025 Equinox battery fitment (Group 48/H6 AGM)](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/chevrolet/equinox/2025) - [2025 Equinox key fob battery replacement (CR2450)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRdKhM7zs28) - [WiperBladesUSA, 2025 Equinox wiper size chart](https://www.wiperbladesusa.com/wiper-size/chevrolet/equinox/2025) - [RepairPal, 2025 Equinox recalls (none reported for the gas model)](https://repairpal.com/chevrolet/equinox/2025/recalls) ## Find your exact Equinox - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/2012) More Chevrolet Equinox guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/equinox/key-fob-battery) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.