2027 Chevrolet Equinox LT: Kirkland Buyers Guide

What the base trim actually includes

Chevrolet's own description of the LT is short: 1.5-liter turbo, heated front seats and steering wheel, an 11.3-inch touchscreen, and available HD Surround Vision. Behind that sit the items every 2027 Equinox shares. There's an 11-inch digital driver display, Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 5G connectivity, and the six-feature Chevy Safety Assist package. Heated seats and a heated wheel are a bigger deal in Kirkland than they'd be in Phoenix, since a damp 38-degree February morning on the way to work is where you notice them. And because the touchscreen is the same size on every trim, nobody walks out of an LT wishing they had the bigger display.

What the LT leaves for RS and ACTIV

The gaps are about appearance and capability more than comfort. The LT rides on 17-inch wheels, while the RS steps up to 19-inch wheels and the ACTIV wears its own 17-inch all-terrain-tire setup. It doesn't offer the optional Convenience Package III, the bundle with ventilated front seats and driver memory settings that's available on RS and ACTIV. And it lacks the black exterior trim of the RS or the tuned suspension of the ACTIV. If none of those items would change how you use the vehicle, the roughly $4,900 difference in starting MSRP is real money to keep. One bonus is that the new Autumn Harvest Metallic paint color is offered on LT and ACTIV, so the base trim isn't left out of the 2027 color story.

Is front-wheel drive enough in Kirkland?

For plenty of Eastside drivers, yes. Most of the year here is wet rather than icy, and a front-drive Equinox with good tires handles rain, leaf-covered side streets, and the hills around Kirkland without drama. All-wheel drive is available on the LT if you regularly cross Snoqualmie Pass in winter, park on a steep driveway, or head to the mountains most weekends. The tradeoff is one mpg: EPA's combined rating is 27 for front-wheel drive and 26 for all-wheel drive. Whichever you pick, the engine and 8-speed automatic are the same, and so is the 1,500-pound towing limit.

What buyers say

Lee Johnson's Google reviews include several from people who bought or leased an Equinox. Alex K. traded an older Equinox for a new lease and described the dealership's approach: "I recommend Lee Johnson Auto Family to anyone looking for a new or used vehicle. They have amazing employees from their owners, to their sales team, to their service team." Shea M. bought a 2019 Equinox and reported the household verdict plainly: "We (i.e. my Wife) absolutely LOVES the Chevrolet Equinox 2019!" Those reviews describe earlier model years and not the 2027, but they speak to the buying experience a new LT shopper will have at the Kirkland store.

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 any options are extra, and all-wheel drive is available at an added cost. Current offers are posted on the dealership's new Chevrolet 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, 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 configuration, and all-wheel drive is available on the LT. The EPA combined rating is 27 mpg for front-wheel drive and 26 mpg for all-wheel drive.

Is the LT or RS the better Equinox?

The RS adds black exterior trim, 19-inch wheels, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and access to the Convenience Package III, while the LT keeps the same engine, screen, and safety equipment for less. If the looks and wheel size matter to you, choose the RS. If not, the LT is the sensible one.

How much can a 2027 Equinox LT tow?

Up to 1,500 pounds, the same as every other Equinox trim and drivetrain. It's a fine rating for a small cargo trailer or a couple of bikes on a hitch rack, and not for a boat or camper.

The bottom line on the LT

The LT is where most shoppers should begin, because it takes the part of the Equinox that matters most (the engine, the screen, the safety suite) and leaves out the part that's mostly style. See one in person at Lee Johnson Chevrolet at 11845 NE 85th Street, then compare it with an RS and an ACTIV before deciding what the extra money buys 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 Kirkland
• 2027 Chevrolet Equinox pricing & leasing in Kirkland