Chevy Equinox EV Cost to Own (2026)
1LT AWD · 280 mi range · 82.0 kWh battery · MSRP $34,995
Chevy Equinox EV Charging Costs
Home Charging (Level 2)
At 16.1¢/kWh national average (EIA 2025). Your rate may vary — check your local utility.
DC Fast Charging
Public DC fast charging costs 3–5× more per mile than home charging. Road trips add up — most owners use home charging for 80–90% of miles.
5-Year Cost Comparison: Chevy Equinox EV vs Chevy Equinox Gas
12,000 miles/year, national average energy prices, base trim prices. No federal tax credit (ended Sept 2025).
| Cost category | Chevy Equinox EV | Chevy Equinox Gas | EV saves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase price (MSRP) | $34,995 | $32,000 | -$2,995 |
| Fuel (5 years) | $2,760 | $6,855 | +$4,095 |
| Maintenance (5 years) | $2,600 | $6,500 | +$3,900 |
| Insurance (5 years) | $9,500 | $8,500 | -$1,000 |
| Depreciation (5 years) | $16,798 | $14,080 | -$2,718 |
| 5-year running total | $31,658 | $35,935 | +$4,277 |
5-year running costs = depreciation + fuel + insurance + maintenance. Purchase price shown for reference, not included in running total.
State incentives may apply. 14+ states offer rebates of $2,000–$9,500 on qualifying EVs. Colorado ($5,000), Connecticut ($9,500), Oregon ($7,500), Vermont ($5,000), and New Jersey ($4,000) are the highest. The federal $7,500 credit ended September 2025. See full state incentive list →
Key Specs: Chevy Equinox EV
Your actual cost depends on your state's electricity rate
Washington charges 10.2¢/kWh — the Chevy Equinox EV costs $278/yr to fuel there. In Hawaii at 44.3¢/kWh, it's $1,217/yr. Same car, 4× the fuel cost.
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