It’s totally possible that CEO Mary Barra and the crew are taking a page out of Porsche’s EV gameplan: underpromise and overdeliver.Įven with 150 kw charging speeds, what matters more is the charging curve. The Ultium-powered Cadillac Lyriq charges at 190 kilowatts and the GMC Hummer EV peaks at 180 kW, so I was a bit confused to see that the Equinox EV is limited to 150 kilowatt charging speeds at a DC fast charger. More range, faster charging, better efficiency. General Motors has often touted the next-generation capabilities of its Ultium batteries. This was the only letdown in my book, but it’s not a deal breaker.
#2022 CHEVY EQUINOX 0 60 UPDATE#
We’ll update this page as more info becomes available. The Equinox EV is one inch shorter than the gas version, and that’s definitely for aerodynamic reasons. The much wider wheelbase creates more interior space, similar to how other automakers have make crossovers feel a lot more like larger SUVs. In terms of overall width, the EV is 3 inches wider than the gas version. It’s 7.4 inches longer overall with a wheelbase that is 9 inches wider. The Equinox EV is larger than the gas-powered Equinox. GM has not released official passenger and cargo volume numbers, but they did release some key numbers. Regardless, electric instant torque will stand out to EV newbies. GM didn’t release 0-60 times (this isn’t a car for the track), but we estimate the FWD option to reach 60 mph in about 7 seconds, and the AWD option to achieve the same in 6 seconds.All-wheel drive produces 290 horsepower and 346 lb-ft of torque.Front-wheel drive produces 210 horsepower and 242 lb-ft of torque.It’s becoming clear the GM wants the Equinox to stand out for every day functionality and eye-catching affordability. On the performance side, the Equinox won’t compete with the more powerful Blazer EV, or many of the other segment competitors for that matter. Equinox EV AWD (only extended range available): 280 miles.Equinox EV FWD extended range: 300 miles.Equinox EV FWD standard range: 250 miles.These are the unofficial range figures that GM shared with us: That’s great news, as the Ultium battery has proven to be a game changer in the GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Lyriq. GM has not divulged the battery capacity figures, but we do know that the Equinox EV will be powered by the Ultium electric platform that GM engineered in partnership with LG Energy Solutions. Front-wheel drive will offer either battery capacity, and all-wheel drive will only be offered with the long-range pack. The Equinox EV will be available in standard and extended range battery options. Let’s dig into the details, and why I sincerely think this model alone will be a make-or-break moment for the electrification of America’s legacy automakers. Although we don’t yet know exact pricing or battery capacity, the latest press releases have revealed a future-ready EV with great range, decent charging, and GM’s reiterated $30,000 price tag. Only two big questions remain after GM released details and new images of the Equinox EV in September.
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