EQUINOX TRIM COMPARISON • LT, RS & ACTIV
Compare available new Equinox SUVs at Weber Chevrolet Granite City by the features you want to use, the cabin you prefer and the equipment on the actual vehicle. LT, RS and ACTIV give you different starting points; the right choice comes from your priorities.
Chevrolet lists these three gasoline trims for both 2026 and 2027. The highlights below use the manufacturer’s 2027 information. Match a 2026 or older vehicle to its own model-year information and window sticker.
Use this table to decide which vehicles to compare in person. It highlights selected equipment rather than reproducing every standard feature, option or package. Availability and the exact vehicle’s equipment still matter.
On a smaller screen, scroll across the table to compare all columns.
| Trim | Selected Chevrolet highlights | What to compare in person |
|---|---|---|
| LT | 1.5L turbo; heated front seats and steering wheel; 11.3-inch diagonal infotainment screen. | Seat comfort, installed convenience options and whether it already covers your must-have list. |
| RS | Black exterior details; 19-inch standard and 20-inch available machined wheels; flat-bottom steering wheel. | Wheel and tire choice, interior appearance and how the actual vehicle feels on your normal route. |
| ACTIV | All-terrain tires; uniquely tuned suspension; Evotex and sueded microfiber seating surfaces. | Tire suitability, cabin materials and whether its equipment matches the way you will use the SUV. |
Start by identifying the features that would rule a vehicle in or out. A particular seat adjustment, camera feature, cargo convenience or phone connection may matter more to you than the longest equipment list.
Check seat comfort, the display and your required convenience features. Compare the installed options on two actual LTs before assuming you need a different trim to get the equipment you want.
Look closely at the exterior details, cabin finishes and steering wheel. Include ride feel, tire replacement questions and your parking environment when comparing different wheel sizes.
Try the seating materials and ordinary controls, then discuss the installed tires and suspension setup in relation to the roads you use. Treat the appearance and equipment as deliberate preferences.
Chevrolet’s current gasoline Equinox information identifies a 1.5L turbo engine. Moving from LT to RS is not a reason to assume a different engine or that all-wheel drive is installed. Check the model year, drivetrain and selected options on each candidate.
If your bigger question is whether an Equinox fits your household, start with the Chevrolet Equinox buying guide. Then use the 2026 Equinox interior guide for a 2026 cabin comparison. Set the driver’s seat normally, try rear-seat access and measure the cargo you carry most often.
Bring the same checklist to each vehicle. Try frequently used controls, compare the supported phone features and ask which connected services require an account or subscription. The useful trim comparison is the one you can repeat on actual SUVs.
Browse used Equinox SUVs by model year as well as trim. A familiar badge on an older vehicle may represent a different equipment combination from the current LT, RS and ACTIV table. Request the original equipment information when it is available and compare the vehicle in front of you.
Add mileage, available history and service records, current tire and brake condition, and any immediate maintenance needs to the worksheet. Check that the features you want work as expected. Keep written information about any coverage with the purchase quote.
For ownership questions, explore our Chevrolet service department and ask about the maintenance relevant to the exact vehicle. Service history and condition belong alongside trim and price in a used-SUV decision.
Choose two or three candidates and ask for itemized purchase quotes. Keep the vehicle details, trade figures and financing terms clear rather than judging the choice from one monthly-payment figure. Our finance center can help with questions about the process.
Use the trade request when you are ready to provide the details of your current vehicle. If you submit a financing application, review the information you provide and the terms offered to you. Choose the vehicle that fits your needs as well as the complete purchase arrangement.
Do not infer an engine upgrade from the trim name. Chevrolet’s current gasoline Equinox information identifies a 1.5L turbo; confirm the model year and powertrain on the actual SUV.
No. ACTIV is a trim designation. Drivetrain is a separate equipment detail to establish from the vehicle listing and window sticker.
No. This table highlights 2027 equipment. Use the correct model-year information for a 2026 or older vehicle, even when the trim name is familiar.
Send both stock numbers or VINs and the features you must have. Ask the team to clarify the equipment and current availability so you can plan a useful comparison.
Visit Weber Chevrolet Granite City at 3499 Progress Pkwy, Granite City, IL 62040 with the features you want and the vehicles you have shortlisted. Ask us to confirm availability and explain the equipment differences that will settle your decision.
