


On the technology front, a 7-inch touchscreen is standard on the LS, LT and RS trims, while the Premier model has an 8-inch touchscreen all trims are equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The RS outfits the Equinox with darkened elements, including black exterior trim, 19-inch dark wheels, a black interior with red stitching and a unique shift knob. For 2022, a new RS trim slots between the LT and top-tier Premier models. The 2022 Equinox gets fresh front and rear styling, with a new grille and updated LED headlights and daytime running lights. Related: 2021 Chevrolet Equinox Blazes Into New Year With Updates Originally planned as a 2021 model-year refresh, the updated Equinox was moved back to 2022 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. To keep the 2022 Equinox on the minds of SUV shoppers, Chevy gives the SUV a styling refresh, plus a new RS trim and a handful of additional tech features. The Chevrolet Equinox competes with a long list of compact SUVs, including the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Nissan Rogue and Toyota RAV4. The 2021 Equinox L is currently hard to find among inventory, so shoppers should consider the 2022 model to get more available features at a similar or lower price. All other trims see a price cut between $500 and $700. Which should you buy, 2022 or 2021? The starting price for the 2022 Equinox is higher than the previous model year because the L trim is no longer available. Pricing falls $500 and $700 for the LT and Premier, respectively. Pricing (with destination): The 2022 Equinox LS starts at $26,995, $2,000 over the discontinued 2021 L trim but $600 less than the 2021 LS. Most significant changes: Front and rear styling refresh base trim (L ) discontinued, new RS trim added new front and rear park assist and automatic parking assist are available.
