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2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT FWD

The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT FWD is a 182-hp 2.4-liter inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,870 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

It makes 182 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

The Equinox measures 187.8 inches long on a 112.5-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$25,870 ($36,085 *)
MSRP with Destination$26,730 ($37,284 *)
Destination Charge$860
Engine
Engine Type2.4L I4 SIDI
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower182 hp
Torque172 lb-ft
ValvetrainDOHC, four valves per cylinder; variable valve timing
Bore and Stroke88 x 98
Compression Ratio11.2:1
Injection TypeDirect sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City22 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent strut-type with tuned coil springs; direct-acting stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent four-link with coil springs
Dimensions & Weight
Length187.8 in
Width72.5 in
Height66.3 in
Wheelbase112.5 in
Front Track62.5 in
Rear Track61.8 in
Ground Clearance7.8 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (19.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2013 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2013 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet EQUINOX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 4, 2016 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.

Consequence: Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 25302.

NHTSA campaign 16V582000

Jul 5, 2016 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Consequence: If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.

NHTSA campaign 16V502000

751 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet EQUINOX

Owner Complaints

751 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet EQUINOX (20 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 13 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine412
Visibility/Wiper144
Power Train80
Electrical System69
Unknown Or Other63
Fuel/Propulsion System43
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 9, 2026 · Suspension, Structure
“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle and the ABS warning light was illuminated…”
Sep 2, 2026 · Engine
“We changed the external fuel pump, we changed the oil cap to the vented oil cap, We changed the oil 2x within 2 days, once trying to get it by until we could get the new fuel pump on,and once directly…”
Jul 26, 2026 · Tires Crash
“225/r17 Pressure system did not alert the other driver of liss of pressure blew out side i recked into her”
Jul 26, 2026 · Tires Crash
“225/65/r17 Side wall blew out on me tire pressure system did not let me know . I had to sweave to miss oncoming traffic”
Jun 29, 2026 · Power Train, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“My 2013 Equinox is experiencing the excessive oil loss without warning..this led to transmission..engine..timing failure. The car loses power jerks at slower speeds it sounds horrible and has cost a…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2013 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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