Model year guide

2016 Chevrolet Equinox

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 66 on record.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Chevrolet Equinox at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints396
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$14,526

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox recalls 1

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #16V449000 · 21/06/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1050, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 46600.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 396 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,750

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Low
$9,900
Typical price
$14,526
High
$18,950

From 59 comparable 2016 Chevrolet Equinox listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,200
Total$16,950
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($14,526) with the same model 5 model-years older ($11,346), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox trims & engines on record

Trims
LT · LS · LTZ
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl

2016 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles on record

2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNALDEK7G6323080 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNFLGE37G6343328 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFEK2G6247494 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFEK6G6316588 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK0G6207854 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEKXG6138137 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNFLGE36G6233905 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALCEK6G1172627 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFEK3G6348253 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFEK3G6115358 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNFLGE39G6183419 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK0G1180992 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK6G1180558 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALCEK4G1150058 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFEK5G6196332 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFE32G6235189 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNFLEEKXG6347451 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK8G1143835 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFE34G6248381 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFEK4G6263602 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALCEKXG6296371 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNFLEEK2G6192751 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLFEK7G6232490 2016 Chevrolet Equinox 2016 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK9G6240478

Other Chevrolet Equinox model years

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2016 Chevrolet Equinox — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 396 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, visibility/wiper, wheels.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Comparable 2016 Chevrolet Equinox listings run roughly $9,900–$18,950, typically around $14,526 (from 59 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.