The Chevy Equinox EV is due for an update: Here’s what could change — SkimNews
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- Chevy Equinox EV sales are down 41% in the first half of 2026 compared to the prior year, following the expiration of the $7,500 federal tax credit in September 2025, according to Cox Automotive data.
- GM is developing a new EV platform codenamed BEV-N, with the next-gen Chevy Equinox EV expected to be the first model built on it, arriving in late 2028 or early 2029, per GM Authority sources.
- GM's current BEV3 architecture underpins multiple models including the Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Cadillac Lyriq, and several Honda and Acura EVs, but is limited by slower charging speeds in high-volume vehicles.
- KerrySkates, a top commenter, highlighted that the current platform’s 150kW charging peak on mainstream GM EVs is a key limitation compared to 350kW on larger models like the Hummer EV, affecting road-trip usability.
- GM plans to equip all 2027 electric vehicles, including the current Equinox EV, with the NACS charging port, aligning with the industry standard ahead of the full platform shift.
- GM's future EVs are in development across markets, a company spokesperson confirmed during Q2 earnings, though no specific models or timelines beyond the BEV-N platform were disclosed.
Why it matters: The 41% sales drop in the Equinox EV signals weakening competitiveness despite its initial success as the most affordable long-range EV. GM’s shift to BEV-N by 2028 must deliver faster charging and better efficiency to reclaim market share from updated rivals like the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Toyota bZ.
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