Compact Powerhouse: The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox Towing Capabilities

Along with style, comfort, and utility, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox brings commendable towing capabilities to the compact SUV segment. At Stan McNabb Chevrolet in Columbia, Tennessee, we understand that for many of our customers, towing capacity is a vital aspect of their vehicle’s utility. Explore the towing prowess of the 2024 Equinox and discover how it can cater to your lifestyle needs, from weekend adventures to everyday tasks. View our inventory of New Chevrolets, or If you have any questions, give us a call at 931-548-1370 today!

Towing Capacity and Engine Performance

2024 Chevrolet Equinox

When you’re looking for a compact SUV with all-round versatility and the capability to haul a trailer, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is an outstanding choice. Its sleek, elegant styling hides its tough and powerful character. As well as a generous cargo area with a payload of up to 1,190 pounds, the Equinox can tow up to 1,500 pounds when properly equipped.

This capability is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 175 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. It’s paired with a slick-shifting six-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain offers an impressive balance of fuel efficiency and power.

With standard front-wheel drive, the Equinox returns up to 26 mpg around town and 31 mpg on the highway. When opting for the all-wheel-drive system, you’ll get up to 24 mpg for city driving and 30 mpg when you head out on the highway. These figures will be lower when you’re towing a trailer.

Towing Features and Technologies

The Equinox offers safety technologies that help keep you on track when towing a trailer. It features StabiliTrak, an electronic stability control system with traction control. The system detects when the vehicle deviates from your intended path and adjusts the brake and engine torque to enhance control. Traction control detects loss of tire grip and can reduce engine power, and brakes can be applied to help maintain control.

Standard driver-assistance technologies help you stay in control. These include a following distance indicator, lane-keep assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and front pedestrian braking.

Versatility for Various Towing Needs

With a 1,500-pound towing capacity, you won’t be able to haul huge loads with the Equinox, but you can tow many everyday items and weekend and vacation leisure equipment. If you need to move a load, you can tow a single-axle or flatbed trailer. The Equinox can tow an A-frame or teardrop camper, a canoe trailer, a Jet Ski or open snowmobile, a motorcycle, or a small boat for your vacation adventures.

The Equinox is a great choice for drivers with moderate towing needs, but remember that 1,500 pounds is the maximum and that it depends on several factors, which we’ll cover later in this article.

Comparisons With Competitors

How does the Equinox towing capacity compare with its competitors in the compact SUV segment? Here are the maximum hauling capacities of some of its closest 2024 rivals:

• Chevrolet Equinox: 1,500 pounds.
• Honda CR-V: 1,500 pounds.
• Mazda CX-5: 2,000 pounds.
• Subaru Forester: 1,500 pounds as standard, 3,000 pounds with the Wilderness trim.
• Toyota RAV4: 1,500-3,500 pounds.
• Nissan Rogue: 1,500 pounds.
• Jeep Compass: 2,000 pounds.
• Volkswagen Tiguan: 1,500 pounds.

In a segment not known for heavy-duty hauling, the Equinox stands up well against the competition for your everyday towing needs. View the Chevrolet Equinox compares to the Hyundai Santa Fe as well in our blog.

Safety Considerations and Tips

Your Equinox must be properly equipped for towing. At Stan McNabb Chevrolet of Columbia, our parts department can provide all the towing accessories you need, including:

• Trailer hitch ball.
• Seven-way trailer wiring electrical adapter.
• Trailer wiring harness adapters.
• Trailer hitch coupler lock.
• Trailer hitch trim bezel.

As mentioned above, the Equinox has a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 pounds. You need to consider the gross combination weight rating, which is the maximum allowed weight of the car and the loaded trailer, including passengers, cargo, and equipment. A simple formula to find the actual towing capacity is:

• Gross vehicle weight + gross trailer weight = gross combination weight.
• Gross combination weight – curb weight of towing vehicle = total towing capacity.

You can find the various ratings for your vehicle in the owners manual.

When you hook up your trailer, it’s important to make sure you have even weight distribution between the car and trailer, which should both sit level. Having the trailer load too far forward or back will create unstable towing conditions. The trailer load should also be evenly distributed from side to side.

Safe Towing

Whether you’re experienced at towing or a newbie, you should never be complacent when hauling a trailer. It takes longer to accelerate, change lanes, turn, and stop, so you need to anticipate potential problems well in advance. When changing lanes and turning, you need to allow for the extra length of the trailer. Anticipate stops sooner and earlier and brake more gently than normal. Parking and maneuvering can be a challenge with a trailer. Always try to park where you have an easy way out.

Regular Maintenance

Keeping to your car’s service schedule is important, but when you tow frequently, your vehicle is put under additional stress, so you may need to shorten your maintenance intervals. Your trailer will also require regular maintenance to keep you safe on the road. If you want advice about servicing and maintenance, ask the experts in our Stan McNabb Chevrolet service center.

Does the Equinox Meet Your Hauling Expectations?

So, there you have it. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is a compact SUV that meets the towing requirements of most drivers. At Stan McNabb Chevrolet of Columbia, Tennessee, we have all Equinox trim levels in our inventory to suit the needs of drivers from Columbia and the surrounding areas.

Browse our inventory of Equinox models online today and contact us to schedule a test drive. Or you can visit our conveniently located dealership for a closer look at our Equinox SUVs. Our friendly team is waiting to welcome you and serve your automotive needs.