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id: what-engine-does-the-2026-chevrolet-equinox-have-and-how-fuel-efficient-is-it
title: "What engine does the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox have, and how fuel-efficient is it?"
category: faq
subtopic: equinox-engine-efficiency
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.markquartmotors.com/research/chevrolet/equinox.htm"
tags: ["performance", "fuel economy", "engine specs"]
questions:
  - "What's the engine in the 2026 Equinox?"
  - "How many MPG does the Equinox get?"
  - "What are the horsepower and torque specs?"
related: [equinox-safety, equinox-vs-competitors, equinox-tech]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox is powered by a standard 1.5L turbocharged engine that delivers 175 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. It achieves impressive fuel economy, with EPA ratings of 26 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway, paired with a smooth 6-speed automatic transmission.

A new standard drive mode selector lets you customize performance for different driving conditions-helpful whether you're commuting in town or tackling highway trips. Combined with its efficient turbo design, the Equinox helps you spend less time refueling while enjoying quick acceleration and steady handling.

Ready to experience that balance of power and efficiency? Schedule a test drive at Markquart Motors in Chippewa Falls, WI by calling (715) 833-0444, or browse our current Equinox inventory online.