The Chevrolet Equinox Plus is the first plug-in hybrid mid-size SUV under SAIC-GM Chevrolet, officially launched on April 25, 2024, with a price range of 149,900 to 179,900 RMB. It stands out as a cost-effective option among joint-venture plug-in hybrid SUVs in the 150,000 RMB class, thanks to its powerful PHEV powertrain, class-leading space performance, and rich configurations.
The Equinox Plus comes standard with a plug-in hybrid system consisting of an Ecotec 1.5T hybrid engine and a 2-speed DHT transmission, paired with a lithium iron phosphate battery. It offers two pure electric range versions: 102km (CLTC) and 155km (CLTC) .
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Power Parameters: The engine has a rated power of 132kW, the electric motor a maximum power of 140kW, and the system's combined power reaches 272kW (370 horsepower) with a peak torque of 565N·m. It accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in just 6.8 seconds, and its acceleration performance remains close to the full-charge level even in feed-in power mode.
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Range and Fuel Consumption: The combined range with a full tank of fuel and full charge exceeds 1,000km. The WLTC combined fuel consumption in feed-in power mode is approximately 5.97-6.13L/100km . Daily commuting in pure electric mode costs only a few cents per kilometer, resulting in extremely low driving costs.
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Practical Functions: Equipped with a 3.3kW external discharge function, it can meet the electricity needs for camping and outdoor activities.
As a mid-size SUV, the Equinox Plus has dimensions of 4653×1902×1714/1728mm and a wheelbase of 2730mm, balancing family use and practicality.
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Riding Space: Featuring a flat rear floor design, passengers over 1.8 meters tall can easily cross their legs in the back seat, and three people can travel comfortably without feeling cramped.
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Storage Space: The regular trunk volume is 648L, which can accommodate 4 28-inch suitcases plus a stroller. When the rear seats are folded down, the maximum expandable volume reaches 1619L. The vehicle also offers 25 scattered storage spaces inside, with detailed designs tailored to family needs.
The Equinox Plus is available in two exterior and interior styles: RS and ACTIV, offering "100,000-class price with 200,000-class experience" in terms of configurations.
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Exterior Design: It adopts elements such as a glossy black floating roof, 19-inch glossy black ten-spoke wheels, and diamond-cut LED taillights. The RS version leans towards a sporty style, while the ACTIV version incorporates off-road elements.
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Interior and Intelligence: Standard equipment includes a dual-screen setup with an 11-inch full LCD instrument cluster and an 11.3-inch central control screen, powered by the Qualcomm SA8155P chip . It supports dual-zone voice control, wireless CarPlay, and wireless charging. Notably, it is the first model to mass-produce AI large model functionality, providing AI interaction, travel assistant, and other services.
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Safety and Comfort: Equipped with the L2-level ADAS intelligent driving assistance system (including 25 active safety functions), Auto Parking Assist (APA), and 360-degree panoramic image . High-end models also feature a panoramic sunroof, hands-free power tailgate, ANC active noise cancellation, heated/ventilated front seats, and 121-color ambient lighting.
The Equinox Plus offers four models, with differences in range and configurations across versions. Cash discounts and trade-in subsidies are available in some regions, making the actual purchase price even more favorable :