Chevrolet Equinox LS, LT, Premier Trims & More

Since the 2025 redesign, the lineup has consisted of LT, RS and ACTIV. LT is the general-purpose trim, RS has a street-focused look and upgraded cabin equipment, and ACTIV uses rugged styling and distinct suspension tuning.

On Equinox models through 2024, LS is the straightforward entry trim. Later third-generation examples focus on essentials such as a 7-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED headlights and core driver assistance.

The L was the more stripped-back entry version in the years it appeared, including a special-order role for 2021. It was front-wheel drive only and had fewer convenience features. LS was the more typical starting trim for used shoppers.

On later third-generation models, LT adds everyday comfort and convenience rather than a different basic SUV. By 2024, it included heated front seats, a power liftgate, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

Since the 2025 redesign, LT has been the general-purpose Equinox. It pairs the 1.5-liter turbo engine with an 11.3-inch touchscreen, an 11-inch driver display, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and adaptive cruise control.

On newer Equinox models, RS keeps the LT's engine and displays but adds a sport-styled theme and more cabin equipment. Key upgrades include synthetic leather seating, a power driver's seat, dual-zone climate control and wireless phone charging.

Since 2025, ACTIV builds on the everyday LT formula with rugged body details, uniquely tuned suspension and synthetic leather with sueded microfiber seating. It also adds upper-trim conveniences such as dual-zone climate control and wireless charging.

Pick RS if you prefer street-focused styling, a flat-bottom steering wheel and synthetic leather seating. Pick ACTIV if you want rugged detailing, sueded seat material and its distinct suspension tuning. On newer models, both use the same 1.5-liter turbo engine.

No, not in recent lineups. RS uses the same 1.5-liter turbo engine as the other Equinox trims. Its differences center on appearance, seat materials, driver-seat adjustment, climate control and wireless charging rather than extra engine power.

On later third-generation models, Premier is the comfort-focused step above LT. Its defining upgrades include perforated leather-appointed seats, a hands-free power liftgate, heated steering wheel, wireless charging and memory for the driver's seat and mirrors.

They fill a similar role but belong to different eras. LTZ was the premium comfort trim before Chevrolet renamed it Premier for 2017. Both emphasize leather seating and added convenience, but their exact equipment differs by model year.

For models through 2024, LS is generally the straightforward essentials-first trim. Since the 2025 redesign, LT has become the starting trim and includes much larger displays, heated front seats and adaptive cruise control.

Premier is the comfort-focused choice on models through 2024, with leather-appointed seating and added convenience features. In the newer LT, RS and ACTIV lineup, RS and ACTIV add richer seat materials and dual-zone climate control, but there is no Premier trim.

No. The 2009 Sport was a true performance-oriented version with a 264-hp 3.6-liter V6, sport-tuned suspension and hydraulic steering. The RS name arrived much later and mainly identifies sport styling and added cabin equipment.