The Chevrolet Equinox EV is GM's mainstream electric crossover success story, delivering 300+ miles of range, strong tech, and a refined driving experience at a price point ($23k-$32k after incentives) that undercuts most EV competitors. Early owners are enthusiastic about value, Google-native infotainment, and Super Cruise availability. The biggest functional compromises are slow DC fast charging (38-40 min 10-80%) and no smartphone mirroring. A water leak issue affected early production but has an active recall/fix. With under a year of real-world ownership data, long-term reliability is unproven, but initial quality appears solid and the value proposition is compelling for buyers who can charge at home.
Genesis built the GV70 to punch above its weight class, and it mostly lands the hits. The 3.5T variant is genuinely quick, the rear-biased AWD makes it more engaging than most crossovers in this segment, and the cabin feels richer than the sticker price suggests. But there's a fuel economy penalty, expect 15-24 mpg combined with a 15.9-gallon tank that'll have you stopping often. More concerning: AC evaporator failures have surfaced across multiple owners, and Genesis makes you try a cheaper o-ring fix first before authorizing the $5000 evaporator replacement. Dealership service quality swings wildly depending on location. Buy this if you've got a competent Genesis dealer within reasonable distance and value driving dynamics over efficiency. Skip it if you need bulletproof reliability or your nearest service center is a road trip away.