Used 2018 Chevrolet Equinox
- Price: $16,595
- Mileage: 125,299 miles
- Location: Columbus, OH
- VIN: 2GNAXJEV2J6330684
Used 2018 Chevrolet Equinox for sale in Columbus, OH — $16,595, 125,299 miles. The Equinox is one of Chevrolet's best-selling SUVs: practical, comfortable and widely available used. Buy Here Pay Here financing available. See photos and details, and get pre-approved online.
About the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox
2018 Chevrolet Equinox at a glance
The 2018 Equinox was fully redesigned, smaller and lighter, with turbocharged engines only: a 170-hp 1.5L turbo (6-speed automatic, about 26/32 mpg FWD), a 252-hp 2.0L turbo with a 9-speed automatic, or a 137-hp 1.6L turbodiesel (about 28/39 mpg FWD). Smartphone integration and stop-start are standard. Some 2018s were recalled for a front driveshaft, so check the VIN.
- Engines: 1.5 liter turbo I4 170 hp 203 lb ft; 2.0 liter turbo I4 252 hp 260 lb ft; 1.6 liter turbodiesel I4 137 hp 240 lb ft
- Transmissions: 6 speed automatic 1 5t and diesel; 9 speed automatic 2.0T
- Drivetrain: Front wheel drive; All wheel drive available
- Body style: 5 door compact crossover SUV
What changed:
- All new smaller third generation
- Turbocharged engines only
- New 1.6 liter turbodiesel option
- Apple carplay android auto and stop start standard
- AWD with driver selectable disconnect
What to inspect: Open recalls by VIN; Exact engine resolution by VIN; Driveshaft and accumulator recall completion; 1.5 liter turbo coolant level and leaks; Engine stop start operation; Transmission shift quality; Driver assistance sensors and cameras; AWD engagement and matched tires if equipped; Suspension and tires; Brakes; Maintenance history.
Known issues to check on a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox
- Third-Generation Driveshaft, Fuel Tank and Fuel Pump Recalls (2018–2022)
Several recalls apply to specific third-generation builds: a 2018 right front intermediate driveshaft that may fracture (17V-516), a 2019-2020 AWD fuel-tank seam that may leak (19V-667), and a 2021-2022 fuel pump module that may not supply enough fuel (23V-013).
What to do: Run the VIN and have any open recall completed before purchase. - Transmission Stop/Start Accumulator Recall (2018-2020) (2018–2020)
Recall 20V-668 covers certain 2018-2020 Equinoxes: the transmission's stop/start accumulator end cap may be missing bolts, which can leak transmission fluid. Dealers inspect and replace it if needed, at no charge.
What to do: Confirm this recall is complete on an affected Equinox. - 1.6L Diesel Emissions Equipment (2018-2019) (2018–2019)
The 2018-2019 Equinox diesel uses a diesel particulate filter and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). It is a low-volume engine, so emissions-system repairs and parts can be costly or slow, and short-trip driving can cause filter problems.
What to do: Scan for emissions codes and review service records before buying an Equinox diesel. - AWD System and Tire Matching (2011–2026)
AWD Equinoxes should be checked for smooth engagement and properly matched tires. Third-generation models let the driver switch AWD off; mismatched tire sizes or wear can stress AWD components.
What to do: Make sure all four tires match and test AWD operation on the drive. - Equinox vs. Equinox EV and GMC Terrain (2011–2026)
The Equinox EV (2024 and later) is a separate battery-electric vehicle that shares only the name. The GMC Terrain is a related sibling with different styling and equipment. Equinox engines also changed sharply by generation: 2.4L/V6 (2011-2017), 1.5T/2.0T/diesel (2018-2024) and 1.5T with CVT or 8-speed (2025-2026).
What to do: Confirm generation, engine and whether the vehicle is an Equinox EV by VIN before comparing.
Recall applicability varies by model year, production date, engine, drivetrain and VIN. Check the VIN for current open recalls and completed remedies.
Chevrolet Equinox research: recalls, reliability and buyer's guide