How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Chevrolet Equinox EV

2LT configuration with home-charging cost benchmarks, state-by-state electricity comparisons, and practical monthly planning metrics.

Battery

85 kWh

Range

319 mi

Efficiency

3.2 mi/kWh

MSRP

$34,795

Chevrolet Equinox EV is a high-interest model for drivers moving from compact SUVs into their first EV. In real budgeting, charging mix is the main lever. At the current home benchmark ($0.18/kWh), 1,000 miles is about $55.90. At a full public-charging pattern ($0.45/kWh), the same mileage is about $139.75.

Ideal For
  • First-time EV households comparing Equinox EV operating cost against gas compact SUVs.
  • Drivers planning mostly-home charging and looking for stable monthly cost.
  • Apartment or mixed-charging users estimating how much public charging changes the budget.
  • Buyers who want crossover utility without truck-level charging spend.

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Cost to Charge Chevrolet Equinox EV at Home

Home charging snapshot using the current U.S. residential rate of $0.18/kWh.

Electricity rate used
$0.18/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
31.1 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$5.59
Cost per full charge
$15.30
Home cost (1,000 miles)
$55.90
Home cost (12,000 miles/year)
$670.81

Home Charging Breakdown

Electricity needed (1,000 miles): 311 kWh

Electricity needed (12,000 miles): 3,727 kWh

Daily home charging cost (1,000-mile month): $1.86

EPA range per full charge: 319 miles

Cost to Charge Chevrolet Equinox EV at Public Charging Stations

100% public charging snapshot using $0.45/kWh.

Public rate used
$0.45/kWh
Energy use per 100 miles
31.1 kWh
Cost per 100 miles
$13.98
Cost per full charge
$38.25
Public cost (1,000 miles)
$139.75
Public cost (12,000 miles/year)
$1,677.02

Public Charging Breakdown

Daily public charging cost (1,000-mile month): $4.66

Extra monthly cost vs home: $83.85 higher

Extra annual cost vs home: $1,006.21 higher

Compared to gas baseline: spend $244.70/year more

Seasonal Charging Cost: Chevrolet Equinox EV

Mainstream pack profile (60-100 kWh). This band reflects most U.S. EVs. Seasonal cost variance is usually moderate, with trip pattern and charging timing as the largest levers.

Planning heuristic (not a universal rule). Reviewed monthly. Sources: AAA EV temperature testing; U.S. DOE weather and fuel-economy guidance; Recurrent model-level seasonal behavior datasets.

Winter factor range

+12% to +30%

Factor band: 1.12x-1.30x baseline.

Summer factor range

+5% to +12%

Factor band: 1.05x-1.12x baseline.

Estimated home monthly cost (1,000 miles)

Winter: $62.61-$72.67

Summer: $58.70-$62.61

Estimated public monthly cost (1,000 miles)

Winter: $156.52-$181.68

Summer: $146.74-$156.52

Precondition when plugged in and calibrate with one full winter and summer billing cycle.

Need detailed seasonal budgeting methods? Read the Winter EV Charging Cost Guide and Summer EV Charging Cost Guide.

Charging Costs by State

Top 5 cheapest states for Chevrolet Equinox EV: North Dakota, Arkansas, Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska

StateRateMonthly CostAnnual CostRank
North Dakota$0.11/kWh$34.16$409.94#1
Arkansas$0.12/kWh$37.27$447.20#2
Idaho$0.12/kWh$37.27$447.20#3
Missouri$0.12/kWh$37.27$447.20#4
Nebraska$0.12/kWh$37.27$447.20#5
Oklahoma$0.12/kWh$37.27$447.20#6
Iowa$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#7
Kentucky$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#8
Louisiana$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#9
Montana$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#10
Nevada$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#11
North Carolina$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#12
South Dakota$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#13
Tennessee$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#14
Utah$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#15
Washington$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#16
Wyoming$0.13/kWh$40.37$484.47#17
Georgia$0.14/kWh$43.48$521.74#18
Kansas$0.14/kWh$43.48$521.74#19
Mississippi$0.14/kWh$43.48$521.74#20
Arizona$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#21
Florida$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#22
Minnesota$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#23
New Mexico$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#24
Oregon$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#25
South Carolina$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#26
Virginia$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#27
West Virginia$0.15/kWh$46.58$559.01#28
Alabama$0.16/kWh$49.69$596.27#29
Colorado$0.16/kWh$49.69$596.27#30
Indiana$0.16/kWh$49.69$596.27#31
Texas$0.16/kWh$49.69$596.27#32
Delaware$0.17/kWh$52.80$633.54#33
Illinois$0.17/kWh$52.80$633.54#34
Ohio$0.17/kWh$52.80$633.54#35
Wisconsin$0.18/kWh$55.90$670.81#36
Maryland$0.20/kWh$62.11$745.34#37
Michigan$0.20/kWh$62.11$745.34#38
Pennsylvania$0.20/kWh$62.11$745.34#39
New Jersey$0.23/kWh$71.43$857.14#40
Vermont$0.23/kWh$71.43$857.14#41
Connecticut$0.25/kWh$77.64$931.68#42
Alaska$0.26/kWh$80.75$968.94#43
New Hampshire$0.26/kWh$80.75$968.94#44
New York$0.27/kWh$83.85$1,006.21#45
Maine$0.30/kWh$93.17$1,118.01#46
Massachusetts$0.31/kWh$96.27$1,155.28#47
Rhode Island$0.31/kWh$96.27$1,155.28#48
California$0.35/kWh$108.70$1,304.35#49
Hawaii$0.42/kWh$130.43$1,565.22#50

How Long Does It Take to Charge?

Level 1 (120V outlet)

Speed: 3-4 miles/hour

Time to full: 54-71 hours

Best for: Overnight charging and low daily mileage

Level 2 (240V home)

Speed: 19-26 miles/hour

Time to full: 8-12 hours

Best for: Daily home charging

DC Fast Charging

Speed: up to 180 kW (110 miles in 15 min)

Time to 80%: about 31 minutes

Best for: Road trips and fast top-ups

Networks: Tesla Supercharger, Electrify America, EVgo

Full Specifications

Model Year2026
Trim2LT
Battery Size85 kWh
Range319 miles
Efficiency3.2 mi/kWh
Charging SpeedL1: 3-4 miles/hour; L2: 19-26 miles/hour; DC Fast: up to 180 kW (110 miles in 15 min)
Seating5 seats
Categorysuv
MSRP$34,795

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to charge a Chevrolet Equinox EV per month?

At $0.18/kWh home charging, Equinox EV is about $55.90 per 1,000 miles. At $0.45/kWh public charging, it is about $139.75 for the same monthly distance.

What is Equinox EV charging cost per 100 miles?

Using current benchmark assumptions, Equinox EV runs near $5.59 per 100 miles on home electricity and about $13.98 per 100 miles on full public charging.

How much more does public charging cost for Equinox EV?

Compared with home-first charging, full public charging is about $83.85 higher per month and about $1,006.21 higher per year for a 12,000-mile profile.

How long does Equinox EV take to charge at home and DC fast stations?

Typical planning windows are around 54-71 hours on Level 1, 8-12 hours on Level 2, and about 31 minutes to 80% on DC fast charging when battery and station conditions are favorable.

Can Equinox EV still save money versus gas each year?

Against a 25 MPG gas baseline at $2.98/gal, Equinox EV saves about $761.51 per year at home-rate assumptions.

Who is Chevrolet Equinox EV best suited for?

Equinox EV is a strong fit for mainstream crossover buyers who can do most charging at home and want predictable energy spend, with a 319-mile EPA range profile for daily use and regional trips.

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Cost assumptions: $0.18/kWh electricity,$2.98/gal gas, 25 MPG gas baseline, updated monthly.