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The 2015 Equinox with the 2.4-liter Ecotec engine and six-speed automatic transmission hits 182 horsepower and delivers real-world highway fuel economy around 26–28 mpg, which owners appreciate on road trips. The second-generation interior feels more upscale than the first, with a touchscreen infotainment standard on LT and LTZ trims, and the cabin is genuinely quiet at highway speeds because of thicker door seals added that model year.
The 2015 Equinox's transmission can develop hesitation or shudder between 80k and 130k miles, especially during light acceleration or shifting from Park to Drive—Chevrolet issued technical service bulletins but never a full recall. Paint peeling on the hood and roof is common by 100k miles, starting as small chips that spread fast. Water pooling inside the tailgate handle pocket causes corroded switches around 90k miles.
Under 80k miles: $11,500–$14,200. 80k–140k miles: $9,200–$12,100. Over 140k miles: $7,500–$10,200. Higher trims (LTZ) and accident-free Carfax reports command the top of each band; flood or severe paint history drops the price 15–20 percent.
Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.
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