2017 Chevrolet Equinox — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox

Owners love the 2017 Equinox's 1.5L turbo engine paired with the six-speed automatic—it delivers around 170 horsepower while hitting 26 mpg highway, which matters when you're driving between shifts at two jobs. The interior is spacious enough to haul groceries and a friend's couch without feeling cramped, and the touchscreen works without constant freezing like some competitors that year.

Common complaints and known issues

The transmission can shudder or hesitate between gears around 60k–90k miles, a known issue in 2017 models with the six-speed automatic. Paint peeling on the hood and roof panels shows up by 70k miles, especially on silver and white finishes. Some owners report the water pump failing around 100k miles, which costs $400–$600 to replace and leaves you stranded if it goes while driving.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $14,500–$17,200. 80k–140k miles: $11,800–$14,900. Over 140k miles: $8,500–$11,200. Higher trims (LT and Premier) hold value better than LS, and clean Carfax history adds $1,500–$2,000 to any band.

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.