Is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox a BETTER new compact SUV than a Toyota RAV4?

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Күн бұрын

The Equinox is getting an all new look from Chevrolet for 2025. On the outside you will discover new sheet metal, 18in wheels, grill and LED lighting. On the inside there is an 11in infotainment screen, 11in digital gauge cluster and new materials. Under the hood is a 1.5L turbocharged inline-4 paired to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox a BETTER new compact SUV than a Toyota RAV4?
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@richardgivens9845 Ай бұрын

Wow, Chevy decided to turn Equinox into something I want to drive instead of phoning in a bland rental car. Great job Raiti team, you guys are awesome!

@GRAFHC Ай бұрын

I don't know who General Motors hired a few years ago but I have to say, they are killing it with their new model designs... across the lineup everything they're pumping out is a home run right now. If they can demonstrate good reliability in the next couple of years then I think it's time to buy a whole bunch of stock.

@jeffs6090 Ай бұрын

Really? This has the overplayed floating roof design. Crappy Nissan started that over 10 years ago. This also has the ugly split headlight design copied by everyone, now the Equinox. Definitely nothing that screams "killing it" with design.

@GRAFHC Ай бұрын

@@jeffs6090 I dont know, looks pretty slick to me, inside and out. But it's not just this, look at the new GMC Canyon, or the Buick Envista... GMC is pumping out great looking vehicles right now.

@dadoo985 Ай бұрын

They hired designer from BMW

@24BlackMamba8 23 күн бұрын

Yeah these designs are 🔥🔥🔥. Makes me want to go back to Chevrolet. Hopefully they have made them reliable. Moved away from Chevy after dealing with my Chevy Malibu and the money pit it became.

@jonjonsshreds3312 Ай бұрын

Damn Joe thank you for bringing us a car 20,000 years from now!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I do whatever it takes 😂

@blizzardice06 Ай бұрын

20245? Didn’t know Raiti had a Time Machine 😂 keep up the great videos

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You got it man

@Nativeindi123 Ай бұрын

Raiti, I remember in 2005 my great grandma got her a new Equinox and I remember how much she enjoyed driving it up until she couldn’t anymore but then I was driving her around. It’s amazing how far the look and interior has come. I like to think she would be wanting one of these so quick!

@thefray123 Ай бұрын

Confirmed- Joe is a time traveler from the future.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I would go to the past if that is the case.

@obfidkwm Ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides If your from the future than than this is the past to you 🤔🤔

@EdWoodson.45 Ай бұрын

If anyone got their hands on Doc Brown's DeLorean it's Joe. I just know it.☝🏽😎

@ltdasilva93 Ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides I feel that brodie

@mclarenspeedtail8988 Ай бұрын

As yes the 20245 Chevrolet Equinox, much better than the RAV4 👍 (There's a slight error in the video title)

@shareefAhmadi416 Ай бұрын

Do u compare the reliability too or just the look 😂

@ChrisFromFloriduh Ай бұрын

@@shareefAhmadi416this is the right comment, lol. I’m picking up a new RAV4 Saturday and I’m a GM employee lol.

@jamisonz3365 Ай бұрын

@@ChrisFromFloriduhI also work for a GM subsidiary company. After owning both a GM vehicle and a Toyota one I personally would never choose a GM over Toyota in compact vehicle segments again.

@pfwww12 Ай бұрын

Raiti I have to use all caps..GM IS ON FIRE! 30K FOR THIS TOYOTA KILLER? WOW! THE INTERIOR DESIGN IS PREMIUM GALORE. LOOK AT THAT CENTER INFOTAINMENT ANGLE. DIFFERENT AND INNOVATIVE GM🔥 THAT TRAVERSE LOOKS CRAZY DOPE. YES AMERICA!!!!!!!🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m so glad that you are enjoying this one!

@curtbrackenrich7883 Ай бұрын

I like the redesign too but if that thing is $30,000 I'll eat my hat. By the way I'm wearing a hat. GM, well they all do this actually, has a bad habit of understating the price and then coming in thousands above what they promised

@noahcrust2903 Ай бұрын

Just wish they were more reliable

@murrynathan Ай бұрын

That finger you smashed is looking better. Hope you don’t loose the nail. Great review as always!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

It’s healing very nicely! Thanks for caring about me!

@user-vo4wu7to6d Ай бұрын

Looks way better than the RAV4.

@nwing07__ Ай бұрын

yeah they absolutely nailed this one. The only downfall is that anemic 1.5 engine. really wish they offered a 2.0L option.

@suzanneflowers2230 Ай бұрын

I love the color combo of cactus green, black, and white.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m glad that you like it Suzanne

@jayewilliams5921 Ай бұрын

Bro getting cars from the future.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

When your good, your good

@MarcoGallo-ud8qd Ай бұрын

Love the review, Joe keep up the great work you and Laurie and team like always and have an awesome upcoming weekend and happy Friday in advance, my friend.

@dominickirkwood Ай бұрын

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

@aliciareaves3193 Күн бұрын

My dealer ordered mine today, this will be my 3rd equinox but by far, the one I’m most excited for. I’ve owned many vehicles over the years but the equinox has always offered more bang for your buck. The RS model will be available in 2 tone and 20” tires are an option as well 🥰

@stevenangelo737 Ай бұрын

Joe, everytime i see this new 2025 Equinox i want one. Did you hear we're also going to get a plug in hybrid version? It's currently being made in China and GM just announced that PHEV's are coming to N/A. Thank you to you and Lori for another great video!

@kelvinburton3454 Ай бұрын

Does the rear seat recline? Does the front passenger seat fold forward like the Trailblazer or GMC Terrain?

@crazedxfighter Ай бұрын

chevy really stepping it up for the modern times.

@toner37 Ай бұрын

having done more of my own online research for this 2025 Equinox since I first heard of it a few months back. The panoramic sunroof is an option according to the Chevrolet Canada website. All 3 trims will have that option. Personally, I think sunroofs can be overrated with it's pro/cons. But as you've mentioned it is a pre-production model. But overall I am liking this all new inside and out design. The heated seats and steering wheel being standard across the board will be a key selling feature for sure.

@Doransdomain Ай бұрын

That new model from the future 20245.

@AdamSmith-po5pd 25 күн бұрын

Wow that’s a huge improvement over the current look. We went with the Terrain because I just couldn’t look at another mini van looking Equinox.

@Avatar1946 Ай бұрын

Like the look. Great refresh !

@suzanneflowers2230 Ай бұрын

The front and back end styling is wonderful. And the rear wiper can stay there because the rear view camera is outstanding in Chevys.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Very good point!

@rachelt.2872 Ай бұрын

Do you know what kind of sound system it comes with?

@davis6123 Ай бұрын

I’m hoping we get the hybrid version soon! This thing looks great

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

We will see if they have a hybrid version

@YalaTV Ай бұрын

This will be my 3rd Equinox! Such a great vehicle! The interior space is always impressive for such a smaller segment.

@jonathanrodriguez6376 Ай бұрын

GM is outstanding for the 4th Generation and Redesigned Equinox.💯💯🙌🏻🙌🏻🔥🔥 And Joe Raiti is a true stud!💯💯🔥🔥

@Bowhunters6go8xz6x Ай бұрын

Awesome looking SUV and it has a lot of cargo room even with the 2nd row up, if you are even close on the price these should sell like hotcakes ! Great review and video Joe and Steven !

@christopherdigiuseppe5396 Ай бұрын

20245 equinox? It really is the future of cars

@bradturner3361 Ай бұрын

Man GM is WAY ahead of the game!!

@angelscarreviews6094 Ай бұрын

They forgot the sunroof 🤷🏻‍♂️ Not a big mistake. Also, the ACTIV cloth stitch leather seats look very nice.

@xNeptune1 Ай бұрын

Sun roof will be optional

@angelscarreviews6094 Ай бұрын

@@xNeptune1 Yep, Sometimes Chevrolet may forgot to put on sunroofs on each brand new vehicle. But it's very common and whole guaranteed.

@mickeybrumfield764 Ай бұрын

Good job Joe there at the Chevy suv lineup of presenting this Equinox Activ to us.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You are so very welcome

@EdWoodson.45 Ай бұрын

"Roads? Where we're going you don't need roads." I knew Joe got a hold to that DeLorean 😆

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

LOL You are awesome Ed!

@brandonwhite9591 Ай бұрын

Nice ride

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m glad that you are liking this Equinox

@lucasS0724 Ай бұрын

Well RS and Activ are both top trims

@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790 Ай бұрын

Yeah of course Joe & can't wait to buy one.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Fantastic my firend.

@c2meyo 10 күн бұрын

i wanna buy 2025 Equinox...beautiful car

@Symon_First Ай бұрын

Much Respect to Joe & Raiti Rides Production bc it's HOT as F🤬 outside. Pollen level is adding to struggle. 👏🏽💯👏🏽#RaitiRides 💯👏🏽💯

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That means the world my friend!

@shokhrukhgulomov4923 Ай бұрын

How is it already summer in mid April in Atlanta?😮

@koven1497 Ай бұрын

For the price and what they’re offering, it’s not a bad deal. Wish they’d eliminate gloss and give it a slightly bigger engine. Not as reliable as a RAV4 or CRV, but it’s a massive improvement from the previous Equinox. Just concerned about reliability.

@bradturner3361 Ай бұрын

Good to know we still have ICE 20k years from now

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Tell me about it

@rodolfoperez4156 Ай бұрын

20245? Raiti's got the hookups on future pre-releases way in advance!! Jk 😁 love your channel.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You crack me up! 😂

@stevedouglas8457 12 күн бұрын

I like the new Equinox alot I currently own a 2021 Equinox. Diffently getting the 2025. And much better then the rav 4

@carlosjnunez1322 Ай бұрын

Yes looks much better than rav4

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m glad that you are thinking so Carlos

@rickjames6867 Ай бұрын

It seems to be a wonderful crossover. ✌️💙

@Darkvirgo88xx Ай бұрын

The 1.5L works in the Malibu but definitely not in any sort of suv. The turbo is basically a engine ornament because it really does nothing for numbers but maybe a tiny bit in torque.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That’s an excellent

@kelvinburton3454 Ай бұрын

Like your videos. You can get 2 tone paint on other trims according to Chevy's website.

@charlieherring8458 Ай бұрын

20245? Damn, time sure does fly.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

The older you get the faster it goes.

@Benjamin06267485 Ай бұрын

LOVE THE 20245. IT SHOULD COST THAT. 😂😂😂 Hope the engines doesn’t quit at 50k miles 😂😂😂

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Fingers crossed they do

@joshuagraham3222 Ай бұрын

Huge improvement over the outgoing model.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You are so very right about that Josh

@cassidybb10 Ай бұрын

That's a high mount review camera. Haven't seen one up so high. Wonder how it looks on the dash.

@Xxlittl3mAnxX 19 күн бұрын

They should have brought back the 2.0t as option.. I have it in my 2020 terrain and absolutely love it.. shame the stopped using them

@Dr.PussNballs Ай бұрын

Thanks Raiti crew! Hope youre gonna do the rest of that lineup as well

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I sure am so please stay tuned

@genevawilkerson4245 5 күн бұрын

I drove a 2024 chevy equnox and loved it. What is better about the 2025?

@suzanneflowers2230 Ай бұрын

The interior is great in every respect (does need a sunroof, tho). Chevy designers have been working hard, and it shows.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Sunroof for sure

@portcybertryx222 Ай бұрын

GM is going the Hyundai route and absolutely killing it with the design especially with the Cadillacs. Love to see that.

@43v3rn00b Ай бұрын

sunroof is a MUST!

@JVC679 Ай бұрын

I was Grad in 1994 too!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

c/o 94 RULES!

@wolfshanze5980 Ай бұрын

I'm class of 1985 you youngins.

@JVC679 Ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides graduated at Burnaby South Secondary School

@DaniTheNachoPirate Ай бұрын

I think the theory with the rear seats is to fold them from inside the rear doors. Overall these recent crossovers from everyone have been great looking spectacles 👍 .

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

This is very true

@Lsantiago21 22 сағат бұрын

Will these have super cruise?

@joescheraldi9022 Ай бұрын

Does it come with a spare tire?

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That is. Great question

@212helpdesk 29 күн бұрын

I had purchased two brand new equinoxs in the past, 2014 then traded in for a 2018. I was very happy with them but I put on a lot of miles for work. Recently traded in for a 2023 Kia Sportage. So far the Kia is pretty nice, but too soon to call it.

@omarcortes5754 Ай бұрын

Thiis Equinox is quite pretty, nice for the city but I have mixed feeling with the engine. I think I'd go for the RAV4.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Very good way to put it Omar

@linhunnicutt6556 Ай бұрын

I’d rather have the RAV 4.

@gregkramer5588 Ай бұрын

@@linhunnicutt6556 It depends on pricing for me. The loaded Rav4 is nearing the mid 40s!

@waltchan 23 күн бұрын

RAV4 is a 2019 design, 6 years older than new 2025 Equinox.

@mystictk4149 22 күн бұрын

Gotta catch up haha, I'm a couple weeks behind.

@suespony Ай бұрын

Well, nice first look at this 2025, I guess I don't understand why your not allowed to even start it. Looking forward to seeing more about it, namely seeing it run and drive, as well as gas milage and price.

@Sam-oz4vw Ай бұрын

Great job as usual. Question. Is Chevy planning a Traverse SS (with a more powerful performance engine)? I saw a KZfaq video and would like to confirm because that would make me buy a Traverse.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I doubt that is going to happen. They are downsizing engines.

@davidp2888 Ай бұрын

Hope you're doing well, Joe!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Thank you David! Same to you man!

@davonne225 Ай бұрын

RS should be the top trim in my opinion, major zonk for no panoramic roof for sure. Interior is on point

@seabicuit7247 Ай бұрын

The design of the interior and exterior is my favorite of the compact suv segment, but I wish they’d do at least a 2.5 engine. I don’t know how reliable the turbo charged engines are.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

An engine upgrade would be nice

@b.lemire7453 Ай бұрын

The Equinox finally doesn't look hideous anymore. I couldn't believe the last generation's design made it off the design board never mind into production. It's not part of this video (except for a brief mention) but the design of the new Trex is really, really good--more of that please. The interior of the Equinox is very plain (seats look good though) but I guess that's the norm at this price point. I wonder why the interior wheel hump in the back is so much larger on the driver side than on the passenger side. Thanks, Joe

@midnitestate Ай бұрын

My guess is for a sub wolfer on higher end trims, but it does look really strange

@josholson1898 27 күн бұрын

Did they give you an mpg estimate?

@RaitisRides 27 күн бұрын

Nothing yet Josh

@magnoliap5824 Ай бұрын

Wow Chevy is really making some great looking vehicles. But 175 horsepower. 😮

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I know how you feel!

@GabrielleBarrios18 Ай бұрын

Yeah no sunroof at this price point is wild

@riversclarke8772 Ай бұрын

raiti, pricing is listed now, but no build option yet!

@genevawilkerson4245 5 күн бұрын

Why no leather interior?

@swlancaster1964 12 күн бұрын

Reliability is important. Toyota usually wins.

@jasmineaugust4450 Ай бұрын

you can get the 2 toned in the other bodies too

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

No you can not

@coalex9114 Ай бұрын

good review！ it will be game changer, the price will be fair In China GM launch it to market with 1.5T PHEV version, named "Equinox plus" 149900-179900rmb =20700USD-249000USD 102km-155KM ev-driven range 0-62mph:6.8s

@kylepiccoli4762 20 күн бұрын

According to Chevy’s website, the LT will start at $28,600 and the RS and ACTIV will both start at $33,000

@brydcsd 20 күн бұрын

the facade looks like a new-gen Mitsubishi Outlander.

@minipandora22 Ай бұрын

Very nice #Chevy

@dalecackowski9259 Ай бұрын

The Black badging is definitely worth at least another 4 horsepower and 7 ft-lb. of torque.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I like the way you think!

@ltdasilva93 Ай бұрын

The front gives Mitsubishi RVR hints...

@iknowyou5391 Ай бұрын

Please review also Lexus NX350 F SPORT 2024. Thank you.

@tonyw2167 Ай бұрын

Nice styling but look forward to seeing their hybrid powertrain as promised by the GM CEO so this car can have a real chance to compete with the sales leaders of this competitive class of SUVs

@mlhscanada1069 14 сағат бұрын

The low HP killed it

@claybirdyshaw5737 Ай бұрын

Don't zonk for no sunroof. I'm sure it is an option. There are people like me who will never buy a vehicle that has a sunroof. It's just extra complexity and they are known to leak and ruin your headline. As long as it's optional they can provide something for everyone.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

It should be standard on the top trim.

@anasg5791 Ай бұрын

1.5 L is a dealbreaker for me!!

@trandizzle5 Ай бұрын

I had the 2005 equinox with the v6 engine

@princevashishth9831 Ай бұрын

and

@kshitijrajpoot9165 Ай бұрын

"I want a chevy cuz I was born in a chevy" His humor is unmatched😂

@richardwalther6229 28 күн бұрын

Looks just like the Traverse, but without that goofy long wheelbase look.

@jimmyr1683 Ай бұрын

Could you lay down in the back with the hatch closed?

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

HUH?

@jimmyr1683 Ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides check the length of the cargo area. Could someone sleep in there like for camping

@Fyahking619 Ай бұрын

I get to save my $$ for the next 20000 years for this futuristic car. I can ony afford $30k, so i shoud have enough by that time.

@tgc4204 29 күн бұрын

I wish they can make a Chevy PHEV Equinox like the Volt which has 53 purely electric miles..

@Nostaljikone Ай бұрын

Are these CVTs trustworthy or ticking time bombs? Thanks EPA...

@taydru36 Ай бұрын

Now if they can bring the Blazer in line with everything else.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m sure they are working on it

@GeorgeGeo 18 күн бұрын

This should have Hybrid power to compete IMO.. needs around 36-38 MPG and it would really compete.

@jeffs6090 Ай бұрын

We're past girl scout cookie sales. Mine are all gone.😢😢😢

@oonwing Ай бұрын

Hopefully getting on for dedicated Uber....wish me luck!!

@shawnharris7747 Ай бұрын

Its nice but man why they wont give it engine options they use too offer 2 now its just been one since 19 kinda sad

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Trust me I feel your pain on the power plants!

@SpaceyZee Ай бұрын

Joe is living in the future. We got left in the past.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I like the way you put that