Chevy Blazer EV vs Equinox EV In-Depth Build Quality Analysis - Not What I Expected!

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  • @havnfunb4
    @havnfunb4 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Wife has a 24 Equinox Ev 2LT AWD and I love that vehicle. I think it looks great and is comfortable and I love driving it. The sunroof is an option but wasn’t available initially with the early models. Volume controls on the back of the steering wheel also. Interior looks great lit up at night

  • @karensandberg6226
    @karensandberg6226 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    I bought the Blazer EV RS RWD with the 102 kWh battery for the extra range. It’s is such a nice ride. Previously I owned a 2023 Bolt.

    • @Andre-cj3ec
      @Andre-cj3ec 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      One of the few reasons to pick the Blazer over the Equinox is access to the bigger battery if you really need the extra range

    • @vvarLEADER
      @vvarLEADER 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      equinox has more range though.....319 miles

    • @karensandberg6226
      @karensandberg6226 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@vvarLEADER my Blazer with the 102 kWh battery get on paper 324 miles of range. I haven’t done any range test myself.

    • @dane9193
      @dane9193 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I did the same. Traded a 22 Bolt EUV that was the best car I ever owned and I loved! Thought for sure the Blazer would further improve upon what I loved about the EUV. I picked up my 2024 Blazer EV RS RWD Wednesday and it had a critical high voltage battery fault on the drive home and bricked. I've driven my brand new car less than 20 miles. It's been at the dealership ever since.

  • @Nebula1701
    @Nebula1701 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Those blue latches on the rear seats are two lock points so you can have the seat more upright or reclined while still being secure.

  • @Nebula1701
    @Nebula1701 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    The larger wheelbase in the Blazer allows for larger Motors for AWD and the SS Trim, also allows for the larger 12 Module battery while the Equinox only has enough for the 10 module.

  • @r5LgxTbQ
    @r5LgxTbQ 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    blue blazer / red equinox is tripping me up, opposite of all the press photos

  • @BruceDowns
    @BruceDowns หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I traded my 2023 Mini Cooper EV for the 2024 Blazer RS EV. Im so impressed. Including the 7500 credit i got almost 20k off the sticker. Im also happy with the trade in sale.

  • @davek4442
    @davek4442 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Fantastic review and I learned a lot from this review. Thanks

  • @jeffs6090
    @jeffs6090 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I would definitely choose the Equinox over the Blazer. Though, I'm waiting for the Optiq! When that comes out, I would love to see you do another direct comparison like this with Optiq and Lyriq.
    Also, in some respects, I feel you should do a short drive test. Build quality, which is what you're doing here, is really felt while driving. Sqeaks, rattles, and stiffness all speak directly to build quality.

    • @Andre-cj3ec
      @Andre-cj3ec 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I own the Equinox. Had considered the Optiq. If the Optiq interior is comparable to the current ICE Cadillac SUV, it's reasonable to expect that the interior and sound system of the Cadillac will be superior

    • @Andre-cj3ec
      @Andre-cj3ec 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Squeaks, rattle & stiffness. I had a loaner ICE 2023 Blazer while servicing my Equinox EV. IMO, the Equinox is superior. Also, handling of the AWD Equinox EV was more enjoyable than handling of the ICE Blazer and, obviously, the EV was much quieter

  • @JDCheng
    @JDCheng หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    28:52 "What the heck is going on here"... that's the space GM left for the two-stage reclining seat back in the second row. Pull up on the release and you can tilt the seat back further. It may be why at 49:09 the Blazer's rear seats feel better than the fronts (49:22 - "the seats feel very reclined back") - they're the "standard" rear seat while the fronts are the "cheap" LT versions.
    Ultimately, the reason for the existence of the Blazer is in the wheelbase - the RWD Blazer EV has the "big" 105kWh battery, which also has a higher DCFC rate.

  • @just4fun414
    @just4fun414 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I have a new 2025 Equinox EV AWD. I am really happy with the vehicle. It is loaded with features.

  • @jenslanger812
    @jenslanger812 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have the Equinox EV 2 RS FWD (mileage was more important to me than the 2 sec better acceleration in the AWD). I feel it is a really nicht and comfy ride, and I’m pretty happy with my purchase.

  • @TheCallie52809
    @TheCallie52809 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I bought the 2025 Equinox EV RS FWD in black-out, and I love it. I personally like more upgraded vehicles, but this will do for now as I learn more about owning and driving an EV - this is my first EV. The Cadillac Optiq would be more my style but I'll wait until 2026 model year for that. For now, I'm enjoying my Equinox EV as a daily driver.

  • @commonpatriot7595
    @commonpatriot7595 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have a 2024 Nox 2RS. Didn’t come with wireless phone charge, folding side mirrors, rain sensing wipers, dual climate control, no air flow seats, heated seats only up front, driver seat only powered, turn signal lights on side mirrors. I did a 2 year lease and don’t plan to keep it. But may purchase a newer one after lease is up.

  • @Mad4saxBrewery
    @Mad4saxBrewery 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Are the air vents from a 1965 chevy? I think I have seen them many years ago on a Chevy.

    • @Bfranklyn731
      @Bfranklyn731 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Camaro . It's ok

    • @Mad4saxBrewery
      @Mad4saxBrewery 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That must be where I saw them. My older brother drove a used Camaro in the 70's. He traded it in on a new Chevette during the gas shortages of the late 70's. Talk about one of the worst decisions anyone could ever make. LOL I would love to have that Camaro now!

  • @modquad18
    @modquad18 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Picked up a loaded ‘24 nox for $33,500, for that price, it’s the best value going imo. Especially when you consider it costs $22 to drive 1000 miles, home charged.

  • @alanbuck9237
    @alanbuck9237 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I think the equinox is really nice, but I’m not a fan of the powered door handles. I have a Hyundai with them. For one thing it screams to the world that the car is unlocked. And the other thing is, it’s just something else to break. Just give me the doorhandles like on the blazer, please.

  • @Ficon
    @Ficon 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    People think the hard part of building cars is 1000 hp. The hard part is actually making the doors fit correctly.

  • @rondpark
    @rondpark 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great reviews! Would like to see a 2025 Equinox EV LT (+ Convenience Package) vs 2024 ID.4 Pro/Pro S comparison, at similar price points. Also, with VWs "stop sale" as of November, I think VW will have some nice discounts when the ID.4 emerges, making pricing even more competitive with '25 Equinox EV.

  • @Bryantrincon413
    @Bryantrincon413 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I got the Equinox ev 2RS, and I love it! It's a Chevy, so you can't expect luxury-for that, you'd need a GMC or Cadillac.

  • @backdoormanintheend
    @backdoormanintheend 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks.

  • @godofdun
    @godofdun 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I did think the backseat of the Blazer was much larger when we tried it, but yeah outside of that very little difference. I feel like it would make more sense if more of the Blazer trims got the bigger battery. As it is the only one that does is the RS RWD.

  • @BensEcoAdvntr
    @BensEcoAdvntr 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’ve owned cars from Japanese and German companies. My ‘23 Bolt EUV has the best exterior fit and finish or any car I’ve had

  • @richardspitz3192
    @richardspitz3192 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for your videos. They’re super informative. Can you tell me what brand of lights do you have in your garage? I’m looking at redoing my garage and your lights have great illumination.

  • @KyleBrightman
    @KyleBrightman 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    46:15 First row is economy and Second row is the jump seat by the toilet that the flight attendants use.

    • @OutofSpecDetailing
      @OutofSpecDetailing  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I gotta use this 😂

    • @KyleBrightman
      @KyleBrightman 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ Also, the adage you use later should be “few and far between” (meaning that the thing being discussed is both rare and separated by large distances). Saying far and few between doesn’t make sense. Sorry, just a pet peeve of mine. Your content is always great and valuable.

  • @JonathanCholette
    @JonathanCholette 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Would you take an Equinox EV or an ID4?

  • @sjkrla
    @sjkrla 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks a lot for the video. I was looking for this. I was thinking that the Blazer is a bigger vehicle overall from a safety point of view, but I am nof sure if the difference is big. Btw, did you get a chance to test the base stereo system in both these vehicles? Are they any different?

  • @outby50
    @outby50 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Why would the press cars be perfect? Aren't they, by definition, among the very first off the line?

  • @yebo69
    @yebo69 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I wonder if one was meant for GMC but marketing realized "truckbros" wouldn't go for EV, so both ended up as Chevy.
    Perhaps the Equinox was actually meant to be Bolt replacement, but production costs came in too high.

  • @Abevlife
    @Abevlife 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Colton, these legacy manufacturers discount their cars a lot more than Tesla. So as perMSRP, it looks expensive but in real world it's lot more cheaper than Tesals

    • @XX-166
      @XX-166 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      AND BUILT BETTER

    • @pmomalley
      @pmomalley 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I bought my 2024 equinox LT with super cruise for about 35k. Went. From a model y. Much better ride and driving experience. Only thing I miss in the Tesla was speed. But really like my equinox. Would not go back to Tesla.

    • @brandonswan9247
      @brandonswan9247 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Maybe non tesla auto makers should stop playing games with the prices.

    • @Abevlife
      @Abevlife หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@brandonswan9247 all manufacturers play games. Tesla plays it openly. Also these MSRP are not really full prices with Tesla as they exclude destination charges. All the other manufactures are included in their MSRP. Hack $35k equinox EV includes destination charges of $1395.
      I have yet to see anyone complaining about Tesla not showing FULL price including destination on the main page. Also they charge you a non refundable 250 order fee. If you order via dealership, u will get it back if you don't purchase it

    • @XX-166
      @XX-166 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @ that’s the auto industry in general

  • @rmkep
    @rmkep 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your final thoughts are, "I'm confused". Thanks for sharing ...

  • @kens97sto171
    @kens97sto171 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The trims are not that complicated.. .LT.. 2LT , 3LT. RS.. etc.
    The map pockets.. well.. from the driver seat you cant reach behind to your own seat and get anything out.. the passenger side is usually where the pocket is better placed.. or have both. It was strange the Equinox had both and Blazer did not. But could be LT vs 2LT trim.
    I agree.. why do they have both of these when they are so similar. They did the same with the Bolt EV and EUV. 6 inches longer car... with only 3 inches more interior. WHY.. just make the EUV.. and not have two cars.
    Don't care about cheap felling plastics.. I will never touch.. like the top dash cover... BTW the thing you mentioned about heads up display.. but not That is the emergency brake warning.. they work VERY well.. It reflects onto the window and beeps... and will stop the car.. have it on my Bolt.. works great.
    Was impressed by the exterior build.. Looks nice.
    But I would get a Model Y for that money... but GM often has big discounts.

  • @Wittstock99
    @Wittstock99 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I traded my MYP for a Blazer RS and love it - some much nicer than the Tesla! The Blazer looks better, has more room and is overall better than the EQ - Who cares about the material - you don't touch that stuff at all.

  • @ojeje1
    @ojeje1 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I don’t blame the dog!

  • @bobdemott
    @bobdemott หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    First of all I drove Tesla's several years and with their cheaply built controls that broke and the weak frames that get stress cracks as well as fit lines that open up and gull wing doors that constantly go fail to open and shut right, they start out well and finish poorly. Now I owned a brand new EUV Bolt 2023 that Listed for $35,000.00 and cost me $25,00.00 out the door. Like my Porcha Macon that cost me $70,000.00 it has lane guidance and collusion guidance not assist. If was really great and the maintenance cost was through the roof. I traded it in on an 2025 Equinox Redline that listed for $47,000.00 and change. It has all the right stuff it has a wireless car charger in the center and that center design that you think is stupid is almost identical to my friends BMW that cost $150,000.00 and he love it as will as I do. I have owned and driven a lot of Cars in life and Chevy Equinox with it's 3 level charging is an out standing well built crossover. I love the dash as well and it is easy to keep clean, try cleaning a fancy dash like the one on our Lexus Crossover.

  • @Andre-cj3ec
    @Andre-cj3ec 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I own an Equinox 3LT. The interior is OK, but I often get the feeling that Chevrolet interiors materials are a bit cheap. My assumption is that this is for diffentiation with Cadillac. Kia/Hyundai are not as nice as Genesis, but they provide better value interiors for their price. It feels like Chevrolet deliberately cheapens their materials to justify the extra expense of the Cadillac. I'm happy with my Chevy, but agree GM should invest a bit more on interior materials

  • @iangardner2311
    @iangardner2311 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    More build quality reviews please.

  • @sparklander
    @sparklander 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So is the interior quality lower than your Kia EV6 or about the same?

  • @dennisknehans3206
    @dennisknehans3206 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the Equinox EV. Perfect for me❤

  • @Dwilsonmusic145
    @Dwilsonmusic145 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Why build two cars so similar. GM needs to make up their mind and be much more intentional with their car releases. Just like the bolt and bolt EUV there is no reason to have all this choice. Find the slice of the market you want and go after it!!!! There is a reason why the Model Y is the best selling car worldwide.

    • @diydrivenGA
      @diydrivenGA 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Exactly 💯

  • @musicpassion8548
    @musicpassion8548 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    THANK YOU!!! For mentioning the terrible front seats of blazer and the most important the terrible materials on the back doors!!! I watched 1000 reviews of these piece of crap cars and no one mentioned this. Honestly, I walked away immediately after seeing all this "beautiful" parts... This sound like a robbery for me. You did one of the best reviews, thanks!

    • @dennisknehans3206
      @dennisknehans3206 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There building to a price point.
      The equinox is awesome for me
      If you need something more premium.
      Buy the Cadillac Lyric.

    • @dennisknehans3206
      @dennisknehans3206 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Opinions are like ass holes.
      Everyone has one.

    • @musicpassion8548
      @musicpassion8548 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dennisknehans3206 They aren't cheap at all, if you're getting some options and not just metal-plastic box on the wheels. Equinox has pretty nice exterior (blazer is already looking old) but so cheep inside. Lyriq has a bit better quality but: has no frunk, super buggy charging port door, again, uncomfortable front seats and pretty small trunk. And yes, it's more expensive. All these points doesn't make lyriq a really premium car.

    • @musicpassion8548
      @musicpassion8548 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@dennisknehans3206 Oh yeah, you definitely have one bro! :)

  • @dandj8699
    @dandj8699 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The level of negative criticism is a bit over the top. These are not “premium” vehicles. And for the OTD prices we’re seeing, you’re asking for much more than any company could afford to put in an EV.

  • @hassendh9239
    @hassendh9239 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The door handles in the equinox feels cool but in real life with cold climate its not practical

  • @lp2260
    @lp2260 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Our equinox EV (2LT) is not great on fit, but was far from the worse on the lot. Seen a few where the doors pinch together badly. Definitely not anywhere near as good as even my F-150 XL work truck.

  • @1stfrompuertorico568
    @1stfrompuertorico568 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice stuff

  • @EVAddicted
    @EVAddicted 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Same nonsense GM logic that was in Bolt. I had 2020 Bolt LT and 2022 Bolt EUV premier. EUV was offering about 1-2 inches more space including the cargo. Ironically the bigger EUV has less rear seats headroom than the smaller BOLT EV

  • @rkgsd
    @rkgsd 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    In summary, Chevys have more precise panel alignment than Teslas!, but the interior resorts to 1980's GM slop. Hyundai interiors blow the doors off GM (and Tesla).

  • @Nebula1701
    @Nebula1701 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    2024 they had 5 Trims, for 2025 they dropped all trims but 2 for Equinox, 3 for Blazer.

  • @Bzzap83
    @Bzzap83 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lots more comfortable in Blazer or Lyriq

  • @dwilkey23
    @dwilkey23 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Too similar... especially in size. They should have done an Equinox and a 3 row Traverse

  • @Nebula1701
    @Nebula1701 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    All their door cards will have that plastic under the arm rest for durability. No one sees it while sitting and its there for all the scuffs from your shoes.

  • @Nebula1701
    @Nebula1701 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    They aren't premium vehicles. Prices are far higher today than in the past so average cars are now more expensive.

    • @ivanguerini995
      @ivanguerini995 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They are premium ..

  • @Longsnowsm
    @Longsnowsm 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    With GM the devil is in the trim level details. At the LT trim level they are not considered premium, but sadly even if you step up into the nicer trims it still feels utilitarian or to use your term rental car. If they get the prices down they will be fine regular vehicles for normal consumers. But not at those retail prices. Lots of hard plastics, piano black, seats are not great. Would be fine if you were talking about a 20-30k car, not a 50k+ car. Have to remember apples to apples comparisons.
    I am a little confused on the sizing of the Equinox vs Blazer. One would assume the Blazer is a mid size larger vehicle, but I have seen others compare them and say they are basically the same size. Very odd. The bad part is when you combine charging speeds and the GM charging dip issues. It isn't a great charging vehicle. In EV's that really becomes the bottom line , how good is the charging speed and software integration.

  • @sparklander
    @sparklander 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Time will tell whether these Chevrolet products are built to last.

  • @Abevlife
    @Abevlife 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have blazer EV and equinox EV both in LT trims. And the Equinox is better looking. Blazzer in better form ride....

  • @c79101
    @c79101 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow, thanks for the video. I had no idea these cars were so cheaply made.

  • @dusty-vo8gh
    @dusty-vo8gh 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are these press cars? You should always either analyze press cars or customer cars.

    • @OutofSpecDetailing
      @OutofSpecDetailing  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Literally said this in the video…

  • @MirchiBoy
    @MirchiBoy หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    54:26

  • @stevenangelo737
    @stevenangelo737 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dude all vehicles today have cheap plastics on the lower part of the doors!

  • @TimLitwiller
    @TimLitwiller 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    LT is Low Trim even with 2 or 3 levels of LT

    • @Andre-cj3ec
      @Andre-cj3ec 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have the 3LT Equinox. Same features as 3RS. Differences? No black trim & wheels & different interior colors. On the 2024 Equinox, RS is essential a styling package. Blazer EV LT/RS are more differentiated I believe. On 2025 Equinox LT now is a base model, while LT with convenience pack 1 is close to base RS

  • @Bfranklyn731
    @Bfranklyn731 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The blazer is much roomier in my opinion

    • @Andre-cj3ec
      @Andre-cj3ec 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's probably feels roomier especially for the width of the rear seat. I'm past my car seat days (until grandchildren arrive in many years), but I suspect 2 car seats + a passenger fit much better in the Blazer than the Equinox

    • @Bfranklyn731
      @Bfranklyn731 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @Andre-cj3ec I agree

  • @jaredp8169
    @jaredp8169 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I own a 2024 ioniq5 SEL RWD “chose it for the charging” it’s has horrible cheap hard plastic. There is nothing in my ioniq5 that is soft to the touch or premium. In my opinion GM is way better other than the charging performance

  • @Ficon
    @Ficon 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why is anyone buying these instead of Ioniq 5/EV6?

  • @nycboxing8359
    @nycboxing8359 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Pretty Darn …… 😂
    Holy cow Batman

  • @BradfordSparks
    @BradfordSparks 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    GM is dropping the Ultium name and associated platform on the EV’s because they know they are inferior.

  • @remyd8767
    @remyd8767 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    somehow Honda made the interior even better lol.

  • @outby50
    @outby50 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hecho en Mexico, BTW.

  • @DougFord-yi3cq
    @DougFord-yi3cq หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    No to most of his opinions.

  • @cangle37
    @cangle37 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wanted to love the equinox. Beautiful front end, but that interior is hideous. Coupled with all the problems GM has had with EVs, I will stay away.

  • @honmingwong5759
    @honmingwong5759 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Like

  • @felixruiz2838
    @felixruiz2838 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Apple maps sucks

  • @scottz45
    @scottz45 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    why anyone would buy a GM EV is beyond me. Unless either of these cars was 30k I would not consider it

    • @Andre-cj3ec
      @Andre-cj3ec 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not sure about US pricing, but if you want a reasonably equipped roomy AWD EV in Canada, the Equinox is the best value around. Here, the Model Y, which is a great car, will cost much more. The Equinox is closer in price to the Kona, which is considerably smaller and does not offer AWD