There are two option packages totaling $2000 that come bundled together that add many nice convenience and safety features - including leather wrapped heated steering wheel, heated seats, power driver seat, and many safety features. If you buy the $35k base model, the extra $2k is well worth it.
For the $2,000 can these two option packages be added after the vehicle is built and delivered? For example, could Kelsey Storrer upgrade to a heated steering wheel and the safety features after driving the base model off the lot?
Yes, if a car like that had been on the lot I probably would have gone for it! There was just one LT on the lot and I didn't want to order because I was nervous about the incentives. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
Thats what mine has, and the dealer had it marked down $2800. After the tax credit and Bolt owner discount I got mine for $25.5k out the door. It's Summit White so it basically looks identical to the one in the video.
I was going to get the 2 option packages for 2000 until a dealer offered me a vehicle with the 8300 convenience package at a 4000 discount. 8300 - 4000 - 2000 (the latter is the cost of the comfort package) means it really cost me 2300. I took it because of the better seats and power liftgate. I also stacked the 7500 tax credit, 1500 conquest discount and 1000 costco discount so total savings were 14,000. I traded in a 29,000 rav4 so my out of pocket on the deal was 5200.
Great video! Thank you for going through the features included in the base model. I am eager to take advantage of the tax credit while it lasts, but I am also thinking of buying a house late next year. I’m torn on what to do! 😅
As a realtor I would tell you to go for the house and as a bonus look for one with Level 2 charging! Good luck with everything and thank you for watching! 😃
Thanks for the review. I have the Bolt EUV premiere which I love. Been thinking about upgrading to a longer range vehicle but I can’t do the no CarPlay or Android Auto on the newer Chevy EV’s. One question. Did the dealer add any dealer discounts? I understand the GM discounts. But maybe something else from MSRP.
Agree. It has longer range and a faster charger but for the same price the EUV came with sun roof, heated front and back seats and steering wheel and cooled front seats and wireless CarPlay
I was able to get a small amount off the MSRP. Very small though! You should be able to get something off MSRP. I also was trading which can change the numbers. Thanks so much for watching!
That is an INCREDIBLE DEAL. Finally an amazing EV car at an amazing price. This is going to hurt their competitors!! If I was going to buy another EV it would be the Equinox hands down. Amazing deal!
Surely someone sells a leather steering wheel wrap that you can stitch on yourself but $199 ain't a bad price for a whole new steering wheel. Good looking car at a great price.
What a great review, I was actually thinking about a Chevy Bolt but I’m leaning toward the Equinox now. I just watched a review of a white Chevy Equinox that looks like this. I forgot the name of his channel I just call him Mr. Jeep. Thank you for sharing especially about the steering wheel, I require a leather or simulated leather steering wheel! Lol.
Lol Mr. Jeep is my husband! We both did review videos for my car. My video is way better though, right?? 🤣 Seriously though, I really did like my Bolt but I love the longer range and larger size overall of the Equinox. I'm glad you understand about the steering wheel! The leather one is so much nicer!! 😃
Lol! Of course your video was better and yes I love a leather steering wheel. In all honesty the last thing I need is another vehicle, I have far too many! That’s too funny, Mr. Jeep being your husband! Thanks for sharing and Happy Holidays to you and Mr. Jeep!
I might do a follow-up video because a lot of people have questions about how everything works without Android Auto/Apple Car Play. I didn't go into detail about that and I know that's really important to people. Do you have any questions or anything you would like me to cover? Thanks so much for watching! 😃
Congratulations on the new car! I'm glad you got it for a good price and are liking it so far! I'm sad that tax credit will be going away soon, I'm not in a position to take advantage of it right now 😕 My friend has a Tesla with those style of door handles, and I'm not much of a fan 😅 I'm surprised you don't have a Costco membership! I don't know how big your family is, but I think it's a good deal for stocking up on essentials! Also gas, although I guess that doesn't really help you.
You mentioned linking the DIY video link for the steering wheel upgrade to the leather , GM one. I have the exact same car as you and am looking to make that upgrade. Thanks !
I believe this is a great value for the price and when you stack the incentives, it's a winner. If on GM could throw their advertisement weight behind it. Is this the new Bolt for the masses?
I'd have to get the 4wd option just for the improved 0-60 time. Question is, can't you just link your Android phone to the in-car infotainment? What happens after the 3-year cellular package ends...what won't work? Also, as a GM shareholder, I believe I should get a discount too. 😄
We have an Android phone and the base level 2025 Equinox EV AWD. The app in the car is Android, -works essentially the same. I can't link the phone to the car, but it seems to share some things, if you login to the car with the same credentials as your phone.
@carlobasta3587 I know the vehicle infotainment is Android based, but will I, for example, be able to "project" my phone Google Maps onto the vehicle screen. In other words, what happens when the vehicle subscription ends. My guess is none of the apps work nor does linking my phone (except for maybe contacts/text/calls).
I should have showed it in the video, but yes you can simply link your phone and then it connects through Bluetooth. There are several preloaded apps in the infotainment system, but for the ones that aren't you have to use your phone to access them. I might do a follow-up video showing this so it's easier to understand. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@kstorrer Thanks in advance. When you link your phone, see if a Google map from your phone can be shown on the infotainment display. I suspect it won't. I suspect that only your phone contacts/texts/calls will show on the vehicle display.
@davidgrisco1939 you are correct! If you click on a Google map link on your phone, it will not transfer to your infotainment screen like it would with Android Auto.
I traded in my 2023 Bolt EUV LT with 26k miles and got $18k. I would have liked more but I did get sales tax savings by trading instead of trying you sell it myself. It was a really good car, excellent condition, no issues at all. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@@kstorrerDid you check to see what Carvana would have given you for it? I sold them my 2011 Nissan Juke and they gave me more than what others would at the time.
@kyliefan7 I did check Carvana and I think it was $18,400 so $400 more but then I would have lost the sales tax savings by trading so it was better just to trade if that makes sense? Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@ Oh good! I normally tell people to try to sell out right instead of trading but mine was a 6 speed and all my neighborhood was asking me super ridiculous offers and the dealer was offering less than KBB and I had two cars!
They didnt ditch android auto and carplay for cost ressons, they ditched it because the car has android built in. With an EV they need vehicle data to best route plan based on SoC and mi/kWh, using built in software does that, your phone doesnt. Tesla doesnt have android auto, neither does rivian. Google is apparently working on a new build of android auto that somehow will be able to pull that data from the car and integrate it but until that happens, its useless to ev people. If the internet is accurate, the EQEV technically does have android auto its just software locked so potentially if AA gets updated GM may enable it via OTA update . No idea what apple is doing on that front.
Meh. It's pretty common in EVs to use built in software as it interfaces with vehicle data. Using AA/CP means your navigation can't use SoC to route plan. I think they need to better integrate notifications but other than that, ditching car play and android auto isn't an issue.
After watching reviews of all of the current EV's under $40K I have decided to buy a Toyota hybrid. Thank You for the information. It has been very helpful. You saved me from making an expensive error by buying an EV.
USA needs Chinese EVs without any punitive tariffs. This Chevy is equal to the kind of cars China makes specifically for poor Third World countries not the EVs China makes for themselves, Europe or Australia. USA is living in 2010 China is living in 2080.
I'm wearing the same outfit in the video and the thumbnail except I put on a jacket after taking the thumbnail because it was quite cold outside. Watch my other videos! My thumbnail and video clothing are the same! I don't typically make videos outdoors.
@@kstorrer He was obviously not concentrating on the Equinox... can't blame him for that, but he missed a good review. Your response was very gentle, considering his goofy comment.
No Apple Car Play would be a deal breaker for me. Dumb move by GM. They are just looking for another profit source by trying to sell you a subscription service. Buy something else.
Sorry I forgot to mention! It was ordered from the local Chevrolet dealer where I bought the car. The price is around $300 GM part number 85610388. My husband did the swap and will be doing a tutorial video soon. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
For someone who doesn’t normally review cars I found your video very informative. My local dealer wanted CDN$60k for one so I didn’t buy it. 😢You got a great deal btw.
@deanbaggs that is a huge compliment thank you! I was definitely out of my comfort zone but I love reviewing things I'm passionate about and use in everyday life so I thought I'd give it a try! That is crazy about your prices in Canada! I feel really lucky!! Thank you so much for watching! 😃
There are two option packages totaling $2000 that come bundled together that add many nice convenience and safety features - including leather wrapped heated steering wheel, heated seats, power driver seat, and many safety features. If you buy the $35k base model, the extra $2k is well worth it.
For the $2,000 can these two option packages be added after the vehicle is built and delivered? For example, could Kelsey Storrer upgrade to a heated steering wheel and the safety features after driving the base model off the lot?
Yes, if a car like that had been on the lot I probably would have gone for it! There was just one LT on the lot and I didn't want to order because I was nervous about the incentives. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@@Mark-uj4qj No - but others considering this vehicle (viewers of this excellent video) can take it into consideration.
Thats what mine has, and the dealer had it marked down $2800. After the tax credit and Bolt owner discount I got mine for $25.5k out the door. It's Summit White so it basically looks identical to the one in the video.
@shawnwhite2572 that's awesome!! You got a great deal!!
I was going to get the 2 option packages for 2000 until a dealer offered me a vehicle with the 8300 convenience package at a 4000 discount. 8300 - 4000 - 2000 (the latter is the cost of the comfort package) means it really cost me 2300. I took it because of the better seats and power liftgate. I also stacked the 7500 tax credit, 1500 conquest discount and 1000 costco discount so total savings were 14,000. I traded in a 29,000 rav4 so my out of pocket on the deal was 5200.
You got a steal!! Well done!! 😃
What are you possibly using your phone for? All the needed controls are on the car interface.
Great video! Thank you for going through the features included in the base model.
I am eager to take advantage of the tax credit while it lasts, but I am also thinking of buying a house late next year. I’m torn on what to do! 😅
As a realtor I would tell you to go for the house and as a bonus look for one with Level 2 charging! Good luck with everything and thank you for watching! 😃
Thanks for the review. I have the Bolt EUV premiere which I love. Been thinking about upgrading to a longer range vehicle but I can’t do the no CarPlay or Android Auto on the newer Chevy EV’s. One question. Did the dealer add any dealer discounts? I understand the GM discounts. But maybe something else from MSRP.
Agree. It has longer range and a faster charger but for the same price the EUV came with sun roof, heated front and back seats and steering wheel and cooled front seats and wireless CarPlay
I was able to get a small amount off the MSRP. Very small though! You should be able to get something off MSRP. I also was trading which can change the numbers. Thanks so much for watching!
That is an INCREDIBLE DEAL. Finally an amazing EV car at an amazing price. This is going to hurt their competitors!! If I was going to buy another EV it would be the Equinox hands down. Amazing deal!
I am really happy with it so far! Thanks so much for watching! 😃
Overpriced for what you really get,
Not many will get this price
@tonyn3227 how do you figure that? What aren't you getting in an ev at this price point?
With all of those incentives you received, I would have gotten that $8k package.
I really wanted to but had a budget and wanted to stick to it 🤷🏼♀️. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
Amazing price, beautiful car
I'm loving it so far!! Thanks so much for watching! 😃
Surely someone sells a leather steering wheel wrap that you can stitch on yourself but $199 ain't a bad price for a whole new steering wheel. Good looking car at a great price.
I'm really happy with the leather steering wheel! It's crazy how something so small can make such a big difference! Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@@kstorrer Cheers!
Thumbs up excellent video.
Thank you so much for watching! 😃
What a great review, I was actually thinking about a Chevy Bolt but I’m leaning toward the Equinox now. I just watched a review of a white Chevy Equinox that looks like this. I forgot the name of his channel I just call him Mr. Jeep. Thank you for sharing especially about the steering wheel, I require a leather or simulated leather steering wheel! Lol.
Tyler Potter?
Yes! That’s the name.
Lol Mr. Jeep is my husband! We both did review videos for my car. My video is way better though, right?? 🤣 Seriously though, I really did like my Bolt but I love the longer range and larger size overall of the Equinox. I'm glad you understand about the steering wheel! The leather one is so much nicer!! 😃
Lol! Of course your video was better and yes I love a leather steering wheel. In all honesty the last thing I need is another vehicle, I have far too many! That’s too funny, Mr. Jeep being your husband! Thanks for sharing and Happy Holidays to you and Mr. Jeep!
Happy Holidays to you as well!! 😃
Nice video. Will you be doing a test drive for us?
I might do a follow-up video because a lot of people have questions about how everything works without Android Auto/Apple Car Play. I didn't go into detail about that and I know that's really important to people. Do you have any questions or anything you would like me to cover? Thanks so much for watching! 😃
Congratulations on the new car! I'm glad you got it for a good price and are liking it so far! I'm sad that tax credit will be going away soon, I'm not in a position to take advantage of it right now 😕
My friend has a Tesla with those style of door handles, and I'm not much of a fan 😅
I'm surprised you don't have a Costco membership! I don't know how big your family is, but I think it's a good deal for stocking up on essentials! Also gas, although I guess that doesn't really help you.
Hi!!! I have a Sam's Club membership lol so no Costco! 😭 Thank you as always for watching! 😃
@@kstorrer Ahhh, that makes sense, Sam's Club is good too! Thank YOU for all the great videos, I always learn a lot from you!
You mentioned linking the DIY video link for the steering wheel upgrade to the leather , GM one. I have the exact same car as you and am looking to make that upgrade. Thanks !
Here's the video! Sorry for the delay!!
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Nice buy for the price!
I agree! It's a good deal for the features you get! 😎
I believe this is a great value for the price and when you stack the incentives, it's a winner. If on GM could throw their advertisement weight behind it. Is this the new Bolt for the masses?
I am curious about the 2025 Bolt, but I really like the Equinox so I'm happy!!
Nice car beautiful reviewer
I wonder how many of these comments are a.i. generated. Honest review. Strange replies
Thinking exactly like you. Replies seem quite too optimistically upbeat.
I'd have to get the 4wd option just for the improved 0-60 time. Question is, can't you just link your Android phone to the in-car infotainment? What happens after the 3-year cellular package ends...what won't work? Also, as a GM shareholder, I believe I should get a discount too. 😄
We have an Android phone and the base level 2025 Equinox EV AWD. The app in the car is Android, -works essentially the same. I can't link the phone to the car, but it seems to share some things, if you login to the car with the same credentials as your phone.
@carlobasta3587 I know the vehicle infotainment is Android based, but will I, for example, be able to "project" my phone Google Maps onto the vehicle screen. In other words, what happens when the vehicle subscription ends. My guess is none of the apps work nor does linking my phone (except for maybe contacts/text/calls).
I should have showed it in the video, but yes you can simply link your phone and then it connects through Bluetooth. There are several preloaded apps in the infotainment system, but for the ones that aren't you have to use your phone to access them. I might do a follow-up video showing this so it's easier to understand. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@kstorrer Thanks in advance. When you link your phone, see if a Google map from your phone can be shown on the infotainment display. I suspect it won't. I suspect that only your phone contacts/texts/calls will show on the vehicle display.
@davidgrisco1939 you are correct! If you click on a Google map link on your phone, it will not transfer to your infotainment screen like it would with Android Auto.
Still no NACS port. I find it difficult to believe she has never been in the back seat.
Pretty savvy gorgeous lady!!:)
Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@ of course !:) Happy New Year!:)
How much did you get for the Bolt?
I traded in my 2023 Bolt EUV LT with 26k miles and got $18k. I would have liked more but I did get sales tax savings by trading instead of trying you sell it myself. It was a really good car, excellent condition, no issues at all. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@@kstorrerDid you check to see what Carvana would have given you for it? I sold them my 2011 Nissan Juke and they gave me more than what others would at the time.
@kyliefan7 I did check Carvana and I think it was $18,400 so $400 more but then I would have lost the sales tax savings by trading so it was better just to trade if that makes sense? Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@ Oh good! I normally tell people to try to sell out right instead of trading but mine was a 6 speed and all my neighborhood was asking me super ridiculous offers and the dealer was offering less than KBB and I had two cars!
They didnt ditch android auto and carplay for cost ressons, they ditched it because the car has android built in. With an EV they need vehicle data to best route plan based on SoC and mi/kWh, using built in software does that, your phone doesnt. Tesla doesnt have android auto, neither does rivian. Google is apparently working on a new build of android auto that somehow will be able to pull that data from the car and integrate it but until that happens, its useless to ev people. If the internet is accurate, the EQEV technically does have android auto its just software locked so potentially if AA gets updated GM may enable it via OTA update . No idea what apple is doing on that front.
I’ll never buy any GM auto as long as this stupid no Apple car play stance continues. GM is crazy.
Meh. It's pretty common in EVs to use built in software as it interfaces with vehicle data. Using AA/CP means your navigation can't use SoC to route plan. I think they need to better integrate notifications but other than that, ditching car play and android auto isn't an issue.
At that price...Can you buy me one also!
😂😂😂
$500 for police officers also
Yes!! ❤❤
because of car play missing most of my friends are buying ev5s. who should get fired at chevy?
It's an adjustment for sure 😭
After watching reviews of all of the current EV's under $40K I have decided to buy a Toyota hybrid. Thank You for the information. It has been very helpful. You saved me from making an expensive error by buying an EV.
I drove Toyota hybrids from 2007 - 2022. They are great cars!!!
USA needs Chinese EVs without any punitive tariffs. This Chevy is equal to the kind of cars China makes specifically for poor Third World countries not the EVs China makes for themselves, Europe or Australia. USA is living in 2010 China is living in 2080.
Overpriced for what you really get.
I think it's really cheesy and demeaning as woman to wear
A tight revealing sweater in your thumbnail and then put
On a heavy coat for the video.
I'm wearing the same outfit in the video and the thumbnail except I put on a jacket after taking the thumbnail because it was quite cold outside. Watch my other videos! My thumbnail and video clothing are the same! I don't typically make videos outdoors.
@@kstorrer He was obviously not concentrating on the Equinox... can't blame him for that, but he missed a good review. Your response was very gentle, considering his goofy comment.
@donhebel1011 thank you I always try to be kind and respectful! 😃
No Apple Car Play would be a deal breaker for me. Dumb move by GM. They are just looking for another profit source by trying to sell you a subscription service. Buy something else.
Thumbnail is better :)
Didn’t see anything on the steering wheel. How much did it cost and where did you get it? Thanks.
Sorry I forgot to mention! It was ordered from the local Chevrolet dealer where I bought the car. The price is around $300 GM part number 85610388. My husband did the swap and will be doing a tutorial video soon. Thanks so much for watching! 😃
@@kstorrerThanks for the info. Just ordered a Sterling Gray LT… Only thing I didn’t like about it was the base steering wheel.
@hkmp5kpdw check out gmpartsdirect.com. It's on sale now for $199!
For someone who doesn’t normally review cars I found your video very informative. My local dealer wanted CDN$60k for one so I didn’t buy it. 😢You got a great deal btw.
@deanbaggs that is a huge compliment thank you! I was definitely out of my comfort zone but I love reviewing things I'm passionate about and use in everyday life so I thought I'd give it a try! That is crazy about your prices in Canada! I feel really lucky!! Thank you so much for watching! 😃