A 240-volt home charger fills the Equinox EV in about 9.5 hours. The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV changed the part of electric ownership people actually worry about. It now charges through a standard NACS port, which is the plug the largest public fast-charging network was built around. If you have been putting off an EV because charging looked like homework, this is the year that argument got a lot weaker. Quick Answer The 2027 Equinox EV has a standard NACS charging port 319 miles of EPA-estimated range front-wheel drive, 307 all-wheel drive About 9.5 hours for a full charge on a 240-volt home charger Up to 80 miles of range in about 10 minutes on public DC fast charging From $34,995 before destination So what actually changed? The plug. That is the whole headline, and it matters more than it sounds. Older electric Chevys used a different connector, which meant the biggest fast-charging network in the country needed an adapter. The 2027 Equinox EV comes with the NACS port as standard, so you pull up and plug in. Everything else about the way it charges is familiar: up to 80 miles of range in roughly ten minutes on public DC fast charging, and about 9.5 hours for a full battery on a 240-volt charger at home. The full detail is on our 2027 Equinox EV range and charging guide. How often would you really plug in around here? Less than you think. Run the numbers on an actual Northwest Arkansas week. A Bella Vista to Bentonville commute, the school run through Centerton, a Saturday out to Rogers and back. Most households here do not clear 200 miles in a week, and the Equinox EV carries an EPA-estimated 319 miles with front-wheel drive. That means a weekly plug-in at home, not a nightly ritual, and no fuel stops in between. If you are still weighing electric against gas, the honest comparison is on Equinox gas vs EV, which puts price, cargo and running cost side by side without picking a winner for you. What do you need in the garage? A 240-volt circuit. That is the same kind of outlet a clothes dryer uses, and it is what turns charging into something you stop thinking about. A regular household outlet does work as a backup and will add range slowly overnight, but it is a safety net rather than a plan. If you are not sure what your garage can take, bring it up when you come in. It is a short conversation and it is usually a smaller job than people expect. What about a road trip out of the region? On a 319-mile battery, Tulsa, Springfield or Little Rock is a one-stop trip at most, and often no stop at all in one direction. The NACS port is what makes that stop easy rather than a planning exercise, because you are no longer hunting for a specific brand of charger. Two honest caveats, and they apply to every EV: cold weather cuts range, and so do sustained grades like the I-49 climb south of Fayetteville. The answer is the one gas drivers already use. Leave with more than you think you need. Which Equinox EV should you look at? The LT 1 at $34,995 before destination is the one that carries the 319-mile figure, and it is far from basic: over 20 standard driver assistance features including Adaptive Cruise Control, and the 17.7-inch touchscreen. Step up to LT 2 for heated seats, heated wheel and wireless charging, or the RS for 21-inch wheels. The trim comparison walks all six 2027 Equinox configurations, gas and electric. If you want the whole picture in one place, start at the 2027 Equinox research hub, or go straight to the 2027 Equinox overview. Frequently asked questions Does the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV have a Tesla-style plug? Yes. For 2027 the Equinox EV has a standard NACS charging port, which reaches the largest public fast-charging network. How long does it take to charge the Equinox EV at home? About 9.5 hours for a full charge on a 240-volt charger, through the standard 11.5-kW onboard charging module. How far does a 2027 Equinox EV go on a charge? An EPA-estimated 319 miles with front-wheel drive and 307 miles with all-wheel drive. How long is the battery covered? 8 years or 100,000 miles on the battery and electric components. The routine servicing is light too, and the maintenance schedule lays out what an electric Equinox actually needs. How much does a 2027 Equinox EV cost? From $34,995 before a $1,800 destination charge, rising to $44,095 for the RS. Full figures are on the specs page. Come and drive one. We are at 2700 SE Moberly Ln in Bentonville, minutes off I-49, and we will happily work out on paper how often you would actually plug in. Call (479) 319-2494 or browse Equinox EV inventory.
Towing a Camper With a 2026 Traverse in NWA
Quick answer: the 2026 Traverse as a tow vehicle The 2026 Chevrolet Traverse is rated at 5,000 pounds properly equipped, and the trailering equipment is standard on every trim rather than an option you hunt for. The 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder makes 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft on regular 87-octane unleaded, which is what makes that rating comfortable rather than theoretical. It still carries the family: seven seats standard, eight on the LT with the available second-row bench, and 22.9 cubic feet of cargo behind the third row. EPA estimates are 20 city / 26 highway / 22 combined in front-drive and 20 / 24 / 21 with all-wheel drive. The Traverse starts at $40,800 before a $1,995 destination charge. George Nunnally Chevrolet stocks them in Bentonville. Call (479) 319-2494. A 5,000-pound rating puts a lot of NWA weekends in reach of a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse: a small travel trailer, a teardrop or hybrid camper, a pair of side-by-sides on a utility trailer, or a boat. What it does not do is answer the second question, which is whether the same vehicle still works as the family car on Monday. Here is what the rating actually covers here, and what to check before you hitch up. The Traverse research hub has the full set of pages. See Every 2026 Traverse in Stock How much can a Traverse actually pull? 5,000 pounds, properly equipped. That figure holds across the lineup because the trailering equipment is standard on every trim, so it is not a number that depends on which box you ticked at order time. The engine is what makes it usable. The 2.5L turbocharged four makes 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft, and torque is the part that matters on a hill with a trailer behind you. The specifications page has the full numbers, and the model overview is the plain-language version of the whole car. What a 5,000-pound rating covers in NWA More than most families need. A single-axle travel trailer, a teardrop or a hybrid pop-up sits well inside it, as does a ski boat on a single-axle trailer, and either one gets to Beaver Lake or a campsite at Hobbs State Park without drama. Devil's Den is the harder run, because the I-49 grades south of Fayetteville are the real test of any tow vehicle in this region. The honest planning number is not the trailer's dry weight, it is the loaded weight with water, gear and bikes on the back. Build in the margin and a Traverse handles a Northwest Arkansas camping season comfortably. If your trailer is a dual-axle bunkhouse and the loaded number is climbing past the rating, the Traverse versus Tahoe comparison is the right next read, because that is the step up this market usually makes. Do you need to option anything? For the tow rating itself, no. Trailering equipment is standard across the range, which is unusual in this class and worth knowing before you start pricing packages on a rival. What is worth optioning is what makes the miles easier. Super Cruise, the hands-free driver assistance system, is standard on the High Country and RS and available on the LT and Z71 through the Enhanced Driving Package, and a long haul down the interstate is exactly where you notice it. The trim levels page shows what each rung includes. What towing means for people and gear This is where a three-row earns its place over a truck. The Traverse seats seven as standard and eight on the LT with the available second-row bench, and it holds 22.9 cubic feet behind the third row, 56.6 behind the second and 98 cubic feet with both rows folded. That is a full family plus a week of camping kit, before the trailer is even attached. Weight still has to be watched: GVWR is 6,173 pounds and an LT front-drive weighs 4,504 pounds at the curb, which leaves roughly 1,669 pounds for people, cargo and trailer tongue weight combined. That is the number that quietly decides how much you can pack. The cargo and seating page breaks the space down row by row. Which Traverse suits a towing family in NWA? The LT is the volume answer and the only trim that seats eight, opening at $40,800 before the $1,995 destination charge. The Z71 adds all-wheel drive as standard, 18-inch all-terrain wheels and 7.8 inches of ground clearance against the standard 6.8, which is the trim for gravel campground approaches. The RS and High Country are the equipment-led rungs and bring Super Cruise as standard. Cross-shopping? The Traverse versus GMC Acadia comparison covers the closest relative, and the Traverse versus Equinox page is the one to read if you are still deciding whether you need a third row at all. Browse Traverse LT and Z71 Stock Schedule a Test Drive Hitching up in NWA Bring the trailer and we will weigh the real question with you. We are at 2700 SE Moberly Ln, a couple of minutes off I-49, and the run south from here is the same road your camper will see, so a test drive tells you more than a spec sheet does. The 39-foot turning circle is the other thing to try in our lot, because campground loops are tighter than interstates. Ownership questions are worth asking on the day: the maintenance schedule covers service intervals, and towing does change how often some of them come around. When you are ready, value your trade or get pre-approved. 2026 Traverse towing questions How much can a 2026 Chevrolet Traverse tow? 5,000 pounds, properly equipped, and the trailering equipment is standard on every trim. What engine does it use? A 2.5L turbocharged four-cylinder rated 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft, running on regular 87-octane unleaded. Does towing change with all-wheel drive? The rating is 5,000 pounds properly equipped across the lineup. All-wheel drive is standard on the Z71 and available elsewhere, and it changes EPA estimates to 20 city / 24 highway / 21 combined against 20 / 26 / 22 in front-drive. How many people does it seat? Seven as standard, and eight on the LT with the available second-row bench. The Z71, RS and High Country seat seven. How much cargo is there with a full house? 22.9 cubic feet behind the third row, 56.6 behind the second, and 98 cubic feet with both rear rows folded. Which trim has the most ground clearance? The Z71, at 7.8 inches against the 6.8 inches standard elsewhere, and it comes with all-wheel drive and 18-inch all-terrain wheels. Is Super Cruise available? Yes. It is standard on the High Country and RS, and available on the LT and Z71 through the Enhanced Driving Package. How big is the Traverse to park and store? 204.5 inches long on a 121.0-inch wheelbase, 79.6 inches wide without mirrors and 69.6 inches tall, with a 39.0-foot turning circle. Where do I get a question answered that is not here? The Traverse FAQ page covers the common ones, or call (479) 319-2494 with your trailer's loaded weight and we will talk it through. Pricing is starting MSRP and excludes tax, title, license and dealer fees; the destination freight charge is stated separately and the dealer sets the final price. Trailering figures are maximums for a properly equipped vehicle and vary by configuration and equipment. Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates and will vary with driving. George Nunnally Chevrolet · 2700 SE Moberly Ln, Bentonville, AR 72712 · (479) 319-2494