The world of electric vehicles is often critiqued for lacking good affordable options, but that’s starting to change thanks to new players like the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV.

And to make the point now, this newcomer starts at $34,995. That’s with destination and not including the $7,500 federal tax credit, of which the Equinox qualifies for in full.

Alright, so it’s affordable, but is it any good? Well, after some drive time around Chevy’s turf in Detroit, Michigan… we say yes!

The Equinox EV drives pretty much exactly how I was expecting it to drive in the best way. It’s quiet. It’s smooth. It’s really comfortable. There’s a fair amount of space here in the cabin, and like a lot of other GM models, specifically base General Motors models they have really good NVH, which means that whether we’re driving at lower speeds or even high speeds on the highway it’s just really quiet and comfortable in here.

Built on GM’s Ultium platform, the Equinox EV is powered by an 85-kWh battery, providing up to 319 miles of range on front-wheel-drive models and 285 miles on all-wheel-drive units. With a single motor upfront, expect 213 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque; with a second, smaller motor mounted in back, that ups to 236 HP and 333 lb-ft.

The interior is plenty roomy, and the 17-inch infotainment screen is equally appreciated. No Carplay or Android Auto per say, but Google Built-In is included to fully interface with your smartphone.

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is available now, again, starting at $34,995 before incentives. A bargain on its own and hopefully the beginnings of a new industry trend.

And we’ll follow those trends with more Quick Spins… soon!