The First-Ever Chevrolet Equinox EV Now Available in the UAE, Kuwait & Bahrain
Chevrolet's newest all-electric SUV has officially landed in showrooms across the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain. With a design that's sure to turn heads, a fun-to-drive performance that makes every ride exciting and innovative technology that keeps you connected and carefree, the Equinox EV offers everything customers love about Chevrolet – now with zero emissions and connected by OnStar – and designed to make the transition to electric driving as exciting and effortless as possible. Starting prices by market:• UAE: AED 169,900• Kuwait: KWD 13,500• Bahrain: BHD 18,300All prices include VAT, three years of OnStar Connected Services¹, including Connect & Protect services, an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty and a 7kW home wallbox (installation fees not included).
Availability in KSA will be announced at a later date.
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