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2011 Chevrolet Equinox MPG, Fuel Cost and Recalls
2011 Chevrolet Equinox MPG and annual fuel cost by engine, with EPA ratings and NHTSA recall records below.
At a glance
2011 Chevrolet Equinox reference
Use the summary to orient yourself, then open the exact engine, drivetrain and source record below.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox MPG by engine and drivetrain
EPA combined ratings run from 19 to 26 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
| Engine / transmission | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 22 mpg | 31 mpg | 26 mpg | $2,350 | 341.8076923076923 g/mi |
| 2.4L 4-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 20 mpg | 28 mpg | 23 mpg | $2,650 | 386.39130434782606 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 16 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 467.7368421052632 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 444.35 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 16 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 467.7368421052632 g/mi |
| 3.0L 6-cylinderAutomatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline | 16 mpg | 23 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,250 | 467.7368421052632 g/mi |
Annual fuel figures are the EPA snapshot at the source date. The calculator below uses the separately dated fuel-price record and your inputs, so the estimates may differ.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox annual fuel cost calculator
Start with the combined MPG for 2.4L 4-cylinder, Automatic 6-spd, Front-Wheel Drive. Replace it with your measured gas mileage and local pump price for a personal budget.
Formula annual miles ÷ MPG × gasoline price
Fuel cost per mile equals gasoline price divided by MPG. Multiply by your annual mileage for a yearly fuel budget. Add maintenance to estimate cost per mile.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox recall campaigns
NHTSA returned 3 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION · 16V502000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST · 14V447000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY · 10V623000
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC SRX, CHEVROLET EQUINOX AND GMC TERRAIN VEHICLES. THE DRIVER AND /OR FRONT PASSENGER SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR MAY FRACTURE AND SEPARATE NEAR THE SEAT ATTACHMENT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE PASSENGER AND/OR THE DRIVER SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AS NECESSARY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox NHTSA safety ratings
| Vehicle | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox gas mileage?
EPA combined ratings run from 19 to 26 mpg across 6 configurations. Match the engine, transmission and drivetrain in the table before comparing fuel costs.
Are these real-world MPG figures for the Equinox?
These are EPA ratings, not owner-reported mileage. Use your measured MPG in the calculator to estimate your own fuel budget. The configuration table keeps city, highway and combined ratings separate.
Does the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox have recalls?
NHTSA returned 3 model-level campaign records as of 2026-09-04. A campaign record does not establish whether your vehicle is affected or whether a repair is outstanding. Check your VIN through NHTSA.
Does annual fuel cost include servicing or insurance?
No. The EPA cost and the calculator cover fuel only. Use the cost-per-mile calculator to add a maintenance allowance. Insurance, depreciation, finance costs and registration are separate ownership expenses.
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Sources and record dates
U.S. EPA FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataset Accessed 2026-09-05U.S. EIA public gasoline price table Accessed 2026-09-05NHTSA Recalls API Accessed 2026-09-04NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API Accessed 2026-09-05Last updated