2026 Chevy Trax Trim Comparison: LS, LT, 1RS, 2RS, & ACTIV (Which Is Right for You?)

The all-new 2025 Chevy Equinox is here, offering a perfect combination of style, performance, and practicality. Whether you're commuting around Lexington, cruising through Louisville, or exploring the scenic roads near Cynthiana, the 2025 Chevy Equinox delivers a smooth and reliable ride. At Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick of Paris, we’re proud to be your trusted Chevy dealership in Paris, offering the new 2025 Chevy Equinox for sale and ready to elevate your driving experience. Why Choose the 2025 Chevy Equinox? The 2025 Chevy Equinox offers an exciting update to this beloved compact SUV, making it even more ideal for families, commuters, and adventure-seekers. The latest model strikes the perfect balance between practicality, comfort, and performance, giving you a versatile driving experience that’s ideal for everyday life and weekend getaways. The new Equinox’s upgraded features and design make it a standout choice for drivers in Winchester, Louisville, Lexington, and beyond. Powerful Yet Efficient Performance The 2025 Chevy Equinox continues to offer impressive performance, thanks to its turbocharged 1.5L engine. This engine delivers 175 horsepower while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a reliable, powerful ride in Cynthiana or Louisville. Whether you opt for front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the Equinox offers seamless control and handling. The 2025 model also delivers a towing capacity of up to 1,500 pounds, perfect for hauling your gear to Winchester or heading out on a road trip. The Equinox's smooth handling is complemented by its refined suspension system, providing an enjoyable driving experience whether you're navigating city streets in Lexington or cruising through more rugged terrain near Paris. Growing Up You might not be able to tell just by looking at it, but the 2025 Equinox added a few inches here and there, resulting in a slightly larger exterior and roomy cabin. The overall width was extended by 2.3 inches while the Equinox also grew slightly in length, including receiving a longer wheelbase. Despite its minor size adjustments, the four-door Equinox still features two rows of seats this year and can comfortably accommodate up to five passengers. The airy cabin features two front bucket seats for plenty of support, while the second row features a 60/40 split, so it's easy to take advantage of cargo space when you need it. Behind the second row, enjoy cargo space of 29.8 cu.ft. or fold down the seats to take advantage of 63.5 cu.ft. This is perfect for luggage, gear, boxes, and more! A Redesigned, Spacious Interior One of the most notable upgrades in the 2025 Chevy Equinox is its larger, more spacious cabin. The SUV has grown slightly in width and length, giving you more room to stretch out. With seating for up to five passengers, it’s an ideal option for families in Cynthiana or groups heading out for a weekend adventure in Louisville. The second-row seats feature a 60/40 split, allowing you to fold down the seats for maximum cargo space – 29.8 cu.ft. behind the second row, or 63.5 cu.ft. when the seats are folded down. Whether you're packing for a weekend in Winchester or heading to a family event in Lexington, the 2025 Equinox offers versatile cargo space to accommodate your needs. Inside, the 2025 Equinox has been redesigned with a sleek, sophisticated feel, featuring upgraded color schemes, premium materials, and comfortable seating. The cabin is designed for maximum comfort with standard front heated seats and a heated steering wheel. In the more adventurous ACTIV trim, you’ll enjoy ventilated seats and rear heated seating for a more comfortable ride during the colder months. Cutting-Edge Technology at Your Fingertips The 2025 Chevy Equinox comes with upgraded technology that makes every drive more enjoyable and convenient. The new 11.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and 11-inch Driver Information Center are designed to keep you connected and informed no matter where you're driving – whether you're exploring the back roads near Lexington or heading to a job in Louisville. The system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for easy smartphone integration, and with Google Built-In, you can enjoy voice commands for hands-free operation. The Equinox also offers available wireless charging, so you can keep your devices powered up during your commute or road trip. And for those looking to enjoy the ultimate convenience, the Chevy Equinox features standard USB ports as well as the option to upgrade to wireless charging for a truly clutter-free driving experience. Three Unique Trims The 2025 Chevy Equinox is available in three unique trims, each offering its own set of features to suit your style and needs: LT – The entry-level trim has received a complete makeover for 2025, offering standard heated seats, enlarged touchscreens, and a redesigned front grille. It’s a well-equipped choice for drivers in Paris, Winchester, or Lexington. RS – For those who want a sportier vibe, the RS trim features unique badging, roof rails for added cargo capacity, and stylish interior stitching. Available with a two-tone black roof, the RS trim offers a bold look that will stand out in Louisville or Cynthiana. ACTIV – Designed for adventure, the ACTIV trim includes all-terrain tires, a tuned suspension for off-road capabilities, and unique interior materials like Evotex and suede microfiber. If you’re the type to take your Equinox on rugged trails near Lexington or through Cynthiana, this is the trim for you. Get the New 2025 Chevy Equinox, for Sale Near Lexington, Louisville The 2025 Chevy Equinox is now available at Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick of Paris, your go-to Chevy dealership serving Lexington, Louisville, Cynthiana, and Winchester. Our team is standing by to answer questions and assist you with finding the perfect vehicle for your needs. Stop by today to test drive the all-new Equinox and explore our wide selection of new Chevy SUV models for sale.

Paris, Kentucky, is an old town. The post office – originally named Bourbonton – was the first in the young state’s history when it opened in 1794. In the 200 years since, this small town has been central to Kentucky culture and is the seat of Bourbon County, famous around the world for its historical ties to bourbon and equine culture. A living history steeped in tradition and made vibrant through enthusiastic engagement with our past is what makes this small town special, and we’ve been proud to operate here for over 64 years, representing a brand that shares those values. We think that’s key to how we’ve won 5 consecutive Consumer Satisfaction and Dealer of the Year awards from Dealer Rater as the best Chevy Dealer in the Lexington, KY, area! In the Lexington region, we love the way that modern developments acknowledge and appreciate their heritage. The decades-long restoration and renovation efforts in downtown Paris are a great example of exactly that. So, to honor that tradition, we’d like to take some time to reflect on our heritage and how Chevy pays homage to that today. To do that, we’ll look back on a nameplate that we’ve sold every year since opening in 1956 and see what has, and has not, changed in all those years for the Chevy Suburban. The Fourth-Gen Suburban The Chevy Suburban was America’s first sport utility vehicle and was already in the 4th generation of design and production by 1956. Gone were the fender flares ubiquitous to the ’30s and '40s – instead, the wider interior allowed increased personal space for the passengers. A distinctive wrap-around windshield improved visibility by pulling the A-pillars away from the driver’s focal point, and a flattened hood heralded a styling cue that persists to this day. The body style of the ’56 Suburban is described as a “2-door carryall”. It’s hard to imagine in today's market, but in the ’50s, SUVs and trucks alike only featured driver and front passenger doors. So everyone would have to pile in through the front – or through the rear panel door/tailgate in the case of Suburban. A “carryall” was a design akin to a panel truck that had been fitted to accommodate passengers by equipping rear windows and foldable seats – not limited to exclusively transporting cargo or passengers; such designs could “carry all,” hence the name. In fact, the 1st gen model went by the name “Carryall Suburban”! On the inside, the 1956 Suburban is predictably low on features but full on style. The dashboard is smooth, glossy, and rounded in classic 50’s fashion and adorned only by simple radio and climate control devices. You’ll find no leather seating or center console, and some drivers might be surprised by the presence of a third pedal by their left foot. Most, but not all, ’56 Suburbans naturally came with a manual transmission, a feature that was in production until the ’90s. A V-shaped speedometer dominates the space behind the steering wheel, reflecting the passenger car design of the day and the family-oriented nature of the Suburban, and perhaps serving as a subtle reminder of the V8 engine under the hood. The ’56 Suburban represented a departure from previous generations, which featured inline 6-cylinder engines; the 4th gen was the first to feature a V8. The first generation of Chevy’s small block 4.3L V8 was made for the Corvette and was good for 145 hp for the heavy, unwieldy Suburban with rear-wheel drive. The update produced 20 hp more than the outgoing I-6, representing a huge improvement for the time, but it’s hard to imagine a full-size SUV with such a low-powered engine today! Lastly, the ’56 Suburban was rear-wheel drive only, but factory-installed all-wheel drive was on the horizon (1957), and drivers who desired it could retrofit a NAPCO AWD kit in an afternoon for $995. The Twelfth-Gen Suburban The 64 years that have passed since then have seen seven more iterations of Suburban design come and go; the all-new 2021 Chevy Suburban represents the beginning of the 12th generation of production. It’s one of the biggest Chevy news stories of the year, literally, with a maximum cargo capacity well over 140 cu.ft. (nearly 20% more than the 2020 Suburban) thanks to a new independent multilink rear suspension and an efficiently re-configured interior design. The wrap-around windshield is gone – it was only around until 1966 – and the current hood design strikes a balance between the truly flat designs of the ’60s and ’70s and the sloped designs of the ’00s and '10s. The grille is elevated, and significant ground clearance signals that the huge SUV is ready for off-roading excursions, making it much more than a humble carryall. Keen-eyed observers will note the presence of 4 doors (a third, and eventually fourth, door evolved into the design during the Nixon era), making back seat access substantially easier. In fact, a lot of design updates that occurred over the years make the back half of a Suburban a substantially nicer place to be than in years past. Improved use of space has increased leg and headroom for the 2nd and 3rd rows, for one. For another, the available pair of 12.6” rear entertainment system screens make the back a veritable movie theater, capable of operating together or independently and with controls to communicate to the front row. Up front, the modern Suburban is unrecognizable from its distant predecessors. Today’s dashboards aren’t glossy plastic or steel but instead are covered in soft-touch matte vinyl with leather, chrome, and wood accents. Smooth, round designs gave way to sweeping angular ones, and the center stack is dominated by controls that '50s-era engineers could only dream of. Multi-zone climate control with automatic adjustment functions. Media control buttons and a 10” touch screen for radio, MP3, Bluetooth, Apple/Android smartphones, and more. Buttons that, when pressed, heat or even cool the front seats. You even have buttons that put the car in gear (yes, buttons) instead of a shift lever. The driver finds music, phone, and cruise controls on the steering wheel. Behind the wheel, a round speedometer and tachometer gauges frame a large information display telling the driver details like range, efficiency, and more. On their left hand, controls for the universally optional four-wheel drive system and integrated trailer brake controller allow the driver to optimize vehicle behavior for any conditions. The 2021 Suburban still comes with a V8 engine after all these years, but the new one is a larger 5.3L that generates 355 hp, more than twice as much as in ’56. Buyers aren’t limited to only one option, though. Advanced manufacturing techniques have made it feasible to offer multiple powertrain options for popular vehicles, and the 2021 Suburban offers three. An even larger V8, displacing 6.2L, puts out a best-in-class 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque for a more athletic, responsive ride. Either block can tow at least 7,900 lbs, ample capacity for large camping trailers. Lastly, an all-new 3.0L Duramax turbodiesel option delivers unprecedented fuel efficiency and ample low-end torque to a segment that’s been longing for a diesel engine option for years. A Revitalized Suburban for a Revitalized America We’ve been selling and servicing Chevy vehicles near Lexington, KY, for a long time. We’ve watched our small home town of Paris come to life as people have vigorously restored old sites to their former glory with a modern twist, using the past as inspiration for the present and using the present to pay homage to the past. The 2021 Chevy Suburban, which is all-new for the 12th time in its unparalleled 85-year production run, does the same. A name and styling cues that can trace their roots to the ’50s. Modern features and interior design that impart the same sense of advancement and luxury that the first “carryall” trucks did in their day. Ongoing innovation, like a more spacious interior, a more comfortable suspension, and a more efficient engine, makes every new Suburban better than the last. The Chevy Suburban, just like the region surrounding Lexington, not only has a long, long history – it has a blindingly bright future, too. If you want to experience the history of the Suburban yourself, visit us to test out the latest Chevy Suburban model.

Whenever you start thinking about visiting the dealership to buy a new car, the first question on your mind should be, “is this a good car?” You are ultimately spending a lot of money on something that needs to be reliable, durable and start every time you turn the key. No one has time for mechanical failure, which means investing in a car, truck, or SUV that only requires regular maintenance and attention. That is reasonable. Right? So as you wander over to check out the specials at your local Chevy dealer, you might find yourself wondering, “are Chevrolets good cars?” In short: yes, Chevrolet's are good cars. But there is so much more to this question that we at Dan Cummins Chevy Buick Paris are going to explain to you today. Let's get into it! Chevrolets: The Experts Weigh In The term “good” is subjective, and when it is applied to a vehicle manufacturer that makes so many different vehicles, it gets a little murky. Is the Corvette a good option for towing heavy loads? No. Is the Tahoe a good choice for the track? No. Chevrolet has created a devoted following by creating the vehicles drivers need for various specific tasks. If you have a need for speed, you choose the Corvette, but if you need to haul heavy loads for work every day, you want the Silverado. There is no universal definition of “good.” However, there is an abundance of other terms that can relate to cars, trucks, and SUVs to help drivers narrow down whether a particular vehicle is a “good fit” for their needs. For example, someone who has a long commute wants to know if this vehicle is “good” on gas mileage. A family who takes frequent road trips will need to know if an SUV has “good” safety and entertainment features. An accomplished equestrian will need to know if a truck is “good” at trailering. Chevy has built their success on knowing what type of “good” their different customers require with a full line-up from subcompacts to nine-passenger SUVs and full-size heavy-duty pickups. As a result, many of their vehicles have earned high accolades from the experts. The Corvette has earned the 2020 North American Car of the Year Award, 2020 Motortrend Car of the Year Award, 2020 Motorweek Drivers’ Choice Best of the Year, and Top Rated Sports Car rankings from Edmunds and Kelley Blue Book. The Silverado has been regularly ranked by Kelley Blue Book as a top resale pick, as well as earning the 2020 5-Year Cost to Own award from kbb.com, which rates overall value and depreciation over a five year period. Chevy’s midsize pickup, the Colorado, has earned awards in its segment for both on-road performance (2020 KBB Best Buy Award) and off-road excellence (Editors’ Choice Best Off-Roader, for the ZR2 Package). The Tahoe has been regularly rated as one of the best choices amongst full-size SUVs and Family Vehicles by KBB and ranked on Edmunds “Buyer’s Most Wanted” list in 2018 and 2019. In recent JD Powers rankings, four Chevrolet models were included in the tops of their segments for Initial Quality ratings, including the Equinox for Compact SUV, Malibu for Midsize Car, Silverado HD for Large Heavy Duty Pickup, and Tahoe for Large SUV. These ratings are based on the number of problems reported during the first 90 days of ownership, per 100 vehicles. The industry average is 93 reported problems per 100, while Chevy ranked overall at 85, meaning drivers of Chevy vehicles reported far fewer problems than the average American driver. The 2020 Malibu: A Case Study Ratings, rankings, and awards are all great, but how do they translate into whether or not a vehicle is actually “good?” To demonstrate where these figures come from, let’s take a closer look at the 2020 Chevy Malibu, one of the few “cars” still produced by the manufacturer. The Malibu has historically received recognition from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for its overall safety scores. Most recently, the Malibu has received a 79 out of 100 for JD Power’s annual consumer ratings. According to the website, this score is “based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.” These unbiased opinions also state that the Malibu deserves “Great” rankings in the categories of “Quality and Reliability,” “Driving Experience,” “Resale,” and “Dealership Experience”- all of the areas in which a driver’s overall opinion of a vehicle may be dimmed or tainted by a negative experience. Overall, the Malibu is #7 on the list of 2020 Consumer Rated Sedans with JD Powers and #5 amongst the Best Midsize Cars of 2020 at KBB.com. It seems that the expert opinions and those of the actual day-to-day drivers align to rank Chevrolets as not just “good” cars, but a great long term investment. The Secret to Success But what is it about Chevy vehicles that makes them so wildly popular and highly ranked? What’s the secret ingredient in the sauce that helps keep a manufacturer at the top of their game for over 100 years? Let’s continue to explore the Malibu as a prime example of Chevy’s not-so-secret formula. On the outside, it is essentially a car. It is not sleek and sporty like a Camaro or Corvette. It is not butch and aggressive like the Silverado HD. However, it is both an attractive and capable five-passenger sedan. But under this shiny patina is a very capable, very economical, entirely reliable vehicle with hardly any complaints. Under the hood, drivers have a standard 1.5L turbocharged inline-4 engine, which does exactly what it needs to do- power a small vehicle great distances with reasonable fuel economy and pep. It offers an admirable 160 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, which will neither get drivers around a racecourse in record time, nor haul a 12,000-pound trailer, but that’s not the Malibu’s purpose. It consumes a very rational 29 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway of fuel, making it a fantastic commuter, which is its purpose Plus, the Premier trim features an even peppier engine - a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 - that offers 250 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, for those who want a bit more power. Therefore, Malibu drivers can get whatever level of power and efficiency they want. This is a perfect example of how versatile Chevys are, which makes them good vehicles. With all of that in mind, it is essential to remember that this is one of many Chevrolet vehicles. This is the perfect commuter sedan. But there are Chevy vehicles to suit every driver's need. The thing that makes Chevys good cars is that there are many options; there is something for everyone. Are Chevrolets Good Cars? In all, when you ask drivers if Chevys are “good” cars, you might want to step back and refine what you are asking. Nearly every Chevy driver will be able to confidently say that their car, truck, or SUV is absolutely perfect for what they needed. But if you are asking about quality, dependability, or resale value? Based on the volume of annual awards won across the line-up, the experts seem to feel Chevy is doing better than just fine.