Chevy Pulls Galaxy Gray From 2026 Equinox EV Lineup

If you had your heart set on ordering a 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV in Galaxy Gray Metallic, you are out of luck. 3Chevrolet has confirmed that Galaxy Gray Metallic (color code GJY) is no longer available to order for the 2026 Chevy Equinox EV. The popular paint option hit an early buildout, and it will not return for the rest of the model year.

What Happened to Galaxy Gray Metallic?

1 The color in question is Galaxy Gray Metallic, identified internally by paint code GJY. Sources indicate that the shade has reached what automakers call an “early buildout,” meaning production allocations for that particular color have effectively been exhausted.

In simple terms, Chevrolet planned to produce only a set number of Equinox EVs in this color. That number has already been hit. 1As a result, Galaxy Gray Metallic is no longer available to order for the 2026 Equinox EV and will not return for the remainder of the model year.

1 Galaxy Gray Metallic has been part of the Equinox EV story since the nameplate’s modern electric debut for the 2024 model year. 1 The understated metallic gray offered buyers a neutral but contemporary alternative to more traditional whites and blacks that dominate most dealer lots.

The color was free. 1Chevrolet did not charge extra for the finish, making it one of the standard no-cost paint choices available to customers configuring the vehicle.

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV Galaxy Gray Metallic color discontinued

Which Trims Offered Galaxy Gray?

1 For the 2026 model year, the color was offered exclusively on the LT trims, specifically the LT1 and LT2. 3 Buyers selecting the LT 2 trim could pair the color with a contrasting roof option, including either a Black roof or a Summit White roof. 3 The paint was also available in conjunction with all interior color combinations offered for both LT trims.

That kind of flexibility made Galaxy Gray one of the more customizable choices in the lineup. Social media fans often called it one of the “coolest colors” available on the Equinox EV, praising it as a unique pick outside the typical black, white, and blue options.

Will Galaxy Gray Return for 2027?

This is the question every disappointed buyer wants answered. 1Chevrolet has not confirmed whether the shade will return for the 2027 model year.

But the outlook is not encouraging. 3Historically, when an exterior paint color reaches an early buildout during a given model year, it often signals the end of availability for that particular hue.

1 Paint availability often fluctuates due to supplier constraints, production planning, or simply evolving design trends that push automakers to refresh color palettes over time. So even if Galaxy Gray does not come back, Chevy may introduce a fresh replacement.

Your only option now: 1For prospective owners of the 2026 Equinox EV, if Galaxy Gray was the color that caught your eye, the only remaining path is to hunt down an example already built and sitting on a dealer lot.

Color Options Still Available for 2026 Equinox EV Buyers

Losing Galaxy Gray hurts, but the Equinox EV still comes with a solid lineup of colors. Here is a quick breakdown of what buyers can still pick:

1 For 2026, Chevrolet also introduced a new Polar White Tricoat finish that adds another premium-looking option to the palette. 6 Customers can pair several main exterior finishes with either a Black or Summit White roof for a more dynamic, personalized appearance.

Why the 2026 Equinox EV Is Still Worth Buying

One lost color does not change the bigger picture. The Equinox EV remains one of the strongest value plays in the American EV market right now.

16 General Motors confirmed that it sold 57,945 Chevrolet Equinox EVs in the U.S. during 2025, making it the best-selling electric vehicle in the country outside of Tesla’s lineup. 16 The Equinox EV’s sales momentum allowed it to overtake the Ford Mustang Mach-E, which had held the title of best-selling non-Tesla EV the previous year.

Here is why buyers keep choosing it:

• Price: 28The cheapest Equinox EV starts at $36,390, including destination. With this month’s rebate, there’s now an 18% discount off MSRP, bringing the price down to just $29,890.
• Range: 14The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV with front-wheel drive can drive on a full battery for up to 319 miles of estimated range.
• Big screen: 14Chevrolet equips the 2026 Equinox EV with an 11-inch digital gauge cluster. Higher trims are available with a massive 17.7-inch display.
• Fast charging: 14The 2026 Equinox EV can add 70 miles of range in about 10 minutes on a rapid charger.
• Space: 14Cargo space is generous, with 26.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats. With those seats folded down, you get a maximum of 57.2 cubic feet.

And the March 2026 deals are hard to ignore. 27After offering a $5,000 discount on 2026 Equinox EV models in January, Chevy is doubling this month with up to $10,000 in total cash allowance. 27Although the max $10,000 discount is only available on the RS trim, Chevy increased the savings on the LT 1 model to $6,500 and the LT 2 to $8,000.

2 Chevy has the lowest-priced 2026 Equinox EV FWD LT with LT1 and the convenience package listed for lease at $259 a month for 39 months with $4,029 due at signing. 2 You can also score 0% APR financing plus an extra $1,250 purchase allowance if you own or lease a 2012 model year or newer non-GM vehicle.

The disappearance of Galaxy Gray Metallic is a small but telling reminder of how quickly things shift in the auto world. Even colors have an expiration date. If you are shopping for a 2026 Equinox EV, the best advice right now is simple: do not wait on your favorite option. With aggressive discounts, strong range, and a proven track record as America’s top-selling non-Tesla EV, the Equinox EV is still a smart buy. But that perfect color or trim might not be there tomorrow.

Drop your thoughts in the comments below. Did you have Galaxy Gray Metallic on your list, or are you eyeing a different shade?