Equinox vs. The Competition

2025 Chevrolet Equinox vs. The Competition

HOW DOES THE 2025 CHEVY EQUINOX COMPARE TO FORD ESCAPE AND NISSAN ROGUE?

The Chevy Equinox is a popular compact SUV for Kansas City drivers. When compared to the competition, it brings quite a bit to the table. But, when shopping for a new SUV for sale, it is important to review your options, and our team at Cable Dahmer Chevrolet of Kansas City wants to help with that. We are pinning the 2025 Chevy Equinox against two of its competitors, the Ford Escape and Nissan Rogue, allowing you to make an informed buying decision. 

2025 Chevy Equinox vs. 2025 Ford Escape

Performance and Capability

• The Chevy Equinox has a slight advantage, with 26 MPG city and 31 MPG highway, compared to the Escape's 24 MPG city and 30 MPG highway.
• Both offer front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive options, but the Escape has more powertrain choices, including hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants.
• The Escape can tow up to 2,000 lbs, while the Equinox is limited to 1,500 lbs.

Interior and Tech

• The Equinox has a larger cargo capacity of 63.9 cu. ft. compared to the Escape's 37.5 cu. ft.
• The Escape comes standard with more advanced safety features like Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and Automatic Emergency Braking.
• The Escape offers a more extensive list of tech features, including a 13.2-inch touchscreen and a 360-degree camera.

Value and Pricing

• According to J.D. Power, the Equinox has a higher predicted reliability score of 90 out of 100, compared to the Escape's 81 out of 100.
• The 2025 Chevy Equinox has a starting MSRP of $26,600. On the other hand, the Ford Escape starts at $29,495.

While the Ford Escape does have a slight edge in some respects, if you want an efficient SUV with the latest safety tech, the new Chevy Equinox is the clear winner.

2025 Chevy Equinox vs. 2025 Nissan Rogue

Performance

• The Equinox has a standard 170 horsepower engine, with an optional 252 horsepower V6 engine, providing more power and performance compared to the Rogue's 170 horsepower standard engine.
• The Equinox also offers a diesel engine option, which is uncommon in the compact SUV segment.
• The Rogue, on the other hand, has a more fuel-efficient powertrain, with its standard engine achieving up to 33 mpg, compared to the Equinox's 28 mpg.

Interior and Cargo Space

• The Rogue offers more overall cargo space, with 74.1 cubic feet behind the front seats, compared to the Equinox's 63.9 cubic feet.
• However, the Equinox has more rear-seat legroom, providing a more comfortable experience for passengers.

Technology and Safety

• The Equinox comes standard with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, with an 8-inch screen available. It offers features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• The Rogue can be equipped with a larger 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 9-inch touchscreen, as well as wireless smartphone charging and a 360-degree camera system.
• Both vehicles offer advanced safety features, such as forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assist, but the Equinox may have a more comprehensive suite of safety technologies.

Value and Pricing

• The Equinox's starting price is around $27,000, compared to the Rogue's base price of $29,000.
• However, the Rogue may offer more value in terms of its standard features and fuel efficiency.

Although the Nissan Rogue is an attractive SUV, the 2025 Equinox can come equipped with more safety features. It also has a more affordable starting price, which can help if you need a new vehicle on a budget.

Find a Chevy Equinox For Sale Near You

If you are in search of a new SUV for sale near KC, our team at Cable Dahmer Chevrolet of Kansas City is ready to help. Coming with a unique value proposition and legitimate practicality, the 2025 Equinox is worthy of your consideration. 

You can shop our new Chevy inventory online, or you can visit our store in order to learn more.