2016 Chevrolet Equinox vs. Its Competition

2016 Chevrolet Equinox
Bengt Halvorson Bengt Halvorson Senior Editor

Consider the larger Chevrolet Traverse if you’re already thinking about stepping up to the V-6 engine and a top-trim LTZ—or if you like the idea of more space and a third-row seat.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox2016 Chevrolet Equinox
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Quick Specs
7.8
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has one of the most spacious, quiet, and versatile interiors among smaller crossovers, and it loads on the value.
8.2
The 2016 Ford Edge has everything you might want in a tech-focused, stylish crossover—as long as you don't require third-row seating or a luxury badge.
7.8
The 2016 GMC Terrain is a compact crossover with a little more room than some of its rivals, which pays off in big comfort and better hauling capabilities.
8.0
The 2016 Honda CR-V has its priorities in the right place, with lots of space and features—but performance takes a back seat.
8.0
The 2016 Hyundai Tucson caters to drivers that put styling and features at the top of their crossover-SUV wish list.
8.4
The 2016 Subaru Forester continues to be a good value and one of the best small SUVs you can buy, with superb all-weather capability, safety ratings, and versatility.
MSRP From     
$22,600$28,700$23,975$23,845$22,700$22,395
Gas Mileage     
20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy17 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy25 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy21 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy22 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Gas I4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Gas/Ethanol I4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded H-4
EPA Class     
2WD Sport Utility VehicleSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD2WD Sport Utility VehicleSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 4WD
Style Name     
FWD 4-Door L4-Door SE FWDFWD 4-Door SL2WD 5-Door LXFWD 4-Door SE4-Door Manual 2.5i PZEV
Drivetrain     
Front Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
Sport Utility VehicleSport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
AutomaticAutomatic w/ODAutomaticCVT w/ODAutomatic w/ODManual w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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