Spring and summer bring good weather that you just have to take advantage of with some travel for family and friends. But how do you get where you want to go with all your friends and stuff? The obvious answer is an SUV, but you need to figure out what SUV suits your needs. That’s why we’re comparing the Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Traverse to determine which is Chevy’s top SUV this year!
Take a look at the breakdown below.
What Makes You Stop and Stare? Exterior Comparison
The Chevrolet Equinox is a small SUV with four reasonably-priced trims – the standard LS, LT, RS, and ultimate model Premier. Being reasonably priced doesn’t mean they skimped on style, with a nicely sloped roof, eye-catching black wheels, and eight different exterior color options.
The Traverse adds luxury and sports style as a mid-size SUV with LS, LT Cloth, LT Leather, RS, Premier, and luxurious High Country trims. With a boxier, front-focused shape and multiple dark and grey colors, it can blend in until you’re ready to stand out.
Both SUVs have Redline and Midnight editions that take black coloring to the next level, but only the Traverse has Sport and RS editions that provide specific flair.
How’s the Drive? Interior Comparison
The interior of the Chevrolet Equinox has two rows of seats with hidden storage on the floor. A convenient center console leads up to a large infotainment display, and there’s plenty of legroom in the front. Total cargo space is just under 64 cubic feet. Choose between two interior colors to create a comfortable style.
The Chevrolet Traverse seats eight across three rows while leaving enough room for a best-in-class 98 cubic feet of cargo space. With three options for interior colors, adjustable seats for passengers and storage, and an infotainment center that shifts upward for your viewing convenience, you’ll be in the lap of luxury in the Traverse.
What’s Under the Hood and Behind the Trunk? Power and Towing Comparison
The Equinox has a 1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder engine and 6-speed automatic transmission, giving it 26 mpg in the city and 31 on the highway and the ability to tow over 1,000 pounds – pretty good for a little SUV!
The Chevy Traverse, on the other hand, has a 3.6L V6 engine with an impressive 9-speed automatic transmission. While it’s too big to have a great fuel economy – 18 mpg in the city and only 27 on the highway – it can tow as much as 5,000 pounds.
Do You Want Fries With That? Features and Technology Comparision
Finally, some features: the Chevrolet Equinox is made to be a first car for young adults with a built-in Alexa and Teen Driver Technology for safety.
The Chevrolet Traverse is made for older drivers or people with special driving needs – it has accessibility features like a remote power liftgate, ramp compatibility, and auditory alerts and controls.
Now that you know all that, it leaves the final question: which SUV is better? For fuel economy, size, and price, take the Chevrolet Equinox. But go for the Chevrolet Traverse for luxury, towing, and assistance features!
Which are you buying?
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