Equinox EV vs Tucson
Different logos, same mission. The Equinox EV and the Tucson both want to be your next car. Lay the spec sheets side by side and you’ll see more overlap than contrast.
At a glance
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
Design & Size
Dimensions
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 190.6 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | N/A (not specified) |
Engine & Performance
Here the spec sheet speaks in model names and types. Compare the Equinox EV and the Tucson row by row in the table below.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
Both the Equinox EV and the Tucson cover space & practicality equally well on paper. Both cover space & practicality well enough that other priorities should break the tie.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
Swap one for the other and you’d lose nothing on off-road & towing. The takeaway: off-road & towing is not where these two differ.
Safety & Tech
On safety & tech, the useful details are the names in the table: what each one uses, not a figure we can rank.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Battery electric | Gas |
| Engine | Single-motor electric | 2.5L I4 |
| Total system output | N/A (not specified) | 187 hp |
| Torque | N/A (not specified) | 178 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Single-speed | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD (AWD available) | FWD (AWD available) |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Electric range | 319 mi | N/A (not specified) |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo (behind rear seats) | 26.4 cu ft | N/A (not specified) |
| Cargo (seats folded) | 57.2 cu ft | N/A (not specified) |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Max towing | N/A (not specified) | 2,000 lb |
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Largest touchscreen | 17.7 in Biggest touchscreen | N/A (not specified) |
| Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | No Apple CarPlay / Android Auto (Google built-in) | N/A (not specified) |
| Driver-assist suite | Chevy Safety Assist | Hyundai SmartSense |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 190.6 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | N/A (not specified) |
Price
| Spec | Equinox EV | Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $33,600 | N/A (not specified) |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Equinox EV if…
- you’re comfortable with how Chevrolet does things
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for most people, the Equinox EV or the Tucson?
It depends on your priorities: the Equinox EV is stronger on the things a spec sheet can’t capture, while the Tucson leads on the things a spec sheet can’t capture.
Executive Summary
Let me cut through the brand noise around the Equinox EV and the Tucson.
I’d steer the things a spec sheet can’t capture fans toward the Equinox EV and the things a spec sheet can’t capture fans toward the Tucson.
My pick: there’s no single winner, so choose the Equinox EV for the things a spec sheet can’t capture or the Tucson for the things a spec sheet can’t capture.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.