Equinox EV vs CX-50
The Equinox EV and the CX-50 sit in the same compact suv class, but Chevrolet and Mazda don’t always agree on what matters most. Neither car runs away with this one; most of the differences are small enough to shrug off.
At a glance
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
Design & Size
Dimensions
| Spec | Equinox EV | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 190.6 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 110.8 in |
Engine & Performance
Names, not numbers: the engine & performance rows below show what each one is built with, and it’s worth reading them side by side.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
Swap one for the other and you’d lose nothing on space & practicality. On space & practicality alone, you can’t go far wrong with either.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
The differences on off-road & towing are small enough to ignore in daily use. The off-road & towing verdict: no winner, and no reason to worry either way.
Safety & Tech
This section is descriptive. The Equinox EV and the CX-50 list different components for safety & tech, and the table spells them out.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Equinox EV | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | 186 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Single-speed | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD (AWD available) | AWD |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Equinox EV | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| Electric range | 319 mi | N/A (not specified) |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Equinox EV | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Equinox EV | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | N/A (not specified) |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Equinox EV | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 190.6 in | N/A (not specified) |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 110.8 in |
Price
| Spec | Equinox EV | CX-50 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 trust Chevrolet and want to keep things familiar
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Equinox EV or the CX-50?
There’s no single right answer. The Equinox EV leads on the things a spec sheet can’t capture and the CX-50 on the things a spec sheet can’t capture.
Executive Summary
If it were just about the brand, you wouldn’t be here. So let’s talk about the Equinox EV and the CX-50 on their merits.
The way I see it, people who prioritize the things a spec sheet can’t capture will be happier with the Equinox EV, and those who prioritize the things a spec sheet can’t capture with the CX-50.
My pick: it genuinely depends, with the Equinox EV ahead on the things a spec sheet can’t capture and the CX-50 ahead on the things a spec sheet can’t capture.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.