Equinox vs RAV4
Vs Toyota RAV4
AWARDS & SAFETY
The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox received the lowest rate of reported problems among compact SUVs in the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality (based on 2019 vehicles) and Vehicle Dependability Studies (based on 2016 vehicles). Based on the experiences of real owners, Equinox quality topped the competition in initial and long-term quality1.
The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox was awarded the NHTSA 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score for Safety2.
The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's3 dedication to occupant safety has earned it the NHTSA's coveted 5-star Overall Crash Rating, 5-star Overall Frontal Crash Rating and 5-star Overall Side Crash Rating10.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|
| Overall Crash Rating | |
| 53 | 511 |
| Overall Frontal Crash Rating | |
| 53 | 411 |
| Overall Side Crash Rating | |
| 53 | 511 |
FEATURES
Is it possible to get increased visibility while using less energy? With the HID Headlights that come standard on the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox5, the answer is yes. On the 2020 Toyota RAV4, those brilliant, energy-efficient HID headlights are a pricey add-on.
The refinement and luxury of leather seating is a standard feature in the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox6, but it's only available as an add-on option in the 2020 Toyota RAV4.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|
| HID Headlights | |
| standard5 | - |
| Leather Seating | |
| standard6 | - |
PERFORMANCE
Want more power and higher top speeds? Consider the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox7, boasting 33 more horses and 26 more horses per ton than the 2020 Toyota RAV48.
The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's7 increased torque - 2607 lb.-ft. vs. 1848 lb.-ft. - can mean the difference between easy going and a sluggish ride.
Enjoy the increased safety, fuel economy, and yes, fun, of the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's3 optional turbocharged engine. Sadly, turbo isn't an option on the 2020 Toyota RAV4.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | |
| 2527 | 2199 |
| Horsepower Per Ton | |
| 1467 | 1208 |
| Torque | |
| 2607 | 1848 |
| Turbocharged | |
| has3 | - |
USABILITY
There's no need to scoot the driver's seat all the way back - the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox7 offers ample front leg room, 1 inch more than the 2020 Toyota RAV411.
Even an increase of just an inch or two in wheel base can mean more stability, and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox3 has 2 more of those stability-increasing inches.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|
| Front Leg Room | |
| 407 | 3912 |
| Wheelbase | |
| 1073 | 10512 |
PRICING & WARRANTY
With an MSRP of $2,150 less than the 2020 Toyota RAV411, the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox3 provides the budget-conscious buyer enough cost savings to fill the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's3 gas tank two dozen times, with a little money left over for road-trip snacks13.
In the very unlikely event you'll need it, help is just a phone call away, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's3 Roadside Assistance, standard for 3 years longer than 2020 Toyota RAV411.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Toyota RAV4 |
|---|---|
| MSRP | |
| $23,8003 | $25,95011 |
| Roadside Assistance | |
| 53 | 211 |
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1 - The Chevrolet Equinox received the lowest rate of reported problems among compact SUVs in the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Initial Quality (IQS) and Vehicle Dependability (VDS) Studies. IQS measures new vehicle owners’ experience with their own vehicle after 90 days of ownership. VDS measures long-term quality for the original owners’ experience with their 2016 model year vehicle during the 12 months prior to the survey. For J.D. Power 2019 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.
2 - Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.nhtsa.gov).
3 - 2020 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr L w/1SM
4 - Average American drives 13,476 miles per year(source: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/ohim/onh00/bar8.htm.
5 - 2020 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr LT w/1LT
6 - 2020 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr Premier w/1LZ
7 - 2020 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr LT w/2LT
8 - 2020 Toyota RAV4 LE FWD (Natl)
9 - 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid LE AWD (GS)
10 - Learn more at: http://www.safercar.gov/Safety+Ratings.
11 - 2020 Toyota RAV4 LE FWD (GS)
12 - 2020 Toyota RAV4 LE FWD (SE)
13 - Based on the price of $40.00 to fill the gas tank.