Equinox vs Sorento
Vs Kia Sorento
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 Rating8.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|
| Overall Crash Rating | |
| 53 | - |
| Overall Frontal Crash Rating | |
| 53 | - |
| Overall Side Crash Rating | |
| 53 | - |
EFFICIENCY
Who says you can't have both luxury and eco-friendly fuel efficiency? The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox3 offers more miles per gallon both in the city and on the highway than the 2020 Kia Sorento4 - 4 more and 2 more MPGs, respectively - meaning you'll use less fuel and emit fewer greenhouse gases, while still enjoying the luxury and performance you've come to expect from Chevrolet. Bravo!
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|
| EPA Estimated City MPG | |
| 263 | 224 |
| EPA Estimated Highway MPG | |
| 313 | 294 |
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 Kia Sorento, those brilliant, energy-efficient HID headlights are a pricey add-on.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|
| HID Headlights | |
| standard5 | - |
PERFORMANCE
The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's6 increased torque - 2606 lb.-ft. vs. 2527 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 Kia Sorento.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|
| Torque | |
| 2606 | 2527 |
| Turbocharged | |
| has3 | - |
USABILITY
There's no need to scoot the driver's seat all the way back - the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox6 offers ample front leg room, 1 inch more than the 2020 Kia Sorento4.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|
| Front Leg Room | |
| 406 | 394 |
PRICING & WARRANTY
With an MSRP of $3,190 less than the 2020 Kia Sorento4, 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 snacks9.
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Kia Sorento |
|---|---|
| MSRP | |
| $23,8003 | $26,9904 |
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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 - 2020 Kia Sorento L FWD
5 - 2020 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr LT w/1LT
6 - 2020 Chevrolet Equinox FWD 4dr LT w/2LT
7 - 2020 Kia Sorento S V6 FWD
8 - Learn more at: http://www.safercar.gov/Safety+Ratings.
9 - Based on the price of $40.00 to fill the gas tank.