Chevy Equinox vs Chevy Traverse

Trying to choose between the 2020 Chevy Equinox and the 2020 Chevy Traverse? You’ve come to the right place! Our team at Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet has put together this detailed comparison to help you choose the best vehicle for your Columbus, Grove City, or Dublin lifestyle. Let’s get started by going over the biggest difference between these two models!

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Chevy Equinox vs Traverse: Design & Space

The biggest difference between the 2020 Chevy Equinox and the 2020 Chevy Traverse is design. The Chevy Equinox classifies as a compact SUV while the Traverse lands in the next class up. As a midsize SUV, the Traverse is quite a bit bigger and offers a third row of seats.

However, both models offer an expansive amount of interior space compared to the models in their respective classes. Both offer around 41 inches of front-seat legroom and more than 38 inches of legroom for second-row passengers.

In addition to having a third row of seats, the Traverse also offers extra cargo space. With the rear seats folded, it offers 98.2 total cubic feet of cargo space. For a compact SUV, the Equinox doesn’t mess around with just under 64 total cubic feet of cargo space to offer.

Performance: Commanders in Both Classes

The Traverse’s larger frame easily accommodates a more robust engine. Under the hood, you’ll find a powerful 3.6L V6 motor pumping out 310 horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. With this kind of power, the Chevy Equinox can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.

The Chevy Equinox has a leg up when it comes to variety and efficiency. This model gives you two engines to choose from: A 1.5L turbo powertrain and a 2.0L turbo option. The former achieves an EPA-estimated 31 MPG on the highway, ideal for commutes.

You get the best of both worlds with the Equinox’s available 2.0L turbo engine, which makes 252 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. Enjoy a peppy drive to work during the week and move the family camper to the lake on the weekends thanks to this model’s 3,500-pound towing capacity.

Equinox vs Traverse: Technology Features

As Chevy vehicles, the Equinox and the Traverse offer many of the same tech features. For starters, both can be equipped with the latest Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System, which offers Bluetooth®, smartphone integration, navigation, and a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot.

Additionally, both models come with a slew of advanced active safety features including:

• Automatically Emergency Braking
• Forward Collision Alert
• Front Pedestrian Braking
• IntelliBeam® Headlamps
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning

The only difference between these SUVs in regards to these features is they come standard with the Equinox while most are electable available features with the Traverse.

Take a Test Drive: Choose Your Chevy SUV!

As you can see, both the 2020 Chevy Equinox and the 2020 Chevy Traverse are leaders in their own respective classes. The only way to decide which is best for your lifestyle is to get behind the wheel with us at Mark Wahlberg Chevrolet. Drivers near Columbus, Grove City, and Dublin can schedule a test drive—or two—by giving us a call today!