How the 2023 Chevy Equinox Matches Against the Honda CR-V & Ford Escape
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Ford Escape
And then, there were three. The 2023 Chevy Equinox is in the same weight class as the 2023 Honda CR-V and the 2023 Ford Escape. So naturally, we all knew they would bump heads. But, we made sure each competitor kept their cool and remained cordial during the meeting. For a relaxed review of these three dynamic crossover SUVs, you can read ahead and find out how the popular Chevy Equinox performs against its main competition.
Performance
So, first things first, we'll set this straight. You won't win any races with the Chevy Equinox, Ford Escape, or Honda CR-V (unless they're racing each other). But that doesn't mean you can't have a little fun behind the wheel.
Chevy Equinox
The Chevy Equinox delivers road-gripping handling and solid performance. Its turbocharged I4, 1.5L engine gives 175 horsepower and 203 lb.-ft. of torque. So, you still have a solid amount of power to merge onto the freeway in Newark and maneuver through traffic. But fuel efficiency is where the Equinox hangs its hat. The EPA-estimated 26/31 MPG city/highway will help keep the load light on your bank account by eliminating multiple trips to the pump. And that's what truly matters most.
Honda CR-V
While the Honda CR-V's intercooled Turbo I-4, 1.5L engine offers 190 horsepower and 179 lb.-ft. of torque. That's solid for an SUV created purely for cost-effective efficiency. The Honda CR-V's gas mileage is a few ticks lower than the Equinox. You'll squeeze out an EPA-estimated 23/31 MPG city/highway.
Ford Escape
The Ford Escape does well with efficiency. It offers an EPA-estimated 28/34 MPG city/highway with the standard 1.5L 3-cylinder engine. This baseline setup delivers 181 horsepower. The Ford Escape offers three different powertrains, including a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder.
Safety
Each model considers safety a top priority. When you're carrying family members or friends around Hanover or Summit, NJ, each model can provide a safe and secure ride. But, one model offers much more at the base level than any of its competition.
Chevy Equinox
The key here is the abundance of standard features for the Chevy Equinox. You'll have more standard security than competitors with features like electronic stability control, lane departure warning, and lane-keeping assistance. Upgrades, like blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, will remove the neck-craning, over-the-shoulder looks while trying to change lanes on the highway. If you're not in the clear, these alerts will make sure you know when it's safe to cross over. Also new this year is the electronically assisted braking system known as "E-boost."
Honda CR-V
Electronic stability control, traction control, lane-keeping assistance, and lane departure warning are some of the standard features for the Honda CR-V. But, the good thing is this. With an upgrade, you can bundle many more safety features. Mainly the features that are already standard on the Chevy Equinox.
Ford Escape
The Ford Co-Pilot360 delivers standard safety features like forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring. Each feature is designed to prevent collisions and enhance your safety on the road in West Caldwell.
Infotainment and Interior Design
Travel with fun. Travel in comfort. With the Chevy Equinox, you don't have to choose just one. Here's how the Equinox matches up with the other two competitors.
Chevy Equinox
Chevy is stocked with various entertainment and interior features. You'll enjoy the responsive 7-inch infotainment touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot for enhanced streaming on connected devices. With an upgrade, you can add an inch to your infotainment screen for an improved 8-inch display. You can upgrade to dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a remote start with the RS trim.
Honda CR-V
The standards are low for the Honda CR-V—so much so that you'll have to pay a little extra for the standard features on the Chevy Equinox. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration and Wi-Fi connectivity are available for these models, as well as a standard 5.0-inch touchscreen.
Ford Escape
The Ford Escape revamped its interior design for 2023. Textured cloth seat upholstery is available at the entry-level trim. The higher trim levels, like the Platinum model, are layered with faux-leather seating surfaces. An 8-inch infotainment screen is the baseline entertainment for the Ford Escape. But higher trim levels come with a 13.2-inch touchscreen. Also available with an upgrade is the ten-speaker B&O sound system, a pop-up head-up display, and a 12.3-inch cluster screen.
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