2026 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2026 Jeep Wrangler Review

Picture of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox

2026 Chevrolet
Equinox

MSRP*: $28,800 to $35,600
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Picture of the 2026 Jeep Wrangler

2026 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $34,895 to $79,995
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 17 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.5 ft3 31.7 - 72.4 ft3
Engine
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 175 hp 270 - 470 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.2 in 166.8 - 188.4 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 73.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.9 in
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.2 in
Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.2 - 41.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Chevrolet Equinox than the Jeep Wrangler. The Jeep Wrangler will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Chevrolet Equinox.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Chevrolet Equinox as you will with the Jeep Wrangler, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Chevrolet Equinox is a better financial choice over the Jeep Wrangler, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Chevrolet Equinox is a little wider than the Jeep Wrangler, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. The Chevrolet Equinox is slightly shorter than the Jeep Wrangler, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Equinox has a lot less horsepower than the Jeep Wrangler.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Equinox does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Jeep Wrangler.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Equinox and the Jeep Wrangler. The Chevrolet Equinox has less cargo space than the Jeep Wrangler, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.