2025 BMW X1 vs. 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW X1

2025 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $41,350 to $50,800
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Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV

2025 Chevrolet
Equinox EV

MSRP*: $33,600 to $43,400
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 57.2 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 220-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 220 hp
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 190.6 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 76.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 39.2 in
Rear 38.5 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
The BMW X1 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Chevrolet Equinox EV, with comparable head- and legroom. The BMW X1 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Chevrolet Equinox EV.

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). Whether you pick the BMW X1 or the Chevrolet Equinox EV, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X1 is much slimmer than the Chevrolet Equinox EV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW X1, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Chevrolet Equinox EV.

Handling
The BMW X1 has the same turning radius as the Chevrolet Equinox EV, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X1 has a little more horsepower than the Chevrolet Equinox EV.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the BMW X1 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Chevrolet Equinox EV.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X1 and the Chevrolet Equinox EV. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the BMW X1 as you will in the Chevrolet Equinox EV.