2017 Kia Sportage vs. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox
When comparing the 2017 Kia Sportage's and the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Kia Sportage has the advantage in the areas of reliability and resale value. The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2017 Kia Sportage and 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Kia Sportage's and the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is a better car than the 2017 Kia Sportage.
2017 Kia Sportage vs. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Pricing
A used 2017 Kia Sportage ranges from $11,989 to $20,998 while a used 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is priced between $10,994 to $20,598.
2017 Kia Sportage vs. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Kia Sportage loses 42.8 percent of its value and the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox loses 47.6 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Kia Sportage retains 4.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox.
2017 Kia Sportage vs. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Kia Sportage is 8.2 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Equinox's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Kia Sportage being ranked 6 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Chevrolet Equinox being ranked 7 out of 19. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Kia Sportage is ranked 14 and the Chevrolet Equinox is ranked 17. The Kia Sportage is also ranked 16 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs while the Chevrolet Equinox is ranked 18 out of 56.
2017 Kia Sportage vs. 2017 Chevrolet Equinox Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Kia Sportage is 7.9 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Equinox the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Kia Sportage a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Equinox.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Kia Sportage’s base engine makes 181 horsepower, and the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox base engine makes 182 horsepower. Both the Sportage and the Equinox are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 476 and 583 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 Kia Sportage has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 Kia Sportage and the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
11989 - 20998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.427825
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10994 - 20598
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.476162
Kia Sportage Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1594 / 10
Reliability:
7.8782 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.259381 / 10
Reliability:
7.878144 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia Sportage Rankings
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51 out of / 66Summary Review
The Kia Sportage is a compact sport utility vehicle and a mainstay of Kia’s model line, going through several generations prior to the current Sportage, which debuted in 2017. The Sportage is known for its sharp looks, feature-packed interior, and low cost of entry, with new models costing an average of $28,105 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,380.
Summary Review
The Chevrolet equinox is a compact five-person SUV with a comfortable interior and a smooth ride. The current Equinox was redesigned for the 2018 model year, with new models costing an average of $28,912 and 3-year-old models averaging $21,742.
Pros and Cons
- Smooth ride quality with a quiet interior
- Spacious seating front and rear
- Smart instrumentation and control layout
- Smaller cargo capacity than many rivals
- Acceleration can be sluggish
- Fuel economy adequate at best
Pros and Cons
- Intuitive infotainment system
- Comfortable and spacious interior
- High predicted reliability
- Mediocre interior quality
- Only one powertrain
- Low on cargo space
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Kia Sportage Trim Levels
EX, LX, SX Turbo
2017 Chevrolet Equinox Trim Levels
L, LS, LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6700 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
395 / 583 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
30.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
31.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3305 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3764 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17