2020 Buick Envision vs. 2020 Chevrolet Equinox
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Buick Envision and 2020 Chevrolet Equinox contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Buick Envision and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox.
When we compare the 2020 Buick Envision's and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Buick Envision has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Buick Envision's and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox is a better car than the 2020 Buick Envision.
Pricing: A used 2020 Buick Envision ranges from $19,537 to $29,200 while a used 2020 Chevrolet Equinox is priced between $15,995 to $25,000.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Buick Envision loses 50.7 percent of its value and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox loses 45.2 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox retains 5.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Buick Envision.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Envision is 7.6 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Equinox's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Buick Envision being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Chevrolet Equinox being ranked 5 out of 19 Best Small SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Envision is 5.6 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Equinox the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Equinox an advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Envision.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Buick Envision’s base engine makes 197 horsepower, and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox base engine makes 170 horsepower. The Envision is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 502 miles. The Equinox is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles.This gives the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Buick Envision the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Buick Envision has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room. The 2020 Buick Envision and 2020 Chevrolet Equinox are comparable in regards to front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Buick Envision and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$45,123
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$33,500 - $73,400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$23,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$24,855
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$22,995 - $26,645
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,102
Price Range:
$19,537 - $29,200
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$34,494
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$24,102 - $55,670
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
284
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
47,075
# Good or Great Deals:
103
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,381
Price Range:
$15,995 - $25,000
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$22,143
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$18,125 - $26,362
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2,321
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
61,455
# Good or Great Deals:
799
Buick Envision Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Buick Envision
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
8.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
6.7 - 9.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
18.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Chevrolet Equinox
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
6.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
5.9 - 9.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
9.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1 - 32.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.2 - 21
Buick Envision Rankings
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62 out of / 68Chevrolet Equinox Rankings
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52 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2020 Buick Envision Trim Levels
Base, Essence, Preferred, Premium, Premium II
2020 Chevrolet Equinox Trim Levels
L, LS, LT, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
197 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
203 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 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):
381 / 502 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 31 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
387 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Cargo Space:
26.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Cargo Space:
29.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3755 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
66.8 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3274 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
183.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Exterior Colors
White
Summit White
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
White
Summit White
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Light Neutral w/ Ebony Accents
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Gray
Medium Ash Gray
