Chevrolet Bolt EUV vs. Chevrolet Equinox
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chevrolet Bolt EUV and 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 Chevrolet Bolt EUV and the Chevrolet Equinox.
In comparing the Chevrolet Bolt EUV's and the Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Bolt EUV's and the Chevrolet Equinox's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Equinox is a better car than the Chevrolet Bolt EUV.
Pricing: A used 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV ranges from $17,000 to $28,765 while a used 2023 Chevrolet Equinox is priced between $19,000 to $28,781. For a new model, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV's price is between $29,142 and $38,043, with the Chevrolet Equinox priced between $26,729 and $38,600.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV loses 62.8 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Equinox loses 49.6 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Equinox retains 13.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Bolt EUV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chevrolet Bolt EUV’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Equinox base engine makes 175 horsepower. The Bolt EUV is rated to deliver an average of 125 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 247 miles. The Equinox is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Bolt EUV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Equinox the advantage in maximum range. The Bolt EUV uses electricity, and the Equinox uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chevrolet Equinox, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Bolt EUV, a electric SUV, has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The Chevrolet Bolt EUV and Chevrolet Equinox are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Chevrolet Bolt EUV and the Chevrolet Equinox have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
29142 - 38043
Starting MSRP:
27800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
41203
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
27800 - 49900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
26729 - 38600
Starting MSRP:
26600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
27723
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
23610 - 37695
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
22513
Price Range:
17000 - 28765
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
28060
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
20576 - 35815
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
341
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
37548
# Good or Great Deals:
127
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
23261
Price Range:
19000 - 28781
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
26187
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
21318 - 30705
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2456
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
49946
# Good or Great Deals:
1334
Chevrolet Bolt EUV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Equinox Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Equinox
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
9.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
7.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.173
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1136022009097708
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
5.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.4 - 14.8
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.979112909580555
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.3 - 17.9
Chevrolet Bolt EUV Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 82Ranking
19 out of / 82Ranking
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61 out of / 82Ranking
81 out of / 82Chevrolet Equinox Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
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16 out of / 54Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
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50 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chevrolet Bolt EUV Trim Levels
LT, Premier
Chevrolet Equinox Trim Levels
LS, LT, Premier, RS
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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp
Torque:
266 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
203 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
125 / 104 / 115
Range (city/hwy):
247 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
66 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
7 hours (240V)
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
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
387 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.3 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:
133.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3680 lbs
Width:
80.6 inches
Height:
63.6 inches
Length:
169.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
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:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Bright Blue Metallic / Ice Blue Metallic
Gray
Gray Ghost Metallic
Red
Radiant Red Tintcoat
Silver
Silver Flare Metallic
White
Summit White
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Blue Glow Metallic
Gray
Sterling Gray Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black / Jet Black/Nightshift Blue
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Medium Ash Gray
