Chevrolet Equinox vs. Chevrolet Trax

In comparing the Chevrolet Equinox to the Chevrolet Trax, the Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The Chevrolet Trax has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Chevrolet Equinox and Chevrolet Trax have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Equinox versus the Chevrolet Trax, the Chevrolet Equinox is a better car than the Chevrolet Trax.

Chevrolet Equinox versus Chevrolet Trax Pricing

A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Equinox ranges from $18,999 to $28,994 while a used Chevrolet Trax from the same model year range is priced between $16,500 to $23,975. For a new model, the Chevrolet Equinox's price is between $26,820 and $37,289, with the Chevrolet Trax priced between $22,625 and $26,579.

Chevrolet Equinox versus Chevrolet Trax Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Equinox and Chevrolet Trax is 7.8 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Chevrolet Equinox is ranked 28 out of 61 Best Crossover SUVs and Chevrolet Trax is ranked 29 out of 61, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Chevrolet Equinox’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Trax base engine makes 155 horsepower. The Equinox is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Trax is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Chevrolet Equinox, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Chevrolet Trax, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Chevrolet Trax has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Chevrolet Trax has higher safety ratings than the Chevrolet Equinox, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.79 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.