Chevrolet Equinox vs. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
When comparing the Chevrolet Equinox's and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Equinox has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Equinox's and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a better car than the Chevrolet Equinox.
Chevrolet Equinox vs. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Pricing
A used 2024 Chevrolet Equinox ranges from $28,508 to $38,251 while a used 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is priced between $37,593 to $80,222. For a new model, the Chevrolet Equinox's price is between $27,389 and $38,419, with the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited priced between $43,554 and $77,046.
Chevrolet Equinox vs. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Chevrolet Equinox loses 47.6 percent of its value and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited loses 10.4 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited retains 37.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Chevrolet Equinox.
Chevrolet Equinox vs. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Equinox is 8.3 out of 10 while the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Equinox being ranked 18 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being ranked 7 out of 56.
Chevrolet Equinox vs. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Equinox is 7.9 out of 10. For the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Equinox.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Equinox’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited base engine makes 285 horsepower. The Equinox is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Wrangler Unlimited is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 495 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Equinox the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, a compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Chevrolet Equinox, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Equinox has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
27389 - 38419
Used Asking Price:
28508 - 38251
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.476162
Pricing
New Asking Price:
43554 - 77046
Used Asking Price:
37593 - 80222
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.103605
Chevrolet Equinox Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.259381 / 10
Reliability:
7.878144 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.070944 / 10
Reliability:
8.341888 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Equinox Rankings
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51 out of / 66Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rankings
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25 out of / 31Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Chevrolet Equinox Trim Levels
LS, LT, Premier, RS
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Trim Levels
High Altitude, High Tide, Rubicon, Rubicon 392, Sahara, Sahara Altitude, Sport, Sport Altitude, Sport RHD, Sport S, Willys, Willys Sport
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 / 100000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 495 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
31.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
150.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
73.9 inches
Height:
73.6 inches
Length:
188.4 inches
Wheelbase:
118.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P245/75R17