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2026 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2026 Honda CR-V

Price, size, cabin, cargo, towing, safety and ownership side by side. Every value comes from the cited sources in each model-year profile, and gaps stay labeled instead of guessed.

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Key differences

Where the published numbers differ

No overall winner: each line is one source-backed figure. Decide which ones matter for how you will use the SUV.

AEquinox has

  • Starting pricelower starting price by $2,120
  • Wheelbaselonger wheelbase by 1.2 in
  • Overall widthwider by 1.4 in

BCR-V has

  • Overall lengthlonger by 1.6 in
  • Rear legroommore rear legroom by 1.1 in
  • Cargo behind rear seatmore cargo behind the rear seat by 9.5 cu ft
  • Maximum cargomore maximum cargo by 13.0 cu ft

=Same figure

  • Maximum towing
  • Basic warranty

Head-to-head

The numbers, side by side

Bars share one scale starting at zero, so small real differences are not exaggerated. Where a profile lists several figures, the highest published one is used.

EquinoxCR-V
Starting price2026 Chevrolet Equinox: lower starting price by $2,120
$28,800
$30,920
Overall length2026 Honda CR-V: longer by 1.6 in
183.2 in
184.8 in
Wheelbase2026 Chevrolet Equinox: longer wheelbase by 1.2 in
107.5 in
106.3 in
Overall width2026 Chevrolet Equinox: wider by 1.4 in
74.9 in
73.5 in
Ground clearanceVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration
About 8.1 in
7.8 in FWD; 8.2 in AWD
Rear legroom2026 Honda CR-V: more rear legroom by 1.1 in
39.9 in
41.0 in
Front headroomVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration
40.0 in without sunroof; 38.2 in with sunroof
40.0 in LX; 38.2 in moonroof-equipped trims
Cargo behind rear seat2026 Honda CR-V: more cargo behind the rear seat by 9.5 cu ft
29.8 cu ft
39.3 cu ft
Maximum cargo2026 Honda CR-V: more maximum cargo by 13.0 cu ft
63.5 cu ft
76.5 cu ft
Maximum towingSame published figure
1,500 lb
1,500 lb gas; 1,000 lb hybrid

Decision snapshot

Six buyer questions, without an overall winner.

Each card compares one documented criterion. A lead is shown only when both source-backed values use a compatible measurement; otherwise the raw facts stay visible and the criterion stays unresolved.

Starting priceStarting MSRP
AEquinox$28,8002026 Chevrolet retail pricing
BCR-V$30,920LX, before destination

2026 Chevrolet Equinox has lower published starting MSRP by $2,120.

EfficiencyGas / base fuel economy
AEquinox22 city / 29 highway mpgChevrolet 2026 fuel-economy listing; verify the exact drivetrain label
BCR-VUp to about 28 city / 33 highway mpgHonda published trim/drivetrain figures

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Maximum cargoMaximum cargo volume
AEquinox63.5 cu ftChevrolet published figure
BCR-V76.5 cu ftHonda published figure

2026 Honda CR-V has more published maximum cargo volume by 13.0 cu ft.

Rear-seat roomRear legroom
AEquinox39.9 inEdmunds 2026 Equinox specification listing
BCR-V41.0 inHonda U.S. specification

2026 Honda CR-V has more published rear/second-row legroom by 1.1 in.

Maximum towingMaximum towing
AEquinox1,500 lbProperly equipped AWD models
BCR-V1,500 lb gas; 1,000 lb hybridHonda 2026 CR-V specification by powertrain

The normalized published values are tied for this criterion.

Basic warrantyNew-vehicle / basic warranty
AEquinox3 years / 36,000 milesChevrolet U.S. bumper-to-bumper limited warranty
BCR-V3 years / 36,000 milesHonda U.S. warranty

The normalized published values are tied for this criterion.

Table view

At a glance

Key specifications

6 of 8 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
Starting MSRPDifferent$28,8002026 Chevrolet retail pricing$30,920LX, before destination
Primary engine / system1.5L turbocharged four-cylinderChevrolet U.S. specification1.5L turbocharged four-cylinderHonda U.S. specification
Primary outputDifferent175 hpChevrolet U.S. specification190 hp1.5L turbo
DrivetrainDifferentFWD or AWDAWD availableFWD or Real Time AWDAvailability depends on trim
Seating5Current model specification5Honda U.S. specification
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.8 cu ftChevrolet published figure39.3 cu ftHonda published figure
Maximum cargoDifferent63.5 cu ftChevrolet published figure76.5 cu ftHonda published figure
Maximum towingDifferent1,500 lbAWD configuration1,500 lb gas; 1,000 lb hybridHonda 2026 CR-V specification by powertrain

Price & trims

Pricing and trim lineup

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Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
Starting MSRPDifferent$28,8002026 Chevrolet retail pricing$30,920LX, before destination
Entry trimDifferentLT · $28,800Entry grade with the same 1.5L turbo powertrainLX · $30,920190-hp turbo; FWD standard
Highest listed trimDifferentACTIV · $33,600Rugged-themed trim with its own chassis and appearance detailsSport Touring Hybrid · $42,550Hybrid with standard AWD and top technology package
Trim lineupDifferentLT · RS · ACTIV3 researched trimsLX · EX · Sport Hybrid · EX-L · TrailSport Hybrid · Sport-L Hybrid · Sport Touring Hybrid7 researched trims

Performance

Engine, output and drivetrain

4 of 6 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
Engine / primary system1.5L turbocharged four-cylinderChevrolet U.S. specification1.5L turbocharged four-cylinderHonda U.S. specification
Primary outputDifferent175 hpChevrolet U.S. specification190 hpHonda U.S. specification
TransmissionDifferentCVT with FWD; 8-speed automatic with AWDCurrent-generation Chevrolet specificationCVTHonda U.S. specification
DrivetrainDifferentFWD or AWDAWD availableFWD or Real Time AWDAvailability depends on trim
All-wheel driveDifferentAvailableCurrent model configurationAvailable; standard on TrailSport and Sport Touring HybridHonda trim specification
Hybrid outputData gap—No source-backed value verified yet204 hpHonda U.S. specification

Fuel & efficiency

Fuel and efficiency details

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Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
Fuel typeDifferentGasolineCurrent model specificationRegular unleadedHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Gas / base fuel economyDifferent22 city / 29 highway mpgChevrolet 2026 fuel-economy listing; verify the exact drivetrain labelUp to about 28 city / 33 highway mpgHonda published trim/drivetrain figures
Fuel tankDifferentAbout 14.8 gal FWD; 15.6 gal AWDCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification14.0 galHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Hybrid fuel economyData gap—No source-backed value verified yetUp to 43 city / 36 highway mpgHonda published trim/drivetrain figures
Off-road trim fuel economyData gap—No source-backed value verified yet38 city / 33 highway mpgHonda published configuration figure

Size & footprint

Exterior dimensions

5 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
WheelbaseDifferent107.5 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification106.3 inHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Overall lengthDifferent183.2 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification184.8 inHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Overall widthDifferent74.9 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification73.5 inHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Overall heightDifferent65.6 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification66.2 in FWD; 66.5 in AWDHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Ground clearanceDifferentAbout 8.1 inVaries slightly by trim7.8 in FWD; 8.2 in AWDHonda 2026 CR-V specification

Cabin

Interior space and seating

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Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
Seating5Current model specification5Honda U.S. specification
Front legroomDifferent40.9 inEdmunds 2026 Equinox specification listing41.3 inHonda U.S. specification
Rear legroomDifferent39.9 inEdmunds 2026 Equinox specification listing41.0 inHonda U.S. specification
Front headroomDifferent40.0 in without sunroof; 38.2 in with sunroofCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification40.0 in LX; 38.2 in moonroof-equipped trimsHonda U.S. specification
Rear headroomDifferent39.2 in without sunroof; 37.8 in with sunroofCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification38.2 inHonda U.S. specification
Front shoulder roomDifferent57.7 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification57.9 inHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Rear shoulder roomDifferent55.8 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification55.9 inHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Front hip roomDifferent55.2 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification55.6 inHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Rear hip roomDifferent50.8 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification52.6 inHonda 2026 CR-V specification
Passenger volumeDifferent104.3 cu ft without sunroof; 100.1 cu ft with sunroofCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification106.0 cu ft LX; 103.5 cu ft other trimsHonda 2026 CR-V specification

Cargo

Cargo space and practical measurements

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Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.8 cu ftChevrolet published figure39.3 cu ftHonda published figure
Maximum cargo volumeDifferent63.5 cu ftChevrolet published figure76.5 cu ftHonda published figure
Rear seat60/40 split-foldingCurrent model specification60/40 split-foldingHonda 2026 CR-V seating specification
Underfloor storageData gapYesCurrent model feature—No source-backed value verified yet
Hybrid cargo behind rear seatData gap—No source-backed value verified yet36.3 cu ftHonda published figure
Hybrid maximum cargoData gap—No source-backed value verified yet71.8 cu ftHonda published figure
Width between wheel housingsData gap—No source-backed value verified yetAbout 41 inThird-party/owner reference
Hatch-opening heightData gap—No source-backed value verified yetAbout 32 inThird-party/owner reference

Utility

Towing, seating and capability

2 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
Maximum towingDifferent1,500 lbProperly equipped AWD models1,500 lb gas; 1,000 lb hybridHonda 2026 CR-V specification by powertrain
Lower / standard towing ratingData gap800 lbCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
All-wheel driveDifferentAvailableCurrent model configurationAvailable; standard on TrailSport and Sport Touring HybridHonda trim specification
Rear seat60/40 split-foldingCurrent model specification60/40 split-foldingHonda 2026 CR-V seating specification

Safety

Published safety ratings

2 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
IIHS small overlap frontDifferentAcceptable2026 rating summaryGoodCurrent-generation applicable rating
IIHS updated moderate overlap frontDifferentGoodCurrent-generation applicable ratingPoorCurrent-generation applicable rating
IIHS updated sideGoodCurrent-generation applicable ratingGoodCurrent-generation applicable rating
IIHS headlightsGoodCurrent-generation applicable ratingGoodCurrent-generation applicable rating

Ownership

Warranty and service planning

0 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Honda CR-V
New-vehicle / basic warranty3 years / 36,000 milesChevrolet U.S. bumper-to-bumper limited warranty3 years / 36,000 milesHonda U.S. warranty
Powertrain warranty5 years / 60,000 milesChevrolet U.S. powertrain limited warranty5 years / 60,000 milesHonda U.S. warranty
Roadside assistanceData gap5 years / 60,000 milesChevrolet U.S. roadside-assistance coverage—No source-backed value verified yet
Service planningData gapFollow the vehicle maintenance scheduleChevrolet owner documentation—No source-backed value verified yet
Hybrid coverageData gap—No source-backed value verified yetSee the hybrid warranty booklet for battery/system termsCoverage terms vary by component and state

Safety systems

Driver-assistance equipment and context

A2026 Chevrolet

Equinox

The current-generation Equinox includes a broad standard driver-assistance package. IIHS applies several crashworthiness ratings across the 2025–2027 body, so those applicable-generation results are more useful than ratings from the prior Equinox.

  • Automatic emergency braking and forward collision alert
  • Lane keeping and lane-departure assistance
  • Adaptive cruise control availability
  • Blind-zone and rear cross-traffic assistance
B2026 Honda

CR-V

Honda Sensing is standard across the 2026 CR-V lineup. IIHS current-generation results remain useful where IIHS explicitly carries the same test rating across model years; SUVLook does not transfer a rating where applicability is unclear.

  • Collision Mitigation Braking System
  • Road Departure Mitigation
  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
  • Lane Keeping Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition

Cabin technology

Infotainment, connectivity and convenience

A2026 Chevrolet

Equinox

  • 11.3-inch center infotainment touchscreen with an 11-inch driver information display.
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.
  • Google built-in services and wireless phone charging are available depending on equipment.
  • Multiple camera and parking-assistance features are available by trim and package.
B2026 Honda

CR-V

  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available through the current infotainment system.
  • Wireless phone charging is available on equipped trims.
  • Sport Touring Hybrid adds Google built-in and a Bose premium audio system.
  • A 10.2-inch digital instrument display is included on selected upper trims, including TrailSport Hybrid.

Evidence ledger

Source links and research freshness

AChecked 2026-09-17

2026 Chevrolet Equinox

6 research sources attached to this model-year profile. Row notes in the tables above keep the evidence context for each value.

Chevrolet2026 Equinox model and pricing informationChevrolet NewsroomCurrent-generation Equinox technical specificationsChevrolet2026 fuel-economy listingsChevroletU.S. new-vehicle warranty coverageEdmunds2026 Equinox interior dimensions and specificationsIIHSCurrent-generation Equinox crash and prevention ratings
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Buying context

What to check before choosing a trim

A2026 Chevrolet

Equinox

  1. The same 175-hp engine is used across the main trim range, so trim choice is primarily about drivetrain, equipment and styling rather than a higher-output engine.
  2. AWD materially changes both transmission hardware and the published maximum tow rating.
  3. A sunroof reduces published headroom, which matters for tall-driver fit.
  4. Rigid cargo still needs an exact hatch-opening and floor-length check because Chevrolet does not publish every useful linear cargo measurement.
Research caveat

The older 2018–2024 Equinox has a third-party 39.3-inch seats-up floor-depth measurement. SUVLook does not apply that dimension to the redesigned 2025–2026 Equinox.

Updated 2026-09-176 research sources
B2026 Honda

CR-V

  1. Gas models preserve more published cargo volume than the hybrids, so the more efficient powertrain comes with a packaging trade-off.
  2. The LX has substantially more published front headroom than moonroof-equipped trims.
  3. TrailSport Hybrid is the configuration to inspect when all-terrain tires and standard AWD matter more than the highest fuel-economy figure.
  4. The current generation has generous published rear legroom, but seat comfort and driving position still need an in-person fit check.
Research caveat

The approximately 41-inch wheel-housing width and 32-inch hatch-opening height are not presented as Honda factory dimensions. They are supporting physical references from the cargo guide.

Updated 2026-09-174 research sources

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