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2026 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2026 Nissan Rogue

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

  • Overall lengthlonger by 0.2 in
  • Overall widthwider by 2.5 in
  • Rear legroommore rear legroom by 1.4 in

BRogue has

  • Maximum cargomore maximum cargo by 10.6 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.

EquinoxRogue
Overall length2026 Chevrolet Equinox: longer by 0.2 in
183.2 in
About 183 in
Overall width2026 Chevrolet Equinox: wider by 2.5 in
74.9 in
72.4 in
Rear legroom2026 Chevrolet Equinox: more rear legroom by 1.4 in
39.9 in
38.5 in
Cargo behind rear seatVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration
29.8 cu ft
36.5 cu ft without moonroof; 36.3 cu ft with moonroof
Maximum cargo2026 Nissan Rogue: more maximum cargo by 10.6 cu ft
63.5 cu ft
74.1 cu ft
Maximum towingSame published figure
1,500 lb
1,500 lb

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
BRogue2026 trimS entry trim

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

EfficiencyGas / base fuel economy
AEquinox22 city / 29 highway mpgChevrolet 2026 fuel-economy listing; verify the exact drivetrain label
BRogueVaries by trim and drivetrainUse the EPA/Monroney label for the exact 2026 configuration

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

Maximum cargoMaximum cargo volume
AEquinox63.5 cu ftChevrolet published figure
BRogue74.1 cu ftNissan published figure

2026 Nissan Rogue has more published maximum cargo volume by 10.6 cu ft.

Rear-seat roomRear legroom
AEquinox39.9 inEdmunds 2026 Equinox specification listing
BRogue38.5 inCurrent-generation Nissan specification

2026 Chevrolet Equinox has more published rear/second-row legroom by 1.4 in.

Maximum towingMaximum towing
AEquinox1,500 lbProperly equipped AWD models
BRogue1,500 lbProperly equipped

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
BRogue3 years / 36,000 milesNissan U.S. new-vehicle warranty

The normalized published values are tied for this criterion.

Table view

At a glance

Key specifications

5 of 8 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
Starting MSRPData gap$28,8002026 Chevrolet retail pricing—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary engine / systemDifferent1.5L turbocharged four-cylinderChevrolet U.S. specification1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinderNissan U.S. specification
Primary outputDifferent175 hpChevrolet U.S. specification201 hp225 lb-ft
DrivetrainDifferentFWD or AWDAWD availableFWD or Intelligent AWDAvailability depends on grade
Seating5Current model specification52026 gasoline Rogue
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.8 cu ftChevrolet published figure36.5 cu ft without moonroof; 36.3 cu ft with moonroof2026 Nissan brochure
Maximum cargoDifferent63.5 cu ftChevrolet published figure74.1 cu ft2026 Nissan figure
Maximum towing1,500 lbAWD configuration1,500 lbProperly equipped

Price & trims

Pricing and trim lineup

4 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
Starting MSRPDifferent$28,8002026 Chevrolet retail pricing2026 trimS entry trim
Entry trimDifferentLT · $28,800Entry grade with the same 1.5L turbo powertrainS · 2026 trimCore equipment and Safety Shield 360
Highest listed trimDifferentACTIV · $33,600Rugged-themed trim with its own chassis and appearance detailsPlatinum · 2026 trimTop luxury and technology grade
Trim lineupDifferentLT · RS · ACTIV3 researched trimsS · SV · Dark Armor · Rock Creek · Platinum5 researched trims

Performance

Engine, output and drivetrain

4 of 6 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
Engine / primary systemDifferent1.5L turbocharged four-cylinderChevrolet U.S. specification1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinderNissan U.S. specification
Primary outputDifferent175 hpChevrolet U.S. specification201 hpNissan U.S. specification
TransmissionDifferentCVT with FWD; 8-speed automatic with AWDCurrent-generation Chevrolet specificationXtronic CVTNissan U.S. specification
DrivetrainDifferentFWD or AWDAWD availableFWD or Intelligent AWDAvailability depends on grade
All-wheel driveData gapAvailableCurrent model configuration—No source-backed value verified yet
TorqueData gap—No source-backed value verified yet225 lb-ftNissan U.S. specification

Fuel & efficiency

Fuel and efficiency details

2 of 3 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
Fuel typeDifferentGasolineCurrent model specificationRegular gasolineGasoline Rogue specification
Gas / base fuel economyDifferent22 city / 29 highway mpgChevrolet 2026 fuel-economy listing; verify the exact drivetrain labelVaries by trim and drivetrainUse the EPA/Monroney label for the exact 2026 configuration
Fuel tankData gapAbout 14.8 gal FWD; 15.6 gal AWDCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet

Size & footprint

Exterior dimensions

3 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
WheelbaseData gap107.5 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Overall lengthDifferent183.2 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specificationAbout 183 inCurrent-generation Nissan specification
Overall widthDifferent74.9 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification72.4 inCurrent-generation Nissan specification
Overall heightDifferent65.6 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specificationAbout 66.5 inVaries by configuration
Ground clearanceData gapAbout 8.1 inVaries slightly by trim—No source-backed value verified yet

Cabin

Interior space and seating

2 of 10 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
Seating5Current model specification52026 gasoline Rogue
Front legroomDifferent40.9 inEdmunds 2026 Equinox specification listing41.5 inCurrent-generation Nissan specification
Rear legroomDifferent39.9 inEdmunds 2026 Equinox specification listing38.5 inCurrent-generation Nissan specification
Front headroomData gap40.0 in without sunroof; 38.2 in with sunroofCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Rear headroomData gap39.2 in without sunroof; 37.8 in with sunroofCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Front shoulder roomData gap57.7 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Rear shoulder roomData gap55.8 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Front hip roomData gap55.2 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Rear hip roomData gap50.8 inCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Passenger volumeData gap104.3 cu ft without sunroof; 100.1 cu ft with sunroofCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet

Cargo

Cargo space and practical measurements

2 of 8 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.8 cu ftChevrolet published figure36.5 cu ft without moonroof; 36.3 cu ft with moonroof2026 Nissan brochure
Maximum cargo volumeDifferent63.5 cu ftChevrolet published figure74.1 cu ftNissan published figure
Rear seatData gap60/40 split-foldingCurrent model specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Underfloor storageData gapYesCurrent model feature—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo length, seats upData gap—No source-backed value verified yet36.8 inPublished current-generation reference
Cargo length, seats foldedData gap—No source-backed value verified yet72.0 inPublished current-generation reference
Cargo-area widthData gap—No source-backed value verified yet43.0 inPublished current-generation reference
Cargo-area heightData gap—No source-backed value verified yet34.2 inPublished current-generation reference

Utility

Towing, seating and capability

1 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
Maximum towing1,500 lbProperly equipped AWD models1,500 lbProperly equipped
Lower / standard towing ratingData gap800 lbCurrent-generation Chevrolet specification—No source-backed value verified yet
All-wheel driveDifferentAvailableCurrent model configurationFWD or Intelligent AWDAvailability depends on grade
Rear seatData gap60/40 split-foldingCurrent model specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo widthData gap—No source-backed value verified yet43.0 inPublished current-generation reference

Safety

Published safety ratings

2 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
IIHS small overlap frontDifferentAcceptable2026 rating summaryGood2026 rating
IIHS updated moderate overlap frontDifferentGoodCurrent-generation applicable ratingAcceptable2026 rating
IIHS updated sideGoodCurrent-generation applicable ratingGood2026 rating
IIHS headlightsData gapGoodCurrent-generation applicable rating—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS whiplash preventionData gap—No source-backed value verified yetMarginal2026 rating

Ownership

Warranty and service planning

1 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2026 Chevrolet EquinoxB2026 Nissan Rogue
New-vehicle / basic warranty3 years / 36,000 milesChevrolet U.S. bumper-to-bumper limited warranty3 years / 36,000 milesNissan U.S. new-vehicle warranty
Powertrain warranty5 years / 60,000 milesChevrolet U.S. powertrain limited warranty5 years / 60,000 milesNissan U.S. new-vehicle warranty
Roadside assistanceDifferent5 years / 60,000 milesChevrolet U.S. roadside-assistance coverage3 years / 36,000 milesNissan U.S. coverage
Service planningData gapFollow the vehicle maintenance scheduleChevrolet owner documentation—No source-backed value verified yet

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 Nissan

Rogue

The 2026 Rogue includes Nissan Safety Shield 360 and earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick award. Individual ratings are more informative than the badge alone because the updated moderate-overlap and whiplash tests show different results.

  • Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
  • Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning and Rear Automatic Braking
  • ProPILOT Assist available on selected trims

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 Nissan

Rogue

  • NissanConnect 8-inch touchscreen is used on lower trims; a 12.3-inch system is available on upper trims.
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay is available with the larger infotainment system.
  • ProPILOT Assist is available for highway driver assistance on selected grades.
  • Around View Monitor functions and additional camera views are available on upper or adventure-oriented trims.

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 Nissan

Rogue

  1. The live Nissan site now mixes the market conversation with 2026.5, so a used or leftover 2026 should be evaluated from its original window sticker rather than current trim pricing.
  2. Cargo volume behind the second row is 36.5 cubic feet without the moonroof and 36.3 cubic feet with the moonroof in Nissan’s 2026 brochure, so roof equipment should stay attached to the number.
  3. The 43-inch cargo width is a maximum-width field, not a guaranteed rectangular width between the wheel housings.
  4. Rock Creek is the relevant 2026 grade for shoppers prioritizing standard AWD, all-terrain tires and Hill Descent Control.
Research caveat

Keep the measurement label attached to the number. Maximum width is not interchangeable with wheel-housing width, and the two nearby seats-up volume figures reflect different published contexts.

Updated 2026-09-163 research sources

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