2020 Chevy Equinox vs. 2020 Honda CR-V

Searching for an affordable, reliable compact SUV near Richmond? At Jack Burford Chevrolet, we’re here to help you find the right vehicle. You’ve likely explored the Honda CR-V and also the Chevy Equinox if you’re looking at small SUVs. But how do these two family-friendly SUVs compare to one another? While both provide strong performance, a comfortable interior for your Irvine adventures, and plenty of space, the Equinox comes out ahead in several areas, including price, standard tech features, and roadside assistance coverage. Find out more with Jack Burford Chevrolet. 

Chevy Equinox vs. Honda CR-V: Base Pricing

If you’re like lots of SUV shoppers here in the Berea area, price is often a determining factor in deciding which vehicle you ultimately drive home. When you compare the Chevrolet Equinox and Honda CR-V with regard to base pricing, you’ll note that the Equinox is significantly less expensive:

• 2020 Honda CR-V LX: $25,050 MSRP
• 2020 Chevrolet Equinox L: $23,800 MSRP

Chevy Equinox vs. Honda CR-V: Horsepower & Torque

Both the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox and the 2020 Honda CR-V deliver impressive turbocharged power and plenty of torque:

• 2020 Honda CR-V Base Engine: An inline turbo 4-cylinder provides up to 190-hp and 179 lb-ft of torque
• 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Base Engine: A 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder delivers up to 170-hp and 203 lb-ft of torque

While the CR-V comes out slightly ahead with regard to horsepower, the Equinox offers more torque, making off-the-line acceleration easier. You’ll appreciate that extra torque when merging onto Winchester highways, towing, or making emergency maneuvers from a standstill.

Chevy Equinox vs. Honda CR-V: Technology & Infotainment

An entry-level Chevy Equinox doesn’t just cost less than a comparably equipped Honda CR-V, it also provides more standard technologies and convenience features for the money. Here are just some standard Equinox features you’ll appreciate that require you to pay more in the Honda CR-V:

• Standard Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ Smartphone Integration
• A standard 7-inch Infotainment Touchscreen
• Standard 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability

Chevy Equinox vs. Honda CR-V: Roadside Assistance Coverage

Providing you extra peace-of-mind on the road in Richmond and beyond, both the Honda CR-V and Chevy Equinox come equipped with standard roadside assistance. That said, the roadside assistance coverage provided by the Equinox is more comprehensive than that of the Honda CR-V:

• 2020 Honda CR-V Roadside Assistance: 36 months/36,000 miles

• 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Roadside Assistance: 60 months/60,000 miles

Explore the New Chevrolet Equinox with Jack Burford Chevrolet

With such an abundance of features and technologies, not to mention a lower starting MSRP than the Honda CR-V, the Chevrolet Equinox makes a fantastic new compact SUV choice for your greater Richmond driving needs. Explore this new Chevy SUV even further by contacting us for answers to your other Equinox questions. When you’re ready to find your next Chevy SUV, peruse our Equinox inventory, we’ll tell you more about our convenient Chevy financing solutions, designed to help you save on your new SUV.