Buick Encore GX vs Chevrolet Equinox
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Chevrolet Equinox
Overview
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Chevrolet EquinoxLT |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Preferred | LT |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Chevrolet EquinoxLT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26,900 (best) | $29,000 |
| Lowest listing price | $21,995 | $10,999 (best) |
| Median listing price | $22,999 (best) | $32,345 |
| Highest listing price | $22,999 (best) | $41,835 |
| For sale now | 3 | 31 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Chevrolet EquinoxLT |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| City MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 14.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Chevrolet EquinoxLT |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 155 hp | 175 hp (best) |
| Torque | 174 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.3 L | 1.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I3 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Chevrolet EquinoxLT |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 50.2 cu ft | 63.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs | 1,000 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 3,428 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 102 in | 107.5 in (best) |
| Length | 171.2 in | 183.2 in (best) |
| Width | 71.4 in | 74.9 in (best) |
| Height | 64.1 in | 65.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick Encore GXPreferred | Chevrolet EquinoxLT |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Encore GX | Chevrolet Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preferred $26,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LT $29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Preferred $28,500 MSRP | LT $31,000 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport Touring $27,700 MSRP | ACTIV $33,900 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport Touring $29,300 MSRP | ACTIV $35,900 MSRP |
| 5 | Avenir $31,700 MSRP | RS $33,900 MSRP |
| 6 | Avenir $33,300 MSRP | RS $35,900 MSRP |
Live inventory
Buick Encore GX3 for sale
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Used2024 Buick Encore GX
Preferred
Summit White•Ebony Seats With Ebony Interior Accents, Cloth With Leatherette Seat Trim12,766 mi$22,999Jay Hatfield GMC of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2024 Buick Encore GX
Preferred
Summit White•Ebony Seats With Ebony Interior Accents, Cloth With Leatherette Seat Trim12,766 mi$22,999Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
- Used
2024 Buick Encore GX
Sport Touring
Ebony Twilight Metallic•Ebony Seats With Ebony Interior Accents, Leatherette Seat Trim26,644 mi$21,995Jay Hatfield Chevrolet
Columbus, KS
Chevrolet Equinox31 for sale
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Used2024 Chevrolet Equinox
LT
Summit White•Jet Black, Premium Cloth Seat Trim45,314 mi$22,681Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2027 Chevrolet Equinox
LT
Radiant Red Tintcoat•Black, Evotex Seat TrimN/A$35,845Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2026 Chevrolet Equinox
RS
Polar White Tricoat•Black With Red Accents, Evotex Seat Trim11 mi$38,985Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2027 Chevrolet Equinox
LT
Mosaic Black Metallic•Black, Cloth Seat TrimN/A$31,035Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
New2027 Chevrolet Equinox
LT
Summit White•Black, Evotex Seat TrimN/A$34,225Jay Hatfield Chevrolet of Pittsburg
Frontenac, KS
Used2023 Chevrolet Equinox
LT
Sterling Gray Metallic•Medium Ash Gray, Premium Cloth Seat Trim44,274 mi$20,821Jay Hatfield GMC Chanute
Chanute, KS
Buick Encore GX vs Chevrolet Equinox FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Buick Encore GX vs 2027 Chevrolet Equinox on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Buick Encore GX starts lower at $26,900. Live Buick Encore GX listings start at $21,995. Live Chevrolet Equinox listings start at $10,999.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
- The 2027 Buick Encore GX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
- The 2027 Buick Encore GX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Buick Encore GX or 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox leads on horsepower in this comparison (175).