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Chevrolet Equinox vs Jeep Liberty

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Chevrolet Equinox

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2012 Jeep Liberty

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Overview

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTJeep LibertySport
Selected trimLTSport
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272012

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTJeep LibertySport
MSRP$29,000$23,395 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,999 (best)—
Median listing price$32,345 (best)—
Highest listing price$41,835 (best)—
For sale now31 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTJeep LibertySport
Combined MPG27 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG25 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal19.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTJeep LibertySport
Horsepower175 hp210 hp (best)
Torque184 lb-ft235 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.5 L3.7 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTJeep LibertySport
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume63.5 cu ft (best)62.4 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Payload—1,150 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,428 lbs (best)4,076 lbs
Ground clearance—7.8 in (best)
Wheelbase107.5 in (best)106.1 in
Length183.2 in (best)176.9 in
Width74.9 in (best)72.3 in
Height65.6 in (best)—

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTJeep LibertySport
NHTSA overall—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—2 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—1 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimChevrolet EquinoxJeep Liberty
1

LT

$29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$23,395 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LT

$31,000 MSRP

Sport

$25,395 MSRP

3

ACTIV

$33,900 MSRP

Limited

$26,760 MSRP

4

ACTIV

$35,900 MSRP

Limited

$28,360 MSRP

5

RS

$33,900 MSRP

Limited Jet

$26,995 MSRP

6

RS

$35,900 MSRP

Limited Jet

$28,995 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Equinox31 for sale

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Chevrolet Equinox vs Jeep Liberty FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2012 Jeep Liberty?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2012 Jeep Liberty on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2012 Jeep Liberty?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2012 Jeep Liberty starts lower at $23,395. Live Chevrolet Equinox listings start at $10,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2012 Jeep Liberty?
The 2012 Jeep Liberty leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,395).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2012 Jeep Liberty?
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2012 Jeep Liberty?
The 2012 Jeep Liberty leads on horsepower in this comparison (210).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2012 Jeep Liberty?
The 2012 Jeep Liberty leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2012 Jeep Liberty?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Jeep Liberty (3/5 NHTSA overall).