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Chevrolet Equinox vs Kia Sportage

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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2027 Kia Sportage

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Overview

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTKia SportageLX
Selected trimLTLX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTKia SportageLX
MSRP$29,000 (best)$30,590
Lowest listing price$4,995 (best)$12,275
Median listing price$29,873 (best)$33,355
Highest listing price$43,839$43,325 (best)
For sale now353932 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTKia SportageLX
Combined MPG27 MPG41 MPG (best)
City MPG25 MPG40 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG42 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14.8 gal (best)13.7 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTKia SportageLX
Horsepower175 hp232 hp (best)
Torque184 lb-ft271 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.5 L1.6 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTKia SportageLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume63.5 cu ft73.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs2,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,428 lbs (best)3,598 lbs
Ground clearance—7.1 in (best)
Wheelbase107.5 in108.5 in (best)
Length183.2 in184.4 in (best)
Width74.9 in (best)73.4 in
Height65.6 in (best)65.4 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTKia SportageLX
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimChevrolet EquinoxKia Sportage
1

LT

$29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LT

$31,000 MSRP

S

$31,290 MSRP

3

ACTIV

$33,900 MSRP

S

$32,890 MSRP

4

ACTIV

$35,900 MSRP

EX

$32,290 MSRP

5

RS

$33,900 MSRP

EX

$33,890 MSRP

6

RS

$35,900 MSRP

X-Line

$35,790 MSRP

7—

X-Line

$40,590 MSRP

8—

SX-Prestige

$40,690 MSRP

9—

X-Line Prestige

$47,390 MSRP

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Chevrolet Equinox vs Kia Sportage FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2027 Kia Sportage?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2027 Kia Sportage 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 2027 Kia Sportage?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox starts lower at $29,000. Live Chevrolet Equinox listings start at $4,995. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,000).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2027 Kia Sportage?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).