Chevrolet Equinox vs Mazda CX-30
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mazda CX-30
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet EquinoxLT | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | 2.5 S |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet EquinoxLT | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,000 | $26,375 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet EquinoxLT | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 27 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 24 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.8 gal (best) | 12.7 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet EquinoxLT | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 186 hp (best) |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft | 186 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.5 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet EquinoxLT | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63.5 cu ft (best) | 45.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,428 lbs | 3,395 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in (best) | 104.4 in |
| Length | 183.2 in (best) | 173 in |
| Width | 74.9 in (best) | 70.7 in |
| Height | 65.6 in (best) | 61.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet EquinoxLT | Mazda CX-302.5 S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| 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 | Chevrolet Equinox | Mazda CX-30 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.5 S $26,375 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT $31,000 MSRP | 2.5 S Select Sport $28,060 MSRP |
| 3 | ACTIV $33,900 MSRP | 2.5 S Preferred $29,690 MSRP |
| 4 | ACTIV $35,900 MSRP | 2.5 S Aire Edition $30,250 MSRP |
| 5 | RS $33,900 MSRP | 2.5 S Carbon Edition $31,430 MSRP |
| 6 | RS $35,900 MSRP | 2.5 S Premium $33,640 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 2.5 Turbo Aire Edition $34,410 MSRP |
| 8 | — | 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus $37,900 MSRP |