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Chevrolet Equinox vs Nissan Xterra

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

Vehicles

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2027 Chevrolet Equinox

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2015 Nissan Xterra

Overview

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTNissan XterraX
Selected trimLTX
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic5-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272015

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTNissan XterraX
MSRP$29,000$23,660 (best)
Lowest listing price$4,995 (best)$8,199
Median listing price$28,881$10,369 (best)
Highest listing price$43,839$11,500 (best)
For sale now343 (best)3

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTNissan XterraX
Combined MPG27 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG25 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank14.8 gal21.1 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTNissan XterraX
Horsepower175 hp261 hp (best)
Torque184 lb-ft281 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.5 L4 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTNissan XterraX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume63.5 cu ft65.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs5,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,428 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.2 in (best)
Wheelbase107.5 in (best)106.3 in
Length183.2 in (best)178.7 in
Width74.9 in (best)72.8 in
Height65.6 in74.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet EquinoxLTNissan XterraX
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)
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 EquinoxNissan Xterra
1

LT

$29,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

X

$23,660 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LT

$31,000 MSRP

X

$25,710 MSRP

3

ACTIV

$33,900 MSRP

S

$25,670 MSRP

4

ACTIV

$35,900 MSRP

S

$26,670 MSRP

5

RS

$33,900 MSRP

S

$27,720 MSRP

6

RS

$35,900 MSRP

PRO-4X

$30,590 MSRP

7

PRO-4X

$31,640 MSRP

Live inventory

Chevrolet Equinox vs Nissan Xterra FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2015 Nissan Xterra 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 2015 Nissan Xterra?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Nissan Xterra starts lower at $23,660. Live Chevrolet Equinox listings start at $4,995. Live Nissan Xterra listings start at $8,199.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,660).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on horsepower in this comparison (261).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Chevrolet Equinox or 2015 Nissan Xterra?
The 2015 Nissan Xterra leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2015 Nissan Xterra?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Xterra (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).