Chevrolet Trax vs. Equinox Comparison
The Chevy Equinox and the Trax are both very capable two-row SUVs that offer a lot of similar features and advantages. Both have attractive interiors and reassuring safety features along with efficient engine options. In addition, both give you excellent fuel economy and an affordable price tag. But there are significant differences and unique benefits depending on which model you choose. Here's a comparison of the new Chevy Trax and the new Chevy Equinox that are both available in our new inventory at Mike Reed Chevrolet in Hinesville, GA.
A comparison of performance
The new Chevy Equinox is a compact crossover that's larger than the subcompact Chevy Trax so the Equinox has a larger engine. The Equinox starts with a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that generates 175 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque. Both SUVs offer Savannah, GA buyers a standard 6-speed automatic transmission and standard front-wheel drive. But unlike the Trax, the Chevy Equinox has an available active all-wheel drive system.
With its more powerful engine, the Chevy Equinox can tow 1500 pounds while the Chevy Trax is not rated for towing. Meanwhile the new Chevy Trax operates with a smaller 1.2-liter three-cylinder turbocharged engine with an output of 137 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. Both the Trax and the Equinox have efficient engines with the smaller Trax giving you a fuel economy edge. The Equinox delivers 26 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway compared with 28 MPG in the city for the Trax and 32 MPG on Fort Stewart, GA highways.
A comparison of dimensions
The Equinox is longer, wider, and taller than the Trax and that's evident in the interior. The new Equinox is 183.1 inches long, 72.6 inches wide, and 65.4 inches tall. The smaller Trax SUV is 178.6 inches long, 71.8 inches wide, and 61.42 inches tall. Inside both SUVs, drivers and passengers will find a good amount of headroom, legroom, and cargo space. While the Equinox offers more room, both SUVs feature have a good amount of second-row passenger space.
In terms of cargo, the subcompact Chevy Trax gives Pooler, GA drivers 25.6 cubic feet of space behind the second row and a maximum of 54.1 cubic feet when the second row is folded down. The larger Equinox offers more room for cargo, starting with 29.9 cubic feet behind the second row seating and 63.9 cubic feet when you fold down the second row. Both Chevy SUVs come with split-folding second-row seating, creating more cargo and seating capacity options.
A comparison of interiors
Whether you buy the Chevy Trax or the Equinox, you and your passengers will have more interior room than you might be expect in a two-row SUV. Both models come with cloth seating surfaces, supportive front bucket seats, and a touch-screen interface as well as a standard rearview camera.
The Trax offers available synthetic leather seat trim, while the Equinox has optional perforated leather seating surfaces. With an intuitive Chevy infotainment system, smartphone integration, and an available Wi-Fi hotspot available on both models, the Equinox and the Trax have a lot to offer Jesup, GA customers.
A comparison of safety features
The Chevy Safety Assist package is standard on both the Trax and the Equinox. The safety package includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keeping Assist with Lane Departure Warning and Intellibeam headlights. Available safety features in both models include a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and StabiliTrak, an electronic stability control system with traction control.
Do your own comparison at our dealership
We have a good selection of new Chevy Equinox and Trax SUVs on hand that you can review in person. If you're on a more limited budget, we have Equinox and Trax models available in our used inventory. Feel free to shop online to see what we currently have available and come take a closer look at Mike Reed Chevrolet in Hinesville, GA.
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1559 E. Oglethorpe hwy
Hinesville, GA 31313
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