Comparison
BMW i4 vs Chevrolet Equinox EV
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Chevrolet Equinox EV 318 mi vs 319 mi
Best value Chevrolet Equinox EV $57,900 vs $34,995
Faster charging BMW i4 30 min vs 38 min
Weighted profile BMW i4 6 vs 4
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
319 mi vs 318 mi
Value winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
$110/mi vs $182/mi
Charging winner
BMW i4
30 min vs 38 min
Efficiency winner
BMW i4
302 Wh/mi vs 312 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
BMW i4
84.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i4 | Chevrolet Equinox EV |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | FWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $57,900 | $34,995 |
| Range | 318 mi | 319 mi |
| Efficiency | 302 Wh/mi • 3.31 mi/kWh | 312 Wh/mi • 3.21 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80.7 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 250 kW | 159 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 30 min | 38 min |
| Roadtrip score | 77.9 | 66.2 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 94 mi | 75 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 182 $/mi | 110 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 118 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 26 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 1,499 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Chevrolet Equinox EV if you want the longer rated range (319 mi vs 318 mi).
- Choose BMW i4 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 30 min vs 38 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Chevrolet Equinox EV looks better ($110/mi vs $182/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW i4 has the stronger weighted profile (6 vs 4).
BMW i46 Chevrolet Equinox EV4 250 kW30 min 159 kW38 min
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