Comparison
Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Nissan Leaf
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Chevrolet Equinox EV 319 mi vs 303 mi
Best value Nissan Leaf $34,995 vs $29,990
Faster charging Chevrolet Equinox EV 38 min vs 40 min
Weighted profile Chevrolet Equinox EV 6.7 vs 3.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
319 mi vs 303 mi
Value winner
Nissan Leaf
$99/mi vs $110/mi
Charging winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
38 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Nissan Leaf
278 Wh/mi vs 312 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Chevrolet Equinox EV
83.5 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Chevrolet Equinox EV | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | FWD | SV |
| MSRP (USD) | $34,995 | $29,990 |
| Range | 319 mi | 303 mi |
| Efficiency | 312 Wh/mi • 3.21 mi/kWh | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 85 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| DC max | 159 kW | 100 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 7 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 38 min | 40 min |
| Roadtrip score | 66.2 | 61.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 75 mi | 71 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 110 $/mi | 99 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 26 cu ft | 15 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,499 lb | 2,150 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Chevrolet Equinox EV if you want the longer rated range (319 mi vs 303 mi).
- Choose Chevrolet Equinox EV if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 38 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Leaf looks better ($99/mi vs $110/mi).
Weighted verdict
Chevrolet Equinox EV has the stronger weighted profile (6.7 vs 3.3).
Chevrolet Equinox EV6.7 Nissan Leaf3.3 159 kW38 min 100 kW40 min
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