Chevrolet Equinox vs Pontiac Torrent
Overview | |
Years produced2005-Present | Years produced2006-2009 |
MSRP$28,800 | MSRP$24,045 |
Listings328 | Listings5 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummarySummary: The Detroit automakers have focused more on their bread-and-butter full-size pickup trucks in recent years, but General Motors still has a balanced lineup that includes several crossovers aimed at the heart of the market. The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox competes with segment stalwarts such as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 and is related to the more upscale GMC Terrain. It was redesigned for the 2025 model year, which means changes for 2026 are limited to a standard drive mode selector and a new Polar White exterior color. Verdict: The Equinox does everything a compact crossover should, but doesn’t set a new bar for the segment. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine Name3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque210 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.8 cu ft | Cargo Space35.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3428 lbs | Curb Weight3660 lbs |
Height65.6 in | Height69.3 in |
Length183.2 in | Length188.8 in |
Width74.9 in | Width71.4 in |
Wheelbase107.5 in | Wheelbase112.5 in |
Maximum Payload1202 lbs | Maximum Payload1314 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload | Standard Payload1410 lbs |
Maximum Towing Capacity800 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2005-Present | 2006-2009 |
MSRP | $28,800 | $24,045 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Summary: The Detroit automakers have focused more on their bread-and-butter full-size pickup trucks in recent years, but General Motors still has a balanced lineup that includes several crossovers aimed at the heart of the market. The 2026 Chevrolet Equinox competes with segment stalwarts such as the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4 and is related to the more upscale GMC Terrain. It was redesigned for the 2025 model year, which means changes for 2026 are limited to a standard drive mode selector and a new Polar White exterior color. Verdict: The Equinox does everything a compact crossover should, but doesn’t set a new bar for the segment. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 3.4L 185 hp V6 |
Torque | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 210 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 185 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Optional |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.8 cu ft | 35.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3428 lbs | 3660 lbs |
Height | 65.6 in | 69.3 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 188.8 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 71.4 in |
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 112.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1202 lbs | 1314 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1410 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 800 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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