2019 Equinox vs Escape Inverness, FL
Compact crossovers are among the most popular vehicles in America. Why? They are highly efficient yet offer some towing power, they offer flexible seating and cargo space, and they are packed with some of the industry’s leading entertainment and safety technologies. Two of the leading offerings in the segment are from American automakers: the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox and the 2019 Ford Escape. The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, however, is clearly superior to the 2019 Ford Escape.
Here’s why:
Price
In most vehicle segments, but especially in compact vehicle segments, price is an important consideration. The 2019 Chevy Equinox starts at a slightly lower price point than the 2019 Ford Escape. The Equinox carries a starting MSRP of $23,800 while the Escape starts at $24,105. There’s no escaping it: The Escape is more expensive than the Equinox.
Power
The standard engine powering the new 2019 Equinox is a 1.5-liter I-4, which produces 170 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. Under the hood of the 2019 Escape is a 2.5-liter I-4 that only produces 168 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. The Equinox is also available with a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine (252 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque) and a 1.6-liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine (137 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque)
Fuel Economy
Despite being more powerful, the Chevy Equinox’s base engine is more fuel-efficient than the Ford Escape’s. The Equinox manages 26 miles per gallon in the city and 32 on the highway.* The Escape only achieves 21 miles per gallon in the city and 29 on the highway.* The Equinox’s turbo-diesel achieves up to 39 miles per gallon on the highway.*
Passenger Volume
Finally, the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox offers more interior space for its passengers: 100 cubic feet of passenger volume compared to just 99 cubic feet in the 2019 Ford Escape.
It’s clear that the 2019 Chevy Equinox is the winner of this battle. To see it in person and take it for a spin, contact us at Love Chevrolet.
*EPA estimated.
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