Performance & Powertrain
The Equinox comes with AWD standard across all trims, while on the CR-V, AWD is an available upgrade on the base LX. This means buyers have to factor that into their budget from the start.
| Specifications |
2026 Chevrolet Equinox |
2026 Honda CR-V |
| Engine |
1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder |
1.5L Turbo (gas) or 2.0L Hybrid Transmission |
| Transmission |
8-speed automatic |
CVT (gas) / e-CVT (hybrid) |
| Drivetrain |
AWD (standard) |
AWD (available) |
Technology & Interior
This is where the Equinox pulls ahead most noticeably. Its standard 11.3-inch Google built-in display, 5G connectivity, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control all come included from the base trim with no packages required.
The CR-V offers a solid 9-inch touchscreen on most trims with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto and standard wireless charging, but several comfort features like a heated steering wheel and heated rear seats are reserved for higher trims. Drivers who want a well-equipped cabin without working up through the trim ladder will find the Equinox the easier, more affordable path to get there.
Safety
Both vehicles come well-equipped straight from the factory:
2026 Chevrolet Equinox — Chevrolet Safety Assist (standard):
- Automatic Emergency Braking (including intersections)
- Blind Zone Steering Assist
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- Rear Park Assist
2026 Honda CR-V — Honda Sensing (standard):
- Collision Mitigation Braking
- Blind Spot Information System
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Traffic Sign Recognition
Both suites are comprehensive and genuinely competitive, so it’s safe to say it’s a draw between these two.
2026 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2026 Honda CR-V Verdict
While the CR-V is a strong SUV, the Equinox wins on standard technology, standard AWD, and overall value at the base trim level, making it the smarter buy for most drivers who don't want to pay extra just to get the features they actually want.
Shop the 2026 Equinox at Barry Cullen Chevrolet in Guelph, ON
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