Chevrolet

1LT FWD

2LT FWD

2LT AWD

RS AWD

Equinox EV

The Chevrolet Equinox EV arrives as one of the most aggressively priced mainstream electric SUVs on sale, with the entry-level 1LT FWD starting at $33,600 before federal tax credits. It slots into a crowded compact-SUV segment against the Tesla Model Y and Ford Mustang Mach-E, but undercuts most rivals on sticker price. Reviewers at Edmunds and Car and Driver consistently highlight its strong EPA range figure of 319 miles on FWD trims and a well-executed interior that punches above its price point as the two traits most likely to sway buyers.

319-mile EPA range on 1LT and 2LT FWD trims is class-competitive and notably strong for the price tier

Entry price of $33,600 for the 1LT FWD, before the federal tax credit, undercuts most comparable electric compact SUVs

Dual-motor AWD trims produce 300 hp and a 5.9-second 0–60 time, a meaningful upgrade over FWD without requiring a move to a luxury brand

Interior quality and the 17.7-inch diagonal infotainment screen received consistent praise from reviewers as feeling premium relative to the vehicle's price

Google built-in integration with over-the-air update capability gives the software stack a more modern feel than many GM predecessors

AWD models drop EPA range from 319 miles to 285 miles, a 34-mile penalty buyers must weigh against the performance and traction benefit

The RS AWD at $44,295 climbs into territory where Model Y Long Range AWD becomes a direct competitor with a stronger charging network via Tesla Superchargers

DC fast-charging is capped at 150 kW, which is adequate but trails the 250 kW ceiling of rivals like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and reduces charging speed advantage on long trips

Rear cargo volume and passenger space have been noted by reviewers as slightly behind segment leaders such as the Volkswagen ID.4 despite similar exterior dimensions

Hyundai

Limited

Kona Electric

The Hyundai Kona Electric enters the subcompact crossover segment as one of the more affordable purpose-built EVs on the market, starting at $32,975 for the SE. It competes directly with vehicles like the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Nissan Ariya, offering a practical urban footprint with genuine highway capability. Reviewers at Edmunds and InsideEVs have highlighted the SEL and Limited trims' 261-mile EPA range as a standout for the class, while the well-sorted suspension and composed handling draw consistent praise for a front-wheel-drive crossover in this price bracket.

SEL and Limited trims achieve 261 miles of EPA-rated range, competitive for a subcompact EV under $42,000

SEL and Limited deliver 201 hp and a 6.6-second 0–60 time, providing confident acceleration for everyday merging and highway use

Interior quality and feature content punch above the price point, with the Limited offering premium materials reviewers note feel borrowed from a higher segment

Hyundai's reputation for EV reliability and a 10-year/100,000-mile battery warranty provide strong ownership confidence

Compact exterior dimensions make city parking and maneuverability noticeably easier than larger crossover competitors

SE trim's 200-mile range and 8.8-second 0–60 time make it a notably weaker value proposition given only a $4,175 price gap to the much more capable SEL

DC fast-charging speeds are limited compared to Hyundai's own Ioniq 6, with slower replenishment rates that reviewers flag on long road trips

Rear passenger and cargo space is constrained by the subcompact footprint, with InsideEVs noting the cargo area falls short of the Ioniq 5 and comparable non-EV crossovers

All trims are front-wheel-drive only, with no all-wheel-drive option available, limiting traction appeal in snow-belt markets

	Chevrolet Equinox EV	Hyundai Kona Electric
Body type	compact crossover	compact crossover
Trims	4	3
Starting price	$33,600	$32,975
Max EPA range	319 mi	261 mi
Max power	300 hp	201 hp
Quickest 0–60	5.9 s	6.6 s
Federal tax credit	$7,500 eligible	Not eligible
Drive options	Single-Motor FWD Dual-Motor AWD	Single-Motor FWD
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Chevrolet Equinox EV vs. Hyundai Kona Electric