2026 Chevrolet Equinox vs Toyota RAV4

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        Front exterior side view of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox     
     
       

2026 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2026 Toyota RAV4

       

When dealing with small SUV's they are the standard when it comes it comes to mid-size and affordability, and provide more than enough space for kids to accompany you in the backseat. When it comes to looking for a new SUV, look no further than two of the top selling SUV's in the country, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox, and the 2026 Toyota Rav4. Looking below it shows the comparison for each of the vehicles starting with MSRP and finishing at the safety alert seat. In comparison, the equinox wins in MSRp and the safety protocalls of the vehicle, which make it the perfect vehicle for parents and teenagers. The Rav4 wins in its power it presents with more towing capacity making it the safer option when dealing with cargo and power.

     
   
 
   
           
     
        Compare for yourself     
     
        2026 Chevrolet Equinox     
     
        2026 Toyota RAV4     
   
   
       
     
Model
     
2026 Chevrolet Equinox
     
2026 Toyota RAV4
   
   
       
     
Starting MSRP
     
$28,700* (LT, FWD)
     
$31,900** (LE, FWD)
   
       
     
Max Towing Capacity (lbs.)
     
1,500* (AWD only - FWD: 800 lbs.)
     
3,500** (AWD, XLE trim & up - LE/FWD: 1,750 lbs.)
   
       
     
Rear Leg Room (in.)
     
39.9*
     
37.8**
   
       
     
Teen Driver Technology
     
Standard, all trims*
     
Not offered**
   
       
     
Safety Alert Seat
     
Standard, all trims*
     
Not offered**
   
       
      Towing and MSRP figures vary by trim and drivetrain; AWD raises both price and towing capacity on both vehicles. See a Titan Chevrolet advisor for full trim-by-trim pricing and specs.   
 
   
   
     
       

Why Buy the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox?

       

The 2026 Chevy Equinox saves you money at the get-go with a lower starting MSRP. It also provides more rear legroom at 39.9 inches and Teen Driver technology, which limits the speed and audio volume for younger drivers who take the wheel solo. Its Safety Alert Seat reveals the direction of a hazard by vibrating at the bottom.

     
     
        Rear exterior view of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox     
   
 
       
   

      *https://www.chevrolet.com/shopping/configurator/suvs/2026/equinox/equinox/compare   

   

      *The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Chevrolet vehicles' destination freight charges. Dealer sets the final price. Max towing capacity of 1,500 lbs. and features such as Teen Driver and Safety Alert Seat are available across LT, Activ and RS trims; towing capacity requires all-wheel drive (FWD models are rated to tow up to 800 lbs.).   

   

      **https://www.toyota.com/rav4/   

   

      ** Starting MSRP is the lowest Base MSRP for the series of a model and excludes manufacturer, distributor and dealer options, taxes, title and license and dealer fees and charges. Also excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling of $1,195 for Cars (Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, GR Corolla, Camry, Prius, Prius Plug-in Hybrid, Toyota Crown, Mirai, GR86, GR Supra), $1,450 for Entry SUV (Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross HV), $1,450 for Small SUV (RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, bZ), $1,495 for Mid SUV/Van (4Runner, 4Runner HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander HV, Sienna, Land Cruiser, Toyota Crown Signia), $1,595 for Small Pickup (Tacoma, Tacoma HV), $2,095 for Large Pickup/Large SUV (Tundra, Tundra HV, Sequoia). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota's charge for these services is called "Delivery, Processing and Handling" and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota's overall pricing structure and may be subject to change at any time. Toyota may make a profit on Delivery, Processing and Handling.) Delivery, Processing and Handling in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX may vary. Dealer price will vary. For 2026, all RAV4 trims (LE, SE, XLE Premium, Woodland, XSE and Limited) use a standard hybrid powertrain; max towing of 3,500 lbs. requires all-wheel drive on XLE Premium trim and above (LE AWD and all FWD models are rated to tow up to 1,750 lbs.). Toyota does not offer a Teen Driver or Safety Alert Seat feature.