2024 Chevy Equinox vs 2024 Nissan Rogue

• 2024 Chevy Equinox

  

  Starting at

  $26,600^[a]

  2024 Nissan Rogue

  

  Starting at

  $29,810

  3/36k	Basic Warranty (yr/mi)	3/36k
  3,274	Curb Weight (lbs)	3,457
  4	Trim Levels (num)	4

  If you’re in the market for a stylish and well-priced compact SUV, then you might be considering the 2024 Chevy Equinox vs 2024 Nissan Rogue. Both are from reputable manufacturers and became available within just a couple of years of each other in the early 2000s, so both Chevrolet and Nissan have had plenty of time to perfect these models.

  You might know that each one delivers great fuel economy figures thanks to their small dimensions, and you might know that each one boasts an attractive MSRP, but there is a lot more than meets the eye with these two compact SUVs. To expand on that, we’ve done a deep dive into each model to find what they have in common and how they differ.

• Performance

  

  Many drivers want to know what it will feel like to drive these vehicles and how well they do in conserving fuel. On this front, drivers should be satisfied with either model. With great city and highway figures, both the 2024 Chevy Equinox and the 2024 Nissan Rogue are ideal commuter vehicles that will save you money at the pump. The Equinox has a 1.5-liter I-4 under its hood, while the Rogue has a 1.5-liter I-3; with an extra cylinder in the Equinox, drivers who appreciate some additional power in high-speed situations might prefer the Chevy.

  These two options have different types of transmissions, too. While the Equinox has a six-speed automatic, the Rogue has a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). One isn’t necessarily better than the other; it really depends on driver preference. CVTs differ from automatics in that, in place of a set number of preset gears, they have unlimited gear ratios to match the driving style and road conditions. Some drivers like the almost non-existent shifting feel of a CVT; some feel it detracts from their driving experience. It is, however, worth noting that CVTs are known to be more expensive to repair than automatics and don’t tend to last as long.

  With either of these compact SUVs, you can confidently tow 1,500 lbs. Clearly, with a number like that, they aren’t trailering gargantuan machines, but they can tow a small boat, a trailer loaded with a dirt bike or two, or a camping pod.

  Should your trips take you to some rougher terrain, you have access to temporary all-wheel drive on either model. On the Equinox, it’s called switchable AWD. As its name promises, you can switch it on or off. However, many drivers choose to just keep it on at all times because it’s smart and will only send extra power to the rear wheels when it senses a loss in traction. That means it will automatically remain in front-wheel drive when appropriate, ensuring you get those maximum fuel economy figures whenever possible.

  The Rogue gets Intelligent All-Wheel Drive which, as you get to know it, is a lot like Chevy’s switchable AWD. It, too, monitors the traction at all wheels and only sends extra power to the rear wheels when necessary.

• Interior

  

  Moving into the cabin, we see how the driver and their passengers would experience riding in either model.

  Starting with the driver’s seats, both models have available ones that are eight-way power adjustable, making it easy to adjust your seat to the perfect position for comfortable, safe stretches behind the wheel. Each model also has available memory settings for the driver’s seat and exterior mirrors, so your seat can recall your preferred angles for each of these critical elements; they will automatically reset to your preferred settings each time you start the vehicle, which is nice if anyone has tampered with them, like a valet or family member.

  Only the Equinox offers the same eight-way power adjustability the driver enjoys to the front-seat passenger. The best the front-seat passenger can hope for in the Rogue is a four-way power-adjustable seat. So, if you regularly have a finicky co-pilot, they’ll be happier in the Equinox. The Equinox focuses more on passenger comfort in an additional way, as it offers heated and ventilated front seats. The Rogue only offers heated ones, so on really hot days, you can’t get that full-body breeze you get in the Equinox. Depending on the climate where you live, this could be a deciding factor.

  Enjoying some natural sunlight is easy in both vehicles thanks to large sunroofs. So, if you’re looking for that ideal road trip vehicle that lets you take in your surroundings, you’ll be satisfied with either model. As for the cargo area, each model boasts a hands-free motion sensor liftgate. When equipped, all you have to do is make a kicking motion beneath the trunk, and it will automatically open. This is a great perk for people who regularly find themselves with their arms full and nobody around to open the trunk for them.

  The Nissan does have its popular Divide-n-Hide system. Between its shelves and dividers, it creates over a dozen ways to store and conceal the items in your trunk. While the Equinox doesn’t offer this, it does have the Cargo Package, which gives you a retractable cargo shade to hide your items from prying eyes, as well as a vertical cargo net that helps you divide the contents of your trunk.

• Technology

  

  Many drivers want to know about technology features in modern vehicles. Both the Equinox and Rogue should be up to the standards of demanding shoppers, so let’s take a look at how they’re similar and different.

  Both models offer smartphone compatibility, which means you’ll be able to connect your smartphone to the infotainment system, seeing your apps populate right on the in-vehicle touchscreen. You can then control your favorite apps from the touchscreen. While each model can connect to Apple and Android phones, only the Equinox offers wireless compatibility for both phone brands. The Rogue offers wireless Apple CarPlay, but Android devices will need to be connected via a USB cord. So, if you own an Android and were hoping for a cord-free dash area, you’ll want to go with the Equinox.

  Each vehicle also gets its available premium audio system from Bose, so demanding audiophiles should be pleased with the surround-sound listening experience available in either model. However, when it comes to blocking out unwanted sounds, the Equinox is the model to get. It boasts active noise cancellation as standard across all trims. This savvy system produces sound frequencies that cancel out noises from the road, tires, and outside environment, creating a peaceful and quiet cabin. If you simply can’t stand a noisy interior, then you’ll be happier in the Equinox.

  Drivers who live somewhere with extreme weather fluctuations will appreciate the remote start capabilities of each model. This feature lets you turn on the vehicle before you even get in, which means you can activate the climate control before you get in, too. If you never want to slide into a freezing cold or smoldering hot cabin again, you’ll love the remote start.

  Driver assistance features are some of the most inquired-about technology features in new vehicles. The standard driver assistance features of both vehicles can help you predict and prevent accidents. Each one has automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keep and lane-departure warnings, and high-beam assist. However, the Equinox takes driver assistance technologies a bit further.

  While both models have cruise control, only the Equinox has available adaptive cruise control, which not only maintains your desired speed but also slows and accelerates to maintain the desired distance from other vehicles. The Equinox also has Chevy’s popular Teen Driver mode. This feature lets you do things like set speed and volume limits for teen drivers and even review an after-drive report card that shows you your teen’s driving habits. This feature, in particular, makes the Equinox a great first vehicle for a newly licensed driver.

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