2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2022 Chevrolet Equinox | Edinburg, TX
Both the 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2022 Chevrolet Equinox are wonderful small SUVs that are perfect for small families, young professionals, college students, retirees, and more. The two Chevrolet SUVs sit right next to one another in the automaker’s lineup and offer great fuel economy, plenty of interior space for cargo and passengers, and unique styling that sets them apart from other SUVs in the segment.
But how do you know which is right for you? The best way to determine the right SUV for your lifestyle is to take a test drive at Fiesta Chevrolet in Edinburg, Texas. If you would like to have a good idea of your preference before heading to the dealership, though, you can check out our comparison of the 2022 Chevy Trailblazer and 2022 Chevy Equinox below.
Under the Hood
The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox takes its power from a 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that channels 170 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque through a six-speed automatic transmission. With this engine, the Chevy Equinox can tow up to 1,500 pounds when properly equipped and yields up to 26 mpg in the city and 31 on the highway.* The 2022 Equinox offers a choice of four trim levels — LS, LT, RS, and Premier.
You will have two choices for a powertrain for the 2022 Trailblazer. The standard 1.2-liter turbo engine generates 137 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque and is paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission. You can also get the 1.3-liter turbo engine for ratings of 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque. The 2022 Trailblazer also offers four trim levels — LS, LT, ACTIV, and RS.
Either way you slice it, the Equinox is more powerful than the Trailblazer, but the Trailblazer has the upper hand with fuel economy, earning up to 29 mpg in the city and 34 on the highway.**
Safety
Both the new Chevrolet Trailblazer and the new Chevrolet Equinox come standard with Chevy Safety Assist. This suite of active driver-assist safety technologies includes Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam® Auto High Beam Assist. In addition, both SUVs come standard with a Rear Vision Camera, Rear Seat Reminder, and Teen Driver Technology. Available technologies for both models include Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert.
Interior Space
While the 2022 Trailblazer and 2022 Equinox are similarly sized small crossover SUVs, the Equinox is slightly bigger. That means the compact SUV, though the same height and width as the subcompact Trailblazer, is a little bit longer: approximately 10 inches longer. Both the Trailblazer and Equinox can seat five passengers, but the 10 inches of extra length give the Equinox more cargo space. With rear seats folded, the Chevrolet Equinox boasts up to 63.9 cubic feet of cargo space. The Trailblazer tops out at 54.4 cubic feet of cargo space with rear seats folded. However, the Trailblazer boasts a flat-folding front seat for extra space.
Exterior Styling
Despite offering the same suite of safety features, having similar engines, and being similar in size, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer are very different on the outside. The Trailblazer is known for its rugged exterior design, well-suited to its legendary off-road readiness. You can even get the Trailblazer in a two-tone paint combo. The Equinox, on the other hand, leads toward the more stylish compact SUV look, upscale and elegant.
The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer are both terrific compact SUVs designed to suit your driving needs. Stop in at Fiesta Chevrolet in Edinburg, Texas, to get a closer look at these fun-to-drive models.
*EPA-estimated 26 MPG city/31 highway with 1.5L engine (FWD).
**EPA-estimated 29 MPG city/34 highway (1.3L FWD).