2020 Chevy Equinox vs. 2020 Ford Escape

Prairie du Chien roads are well-populated with SUVs. You might find yourself struggling between the 2020 Chevy Equinox vs. 2020 Ford Escape like many local drivers. Which is the better buy for the Decorah area? We think that you’ll be blown away by the 2020 Equinox. See for yourself with our Chevy Equinox vs. Ford Escape guide!

Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox: Price

It’s hard to beat the value of the 2020 Chevy Equinox. Check out the price difference of the entry-level and premium trims:

2020 Chevy Equinox

• Entry-Level L Trim: Starts at $23,800 MSRP
• Top Premier Trim: Starts at $32,595 MSRP

2020 Ford Escape

• Entry-Level S Trim: Starts at $24,885 MSRP
• Top Titanium Trim: Starts at $33,550 MSRP

Chevy Equinox vs. Ford Escape: Performance

The Chevy Equinox doesn’t sacrifice power for cost. While both SUVs are similar in horsepower, the Chevy Equinox comes out on top with torque. If you’re planning to tow your boat, whether it’s down the street to the lakefront or on further adventures up north, the Chevy Equinox will be a better option.

2020 Chevrolet Equinox

• Base Engine: 1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder engine
• Horsepower/Torque: Generates 170 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque

2020 Ford Escape

• Base Engine: 1.5L Turbo 3-cylinder engine
• Horsepower/Torque: Generates 181 hp and 190 lb-ft of torque

Ford Escape vs. Chevy Equinox: Features

Pricing and performance specs aren’t everything that will matter to West Union drivers — a well-appointed interior is necessary, too! The Equinox and Escape are both built with an impressive standard suite of features. They both have:

• Their brand-specific infotainment systems
• Color touchscreen displays
• Convenient 2nd-row sliding seats with 60/40 split function

But when you take a closer look, you may find that the Equinox offers more advanced features for your money, especially if you have a young driver driving your new vehicle. Chevy offers the industry-leading teen driving technology that helps new drivers develop good driving habits.

2020 Chevy Equinox Key Features

• Chevy Teen Driver technology
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
• Chevy Infotainment 3 System
• 7-inch color diagonal touchscreen
• Steering wheel-mounted controls
• Keyless open/start

2020 Ford Escape Key Features

• Ford SYNC®
• FordPass Connect™
• Rotary gear shift dial
• Ice Blue® instrument panel cluster lighting
• 4.2-inch Instrument Cluster

Many of the Escape’s features are only available in the more expensive configurations. Take a look at the Chevy Equinox trim levels and see what features you get for the money.

Take a Test Drive in a Brand-New Equinox at Birdnow Dealerships

Between the Chevy Equinox vs. Ford Escape, it’s clear that the 2020 Chevy Equinox will be a better fit for many Oelwein area shoppers. To compare them both side-by-side, contact us at Birdnow Dealerships to schedule a test drive for both the Chevy Equinox vs. Ford Escape!Continue your research by comparing the Ford Escape to the Ford Edge. Want to learn more? Be sure to read up on Equinox gas mileage.