The 2023 GMC Terrain and Chevrolet Equinox are both polished yet practical five-passenger SUVs. While both share many similarities, you’ll find key differences like transmission type, driver assist features available, and more. Learn more by reading through this 2023 GMC Terrain vs. Chevy Equinox comparison crafted by the Fox Valley Buick GMC team.
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Both the 2023 GMC Terrain and 2023 Chevy Equinox have handsome profiles and distinguished embellishments. You’ll be able to equip 17- to 19-inch wheels to either model. The GMC Terrain offers unique C-shaped LED signature lighting that the Chevy Equinox does not. Other available 2023 GMC Terrain exterior features include:
2023 GMC Terrain
2023 GMC Terrain
2023 GMC Terrain
Get comfortable in either the 2023 GMC Terrain or 2023 Chevy Equinox cabin. Warm up after a long day skiing with the heated front seats and steering wheel on either model. Connect to your model’s infotainment system with handy wireless smartphone connectivity. Other available 2023 GMC Terrain interior and infotainment features include:
The 2023 GMC Terrain and 2023 Chevy Equinox are both paired with the same dynamic 1.5L turbo four-cylinder engine, but come with different transmissions. The Terrain offers a nine-speed automatic transmission across the lineup, while the Equinox comes with a six-speed automatic transmission on every model. The Equinox engine offers slightly better fuel economy, but the performance specs are otherwise identical. Both models can be built with either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). View GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox engine specs in the accompanying table.
| GMC Terrain | 2023 Model | Chevy Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5L turbo four-cylinder | Engine | 1.5L turbo four-cylinder |
| 175 HP | Horsepower | 175 HP |
| 203 lb.-ft. | Torque | 203 lb.-ft. |
| 24 / 29 | MPG (city / hwy) | 26 / 31 |
| 1,500 lbs. | Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs. |
2023 GMC Terrain
The 2023 GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox are virtually identical space-wise, with the Equinox cabin being slightly larger. Both offer fold-flat seats with 60/40 split and rear seat release levers to make configuring cargo capacity and seating arrangements easier. View GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox interior dimensions in the accompanying table.
| GMC Terrain | 2023 Model | Chevy Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| Five | Passenger Capacity | Five |
| 63.3 cu.-ft. | Max. Cargo Capacity | 63.9 cu.-ft. |
| 29.6 cu.-ft. | Cargo Capacity (behind second-row) | 29.9 cu.-ft. |
| 40/38.5 in. | Headroom (front/rear) | 40/38.5 in. |
| 40.9/39.7 in. | Legroom (front/rear) | 40.9/39.9 in. |
Protect your loved ones in either the 2023 GMC Terrain or Chevy Equinox. Both models share most of the same driver assistance features, with the exception of hill descent control, which is only available on the GMC Terrain. The GMC Terrain also offers an optional package called GMC Pro Safety Plus, which consists of adaptive cruise control, rear park assist, and a safety alert seat. The safety alert seat is available on both models. It delivers directional vibrations in the driver’s seat in the event of a potential collision so you can try to take evasive action.
Other available driver assistance features offered on both the 2023 GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox include:
2023 GMC Terrain & Chevy Equinox Driver Assist Features
2023 GMC Terrain
Grab the attention of passersby when you drive a 2022 GMC Terrain or Chevrolet Equinox. Both of these compact SUVs are designed to deliver impressive fuel economy, wireless smartphone connectivity, and more. The GMC Terrain also offers the exclusive, luxury Denali trim package. Learn about both SUVs in this GMC Terrain vs. Chevy Equinox comparison crafted by the Fox Valley Buick GMC team.
Interested in the 2022 GMC Terrain? View our online inventory and pair your favorite model with a GMC Terrain offer. Then, contact our Buick GMC dealership in St. Charles, IL, by phone at (630) 338-0202 or message us through our online form to discuss your next steps.
The 2022 GMC Terrain starts at $31,395, while the 2022 Chevy Equinox has a starting MSRP of $27,695.
Feast your eyes on elegant curves and take advantage of practical accommodations when you drive either a 2022 GMC Terrain or 2022 Chevy Equinox. Stop to admire the unique C-shaped LED signature lighting only offered on the GMC Terrain. Both SUVs feature LED headlamps and tail lamps to illuminate the road. You’re sure to appreciate the available hands-free power liftgate on both, which allows you to use memory settings to set your preferred height for the gate when it opens. And you’ll have a choice between 17-, 18-, or 19-inch wheels. Other 2022 GMC Terrain exterior features include:
Appreciate the finer things in life when you slide into either a 2022 GMC Terrain or 2022 Chevy Equinox. Features exclusive to the GMC Terrain include a flat-folding front passenger seatback, an available heated steering wheel, and available Amazon Alexa built-in virtual assistant. You’ll also find an available six-way power front passenger’s seat on the GMC Terrain and an eight-way power front passenger’s seat on the Chevy Equinox. Other GMC Terrain and Chevy Equinox interior and technology features include:
|
GMC Terrain |
2022 SUV |
Chevy Equinox |
|
Available |
Eight-way Power Driver’s Seat with Two-way Lumbar |
Available |
|
Available |
Ventilated Front Seats |
Available |
|
Available |
Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel |
Available |
|
Standard |
Wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ |
Standard |
|
Available |
Seven-speaker Bose® Premium Audio System |
Available |
|
Standard |
8-in. Infotainment System with Available Navigation |
Available |
|
4.2 or 8 in. |
Driver Information Center |
3.5, 4.2, or 8-in. |
Embrace excellent fuel efficiency when you drive either a 2022 GMC Terrain or a 2022 Chevy Equinox. While both feature virtually identical engines, one notable difference is that the Terrain comes equipped with a nine-speed automatic transmission, while the Equinox is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. View Terrain and Equinox engine specs in the following chart.
|
GMC Terrain |
2022 SUV |
Chevy Equinox |
|
1.5L turbo four-cylinder |
Engine |
1.5L turbo four-cylinder |
|
170 HP |
Horsepower |
170 HP |
|
203 lb.-ft. |
Torque |
203 lb.-ft. |
|
25/30 |
MPG (city/hwy) |
26/31 |
|
1,500 lbs. |
Towing Capacity |
1,500 lbs. |
|
Nine-speed automatic |
Transmission |
Six-speed automatic |
Configure your interior as needed in either the 2022 GMC Terrain or 2022 Chevy Equinox. Both offer rear seat release levers to lower your seats from the cargo hold as needed. You can protect your groceries from the sun with help from a retractable cargo shade available on both. Read through the following dimensions table for detailed interior specs.
|
GMC Terrain |
2022 SUV |
Chevy Equinox |
|
Five |
Passenger Capacity |
Five |
|
63.3 cu.-ft. |
Max. Cargo Capacity |
63.9 cu.-ft. |
|
29.6 cu.-ft. |
Trunk Capacity |
29.9 cu.-ft. |
|
40 in. |
First-Row Headroom |
40 in. |
|
38.5 in. |
Second-Row Headroom |
38.5 in. |
|
40.9 in. |
First-Row Legroom |
40.9 in. |
|
39.7 in. |
Second-Row Legroom |
39.9 in. |
Give your confidence a boost with help from the driver assistance features included with both the 2022 GMC Terrain and 2022 Chevy Equinox. The GMC Terrain offers exclusive driver assist features like a newly available head-up display and hill descent control. Features standard and available on both SUVs include:
Both the 2020 GMC Terrain and 2020 Chevy Equinox are reliable, fuel efficient, quality compact SUVs. While the Terrain offers a more upscale experience, you’ll find both SUVs offer stylish exteriors, comfy interiors, and seating options to suit your needs for versatility and personalized driving comfort. Search our current Terrain inventory at our Fox Valley Buick GMC dealership in St. Charles, IL, and check out our finance and lease offers for a great deal. If you have any questions or are ready to test drive or reserve your new Terrain, give us a call at (630) 524-2610 or contact us online.
The distinctively bold exterior design on the GMC Terrain experienced minor changes in 2020 ― there is a new front grille and a new exterior color option (White Frost Tricoat). Unique on the 2020 Terrain is a power liftgate that is accessible through your key fob to make life a little easier.
The sleek exterior on the Chevy Equinox remains the same in 2020. The Equinox features an automatic liftgate for convenient rear access.
Both the 2020 Terrain and 2020 Equinox feature easy-to-view dashboards and a user-friendly infotainment system. The dashboard design is a bit sleeker in the 2020 Terrain, but both vehicles offer navigation, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, Bluetooth®, 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot capability, and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ accessibility. Also available on the Terrain is a rear seat infotainment system (with or without DVD) or universal tablet holders (with or without power).
Inside the Terrain, you’ll find generous headroom and legroom in the front and rear seating areas along with plush seating options and convenience features like:
The 2020 Chevy Equinox also features a roomy interior and offers cruise control, heated front seats, perforated leather appointed seats, eight-way power driver’s seat, tilt and telescoping heated steering wheel, a remote vehicle starter, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a panoramic moonroof.
You’ll find two turbocharged engine options with the 2020 GMC Terrain. Each is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission. You can also choose between a front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) system.The standard 1.5L turbocharged engine on the 2020 Chevy Equinox is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and is offered in FWD only. The larger 2.0L turbocharged engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission and is offered in either FWD or AWD modes. A traction control system is standard on both the Terrain and Equinox, which helps limit wheel spin and control your ride.
Below is a performance comparison of the standardly equipped Terrain and Equinox.
|
2020 GMC Terrain (AWD) |
Model |
2020 Chevrolet Equinox (FWD) |
|
2.0L Turbo I4 |
Engine |
1.5L Turbo I4 |
|
252 HP |
Horsepower |
170 HP |
|
260 lb.-ft. |
Torque |
203 lb.-ft. |
|
22 city/28 hwy |
MPG |
26 city/31 hwy |
While both the Terrain and Equinox are considered small SUVs, you won’t find seating and storage space lacking. Each comfortably seats up to five passengers and each offers flexibility in terms of storing items and expanding cargo room. The rear seats and front passenger seat in the 2020 Terrain can fold down to extend the amount and length of cargo space, while the Equinox offers rear folding seats and a hidden storage compartment underneath the rear floor. Both SUVs offer retractable cargo shades, vertical and horizontal cargo nets, and cargo liners. The Terrain also offers an available, collapsible cargo area organizer.
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2020 GMC Terrain Cargo Capacity |
2020 Chevy Equinox Cargo Capacity |
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The 2020 GMC Terrain is equipped with GMC Pro Safety to help keep you aware and responsive when you’re on the road. Features include:
The 2020 Chevy Equinox also includes similar safety features as part of its Chevy Safety Assist suite and available Driver Confidence Package.
