When it comes to compact SUVs, consumers have a lot of options on the market. It’s easy to find an SUV in the compact segment that will meet all your needs, you just have to know where to start. The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2023 GMC Terrain stand out by offering cutting-edge technology, impressive and fuel-efficient powertrains with more torque than most of their direct competitors, and a spacious and welcoming environment. Here we take a look at what sets the 2023 Equinox and 2023 Terrain apart from their main rivals.

A powerful base engine with surprising fuel economy

All 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2023 GMC Terrain come standard with a powerful 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces an impressive 175 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. This engine offers one of the highest standard torque ratings in the segment, allowing for quick and immediate acceleration that increases your enjoyment of the road, makes you feel more confident, and makes the overall experience of driving a new Equinox or Terrain much more enjoyable. It also allows you to carry up to 1,500 pounds with ease.

Perhaps the most impressive feature of the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and Terrain is their fuel economy. Despite all the power under your right foot, both GM SUVs are among the most fuel-efficient in their respective segments.

Plenty of interior space

The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain offer plenty of cargo space for those who plan to pack a lot of gear for their next adventure. The Equinox offers 847 liters of cargo space behind the second row, and a generous 1,809 liters behind the front row. The GMC Terrain, meanwhile, offers almost as much cargo space with 838 liters behind the second row and 1,792 liters behind the first row. With all that space available, you can fit a lot of stuff in both vehicles and still have room to spare.

Both GM SUVs offer a lot of interior space, and for the most part, they’re almost identical. There are a few exceptions, though, like the 2023 Equinox, which offers about an inch more legroom in the back. Nevertheless, both models will meet the needs of consumers looking for a spacious family SUV.

Advanced technology

The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox is packed with safety technologies to ensure the safety of you and your passengers. It comes equipped with a Teen Driver feature that allows parents to keep an eye on their teen’s driving habits, ensuring peace of mind for years to come. In addition, it is equipped with INTELLIBEAM AUTO HIGH BEAM ASSIST, which detects whether traffic conditions require the vehicle’s high beams to be turned on or off automatically. In addition, the standard Chevrolet infotainment system gives you access to numerous connectivity options, including Apple CarPlay wireless and Android Auto wireless compatibility, as well as Alexa Built-In so you can control music, and more, hands-free, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

The 2023 GMC Terrain also shines with advanced features. It includes many of the above features as well as optional Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, which provides visual alerts in the side mirrors to help you avoid collisions during a lane change. Other features include Rear Park Assist, which provides distance alerts to objects detected nearby behind the vehicle when in low-speed reverse.

The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox starts at $30,347 while the 2023 Terrain starts at under $35,000. Call us today to learn more!