Overview
Torn between the 2022 GMC Terrain and 2022 Chevrolet Equinox? With so many similarities between their engines and interiors, we don’t blame you. Let’s break it down.
Trims
2022 GMC Terrain:
- SLE: $31.045
- SLT: $35,045
- AT4: $37,145
- Denali: $39,745
2022 Chevy Equinox:
- LS: $27,445
- LT: $28,545
- RS: $31,745
- Premier: $32,645
Power
The 2022 GMC Terrain said goodbye to the 2-liter, making it solely powered by the turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder paired to a 9-speed automatic with 170 horsepower. FWD is standard and AWD is optional. The 2022 GMC Terrain offers a springy suspension and firm steering but otherwise doesn’t feel particularly responsive. Mileage is estimated at 25/30 mpg but with AWD it becomes 25/28 mpg. Towing is estimated at 1,500 pounds.
The 2022 Chevy Equinox is also moved by a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder with 170 hp but paired to a 6-speed automatic. FWD is also standard and AWD is optional and fuel economy is estimated at 26/31 mpg. While some have reported a little stickiness when downshifting, the 2022 Chevy Equinox is easy to drive with precise steering. Towing capabilities are estimated at 3,500 pounds.
Interior
The 2022 GMC Terrain offers a mix of materials throughout with fold flat passenger seats, genuine aluminum trim and nice available features like a heated steering wheel and front seats and a SkyScape sunroof. If you opt for the Denali trim you’ll find more luxury like an 8-inch diagonal Driver Information Center and heated second row seats. In terms of cargo space, behind the seats is 29.6 cubic feet or 63.3 cubes with the seats folded.
Inside the 2022 Chevy Equinox is a spacious cabin with numerous cupholders and black cloth, black headliners and black chrome accents with red stitching. One can opt for leather upholstery for a little upgrade. Cargo space ranges from 29.9-63.9 cubic feet, a few inches more than the 2022 GMC Terrain.
Tech
2022 GMC Terrain:
- Easy-to-use infotainment system
- Apple carplay/Android auto
- Wifi hotspot
- Navigation
- Available head-up display
2022 Chevy Equinox:
- 7-8-inch touchscreen
- Chevrolet’s MyLink infotainment interface
- Apple carplay/Android auto
- Bluetooth
- USB connectivity & aux
- 4G LTE onboard wifi
Safety
2022 GMC Terrain:
- Standard automatic emergency braking w/ pedestrian detection
- Standard lane departure warning & lane keep assist
- Available adaptive cruise control
2022 Chevy Equinox:
- Standard automatic emergency braking w/ pedestrian detection
- Standard lane departure warning & lane keep assist
- Available adaptive cruise control
Conclusion
The 2022 GMC Terrain offers a lot more in interior comfort and a few tech features like Navigation that you won’t find in the 2022 Chevy Equinox. Check out yours today.