Head-to-head · measured energy cost
2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD vs 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD
12,000 mi/year · 55% city · national avg prices, Aug 27, 2026 · lowest-cost configuration of each · methodology
At these assumptions, the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD costs $10.73 less per month ($129/year, $645 over five years) than the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD. This is the measured energy-cost difference only — not a statement that either vehicle is better.
2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWDElectric2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWDElectric
Per month
Per year
5 years
| Measure | 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration compared | electric motor (180 kW AC Induction) · FWD | electric motor (228 and 243 kW ACPM) · RWD |
| Cost per month | $56.99 | $46.26 |
| Cost per year | $684 | $555 |
| Cost over 5 years | $3,420 | $2,775 |
| Cost per mile | 5.7¢/mi | 4.6¢/mi |
| Annual energy used | 3,729 kWh | 3,027 kWh |
| EPA efficiency | 31.1 kWh/100 mi | 25.2 kWh/100 mi |
Each side shows the lowest-monthly-cost 2026 configuration of its family at the stated assumptions — other configurations differ. Change mileage, driving mix, or prices in the interactive tool; every assumption stays editable.