Head-to-head · measured energy cost
2026 Chevrolet Equinox FWD vs 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
12,000 mi/year · 55% city · national avg prices, Jul 24, 2026 · lowest-cost configuration of each · methodology
At these assumptions, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD costs $89.38 less per month ($1,072/year, $5,360 over five years) than the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox FWD. This is the measured energy-cost difference only — not a statement that either vehicle is better.
2026 Chevrolet Equinox FWDGasoline2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWDElectric
Per month
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5 years
| Measure | 2026 Chevrolet Equinox FWD | 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration compared | 1.5L 4-cyl · CVT (continuously variable) · FWD | electric motor (180 kW AC Induction) · FWD |
| Cost per month | $146.68 | $57.30 |
| Cost per year | $1,760 | $688 |
| Cost over 5 years | $8,800 | $3,440 |
| Cost per mile | 14.7¢/mi | 5.7¢/mi |
| Annual energy used | 440.1 gal | 3,729 kWh |
| EPA efficiency | 27 MPG combined | 31.1 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. Same family, gas vs electric.