Head-to-head · measured energy cost
2026 Nissan LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) vs 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
12,000 mi/year · 55% city · national avg prices, Aug 27, 2026 · lowest-cost configuration of each · methodology
At these assumptions, the 2026 Nissan LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) costs $5.97 less per month ($72/year, $360 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.
Per month
Per year
5 years
| Measure | 2026 Nissan LEAF 75kWh (18 inch steel Wheels) | 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration compared | electric motor (160 kW AC 3-phase) · FWD | electric motor (180 kW AC Induction) · FWD |
| Cost per month | $51.02 | $56.99 |
| Cost per year | $612 | $684 |
| Cost over 5 years | $3,060 | $3,420 |
| Cost per mile | 5.1¢/mi | 5.7¢/mi |
| Annual energy used | 3,339 kWh | 3,729 kWh |
| EPA efficiency | 27.8 kWh/100 mi | 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.