Head-to-head
2027 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2027 Honda Passport
The Chevrolet Equinox wins clearly, 85.7 to 66.7, on fuel & range. The Honda Passport is ahead on safety.
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2027 Chevrolet Equinox
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox is sold in the U.S. as an electric and gas compact SUV with 4 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Equinox EV FWD…
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The 2027 Honda Passport is sold in the U.S. as a gas compact SUV with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Passport AWD, is EPA-rated at …
Verdict · default weights
2027 Chevrolet Equinox
Clear winThe Chevrolet Equinox wins clearly, 85.7 to 66.7, on fuel & range. The Honda Passport is ahead on safety.
Fuel & range 2027 Chevrolet Equinox leads by 77.7
Safety 2027 Honda Passport leads by 25
| Category · weight | 2027 Honda Passportoverall 66.7 | 2027 Chevrolet Equinoxoverall 85.7 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 22.3 | 100 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 75 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Performancenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Overall | 66.7 | 85.7 | |||||||||
Trim vs trim · 2 of 7 categories compared
Honda Passport: base trim RTL AWD · Chevrolet Equinox: base trim LT FWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox wins
- It is rated 108 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $2,250 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($700 against $2,950).
Where the 2027 Honda Passport answers
- It lists 35 standard driver-assist features against 0.
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
46 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $29,000 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Cylinder count | 6 | — |
| Engine displacement | 3,471 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | V6 | — |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 24-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 280 hp | — |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.167 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 10 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in | — |
| Overall height | 73.1 in | — |
| Overall length | 192 in | — |
| Overall width | 79.4 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 114 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 83.8 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 44 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 119 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.5 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 40.7 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.1 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 40.9 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,478 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,478 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.5 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 351 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | Electronic | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 330 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | — |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 265/60R18 110H | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.5 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 61.9 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 61.7 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
114 features · differences first, then sharedSafety35 differ · 35 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | std | — |
| Blind Spot Information System (BSI) with Lane Change Assist | std | — |
| Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM) | std | — |
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) | std | — |
| Advanced Front Airbags | std | — |
| Front Side Airbags | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | std | — |
| Rearview Camera | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| Driver Attention Monitor | std | — |
| Hill Descent Control | std | — |
| Trailer Stability Assist | std | — |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | std | — |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | std | — |
| Auto High-Beam Headlights | std | — |
| Brake Assist | std | — |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) with Advanced Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | std | — |
| Front Knee Airbags | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| Low Speed Braking Control | std | — |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row All), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Parking Sensors (4 Front & 4 Rear) | std | — |
| Post-Collision Braking System | std | — |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | std | — |
| Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) | std | — |
| Seat Belt Reminder for all Seating Positions | std | — |
| Security System | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | std | — |
| Traffic Jam Assist | std | — |
| Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®) with Traction Control | std | — |
| Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators | std | — |
Infotainment17 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability | std | — |
| 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| 10.2-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster | std | — |
| 12.3-Inch Color Touchscreen | std | — |
| Alexa Built-In | std | — |
| Audio System with 9 Speakers, including Subwoofer | std | — |
| Google built-in (includes 3-Months Unlimited Data Plan for In-Vehicle Apps) | std | — |
| HD Radio™ | std | — |
| HondaLink® | std | — |
| HondaLink® Connected Services | std | — |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Charging Port - Rear Console (2 Ports) | std | — |
| USB-C 3.0A Data Port - Front Console (1 Port) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Phone Charger (Qi) | std | — |
Convenience10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Key Fob Activated Remote Engine Start | std | — |
| Push Button Start | std | — |
| 12-Volt Power Outlets (Front & Cargo) | std | — |
| Auto Up/Down Power Windows | std | — |
| Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Electronic Parking Brake with Brake Hold | std | — |
| Honda Maintenance Program 1yr / 12k miles | std | — |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Lift Tailgate | std | — |
| Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® (Front Door and Tailgate) | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | std | — |
| Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | std | — |
Seating6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 60 / 40 Split-Folding 2nd-Row Seats | std | — |
| Heated Front Seats | std | — |
| 5-Person Seating Capacity | std | — |
| Driver's Seat with 10-Way Power Adjustment, including Memory and Power Lumbar Support | std | — |
| Front Passenger's Seat with 4-Way Power Adjustment | std | — |
| Leather and Cloth Seats | std | — |
Interior13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror | std | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) | std | — |
| Active Sound Control | std | — |
| Ambient LED Lighting - White | std | — |
| Front & Rear LED Map Lights | std | — |
| Illuminated Driver's and Front Passenger's Vanity Mirrors | std | — |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | std | — |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Lockable Glove Compartment | std | — |
| Sliding Sunvisor (Driver & Passenger) | std | — |
| Sunglasses Holder | std | — |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | std | — |
| Floor Mats | std | — |
Exterior13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic Laminate Windshield | std | — |
| Active Shutter Grille | std | — |
| All-Season Tires | std | — |
| Black Roof Rails | std | — |
| Gloss Black Door Handles | std | — |
| Heated Side Mirrors | std | — |
| LED Bright White Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | std | — |
| LED Headlights with Auto-On / Off | std | — |
| LED Taillights | std | — |
| Push-to-Release Fuel Filler Door | std | — |
| Rear Privacy Glass | std | — |
| Rear-Window Defroster with Timer | std | — |
| Compact Spare Tire | std | — |
Powertrain10 differ · 10 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd-Gen Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4™) AWD System | std | — |
| Integrated Drive Modes | std | — |
| 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10AT) with Shift-By-Wire (SBW) and Paddle Shifters | std | — |
| Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM) | std | — |
| Direct Fuel Injection | std | — |
| Eco Assist™ System | std | — |
| Idle-Stop | std | — |
| Integrated Drive Modes | std | — |
| Trail Torque Logic | std | — |
| Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) | std | — |
Chassis6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Agile Handling Assist® | std | — |
| Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) | std | — |
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
| Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (inches) | std | — |
| Unit-Body Construction | std | — |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Drive Modes | std | — |
| Cargo Bins with Hidden Storage Well | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda Passport
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Chevrolet Equinox
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 3 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Steering (2), Lane Departure (2), Suspension (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda PassportRTL AWD | Chevrolet EquinoxLT FWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $29,000 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 6 trims | $29,000 – $44,095 7 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | BEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Passport AWD | Equinox EV FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 21 | 108 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,950 | $700 |
| EV range | — | 319 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) |
| Roadside assistance | — | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Honda Passport or the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
The Chevrolet Equinox wins clearly, 85.7 to 66.7, on fuel & range. The Honda Passport is ahead on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox scores 85.7 and the 2027 Honda Passport 66.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Honda Passport or the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
2027 Honda Passport: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Chevrolet Equinox: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Honda Passport and the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox?
Where the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox wins: it is rated 108 combined against 21 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $2,250 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($700 against $2,950). Where the 2027 Honda Passport answers: it lists 35 standard driver-assist features against 0. What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.