
Chevy Equinox vs Honda CR-V in Dunmore, PA
Chevy Equinox vs Honda CR-V in Dunmore, PA
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox and 2027 Honda CR-V take different approaches to the compact-SUV formula. The Honda CR-V offers more horsepower and greater maximum cargo capacity. The Chevrolet Equinox delivers more torque with all-wheel drive (AWD), a lower starting MSRP, standard heated front seats and a heated steering wheel, and a larger standard touchscreen. Those differences make the Chevrolet Equinox at Tom Hesser Chevrolet a stronger match for shoppers from Wilkes-Barre to Scranton, PA, who need a practical SUV for commuting, winter weather, errands, and weekend travel.

Chevy Equinox

Honda CR-V
Price and Value
Chevrolet Equinox
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox LT starts at an MSRP of $29,000. The RS and ACTIV trims each start at an MSRP of $33,900. Standard LT equipment includes heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and an 11.3-inch touchscreen, giving buyers several comfort and technology features without moving to a higher trim.
Honda CR-V
The 2027 Honda CR-V LX starts at an MSRP of $31,520. The EX trim starts at $33,550, and the EX-L trim starts at $35,800. Heated front seats are standard on the EX, and leather-trimmed seating becomes standard for the EX-L trim. Across the lineup, the Chevrolet Equinox variants have a lower starting MSRP and include several desirable features at a lower trim level, providing greater value for Dunmore car buyers.
Performance and Towing Capacity
Chevrolet Equinox
Every Chevrolet Equinox uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 175 horsepower and up to 203 pound-feet of torque. Available all-wheel drive (AWD) adds traction for winter travel near Scranton, PA, towing up to 1,500 pounds, when properly equipped.
Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 190 horsepower and 179 pound-feet of torque through a continuously variable transmission. Front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are available, and towing capacity reaches 1,500 pounds.
Trim Levels and Features
Chevrolet Equinox
The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox lineup includes three trims, each with a distinct equipment focus:
- LT: Comes standard with heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, an 11.3-inch touchscreen, and an 11-inch Driver Information Center.
- RS: Adds sportier styling with black exterior accents, 19-inch wheels, and a flat-bottom steering wheel.
- ACTIV: Adds all-terrain tires, uniquely tuned suspension, and Evotex and sueded microfiber seating surfaces for shoppers who spend more time on rough roads or unpaved routes.
The Chevrolet Equinox also includes more standard comfort technology at the base level, and the ACTIV provides a more trail-oriented configuration than anything in the Honda CR-V lineup.
Honda CR-V
The 2027 Honda CR-V gasoline lineup also includes three trims, with equipment increasing more gradually as you move up:
- LX: Includes a 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, wireless phone charging, and Honda Sensing.
- EX: Adds heated front seats, a moonroof, and blind spot monitoring.
- EX-L: Adds leather-trimmed seating, driver memory settings, a power tailgate, and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster.
The Honda CR-V offers a solid range of comfort and technology features, although several amenities that require a trim upgrade are standard on the Chevrolet Equinox LT.
Seating and Interior Comfort
Chevrolet Equinox
The Chevrolet Equinox seats five and uses a 60/40 split-folding rear seat. ACTIV adds Evotex and sueded microfiber upholstery, and heated front seats are standard across the lineup. That heating equipment is useful during cold starts before a drive toward Wilkes-Barre.
Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V also seats five and provides generous rear-seat room. The EX and EX-L trims include heated front seats, and the EX-L variant adds leather-trimmed seating with driver memory settings. The Honda may have more cargo volume, but the Chevrolet puts more cold-weather comfort into its base trim.
Safety and Technology
Chevrolet Equinox
The Chevrolet Equinox includes more than 15 standard safety and driver-assistance features. Chevy Safety Assist covers Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Forward Collision Alert, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam. Its standard 11.3-inch touchscreen also exceeds the Honda CR-V's 9-inch display.
Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V includes Honda Sensing with Collision Mitigation Braking, Road Departure Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Traffic Sign Recognition. Blind Spot Information starts on EX. Its 9-inch touchscreen supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ across the trims.
The Final Verdict?
Chevrolet Equinox
The Chevrolet Equinox makes a strong value case through its lower starting price, standard heated comfort features, larger displays, available camera technology, and three distinct trims. RS adds street-focused styling, and ACTIV adds hardware for travel beyond paved streets.
Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V offers more horsepower, greater maximum cargo space, and a roomy cabin. However, the Chevrolet Equinox delivers higher peak torque in its all-wheel-drive (AWD) form, equal maximum towing capacity, lower starting prices, and more standard winter-focused equipment. Those differences give Chevrolet the advantage here.
Test Drive the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox Today at Tom Hesser Chevrolet
Learn more about the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox by visiting Tom Hesser Chevrolet today. You can browse new inventory, compare available trims and features, and take your favorite for a test drive.
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Scranton, PA 18509
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