If you’re in the market for a new SUV, you’ve most likely come across the 2023 Hyundai Tucson and the 2023 Chevy Equinox. Both models are popular on the streets of Henderson, Las Vegas, and Paradise, NV due to their performance, interior, and safety benefits. Which one will be the better fit for you?
Our Henderson Hyundai team has put together this Tucson vs. Equinox comparison so you can unveil their similarities and differences and make a confident final decision. Let’s begin!
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The performance of your next SUV should match the power and efficiency you crave. It should be able to jet off effortlessly and help you travel long distances with few stops. Both models are capable of this duality, but which one outshines the other?
You’ll find differently sized engines in the Tucson and the Equinox. The Chevy sports a 1.5L turbo engine that generates a hearty 175 horsepower. The Hyundai has a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that roars with 187 horsepower. Higher horsepower means quicker and smoother acceleration!
You may also find your travels to be smoother in the Tucson due to its standard 8-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®. By comparison, the Chevy equips a 6-speed automatic transmission. The two additional gears in the Hyundai allow for smoother performance and improved fuel consumption.
Speaking of fuel consumption, both SUVs offer impressive gas mileage, making them great daily drivers and adventure companions. Bolstering their fuel efficiency is a helpful feature that makes it possible to conserve fuel while driving: the Hyundai’s Idle Stop & Go and the Chevy’s Automatic Stop/Start.
Although they have different names, these features work similarly. Let’s say you’ve stopped at a red light, you’re stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic, or you’re waiting in line at a drive-thru. These features recognize when you’re holding your foot on the brake, which triggers the feature to shut off the engine. Once you remove your foot from the brake, the engine restarts.
The Hyundai and the Chevy have a lot to offer under their respective hoods. Inside their spacious cabins, you’ll also find some magic. From creature comforts to advanced infotainment suites, these SUVs ensure your comfort is a top priority.
Every time you slide behind the wheel, it should feel like the final puzzle piece falling into place. With its standard 6-way adjustable driver’s seat, the Tucson ensures a comfortable ride that fits you. The base trim of the Equinox offers a 4-way manual driver’s seat. Although both models have an 8-way power-adjustable seat, the Hyundai allows more adjustment from the get-go.
Along with adjustment, both SUVs offer heated front and rear seats and available seat ventilation so you can stay cozy in all weather conditions.
Now that you’re nestled into your seat, it’s time to make the ride enjoyable. Both SUVs offer impressive infotainment suites packed with smartphone integration and available navigation systems. Where the Hyundai outshines its competitor is in display real estate.
An 8-inch touchscreen display comes standard on the Tucson as well as a 4.2-inch instrument cluster. To level up your dashboard, opt for a 10.25-inch screen for either zone! The Hyundai’s large displays mean you can view navigational directions or pertinent vehicle information clearly without second guessing.
The Chevy attempts to keep up. It offers a standard 7-inch or an available 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. It sticks with a smaller instrument cluster format across the board. The Equinox’s base trim has a 3.5-inch display, while a 4.2-inch instrument cluster is available.
Once your family finds out what magic is embedded in the Tucson and the Equinox, they’ll always ask to go adventuring with you. No sweat! Both SUVs have standard safety suites to protect you and your precious cargo.
Hyundai SmartSense and Chevy Safety Assist are the standard driver-assistance suites in the Tucson and the Equinox. Despite having different names, they share several features in common, starting with brand-specific versions of the following:
Either SUV has a Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist feature on board; however, it’s standard on the Hyundai and available on the Equinox. This is just one major safety win favoring the Tucson.
As mentioned, Hyundai goes above and beyond in the safety department. Here’s what else you can expect from Hyundai SmartSense:
Did we mention that all these additional features come standard? You can drive confidently into the future and feel at peace when the teen in your family begins driving too!
While the Chevy Equinox offers a few additional safety features, the Hyundai Tucson easily outnumbers them.
The 2023 Tucson and the 2023 Equinox are top picks worthy of your Henderson, Las Vegas, and Paradise, NV jaunts. However, with its built-in prowess, driver-focused interior, and safety excellence, we believe the Hyundai is the optimal choice.
Are you on the same page as we are? Come find out by visiting our showroom at Henderson Hyundai and taking the Hyundai Tucson for a test drive!
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