Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD
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General Info
While the Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €40500 |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…).
| Property | Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 513 km | 505 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 573 km |
| Range (GCC) | 487 km | 483 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 74.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 67.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km | 13.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.73 km/kWh | 7.19 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.2 | 9.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 159 kW | 165 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 213 hp | 221 hp |
| Motor Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2155 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1646 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2954 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD (2024-…).
| Property | Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) FWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | - Curb Weight | 1910 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 748 l | 452 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1620 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 680 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 6.9 |
