Kia EV5 Long Range vs Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD 5.5 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Range winner Kia EV5 Long Range 600 km Runner-up: 480 km
Power winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD 340 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD 769 L Runner-up: 513 L
Price winner Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD $43,900 Runner-up: $45,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range against the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.5 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the higher listed output at 340 hp; 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 122 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD at 580 Nm and 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range at 350 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range carries the longer listed range at 600 km, against 480 km for 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD. 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the lower recorded consumption at 14.0 kWh/100km; 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is listed at 17.7 kWh/100km. 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 233 kW, compared with 150 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 769 litres versus 513 litres, a difference of 256 litres. 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range carries the higher towing rating at 750 kg, while 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is listed at 680 kg. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is 222 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the lower listed starting price at $43,900, compared with $45,900 for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia EV5 Long Range2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s5.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h190 km/h
Power218 hp340 hp
Torque350 Nm580 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range600 km480 km
Battery84 kWh85 kWh
Efficiency14 kWh/100km17.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging233 kW150 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,615 mm4,837 mm
Ground Clearance175 mm185 mm
Cargo513 L769 L
Curb Weight1,890 kg2,200 kg
Towing750 kg680 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.8 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$45,900$43,900

Kia EV5 Long Range vs Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.5 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the higher listed top speed at 190 km/h (118 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has more power at 340 hp, a 122 hp advantage over 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range.

Which has more range, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the longer listed range at 600 km (373 miles), versus 480 km (298 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the larger listed battery at 85.0 kWh, compared with 84.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has more listed cargo space at 769 litres (27.2 cu ft), versus 513 litres (18.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the higher listed towing capacity at 750 kg (1,653 lb), compared with 680 kg (1,499 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD is heavier at 2,200 kg (4,850 lb), while 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is listed at 1,890 kg (4,167 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $43,900 USD, compared with $45,900 USD for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD?

2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV 3LT AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.