Head to head
Nissan Leaf vs Chevrolet Equinox EV
The Nissan LEAF and the Chevrolet Equinox EV are two of the most cross-shopped electric sedan choices on the market. The LEAF (2026) starts at $35,000 with 205 mi of range and a 52.9 kWh pack; the Equinox EV (2026) starts at $52,890 with an unpublished figure and a — kWh pack.
The price gap of $17,890 is the single biggest practical difference between them. The comparison below is generated from Eldrivo's verified specification database and updates whenever the underlying figures change — price in USD, EPA-style range, battery capacity, DC charging peak, 0–60 mph acceleration and Euro NCAP safety scores, side by side.
Category by category
Who wins where
Nissan LEAF starts at $35,000, undercutting Chevrolet Equinox EV at $52,890 by $17,890.
Nissan LEAF peaks at 105 kW on a DC fast charger against 12 kW for Chevrolet Equinox EV, adding 10–80% in about 30 minutes.
Technical data
Full specifications side by side
| Spec | Nissan LEAF | Chevrolet Equinox EV |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $35,000 | $52,890 |
| Range | 205 mi | N/A |
| Battery | 52.9 kWh | N/A |
| 0-60 mph | 8.6s | N/A |
| Power | 130 hp | N/A |
| DC charging peak | 105 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% charge | 30 min | N/A |
| Efficiency | 160 Wh/mi | N/A |
| Body type | sedan | SUV |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Towing | 975 lbs | N/A |
| Euro NCAP | 5/5 stars | Not tested |
The short answer
Which one should you buy?
Choose the Nissan LEAF if…
- you want the lower entry price
- fast road-trip charging is a priority
Choose the Chevrolet Equinox EV if…
- you prefer its design, brand and dealer network — the measured specs are closely matched
Common questions