Chevy Equinox EV vs Volkswagen ID.4: 2027 Equinox EV vs 2026 ID.4 Compared
Last updated: October 19, 2026 | Emich Chevrolet, Lakewood | Specs from each manufacturer
The Chevy Equinox EV and Volkswagen ID.4 are two-row electric SUVs with seating for five. The Equinox EV costs $10,100 less to start, goes farther and offers available hands-free driving on the LT 2 and RS; the ID.4 makes more power, holds more cargo and tows more. Here is the 2027 Equinox EV against the 2026 ID.4, which Volkswagen is selling from existing inventory, using each manufacturer’s published specs.
Quick Verdict
The 2027 Equinox EV starts at $34,995 vs $45,095 for the 2026 ID.4 Pro, and it is rated at 319 miles vs 291 (307 vs 263 with AWD). It also has a native NACS port, a 17.7-inch touchscreen and available Super Cruise on the LT 2 and RS. The ID.4 makes more power (282 hp with RWD, 335 with AWD), holds more cargo (64.2 vs 57.2 cu ft), tows up to 2,700 lbs with AWD and has a 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty. Volkswagen ended US production in April 2026 and is selling remaining 2026 models.
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The Matchup: Price and Range vs Power and Space
Volkswagen stopped building the ID.4 in Chattanooga in mid-April 2026. It says 2026 models will remain available from current inventory, which it expects to support demand into 2027, and that a future ID.4 is planned for North America. There is no 2027 ID.4. The 2027 Equinox EV is the current model on chevrolet.com, and 2026 models are still on dealer lots.
Every Equinox EV has an 85 kWh battery, with 220 hp (FWD) or 300 hp (AWD). Every ID.4 uses an 82 kWh battery (77 kWh net) with a 282-hp, 402 lb-ft rear motor, or 335 hp with AWD, which adds $3,900. The ID.4 Pro starts at $45,095, the Pro S at $50,195 and the AWD-only Pro S Plus at $57,655.
The ID.4 is shorter (180.5 vs 190.6 in.) but holds more: 30.3 cu ft behind the rear seat and 64.2 with it folded, vs 26.4 and 57.2. The Equinox EV has a little more rear legroom (38.0 vs 37.6 in.). The ID.4 AWD tows 2,700 lbs with its factory hitch (RWD models are rated at 2,200 lbs, but VW offers no factory hitch for them), vs up to 1,500 lbs for the Equinox EV with its factory hitch on the LT 2 and RS. Ground clearance is 6.4 inches for the Equinox EV vs 6.1 (RWD) to 6.9 (AWD) for the ID.4.
Equinox EV vs ID.4 Specs
| Spec | 2027 Chevy Equinox EV | 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP (excl. destination) | $34,995 (LT 1 FWD); $38,295 with AWD; $1,800 destination | $45,095 (Pro RWD); $48,995 with AWD; $1,475 destination |
| Power | 220 hp (FWD); 300 hp / 355 lb-ft (AWD) | 282 hp / 402 lb-ft (RWD); 335 hp (AWD) |
| Battery (maker’s figure) | 85 kWh | 82 kWh (77 kWh net) |
| EPA range | 319 mi (FWD); 307 mi (AWD) | 291 mi (RWD); 263 mi (AWD) |
| EPA efficiency (combined) | 108 MPGe (FWD); 103 MPGe (AWD) | 113 MPGe (RWD); 102 MPGe (AWD) |
| DC fast charging | Up to 80 mi in 10 min; 150 kW peak (Chevrolet’s 2026 figure) | 175 kW peak; 10–80% in about 30 min |
| Charge port | NACS (2026 models: CCS1) | CCS1; NACS DC adapter included on 2026 models |
| Onboard AC charger | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max towing | 1,500 lbs (factory hitch on LT 2, RS) | 2,700 lbs (AWD with factory hitch) |
| Cargo behind rear seat | 26.4 cu ft | 30.3 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 57.2 cu ft | 64.2 cu ft |
| Rear legroom | 38.0 in. | 37.6 in. |
| Ground clearance | 6.4 in. | 6.1 in. (RWD); 6.9 in. (AWD) |
| Screens | 17.7-in. touchscreen; 11-in. driver display; no CarPlay or Android Auto | 12.9-in. touchscreen; 5.3-in. driver display; wireless CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Hands-free driving | Super Cruise, available on LT 2 and RS | Not offered (Travel Assist is hands-on) |
| Warranty | 3 yr/36,000 mi; battery 8 yr/100,000 mi; roadside 5 yr/60,000 mi; first maintenance visit included (12 mo/12,000 mi) | 4 yr/50,000 mi; battery 8 yr/100,000 mi; roadside 3 yr/36,000 mi; 2 yr/20,000 mi maintenance |
Sources: chevrolet.com and Build & Price (2027 Equinox EV); Volkswagen’s 2026 ID.4 pricing sheet, technical specifications and release, its April 9, 2026 Chattanooga production release and vw.com; fueleconomy.gov. VW says the NACS DC adapter comes standard on 2026 models, though a vw.com footnote still calls it sold separately, so confirm with the selling dealer. Chevrolet lists a 150 kW DC peak for the 2026 Equinox EV but no kW figure for 2027. Bold marks the better figure.
By the Numbers
Starting price
MSRP excluding destination. Lower is better.
EPA-estimated range
Max cargo (behind 1st row)
Charging: Native NACS vs CCS1 With an Adapter
The 2027 Equinox EV has a native NACS port and plugs straight into Tesla Superchargers. The ID.4 has a CCS1 port, and VW says 2026 models come with a NACS DC adapter that works at Superchargers Tesla identifies as NACS Partner Sites and requires the Tesla app. 2026 Equinox EVs also have a CCS1 port and need a GM-approved NACS DC adapter, a $275 Chevrolet option. VW includes two years of Electrify America Pass+ with Plug&Charge.
On DC fast chargers, VW rates the ID.4 at up to 175 kW and about 30 minutes from 10 to 80%. Chevrolet says the 2027 Equinox EV adds up to 80 miles of range in 10 minutes. At home, every Equinox EV comes with a Dual Level Charge Cord that plugs into a standard 120-volt outlet or, with its other end, a 240-volt NEMA 14-50 outlet at up to 7.7 kW. Its 11.5 kW onboard charger needs a professionally installed 48-amp charge station to reach full speed. The ID.4 has an 11 kW onboard charger, and VW says a full charge from empty typically takes up to 8 hours.
Hands-Free Driving: Super Cruise vs Travel Assist
Super Cruise, GM’s hands-free driver assistance system, is available on the Equinox EV LT 2 and RS, not the LT 1. It comes in the $3,945 Active Safety Package 3, which requires Convenience Package II ($3,100 on the LT 2, $2,495 on the RS), so the real added cost is $7,045 on an LT 2 or $6,440 on an RS. Three years of OnStar One with Super Cruise are included; after that, GM says plans start at $39.99 a month. It also works hands-free while trailering, with lane changes disabled, and the driver must always pay attention. Every ID.4 has IQ.DRIVE with Travel Assist, which VW describes as semi-automated hands-on driving; it monitors the steering wheel to make sure the driver’s hands are on it. VW lists no subscription for it.
Reasons to Choose Each
Choose the Chevy Equinox EV if you want
- A much lower price: $34,995 vs $45,095
- More range (319 vs 291 miles; 307 vs 263 with AWD)
- A native NACS port on 2027 models
- Available Super Cruise hands-free driving (LT 2 and RS)
- A 17.7-inch touchscreen and an 11-inch driver display
Choose the Volkswagen ID.4 if you want
- More power: 282 hp with RWD or 335 hp with AWD
- More cargo space (30.3 and 64.2 cu ft)
- 2,700-lb towing with AWD
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- A 4-year/50,000-mile warranty plus scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 20,000 miles
Interior and Technology
Every Equinox EV has a 17.7-inch touchscreen and an 11-inch driver display, and Chevrolet says the 17.7-inch screen is the largest among EVs in its class, based on its latest available competitive data. It runs Google built-in, which requires a service plan, and does not offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. The ID.4 has a 12.9-inch touchscreen, a 5.3-inch digital cockpit display and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with harman/kardon audio on the Pro S Plus.
Adaptive cruise control is standard on both, and the ID.4’s IQ.DRIVE adds Travel Assist with assisted lane changing on every trim. NHTSA gives the 2026 ID.4 five stars overall, and IIHS tested the 2026 ID.4 without an award. NHTSA has not rated the 2027 Equinox EV yet; the 2026 Equinox EV earned five stars overall, and IIHS has not rated the Equinox EV.
The Bottom Line
The ID.4 remains a capable EV, and remaining 2026 models are still on sale, but it starts $10,100 higher than the Equinox EV. See every trim in our Chevy Equinox EV guide and check current Chevrolet offers.
If you want more power, more cargo space or 2,700-lb towing, the ID.4 is worth a look. If you want a lower price, more range and a native NACS port, the Equinox EV is the smarter buy, and the LT 2 and RS offer hands-free Super Cruise.
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Equinox EV vs ID.4 FAQs
Is the Volkswagen ID.4 discontinued?
Volkswagen stopped building the ID.4 for the US in mid-April 2026. It is selling 2026 models from inventory, which it expects to support demand into 2027, and says a future ID.4 is planned for North America.
Which is cheaper, the Equinox EV or the ID.4?
The 2027 Equinox EV starts at $34,995 with FWD and $38,295 with AWD (Build & Price adds $2,000 of required packages to the LT 1 AWD). The 2026 ID.4 Pro starts at $45,095 with RWD and $48,995 with AWD. Destination is $1,800 for Chevrolet and $1,475 for Volkswagen, so the starting prices with destination are $36,795 vs $46,570.
Which goes farther on a charge?
The Equinox EV: 319 miles with FWD and 307 with AWD, vs 291 and 263 for the ID.4.
Can the ID.4 use Tesla Superchargers?
Yes, with the NACS DC adapter VW says comes with 2026 models, at Superchargers Tesla identifies as NACS Partner Sites. The 2027 Equinox EV has a native NACS port and needs no adapter.
Which tows more?
The ID.4 AWD, at 2,700 lbs with its factory hitch. The Equinox EV tows up to 1,500 lbs, with a factory hitch on the LT 2 and RS.
Sources: chevrolet.com 2027 and 2026 Equinox EV pages, chevrolet.com Build & Price, GM News, fueleconomy.gov and NHTSA for Chevrolet; each competitor’s official website, specifications, price sheets and press materials, fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA and IIHS for the rival, reviewed October 19, 2026. MSRP excludes destination, tax, title, license, dealer fees and options; destination charges differ by brand. EPA-estimated range; actual range varies with temperature, terrain, battery age and condition, loading and how you drive. Charging times vary with charger output, battery temperature and state of charge. Towing ratings depend on configuration and equipment; review the owner’s manual before towing. Super Cruise and other hands-free or assisted driving systems require an active plan or trial where noted and work only on compatible roads; always pay attention to the road. Driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle safely; read the owner’s manual for feature limitations. Incentive information is general and not tax advice; eligibility depends on the buyer and the vehicle. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Emich Chevrolet sells new Chevrolet vehicles.