Chevy Equinox vs Nissan Rogue: 2027 Equinox vs 2027 Rogue Compared
Last updated: October 19, 2026 | Emich Chevrolet, Lakewood | Specs from each manufacturer
The 2027 Chevy Equinox and 2027 Nissan Rogue start within a few hundred dollars of each other, so the choice comes down to what you get. The Equinox brings a larger standard touchscreen and Adaptive Cruise Control on its base trim. The Rogue answers with more power, more cargo room and a Rock Creek off-road trim. Here’s how they compare on price, space, fuel economy, tech and towing.
Quick Verdict
This one is close. The Equinox LT FWD lists $390 below the Rogue S FWD, but with destination the Rogue is $30 lower, and the Rogue S AWD starts $210 below the Equinox LT AWD ($630 with destination). Equipment is what separates them. Every Equinox has an 11.3-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Adaptive Cruise Control. The Rogue S has an 8-inch screen with wired phone connections, and Nissan’s Intelligent Cruise Control starts on the SV. The Rogue has 201 hp, 225 lb-ft, more cargo room and a Rock Creek trim with Hill Descent Control.
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Equinox vs Rogue: How They Match Up
Prices are nearly even. The Equinox LT FWD starts at $29,300 and the Rogue S FWD at $29,690. Chevrolet’s destination charge is $1,995 and Nissan’s is $1,575, so with destination the Rogue S is $30 lower ($31,265 vs $31,295). With AWD, the Rogue S starts at $31,090 and the Equinox LT at $31,300 ($32,665 vs $33,295 with destination). For a like-for-like comparison with adaptive cruise control, the Rogue SV FWD starts at $30,690, $1,390 above the Equinox LT ($970 with destination).
The Rogue’s 1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinder makes 201 hp and 225 lb-ft through a CVT. The Equinox’s 1.5L turbo four-cylinder makes 175 hp and 184 lb-ft (FWD) or 203 lb-ft (AWD) through an 8-speed automatic. EPA rates the 2027 Equinox at 27 mpg combined (FWD) and 26 mpg (AWD). Nissan estimates the 2027 Rogue at 30 mpg (FWD) and up to 29 mpg (AWD), but fueleconomy.gov has not posted 2027 Rogue ratings yet.
The Rogue has more cargo space: up to 36.5 cu ft behind the rear seat and 74.1 cu ft max, vs 29.8 and 63.5 cu ft in the Equinox. Rear legroom favors the Equinox, 39.9 inches vs 38.5. Both are rated to tow up to 1,500 lbs when properly equipped; the Equinox needs AWD for that rating (800 lbs with FWD). Ground clearance is 8.2 inches on every Rogue and 8.05 to 8.20 inches on the Equinox. NHTSA has not given either 2027 model an overall rating.
2027 Equinox vs 2027 Rogue Specs
| Spec | 2027 Chevy Equinox | 2027 Nissan Rogue |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP (FWD) | $29,300 (LT) | $29,690 (S) |
| Starting MSRP (AWD) | $31,300 (LT) | $31,090 (S) |
| Destination charge | $1,995 | $1,575 |
| Price with destination (FWD) | $31,295 | $31,265 |
| Engine | 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder | 1.5L VC-Turbo 3-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | 184 lb-ft (FWD); 203 lb-ft (AWD) | 225 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | Xtronic CVT |
| Combined mpg (FWD / AWD) | 27 / 26 (EPA) | 30 / up to 29 (Nissan estimate) |
| Max towing | 1,500 lbs (AWD, properly equipped); 800 lbs (FWD) | 1,500 lbs |
| Cargo behind rear seat | 29.8 cu ft | Up to 36.5 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 63.5 cu ft | 74.1 cu ft |
| Rear legroom | 39.9 in | 38.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.05–8.20 in | 8.2 in |
| Touchscreen (base trim) | 11.3 in | 8 in (12.3 in on Platinum) |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yr/60,000 mi | 3 yr/36,000 mi |
Sources: Chevrolet.com and Chevrolet Build & Price (ZIP 80226), Nissan’s 2027 Rogue pricing release and press kit, nissanusa.com, fueleconomy.gov and NHTSA, checked October 19, 2026. Prices are starting MSRP excluding destination unless noted. Rogue fuel economy is Nissan’s 2027 estimate because fueleconomy.gov has not posted 2027 Rogue ratings. Bold marks the better figure.
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Equinox ACTIV vs Rogue Rock Creek
Both brands offer an adventure-styled trim. The Rogue Rock Creek starts at $34,590 with AWD standard. It adds Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tires, off-road-tuned suspension, Hill Descent Control, a tubular roof rack and an Off-Road View camera. The Equinox ACTIV starts at $34,200 with FWD or $36,200 with AWD, and adds 17-inch all-terrain tires, unique suspension tuning, roof rails and Convenience Package II.
Neither trim lists skid plates, a lift or a locking differential. Ground clearance is 8.05 inches on the ACTIV and 8.2 inches on the Rock Creek. For Colorado trailheads, the Rock Creek brings more off-road hardware and costs $1,610 less than an ACTIV AWD. The ACTIV comes standard with dual-zone automatic climate control, an 8-way power driver seat and wireless charging; Nissan offers wireless charging on the Rock Creek in a package.
Reasons to Choose Each
Why choose the 2027 Equinox
- Adaptive Cruise Control, an 11.3-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on every trim.
- Heated front seats, heated steering wheel, remote start and Google built-in (service plan required) standard.
- Reverse Automatic Braking and Rear Cross Traffic Braking standard on every trim.
- More rear legroom: 39.9 vs 38.5 inches.
- 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance vs Nissan’s 3 years/36,000 miles.
Why choose the 2027 Rogue
- More power: 201 hp and 225 lb-ft.
- More cargo room: up to 36.5 cu ft behind the rear seat and 74.1 cu ft max.
- Rock Creek trim with Hill Descent Control and all-terrain tires.
- Lower AWD starting price: $31,090 vs $31,300.
- Nissan estimates 30 mpg combined (FWD) for 2027, vs an EPA 27 for the Equinox.
Interior and Technology
Every 2027 Equinox has an 11.3-inch touchscreen with Google built-in, an 11-inch Driver Information Center, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Google built-in features require a service plan. Wireless charging is standard on ACTIV and RS and part of the LT’s $2,050 Convenience Package II. Chevy Safety Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Zone Steering Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Braking and Reverse Automatic Braking are standard on every trim. The $1,140 Safety and Technology Package adds HD Surround Vision, a Rear Camera Mirror and the new Interior Camera.
The Rogue S, SV, Dark Armor and Rock Creek have an 8-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Platinum steps up to a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Google built-in, a 12.3-inch digital dashboard, wireless phone connections and Bose audio. Every Rogue has automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. ProPILOT Assist, standard on SV and up, requires both hands on the wheel. Neither SUV offers hands-free driving.
The Bottom Line
Both seat five, offer AWD for Colorado winters and tow up to 1,500 lbs when properly equipped. Compare the Equinox with other rivals in our Chevy Equinox guide, browse Equinox inventory, check current Chevrolet offers, or get a trade-in value from our buying center.
Pick the Equinox if you want more standard tech, adaptive cruise and longer roadside coverage on the base trim. Pick the Rogue if you want more power and cargo room, or the Rock Creek’s off-road hardware.
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Equinox vs Rogue FAQs
Is the Equinox or Rogue cheaper?
It’s close. The 2027 Equinox LT FWD starts at $29,300 and the 2027 Rogue S FWD at $29,690, excluding destination. With destination ($1,995 Chevrolet, $1,575 Nissan), the Rogue S is $30 lower. With AWD, the Rogue S starts at $31,090 and the Equinox LT at $31,300.
Which has more power, the Equinox or Rogue?
The Rogue. Its 1.5L VC-Turbo three-cylinder makes 201 hp and 225 lb-ft. The Equinox’s 1.5L turbo makes 175 hp and 184 lb-ft with FWD or 203 lb-ft with AWD.
Which gets better gas mileage?
EPA rates the 2027 Equinox at 27 mpg combined (FWD) and 26 mpg (AWD). Nissan estimates the 2027 Rogue at 30 mpg (FWD) and up to 29 mpg (AWD). fueleconomy.gov had not posted 2027 Rogue ratings as of October 19, 2026.
How much can the Equinox and Rogue tow?
Both are rated up to 1,500 lbs when properly equipped. The Equinox needs AWD for that rating; FWD models are rated 800 lbs. See our Chevy towing guide.
Is there a Rogue hybrid?
Nissan’s all-new 2027 Rogue Hybrid is a separate AWD-only model starting at $35,490. Nissan says the SR with the SR Technology Package reaches dealers in fall 2026 and the full lineup goes on sale in early 2027. Chevrolet doesn’t offer a hybrid Equinox.
Sources: chevrolet.com 2027 and 2026 Equinox 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 estimates; actual mileage will vary. Towing ratings depend on configuration and equipment and are for comparison only; review the owner’s manual before towing. Driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle safely; read the owner’s manual for feature limitations. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Emich Chevrolet sells new Chevrolet vehicles.