The 2025 Chevy Blazer and 2025 Chevy Equinox are feature-packed SUVs, each offering a unique driving experience. The midsize Blazer stands out with its bold styling and sporty performance, making it a solid choice for both daily commutes and weekend adventures. Meanwhile, the compact Equinox delivers the practicality of a larger SUV without the extra bulk, offering a balance of efficiency and versatility. Let’s take a closer look at both to help you decide which one fits your lifestyle and your family best.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2025 Chevy Equinox is an affordable starter SUV with a cost of about $30,000.
- The Chevy Blazer, the larger of the two competitors, has the lowest trim starting at $$36,795.
- The Blazer is the larger SUV and has two engine options compared to the Equinox’s one.
What Engine Is Seen in the 2025 Chevy Blazer?
You have two options for engines in your Chevy Blazer:
- A standard 228-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder generating 258 pound-feet of torque; and,
- A 308-hp 3.6-liter V-6 cranking out 270 pound-feet of torque (this choice is optional to the 3LT and Premier trims and standard to the RS trim)
No matter your choice, Blazer engines are mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive as standard, with the option of all-wheel drive.
The Equinox is a smaller SUV with a less powerful, but zippy, engine. It is a 175-hp 1.5-liter four-cylinder delivering 203 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive models are mated with a CVT, while all-wheel drive models are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
There’s a pretty significant difference in towing capacity between the two vehicles—the Blazer has a maximum capacity of 4,500 pounds (on the V-6 engine), while the Equinox can tow up to 1,500 pounds.
Does the 2025 Chevy Equinox Get Good Fuel Mileage?
The Chevy Equinox may lack in power in comparison to the mightier Blazer, but it gets great fuel economy—the four-wheel drive model gets 26 mpg/city, 28 mpg/highway, and 27 mpg combined. The Blazer’s numbers are lower but not bad—it gets 22 mpg/city, 29 mpg/highway, and 25 mpg combined.
Is the 2025 Chevy Blazer Comfortable?
The Blazer and Equinox are not overly elegant or luxurious, but they get you where you want to go with great comfort. The Blazer seats five, with 107.8 cubic feet of passenger space. It features dual-zone climate control and a six-speaker sound system. A standard 10.2-inch infotainment display is standard and features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities.
The Equinox also has seating for five and is surprisingly spacious, with almost the same amount of passenger volume as the Blazer, at 104.3 cubic feet. The cabin is no-frill but comfortably styled, featuring quality, durable materials throughout. Its infotainment screen is even larger than the Blazer’s, at 11.3 inches. It also features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A ventilated driver seat is also available, starting with the RS trim.
Which SUV Is Right for You—the 2025 Chevy Blazer vs. the 2025 Chevy Equinox?
Both Chevy SUVs have their great points, so we can’t recommend one over the other. What you go with will probably be based on your preferences. The Equinox is the more affordable choice, but for an SUV with more get-up-and-go, the Blazer cannot be beaten. Contact us today at Banner Chevy to test drive both!