Price
The 2020 GMC Terrain and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox have a comparable Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Terrain has a starting MSRP of $25,000. The Equinox has an MSRP that starts at $23,800. We should point out here that the MSRP isn't the actual price you'll pay when you visit a dealership like the GMC dealer near Vineland. We use this figure as a way to compare the prices of the two vehicles.
Trim Levels
The 2020 GMC Terrain and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox are both offered in four different trims. The Terrain is available in SL, SLE, SLT and Denali models. The Equinox comes in L, LS, LT and Premier trim levels. Most buyers will probably elect to pass on the Equinox's L trim, as it's only offered as a special order, which means buyers will have to wait while it's being built. For all practical purposes, the Equinox essentially offers three trim levels, while the Terrain has four trims that are ready to buy at the dealership.
Performance
The GMC Terrain and Chevrolet Equinox have the same engine choices. Both models have two four-cylinder engines: a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that produces 170 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque and a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that generates 252 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque. The Terrain's base engine is mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission, while the Equinox's base unit only gets a six-speed automatic. Both vehicles' upgraded engines are paired with a nine-speed automatic.
The Terrain and Equinox both get standard front-wheel drive. However, the Terrain can get optional all-wheel drive on all trims, while the Equinox can only be equipped with all-wheel drive on the LS, LT and Premier.
Amenities
When you look at the 2020 GMC Terrain and 2020 Chevrolet Equinox side by side, the Terrain comes out ahead as the more stylish model. At the top of the line, you'll find even more differences between the two SUVs. The Terrain Denali gets standard 19-inch wheels, while the Equinox Premier only gets 18-inch wheels. The Terrain Denali comes with additional exterior chrome detailing, interior aluminum accents and French stitched leather seats. The Denali also comes with a seven-speaker Bose premium stereo system, which is only offered on the Equinox Premier as an option.
Conclusion
The 2020 GMC Terrain and the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox and both excellent SUVs. Which one you prefer ultimately comes down to personal preference. But the Terrain effectively has more trim levels to choose from, feels more sophisticated than its Equinox counterpart (especially in the Denali trim), and offers some better standard features than the Equinox. That's why we believe the 2020 Terrain is the best option for most buyers.
* All vehicle mileage based on 2020 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
