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Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Chevrolet Silverado EV

The Chevrolet Equinox EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV are both electric vehicles from the same brand but serve very different buyers. The Equinox EV is a compact SUV for everyday drivers and families who want a practical EV for commuting and errands. The Silverado EV is a full‑size electric pickup for buyers who need towing, hauling, and work‑focused capability alongside daily driving.

Range varies by use case. The Equinox EV delivers about 285 to 319 miles, which suits most daily and weekend driving needs. The Silverado EV offers up to around 400+ miles in consumer trims and higher in commercial variants, reflecting its larger battery and work capability. Charging speeds differ too. The Equinox EV supports DC fast charging up to around 150 kW and AC home charging near 11.5 kW. The Silverado EV supports higher peak DC charging, above 200 kW on compatible stations, helping reduce stops on long trips with heavy loads.

Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Chevrolet Silverado EV

Price positioning separates them. The Equinox EV has a lower starting price near $34,995, appealing to buyers focused on affordability. The Silverado EV starts much higher, often above $50,000 and increasing with range and capability options. The Equinox EV is rolling out widely in North America. The Silverado EV is available with broad trim choices and growing dealer inventory. This comparison helps you decide between a compact utility EV and a larger work‑oriented electric pickup.

Within Chevrolet’s EV lineup, the Equinox EV sits with the Blazer EV and future Ultium‑based crossovers. The Silverado EV sits with other large Ultium‑based trucks and vans. Cross‑brand rivals for the Equinox EV include the Ford Mustang Mach‑E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Nissan Ariya. Rivals for the Silverado EV include the Ford F‑150 Lightning and Rivian R1T in their respective segments.

The Equinox EV offers lower entry cost, solid range for daily use, and efficient charging, but interior materials are basic and powertrain performance is modest. The Silverado EV delivers high towing and hauling ability, longer range under load, and strong charging capacity, but higher cost and larger size reduce everyday maneuverability and increase energy use in city driving.

QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Equinox EV for a compact, practical EV with balanced range. Pick the Silverado EV for full‑size capability, towing strength, and long‑distance work use.

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  Chevrolet Equinox EV Chevrolet Silverado EV
Price $35,000.00 $78,000.00
Our Rating 5.7 7.0
Brand Chevrolet Chevrolet
Category Electric Cars Electric Cars

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

LAUNCH

Reveal Date 2022, September 08 2021, January 05
Availability Status Available to order. Released 2024, Q1 Available to order. Released 2023, Q4 - Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
Available to order. Released 2024, Q2 - Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
Country of origin United States United States
Base Price (USD) $ 35,000 - Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
$ 40,300 - Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
$ 78,000 - Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
$ 105,000 - Chevrolet Silverado EV RST

BATTERY

Battery Capacity 85 kWh total 200 kWh usable
Battery Chemistry Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type) Liquid-cooled Li-ion 800V
Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) 319 mi EPA
307 mi EPA
450 mi EPA - Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
400 mi EPA - Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
Energy Consumption 310 Wh/mi EPA - Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
350 Wh/mi EPA - Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
530 Wh/mi EPA
Regen Braking (Max kW) Yes Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging (Max kW) Type 1 110V
Type 2 11.5 kW
Type 2 19.2 kW (3RS AWD only)
120V, 10-100% in 24 hours
240V, 10-80% in 12 hours
DC Charging (Max kW) CCS 150 kW DCFC 350 kW, 10-80% in 41 min
Additional Notes PowerBase charging system: up to 10.2 kW of max power provided through 10 outlets

PERFORMANCE

Power Output (kW / hp) FWD 213 hp (157 kW) - Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
AWD 288 hp (212 kW) - Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
AWD 510 hp (380 kW) - Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
AWD 754 hp (555 kW) - Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
Torque (Nm) 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) - Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
451 Nm (333 lb-ft) - Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
834 Nm (615 lb-ft) - Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
1064 Nm (785 lb-ft) - Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. 7.7 sec 0-60 mph - Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
5.8 sec 0-60 mph - Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
5.6 sec 0-60 mph - Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
4.5 sec 0-60 mph - Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
Top Speed (km/h / mph) 113 mph (182 km/h) 68 mph (110 km/h)
Transmission / Drive Single-speed Single-speed

BODY

Body Style 5 door SUV, 5 seats 4 door pick-up truck, 5 seats
Platform / Architecture BEV3 BT1
Dimensions (L×W×H mm) 190.6 x 76.9 x 64.8 in (4840 x 1954 x 1646 mm) 5920 x 2072 x 1982 mm (233.1 x 81.6 x 78.0 in) - Chevrolet Silverado EV WT
5920 x 2129 x 1999 mm (233.1 x 83.8 x 78.7 in) - Chevrolet Silverado EV RST
Wheelbase (mm) 116.3 in (2954 mm) 3700 mm (145.7 in)
Ground Clearance (mm) 6.4 in (163 mm) 227 mm (8.9 in)
Kerb Weight (kg) US: 2287 kg curb - Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
US: 2287 kg curb - Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
US: 3856 kg curb
Suspension (Front / Rear) 5-link independent, passive dampers Automatic Adaptive Air, four-wheel steering
Wheel Size (inches) R19, R20, R21 R18, R24
Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) US: 26.4 ft³, 57.2 ft³ max EU: 1781 l
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) No 303 l
Towing Capacity (kg) Yes - Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD
US: 680 kg unbraked - Chevrolet Equinox EV AWD
US: 4536 kg braked
Multi-Flex Tailgate with power release (Fit items over 10 ft. in length)

SAFETY

Airbags (count) Front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags Side airbags, front and rear, head airbag system
Driver Assistance (ADAS) Front radar, front camera, 2 side cameras, rear camera. Forward Collision Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Change Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Road Sign detection, High-Beam Assist, Driver Attention System, Vehicle Ahead Indicator, Reverse Automatic Braking Front radar, 2 rear corner radars, 1 front, 2 side, 1 rear cameras. Forward Collision Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Change Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Road Sign detection, High-Beam Assist, Driver Attention System, Vehicle Ahead Indicator, Trailer brake control with Hitch Guidance, Advanced Trailering System

COMFORT

Seating Capacity Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats Heated front seats
Roof Type Panoramic glass sunroof Panoramic glass roof (fixed)
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Parking Aids Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera

DISPLAYS

Centre Screen (inches) 11" or 17.7" touchscreen 17" touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches) 11" 11"
Head-Up Display (HUD) Yes, projector type Yes

LIGHTING

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TECHNOLOGY

OWNERSHIP

Note

Additional Notes Also known as Chevrolet Silverado Work Truck EV
Disclaimer We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
  Chevrolet Equinox EV Chevrolet Silverado EV

Disclaimer Note

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct

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