Chevrolet Equinox vs. Toyota Prius Price Comparison


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For the Chevrolet Equinox vs. Toyota Prius price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Equinox vs. Prius Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Equinox and Prius will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Chevrolet Equinox LT's price is $5,865 lower than the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Advanced's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Toyota Prius
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Equinox LT | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 5,865 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 6,445 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Equinox | Prius |
| Trim | LT | Plug-in Hybrid Advanced |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 185hp V6 | 98hp I4 PiH |
| Transmission | A5 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 0/0 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 6 | 120, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-17 | 195/65-15 |
| Total Price | 27,285 | 38,245 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,095 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 27,285 | 33,150 |
| Total Invoice | 25,186 | 36,492 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,861 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 25,186 | 31,631 |
Invoice Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Toyota Prius
Price Comparison (MSRP): Chevrolet Equinox vs. Toyota PriusThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Chevrolet Equinox LT | ||
| Difference: 10,960 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Chevrolet Equinox LT | ||
| Difference: 11,306 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Equinox | Prius |
| Trim | LT | Plug-in Hybrid Advanced |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | 22,400 | 39,525 |
| Base Invoice | 20,877 | 37,945 |
| 2LT Equipment Group | 1,130 | |
| Heated front seats | 250 | |
| Satellite radio | 325 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 395 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 695 | |
| AWD | 1,500 | |
| Cargo net | 51 | |
| Floor mats | 200 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 209 | |
| 2LT Equipment Group | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 0 | |
| AWD | 0 | |
| Cargo net | 35 | |
| Floor mats | 127 | |
| Bodyside moldings | 125 | |
| Total options | 4,295 | 460 |
| Total options | 3,719 | 287 |
| Destination | 590 | 760 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -2,500 |
| Total Price | 27,285 | 38,245 |
| Total Invoice | 25,186 | 36,492 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Toyota Prius
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Equinox | Prius |
| Trim | LT | Plug-in Hybrid Advanced |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |
| CVT | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $250 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote air conditioning | $25 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Radar-based collision preparation system | $500 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo shelf, height-adjustable | $100 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Purse holder | $0 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| App support | $125 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Aux input | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $25 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| LED headlights | $1200 | |
| Reconfigurable LCD instruments | $300 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| 4 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| Automatic start / stop | $300 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Vinyl upholstery | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,095 | $9,190 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,861 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Equinox vs. Toyota Prius
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Equinox | Prius |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 188.8 in | 176.4 in |
| Width | 71.4 in | 68.7 in |
| Height | 69.3 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,796 lb. | 3,165 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.9 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.1 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.1 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.4 in | 51.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.2 in | 36.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.1 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
LT
| 2LT Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power height, driver | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar, driver | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Exterior temperature gauge | 50 | Yes |
| Compass | 25 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| 235/60R17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Plug-in Hybrid Advanced
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Chevrolet Equinox
| Price of the Chevrolet Equinox: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It was affordable at the time. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
0% for 60 months with many other incentives. |
| Price of the Chevrolet Equinox: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Except for GM supplier pricing, no budging on price. Much more expensive compared to Escape |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Price with our desired features was higher than same features in Terrain. |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
No discounts available, since the car is very popular. |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Equinox had a comparible price range, but there financing was not as attractive as Ford |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Toyota Prius
| Price of the Toyota Prius: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
The prius is not very expensive compared to other hybrids, in fuel or maintenance costs. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Cheaper than the Mini |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Price was a good value |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
It was a previously owned vehicle that was offered at a very good price |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I felt that the cost was reasonable given the technology. In addition, there was a total of $4000 in government tax rebates that lessened the cost of ownership a great deal. |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
$25k out the door price. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
We have a private loan and we are paying if off as fast as we can. |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I bought the car used. Excellent deal. |
| Price of the Toyota Prius: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Getting any hybrid new in 2010 for 21k was not a bad deal, but Toyota broke out the Prius into several different models, and for 21k you get a pat on the back and the little paper in the floorboard. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Several thousand more than the Insight. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Even the low end Prius was a few thousand more than the mid-range Insight EX. |
| 2010 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Price is too high in this uncertain economic time. Plus I tend to keep cars 10 to 12 years. I do not want to be faced with the cost of replacing the batteries (well over $1,500) eight to ten years from now. |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Payments were 382 per month for 7 years, car not really worth it. |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
There is the "hybrid premium" you pay because of the new technology, but the Prius is neither a small car not a cheap car. It is larger than a Camry inside and it is well built with tons of features not found on cars such as the Yaris, Corolla, Elantra... |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Far too expensive for what you get. |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Its expensive, compared to other models of about the same size. It will take several years before the fuel economy pays that back. |
| 2006 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Was a great bargain when tax credits could defray expense (I got both federal and state credits!) |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
The car is pricy for mid size car |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
It can be pricier than similar cars of the same model year. |
| 2004 | 4dr Hatch 76-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
In Canada, there is definitely a price premium for the Prius - which is unfortunate, since it is a great car. |
| 2003 | 4dr Sedan 70-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
It is an expensive car, and I am hoping to drive it for 10+ years to make that investment worth it. I am a person who would more likely buy a used car rather than something new off the lot. I just got swept away by the "green" aspect of owning a Prius. |
