2024 Ford Escape vs 2024 Chevrolet Equinox

Key highlights and safety features comparison 

Sherwood Ford is putting two fierce competitors to the test today: the 2024 Ford Escape vs the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. If you’re looking for a small SUV, these two models are great options, and the Escape is available at our dealership in Sherwood Park, AB. Keep reading to learn more about these models with our key highlights and safety features comparison. 



Key highlights of the Ford Escape and Chevy Equinox 

Here are the key highlights of the Ford Escape and Chevy Equinox: price, cargo space, drive system, and engine type. As you can see, these models are very competitive, even having the same starting price for their base trim levels. 

Model 

2024 Ford Escape 

2024 Chevrolet Equinox 

Starting MSRP 

$31,744 

$31,744 

Maximum cargo volume 

1,851.9 L 

1,810 L 

Drive system 

AWD with AWD disconnect 

Switchable AWD 

Engine type 

1.5 L EcoBoost ® 

1.5 L Turbocharged 

2024 Ford Escape rear view
2024 Ford Escape touchscreen display
2024 Ford Escape front seats
2024 Chevrolet Equinox rear view
2024 Chevrolet Equinox touchscreen display
2024 Chevrolet Equinox front seats

Safety feature comparison: Ford Escape vs Chevy Equinox 

Both the Ford Escape and Chevy Equinox stand out for the long list of safety features they offer. Below, you can see which features come standard on the base trim level and which ones are only available on higher trim levels, which might be associated with a higher cost. 

Model 

2024 Ford Escape 

2024 Chevrolet Equinox 

Front and rear park assist 

Available (rear only) 

Available  

Adaptive cruise control 

Available  

Available  

Rear cross-traffic alert 

Standard  

Available  

Auto high-beam headlamps 

Standard  

Standard  

Side blind zone alert 

Standard  

Available  

Rear vision camera 

Standard  

Standard 

Automatic emergency braking 

Standard  

Standard  

Pedestrian detection 

Standard  

Standard  

360-degree camera 

Available  

Available  

Overall, the Ford Escape has a slight advantage over the Chevy Equinox because it offers standard rear cross-traffic alert and side blind-zone alert. Here’s a quick look at what these features can do for you: 

  • Rear cross-traffic alert: This system lets you know if a car is about to drive behind you while you’re reversing. It’s helpful in getting out of parking spots safely. 
  • Side blind-zone alert: This feature notifies you when a driver is in your blind spot. Using this system, you can safely change lanes. 


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