2022 Land Rover Range Rover vs 2022 Chevrolet Equinox

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox underwent subtle styling changes, including a new grille, LED headlights, and LED daytime running lights, which contributed to a sleeker appearance. The grille was more upright and flanked by large fake air intakes, giving the Equinox a chunkier look compared to its predecessor. While it maintained a car-based crossover design, it avoided the rugged styling of some competitors, offering a happy medium for buyers. Inside, the dashboard featured a creative design with a touchscreen and large air vents, and materials were decent for the price. The RS model added black exterior trim and darkened wheels, but the interior was considered too subdued.

The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover's redesign was more evolutionary, maintaining a similar look to the previous generation with a broad rounded face and large expanses of sheet metal. The rear view saw the most significant change with thin LED strips replacing square taillights. The Range Rover emphasized its size, especially in the long-wheelbase version. Inside, the cabin was simplified with fewer buttons and a larger touchscreen, offering a modern look. Materials were of excellent quality, with premium leather and rich wood trim elements. The Range Rover delivered a refined interior, surpassing competitors like the Mercedes-Benz GLS and BMW X7.

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox was powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 170 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. It offered standard front-wheel drive with optional all-wheel drive. While it had more torque than most rivals, it lagged in horsepower. The Equinox excelled in stop-and-go driving, but at higher speeds, the engine felt coarse and unresponsive. The automatic transmission's shifts were rough, and the Equinox lacked sporty handling, though it was comfortable on poorly maintained roads.

The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover offered two powertrains: the base P400 with a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine producing 395 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque, and the P530 with a twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 engine delivering 523 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. Both engines were paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard four-wheel drive. The P400 provided effortless acceleration, reaching 60 mph in 5.8 seconds. The Range Rover was agile for its size, with well-managed body roll and a calm driving experience. It was easy to maneuver, thanks to rear-wheel steering, and offered impressive off-road capability with Land Rover's Terrain Response system.

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox offered seating for five across two rows, with decent headroom and good second-row legroom. However, front seat legroom was limited, and the lack of a telescoping steering wheel made finding a comfortable driving position challenging. The Equinox provided a tall seating position and good forward visibility, but rear visibility was hampered by a small rear window. Cargo space was near the bottom of the segment, with 29.9 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 63.9 cubic feet with them folded.

The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover provided ample space in the first two rows, enhanced by large windows and a panoramic sunroof. Front seats were cushioned for long-distance comfort, with available massage functions. Storage options included two glove boxes, a wireless charging pad, and a large center console bin. The second row offered power recline and sliding adjustments, with climate controls and USB-C ports. The optional third row was accessible with a button, though headroom was limited for adults. Cargo space was 17.1 cubic feet behind the third row, expanding to 93 cubic feet with seats folded. The split tailgate and air suspension height adjustment aided loading.

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox came with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bluetooth, SiriusXM, and a 4G LTE WiFi hotspot. Higher trims offered an 8-inch touchscreen and a Bose audio system. The infotainment system was responsive and easy to use, with large menu icons. Wireless smartphone connectivity was a major advantage, though the center-console slot for phones was too small.

The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover featured a 13-inch touchscreen with the new Pivi Pro infotainment system, offering sharper graphics and quicker responses. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto were standard, paired with a wireless charging pad. The Meridian audio system delivered excellent sound quality, with an optional 35-speaker upgrade. Other tech features included Amazon Alexa integration, remote parking, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and smartphone app control.

The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox received top "Good" scores in most IIHS crash tests, with a "Marginal" rating in the updated side crash test. It earned a "Superior" rating for front-crash prevention in vehicle-to-vehicle situations and an "Advanced" rating for vehicle-to-pedestrian scenarios. The NHTSA awarded it a five-star overall safety rating. Standard safety features included automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane keep assist, and more. Optional features included adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring.

The 2022 Land Rover Range Rover had not been crash-tested by the NHTSA or IIHS. Standard safety features included frontal collision warning, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keep assist, and a surround-view camera system. The surround-view cameras were particularly useful for off-roading. While adequately equipped, some rivals offered additional safety features not available on the Range Rover.