Chevrolet Equinox EV 2LT 2025 vs Ford “Model T moment”

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thumb image Chevrolet Equinox EV 2LT 2025 US$ 38,190
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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Chevrolet Ford
Model Equinox EV 2LT 2025 Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric pickup (midsize)
Trims Equinox EV 1LT, 2LT, 2RS, 3LT, and 3RS 2025 TBD
Release Date November 2025 2027 (targeted)
Status Coming Soon 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed)
Made In Ramos Arizpe, Mexico Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA
Body Type Compact Electric SUV Pickup with frunk + cargo bed
Vehicle Warranty 3yr/36k mi, 8yr yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV battery)
Colors Summit White, Sterling Gray Metallic, Mosaic Black Metallic, Lakeshore Blue Metallic, Riptide Blue Metallic, and Harvest Bronze Metallic TBD

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Electric motor (FWD) or Dual Electric motor (AWD) TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD)
Horsepower 210 hp (157 kW) TBD
Torque 242 lb-ft (328 Nm) TBD
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 7.0 seconds 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate)
Top Speed 105 mph TBD
Range 250 miles 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery)
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive (AWD) RWD (base), AWD (optional)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Ultium Lithium-Ion LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made
Battery Capacity 65 kWh 50–55 kWh (estimate)
Power Consumption 2.7 mi/kWh TBD
Battery Warranty 8yr/100k miles 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11.5 kW TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW)
Supercharging Speed TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed 150 kW max TBD (~100–150 kW expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 25 miles TBD
Charging Time 8-9 Hours 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (NACS adapter included) Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025)
Home Charging Options Level 1 Charging (120V), Level 2 Charging (240V) Wallbox + portable charger (expected)
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 190.2 inches TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick)
Width 74.9 inches TBD
Height 65.4 inches TBD
Wheelbase 112.5 inches TBD
Ground Clearance 6.3 inches C
Cargo Space 26.5 cu ft (748 liters) behind rear seats, 57.2 cu ft (1620 liters) with rear seats folded Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4)
Curb Weight 4,300 lbs TBD
No. of Doors 5 Doors 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy wheels TBD
Wheel Size 20-inches TBD
Front Tire 245/50R20 TBD
Rear Tire 245/50R20 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (typical BEV)
Turning Radius 38.1 feet TBD
Gear Box Direct Drive Single-speed e-gearbox
Front Suspension MacPherson strut TBD
Rear Suspension Multi-link TBD

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected)
Navigation System Yes Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected)
Adaptive Cruise Control Optional Yes (expected)
Climate Control Yes TBD
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes TBD
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes (confirmed)
Keyless Start Yes TBD
Keyless Entry Yes TBD
Heated Steering Wheel Yes TBD
Panoramic Sunroof Optional TBD
Apple Car Play Yes Likely supported
Android Auto Yes Likely supported
Touchscreen 11 inches TBD
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Expected
Bluetooth Yes Expected
MP3 Player Yes TBD
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS TBD
Front Brakes Disc Brake TBD
Rear Brakes Disc Brake TBD
Brake Assist Yes TBD
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags Yes
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Rear parking only Likely
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Likely
Multiple Cameras Rearview Only Yes (rear/360 on higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes TBD
Multi-Terrain Monitor No TBD
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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