Equinox starts $12,842 lower. ES wins efficiency by 0.3 L/100 km. Equinox gives you 1,404 L more cargo room. ES reaches 6 core tracked features at the top trim. The highlighted cells below show the winner, and the edge column tells you by how much.
Interactive trim explorer
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Full spec sheet
Every row scored head-to-head. The winner cell is highlighted.
$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
$37,443
Equinox
$55,792
5 tracked trims
$38,593
2 tracked trims
| Metric | Lexus ES | Chevrolet Equinox | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Entry priceLower wins | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature | $37,443 Equinox | $12,842 lower |
Average trim priceLower wins | $55,792 5 tracked trims | $38,593 2 tracked trims | $17,199 lower |
Best efficiencyLower wins | 8.4 L/100 km ES 250 AWD Signature | 8.7 L/100 km Equinox | 0.3 L/100 km lower |
Cargo roomHigher wins | 394 L Best published cargo figure | 1,798 L Best published cargo figure | 1,404 L more |
Tow ratingHigher wins | — Not published | 680 kg Highest rated trim in ladder | Only Chevrolet reports |
Mid-trim valueHigher wins | 2 features ES 250 AWD Premium at $53,965 | 2 features Equinox at $37,443 | =Tied |
Premium ceilingHigher wins | 6 features ES 250 AWD Signature at $50,285 | 3 features Equinox AWD at $39,743 | +3 features |
Safety and warranty still deserve a final check: Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 4 yr / 80,000 km for Lexus ES, versus Top Safety Pick+ · NHTSA 5 and 3 yr / 60,000 km for Chevrolet Equinox.
Equipment differences
Extra equipment beyond the core table. Each row shows the earliest trim on either side that gets you there.
Winter
Traction and cold-weather gear that changes the daily Canada experience.
$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
Short Range Key Fob Remote Start (requires active DCM)
—
Doesn’t reach it
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
Blind Spot Monitor with RCTA
—
Doesn’t reach it
$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
—
Doesn’t reach it
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
$50,285
ES 250 AWD Signature
Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Foldable Exterior Mirrors; P215/55R17
$37,443
Equinox
Dual pane power sunroof
Winter
Traction and cold-weather gear that changes the daily Canada experience.
| Equipment | Lexus ES | Chevrolet Equinox | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Remote startExpanded Only ES reaches remote start. | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature Short Range Key Fob Remote Start (requires active DCM) | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Driver Assist
High-use visibility and lane-support hardware that often moves buyers up the ladder.
| Equipment | Lexus ES | Chevrolet Equinox | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Blind-spot supportExpanded Only ES reaches blind-spot support. | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature Blind Spot Monitor with RCTA | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Lane-keep supportExpanded Only ES reaches lane-keep support. | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | — Doesn’t reach it | Left only |
Comfort & Cabin
Roof, audio, and interior-upgrade cues that tell you where the premium story really starts.
| Equipment | Lexus ES | Chevrolet Equinox | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
Moonroof / sunroofExpanded Equinox unlocks it $12,842 sooner. | $50,285 ES 250 AWD Signature Standard features: Power Slide / Tilt Moonroof; Bi-Beam LED Headlamps; Daytime Running Lights; LED Rear Combination Lamps; Foldable Exterior Mirrors; P215/55R17 | $37,443 Equinox Dual pane power sunroof | Right sooner |
Reasons to pick Lexus ES
Switch between the entry, efficiency, and premium picks to see how both ladders compare on the same shelf.
ES 250 AWD Signature
Equinox
| Side | Trim | MSRP | Efficiency | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus ES | ES 250 AWD Signature | $50,285 | 8.4 L/100 km | 6 |
| Chevrolet Equinox | Equinox | $37,443 | 8.7 L/100 km | 2 |
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