2025 Ford Bronco Sport vs. 2025 Chevrolet Equinox

If you're shopping for a small SUV that blends everyday practicality with adventure-ready capability, the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport and the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox are strong contenders. But while they may serve similar purposes on paper, their real-world performance, technology, and rugged features tell a different story. For drivers who value versatility, off-road confidence, and bold styling, the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport stands tall. Below, we explain how these two SUVs compare—and why the Bronco Sport may be the better fit for your lifestyle.

Performance

When it comes to performance, the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport offers more flexibility and more muscle. Buyers can choose between two powerful EcoBoost engines. The standard 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine delivers 181 horsepower and 190 pounds-feet of torque, while the available 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder cranks out 250 horsepower and 277 pounds-feet of torque. That’s a significant boost over the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox, which only comes with a single 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 175 horsepower and 203 pounds-feet of torque.

While the Equinox offers a smooth, commuter-friendly drive, the Bronco Sport caters to a wider range of needs, navigating traffic or powering through rugged terrain. The available all-wheel-drive system and sport-tuned suspension on select Bronco Sport trims add an extra level of performance versatility that the Equinox simply doesn't match.

Off-Roading

The Bronco Sport doesn’t just look like an off-roader—it acts like one. With up to 8.8 inches of ground clearance and the ability to ford up to 24 inches of water when properly equipped, the 2025 Bronco Sport was built for more than just pavement. Available features such as all-terrain off-road tires, Trail 1-Pedal Drive, recovery hooks, Ford Trail Control, Bilstein rear shocks, steel skid plates, and a locking rear differential make the Bronco Sport a legitimate off-road SUV.

On every model, you’ll find the Bronco Sport’s G.O.A.T. Modes™ (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain), which let you adapt your drive to conditions with settings like Normal, ECO, Sport, Slippery, and Off-Road. Opt for the Badlands trim, and you'll also get Rock Crawl and Rally modes for more specialized terrain. By contrast, the Chevrolet Equinox is front-wheel-drive-based with available all-wheel drive, but it lacks the hardware and tuning needed for serious off-roading.

Infotainment

Tech-savvy drivers will appreciate the Bronco Sport’s upgraded infotainment system. The 2025 model now features a standard 13.2-inch SYNC® 4 touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™—giving you a larger, more intuitive interface than what you'll find in the Equinox. You’ll also get a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster that’s fully customizable to show navigation, driving data, and more.

While the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox introduces an 11.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless smartphone integration, it doesn’t quite match the size or capabilities of the Bronco Sport’s system. The overall tech experience in the Bronco Sport feels more modern, driver-focused, and capable of keeping pace with your on-the-go lifestyle.

The Verdict

The 2025 Ford Bronco Sport and the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox offer stylish designs and modern features. Still, the Bronco Sport pulls ahead with more powerful engine choices, exceptional off-road features, and a class-leading infotainment system. Whether you're heading downtown or off the beaten path, the Bronco Sport is built to go where the Equinox can't.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Book your test drive online and visit Fury Ford Waconia today to get behind the wheel of the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport. Your next adventure starts here.