Chevrolet Equinox EV LT vs Honda CR-V LX (gas): 5-year cost to own in New York

Q: Is the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT or the Honda CR-V LX (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in New York?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $41,031 vs $52,076 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT, a $11,045 difference over 5 years.

Q: How much more does the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT cost to buy than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Chevrolet Equinox EV LT starts at $34,995 — $3,995 more than the Honda CR-V LX (gas) ($31,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $11,045 in favor of the Honda CR-V LX (gas).

Q: Which costs less per mile — the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT or the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas): $0.68 vs $0.87 per mile all-in ($684 vs $868 per month) in New York.

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

As of July 1, 2026, over 5 years in New York, the Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $41,031 vs $52,076 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT, a $11,045 difference over 5 years. New York's electricity (29.4¢/kWh, 56% above the U.S. average) and $4.12/gal gas are fed straight into both totals. The expired federal $7,500 EV credit is not applied to either total.

Cheaper to own over 5 years · New YorkHonda CR-V LX (gas) · $41,031 total · $11,045 less than the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT

Chevrolet Equinox EV LT vs Honda CR-V LX (gas) — where the money goes

5-year total cost of ownership by component, by vehicle (USD). Estimates; sources dated in the methodology.
Cost component	Electric · Chevrolet Equinox EV LT	Gas · Honda CR-V LX
Depreciation (estimated)	$20,997 (40%)	$11,470 (28%)
Charging / fuel	$7,570 (15%)	$8,234 (20%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$908)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (7%)	$4,980 (12%)
Insurance	$13,750 (26%)	$11,000 (27%)
Financing interest	$6,017 (12%)	$5,266 (13%)
Registration & fees	$81 (0%)	$81 (0%)
Total cost of ownership	$52,076	$41,031

The charging-loss row is the ~10–15% of electricity lost to AC charging that you pay for but never reaches the battery — we include it; most calculators don't.

When does the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT win?

Even at 30,000+ mi/yr or a 15-year hold, the Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Chevrolet Equinox EV LT is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Chevrolet Equinox EV LT vs Honda CR-V LX (gas), side by side

Electric

Chevrolet Equinox EV LT

5-yr total cost: $52,076
Cost / month: $868
Cost / mile: $0.87
MSRP: $34,995
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 29 kWh/100mi

Gas Lower 5-yr cost

Honda CR-V LX (gas)

5-yr total cost: $41,031
Cost / month: $684
Cost / mile: $0.68
MSRP: $31,000
Powertrain: Gas
Efficiency: 30 mpg

New York electricity: 29.4¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (New York): $4.12/gal AAA

Change the miles, your state & either car

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FAQ

Is the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT or the Honda CR-V LX (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in New York?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $41,031 vs $52,076 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT, a $11,045 difference over 5 years.

When does the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT become cheaper than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

How much more does the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT cost to buy than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Chevrolet Equinox EV LT starts at $34,995 — $3,995 more than the Honda CR-V LX (gas) ($31,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $11,045 in favor of the Honda CR-V LX (gas).

Which costs less per mile — the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT or the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas): $0.68 vs $0.87 per mile all-in ($684 vs $868 per month) in New York.