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

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

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,621 vs $49,410 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT, a $9,789 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 $9,789 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): $0.66 vs $0.82 per mile all-in ($660 vs $824 per month) in Tennessee.

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 Tennessee, the Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,621 vs $49,410 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT, a $9,789 difference over 5 years. Tennessee's electricity (14.9¢/kWh, 21% below the U.S. average) and $3.38/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 · TennesseeHonda CR-V LX (gas) · $39,621 total · $9,789 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 (42%)	$11,470 (29%)
Charging / fuel	$3,840 (8%)	$6,760 (17%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$461)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (7%)	$4,980 (13%)
Insurance	$13,750 (28%)	$11,000 (28%)
Financing interest	$6,017 (12%)	$5,266 (13%)
Registration & fees	$1,145 (2%)	$145 (0%)
Total cost of ownership	$49,410	$39,621

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: $49,410
Cost / month: $824
Cost / mile: $0.82
MSRP: $34,995
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 29 kWh/100mi

Gas Lower 5-yr cost

Honda CR-V LX (gas)

5-yr total cost: $39,621
Cost / month: $660
Cost / mile: $0.66
MSRP: $31,000
Powertrain: Gas
Efficiency: 30 mpg

Tennessee electricity: 14.9¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (Tennessee): $3.38/gal AAA

Change the miles, your state & either car

Full cost breakdowns

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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 Tennessee?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,621 vs $49,410 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV LT, a $9,789 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 $9,789 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): $0.66 vs $0.82 per mile all-in ($660 vs $824 per month) in Tennessee.