2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vs 2026 Tesla Model Y:
Safety comparison — crash avoidance & crash test ratings
Side-by-side comparison of standard crash-avoidance technologies and NHTSA/IIHS crash test ratings. Driver assistance and convenience features are covered in the full comparison.
Quick take
Both vehicles score closely on overall safety (99 vs 100). The difference comes down to individual crash-avoidance features and test ratings. Both vehicles are evenly matched on the 4 core crash-avoidance technologies. The Tesla Model Y achieves a higher IIHS designation (Top Safety Pick vs Top Safety Pick+). Overall, the Tesla Model Y has the stronger safety package, leading on 1 of 6 measured features versus 0 for the Chevrolet Equinox EV (5 tied). Check the full comparison for cost of ownership, powertrain, and livability scores — safety is one of five pillars in the MotiveGrid Score.
Crash avoidance(0–0–4)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Tesla Model Y)
Crash test ratings(0–1–1)
(Wins–Losses–Ties for Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Tesla Model Y)
Data reflects standard equipment at the base MSRP. Optional packages like Ford BlueCruise, GM Super Cruise, and Tesla FSD are not scored (Tesla FSD is the lone curated exception). Crash test data from NHTSA and IIHS. ADAS data verified against manufacturer spec pages.
See the full Chevrolet Equinox EV vs Tesla Model Y comparison — all five pillars including cost of ownership, powertrain, driver assistance, and livability: