Cadillac Escalade ESV vs Chevrolet Suburban
Overview | |
Years produced2003-Present | Years produced1935-Present |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$62,000 |
Listings3912 | Listings9422 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Cadillac Escalade isn't just a luxury family hauler. It's one of the most high-tech SUVs you can buy today. In its Escalade ESV format, the model offers buyers more cargo room but keeps passenger space nearly the same. Though it's longer and heavier, the Escalade ESV has a secret: it's actually better to drive than its little brother. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Chevy Suburban sees significant updates for the 2025 model year, but the most impactful are visible only from the inside. A new touchscreen interface joins a flashy driver information display, and together they solve one of our biggest gripes with the outgoing model. Beyond its tech update, the new Suburban features a refreshed exterior, new interior upgrades, and a revised diesel engine that is now available on the Z71 trim level. Verdict: Z71 shoppers will love the newly available 3.0-liter diesel, but the majority of shoppers are going to want a new 2025 Suburban because of its impressive 17.7-inch touchscreen display. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity9 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway20 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway20 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity9 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space41.5 cu ft | Cargo Space41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight5680 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height75.6 in |
Length227.0 in | Length226.3 in |
Width81.1 in | Width81.0 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase134.1 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1750 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity8200 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-Present | 1935-Present |
MSRP | $79,195 | $62,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Cadillac Escalade isn't just a luxury family hauler. It's one of the most high-tech SUVs you can buy today. In its Escalade ESV format, the model offers buyers more cargo room but keeps passenger space nearly the same. Though it's longer and heavier, the Escalade ESV has a secret: it's actually better to drive than its little brother. | The Chevy Suburban sees significant updates for the 2025 model year, but the most impactful are visible only from the inside. A new touchscreen interface joins a flashy driver information display, and together they solve one of our biggest gripes with the outgoing model. Beyond its tech update, the new Suburban features a refreshed exterior, new interior upgrades, and a revised diesel engine that is now available on the Z71 trim level. Verdict: Z71 shoppers will love the newly available 3.0-liter diesel, but the majority of shoppers are going to want a new 2025 Suburban because of its impressive 17.7-inch touchscreen display. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Drive Train | RWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 9 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 20 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 5.3L 355 hp V8 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 20 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 9 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 5680 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 75.6 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 226.3 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 81.0 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 134.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1750 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 8200 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | 7700 lbs |
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