Cadillac Escalade ESV vs Chevrolet Suburban
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$53,100 |
Listings365 | Listings311 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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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 SummaryAfter launching a redesigned Suburban for the 2021 model year, Chevrolet further enhances its biggest SUV for 2022. Most of the changes relate to technology and safety upgrades, including a larger digital instrument cluster on LT and above trim levels, standard Google built-in software, standard park-assist and lane-maintenance features, and available reverse automatic braking. In the powertrain department, the big 6.2-liter V8 is now available on RST, Z71, and Premier trims. | |
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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 System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space41.5 cu ft | Cargo Space41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight5616 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height75.7 in |
Length227.0 in | Length225.7 in |
Width81.1 in | Width81.1 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 Capacity8300 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity7800 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $53,100 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 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. | After launching a redesigned Suburban for the 2021 model year, Chevrolet further enhances its biggest SUV for 2022. Most of the changes relate to technology and safety upgrades, including a larger digital instrument cluster on LT and above trim levels, standard Google built-in software, standard park-assist and lane-maintenance features, and available reverse automatic braking. In the powertrain department, the big 6.2-liter V8 is now available on RST, Z71, and Premier trims. |
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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 | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 5616 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 75.7 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 225.7 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 81.1 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 134.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1750 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 8300 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | 7800 lbs |

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