Cadillac Escalade ESV vs BMW X1
Overview | |
Years produced2003-Present | Years produced2012-Present |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$39,100 |
Listings371 | Listings341 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 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 all-new, third-generation X1 is zippy and fun enough to be worthy of the distinction, but with new capability and plenty of cargo space, it’s bringing the utility, too. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower241 hp @ 4500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
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 Space25.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight3750 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height64.6 in |
Length227.0 in | Length177.2 in |
Width81.1 in | Width82.8 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase106.0 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload994 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-Present | 2012-Present |
MSRP | $79,195 | $39,100 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 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 all-new, third-generation X1 is zippy and fun enough to be worthy of the distinction, but with new capability and plenty of cargo space, it’s bringing the utility, too. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 241 hp @ 4500 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.0L 241 hp I4 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 241 hp @ 4500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 25.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 3750 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 64.6 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 177.2 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 82.8 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 106.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 994 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |

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