Cadillac Escalade ESV vs BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$59,400 |
Listings374 | Listings1227 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 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 SummaryThe BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space41.5 cu ft | Cargo Space33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight4828 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height68.7 in |
Length227.0 in | Length194.3 in |
Width81.1 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload974 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $59,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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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 BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 4828 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 68.7 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 974 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 7209 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |

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