Cadillac Escalade ESV vs Buick Envision
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$31,800 |
Listings371 | Listings286 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 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 redesigned 2021 Buick Envision is the start of a new generation, but it doesn’t look or drive like it’s a complete re-do. The Envision, especially its new Avenir top trim, offers plenty to like that makes it more competitive with the rest of the premium compact SUV set. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
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 Space25.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight3692 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height64.6 in |
Length227.0 in | Length182.5 in |
Width81.1 in | Width74.1 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase109.4 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $31,800 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 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 redesigned 2021 Buick Envision is the start of a new generation, but it doesn’t look or drive like it’s a complete re-do. The Envision, especially its new Avenir top trim, offers plenty to like that makes it more competitive with the rest of the premium compact SUV set. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.0L 228 hp I4 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 228 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 25.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 3692 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 64.6 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 182.5 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 74.1 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 109.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |

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