Cadillac Escalade ESV vs Mazda CX-5
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$25,900 |
Listings379 | Listings622 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 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 SummaryIt’s easy for a luxury brand to lose stature and cachet, but it’s hard for a mainstream brand to gain it. Nevertheless, Mazda is giving it the good old college try, having discussed its plan to become a premium brand for more than half a decade. Unlike some automakers that rely solely on marketing to support their premium brand positioning, Mazda heavily invests in everything from design and engineering to dealership facilities, all to ensure there is substance behind its claim. Now, numerous updates to its most popular model elevate the 2022 Mazda CX-5 solidly into premium territory. Don’t believe us? Drive one of the turbocharged versions of the 2022 CX-5 back to back with a similarly priced Audi Q3, Buick Envision, BMW X1, GMC Terrain, or Mercedes-Benz GLA, and you’ll see what we mean. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway30 |
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 Space30.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight3717 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height66.1 in |
Length227.0 in | Length180.1 in |
Width81.1 in | Width83.3 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase106.2 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1007 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $25,900 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 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. | It’s easy for a luxury brand to lose stature and cachet, but it’s hard for a mainstream brand to gain it. Nevertheless, Mazda is giving it the good old college try, having discussed its plan to become a premium brand for more than half a decade. Unlike some automakers that rely solely on marketing to support their premium brand positioning, Mazda heavily invests in everything from design and engineering to dealership facilities, all to ensure there is substance behind its claim. Now, numerous updates to its most popular model elevate the 2022 Mazda CX-5 solidly into premium territory. Don’t believe us? Drive one of the turbocharged versions of the 2022 CX-5 back to back with a similarly priced Audi Q3, Buick Envision, BMW X1, GMC Terrain, or Mercedes-Benz GLA, and you’ll see what we mean. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.5L 187 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.5L 187 hp I4 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 30 |
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 | 30.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 3717 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 180.1 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 83.3 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 106.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1007 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |
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