Cadillac Escalade ESV vs Nissan Pathfinder
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$34,640 |
Listings378 | Listings538 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 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 SummaryYou said it and Nissan listened. The automaker is bringing back much of the heralded capability of the classic Pathfinder, as well as a rugged-ish body style, for the 2022 model year. Thoughtful innovations and features make the Pathfinder more than just a competent family hauler while Nissan’s safety tech puts minds at ease. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
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 Space16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight4317 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height69.7 in |
Length227.0 in | Length197.7 in |
Width81.1 in | Width77.9 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1583 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $34,640 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 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. | You said it and Nissan listened. The automaker is bringing back much of the heralded capability of the classic Pathfinder, as well as a rugged-ish body style, for the 2022 model year. Thoughtful innovations and features make the Pathfinder more than just a competent family hauler while Nissan’s safety tech puts minds at ease. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.5L 284 hp V6 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 284 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
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 | 16.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 4317 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 69.7 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 197.7 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 77.9 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1583 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | 3500 lbs |

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