2025 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2025 Chevrolet Suburban Review

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2025 Cadillac
Escalade

MSRP*: $87,595 to $159,995
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2025 Chevrolet
Suburban

MSRP*: $61,500 to $84,200
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 9 seats
Cargo Space 120.5 ft3 144.5 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 5.3-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 - 682 hp 355 - 420 hp
Towing Capacity 7,200 - 8,100 lbs 7,900 - 8,200 lbs
Exterior Length 211.9 in 226.3 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 81.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.8 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Cadillac Escalade offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Chevrolet Suburban, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Cadillac Escalade and the Chevrolet Suburban.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Cadillac Escalade will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Chevrolet Suburban, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Cadillac Escalade is about the same width as the Chevrolet Suburban. If you go with the Cadillac Escalade, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Chevrolet Suburban.

Handling
The Cadillac Escalade has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Chevrolet Suburban, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Cadillac Escalade will do just as well as the Chevrolet Suburban, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Cadillac Escalade has a little more horsepower than the Chevrolet Suburban.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Cadillac Escalade transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Chevrolet Suburban.

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade offers greater seating capacity than the Chevrolet Suburban, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Cadillac Escalade has less cargo space than the Chevrolet Suburban, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.