2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. 2024 Chevrolet Suburban Review

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2024 Cadillac
Escalade ESV

MSRP*: $84,895 to $155,295
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2024 Chevrolet
Suburban

MSRP*: $59,200 to $82,900
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG 14 - 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 9 seats
Cargo Space 142.8 ft3 144.7 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline 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 7,000 - 7,500 lbs 7,900 - 8,300 lbs
Exterior Length 227.0 in 225.7 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 81.1 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 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 ESV 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 ESV and the Chevrolet Suburban.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Cadillac Escalade ESV as you will with the Chevrolet Suburban, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 ESV will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Chevrolet Suburban, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Cadillac Escalade ESV is about the same width as the Chevrolet Suburban. When looking at overall length, the Cadillac Escalade ESV takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Chevrolet Suburban.

Handling
The Cadillac Escalade ESV has the same turning radius as the Chevrolet Suburban, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Chevrolet Suburban, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Cadillac Escalade ESV. The Cadillac Escalade ESV has a little more horsepower than the Chevrolet Suburban.

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

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade ESV offers greater seating capacity than the Chevrolet Suburban, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Cadillac Escalade ESV as you will in the Chevrolet Suburban.