2025 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2025 Chevrolet Traverse Review

Picture of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade

2025 Cadillac
Escalade

MSRP*: $87,595 to $159,995
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Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse

2025 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $40,600 to $55,900
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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 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 120.5 ft3 97.6 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 - 682 hp 328 hp
Towing Capacity 7,200 - 8,100 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 211.9 in 204.5 - 204.7 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 79.6 - 80.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.8 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 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 Traverse, 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 Traverse.

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 Traverse, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Cadillac Escalade is a little wider than the Chevrolet Traverse, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Cadillac Escalade, which is slightly longer than the Chevrolet Traverse.

Performance
The Cadillac Escalade has a little more horsepower than the Chevrolet Traverse.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac Escalade does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Chevrolet Traverse.

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade offers greater seating capacity than the Chevrolet Traverse, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Cadillac Escalade has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Chevrolet Traverse.