2025 Cadillac
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2025 GMC
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| MPG - City | 11 - 14 MPG | 14 - 15 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 16 - 19 MPG | 18 - 19 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 120.5 ft3 | 144.5 ft3 |
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| 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 | 7,800 - 8,200 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 211.9 in | 225.2 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 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 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.
Comfort
The Cadillac Escalade offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the GMC Yukon XL, 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 GMC Yukon XL.
Convenience
The GMC Yukon XL requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Cadillac Escalade, making it more convenient to drive.
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 GMC Yukon XL, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Cadillac Escalade is about the same width as the GMC Yukon XL.
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 GMC Yukon XL.
Handling
The Cadillac Escalade has a significantly smaller turning radius than the GMC Yukon XL, 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 GMC Yukon XL, since they have about the same towing capacity.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Cadillac Escalade and the GMC Yukon XL.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Cadillac Escalade and the GMC Yukon XL are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac Escalade and the GMC Yukon XL.
The Cadillac Escalade has less cargo space than the GMC Yukon XL, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.