2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. 2024 GMC Yukon XL Review

Picture of the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV

2024 Cadillac
Escalade ESV

MSRP*: $84,895 to $155,295
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Picture of the 2024 GMC Yukon XL

2024 GMC
Yukon XL

MSRP*: $61,200 to $101,755
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG 14 - 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG 18 - 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 7,800 - 8,300 lbs
Exterior Length 227.0 in 225.2 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 81.0 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 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Cadillac Escalade ESV 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 ESV and the GMC Yukon XL.

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 GMC Yukon XL, 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 GMC Yukon XL, which has a much lower MSRP.

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

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

Performance
With the GMC Yukon XL, 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 GMC Yukon XL.

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

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade ESV offers greater seating capacity than the GMC Yukon XL, 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 GMC Yukon XL.