Comparison - Cadillac Escalade ESV Premium Luxury 2020 - vs - GMC Yukon XL SLT 2020

General

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The Cadillac Escalade ESV 2017
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GMC Yukon XL 2017: Full Review
Average Price: 
$
91,195
Updated: 
19 Aug 2019
$
63,400
Updated: 
22 Aug 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2020
Total Seating: 
7
8
Transmission: 
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
31.00gals
31.00gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Black Raven
#000000
Bronze Dune Metallic
#B2ABA5
Crystal White Tricoat
#DDE0DB
Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic
#26313D
Silver Coast Metallic
#B6B3A4
Red Passion Tintcoat
#802F38
Radiant Silver Metallic
#DADEDD
Dark Granite Metallic
#76777C
Color: 
Crimson Red Tintcoat
#750619
Dark Sapphire Blue Metallic
#26313D
Dark Sky Metallic
#616C76
Smokey Quartz Metallic
#878278
Onyx Black
#000000
Quicksilver Metallic
#DADEDD
Pepperdust Metallic
#B2ABA5
Summit White
#FFFFFF
White Frost Tricoat
#FFFFFF
Satin Steel Metallic
#9BA0AB

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Cadillac Escalade is ripe for a redesign, so check out rivals before making a call.

Pros
In-your-face design
V-8 thrust
Comfortable interior
Good towing ability

Cons
Ride not as composed as rivals
Curiously cramped for passengers
So, so thirsty
Too in-your-face for most

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Cadillac Escalade ranked #9 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Cadillac Escalade has a score of 6.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 27 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Strong engine
High towing capacity
Lots of passenger and cargo space in ESV models

Cons
Tight third row in standard-wheelbase models
Complicated infotainment controls
Feels less composed around turns than its rivals

By: 
usnews.com

New Dark Mocha Metallic exterior color.Rear-seat DVD entertainment system has been discontinued.

Pros
Strong V8 engine never lacks for power
Cabin remains quiet on any type of road
Seats up to eight passengers
Tows up to 8,100 pounds

Cons
Ride quality is less refined than that of some other luxury SUVs
Sheer size requires careful maneuvering in tight quarters
High cargo floor hinders easy luggage and cargo loading
Infotainment interface isn't always intuitive

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 GMC Yukon XL comes with four wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed shiftable automatic.The Yukon XL carries over essentially unchanged for 2020.

Pros
Seats up to nine passengers
Plenty of cargo capacity, even with all the seats up
High towing ratings

Cons
Size, weight and length make it unwieldy around town
Slow gas pedal response makes base engine feel less powerful than it's rated
Cargo space utility is limited by the high load floor

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 GMC Yukon is a business-casual blue-collar SUV with truck-like capability, but many crossovers do it better, and cheaper.

Pros
Strong V-8 engines
Massive towing capacity
High-class interior
Business-class looks
Comfortable ride quality on Denali

Cons
Limited cargo space
High top-end price
Floor height hampers leg room
Most crossovers do people better

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
14.00mpg
14.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
21.00mpg
21.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
8
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
6.20L
5.30L
Torque: 
460ft-lbs
at 4 100rpm
383ft-lbs
at 4 100rpm
Horsepower: 
420hp
at 5 600rpm
355hp
at 5 600rpm
Cam Type: 
overhead valves (OHV)
overhead valves (OHV)
Turning Circle: 
43.00Feet
43.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
no
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
no
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Hands-Free Calling*
Roadside Assistance*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Sun Sensor
Keyless Ignition
Heated Steering Wheel
Adjustable Pedals
Driver Assisted Parking Assist
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Leather And Wood Steering Wheel
Keyless ignition
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Adjustable Pedals
Power rear seat easy entry
Sun Sensor
Leather Steering Wheel
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Heated Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
224.30in
224.40in
Width: 
80.50in
80.50in
Height: 
74.00in
74.40in
Ground Clearance: 
8.00in
7.90in
Front Track: 
68.70in
Rear Track: 
68.60in
Wheel Base: 
130.00in
130.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
42.80
42.80
Rear Head Room: 
39.10
39.10
Front Leg Room: 
45.30in
45.30in
Rear leg room: 
39.70in
39.70in
Front Hip Room: 
60.90in
60.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
64.90in
64.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
60.20in
60.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
64.40in
65.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
120.90cu.ft
121.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7900lbs
8000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
39.30cu.ft
39.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
15.90degrees
15.30degrees
Angle of Departure: 
19.50degrees
20.90degrees
Curb Weight: 
6088.00lbs
5846.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
4 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8 -way power driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leather
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power passenger seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
Driver Cooled Seat
8 -way power driver seat
8 -way power passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Leather
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Ventilated driver seat
Ventilated passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Rear Seats Features: 
Reclining rear seats
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Folding center armrest
Folding rear seatback
Multi-Level Heating
Folding center armrest
Heated
Power folding bench third row seats
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Front and rear stabilizer bar
Front independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
no
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Three Zone Climate Control
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn signal in mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
yes
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
USB connection
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Satellite radio w/real time traffic satellite radio
16 total speakers
Surround Audio (Discrete)
1 subwoofer(s)
Bose premium brand speakers
Blu-Ray/DVD Player
Audio/Video Remote Control Remote Control
Separate Rear Audio
9 total speakers
1 subwoofer
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Bose Premium Brand Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Roof rack
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Rear window wiper
Privacy glass
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 x 9.0 In.
18 X 8.5-In
Wheels more: 
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Painted alloy wheels
Polished Alloy Wheels
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R22
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Emergency Service*
Post-collision safety system
Rear height adjustable headrests
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
LED headlamp
Pre-Collision Safety System
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Cornering Lights
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Turn Signal Mirrors
Turn signal mirrors
Airbag Deployment Notification
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Post-collision safety system
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Pre-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Options

Packages: 
Radiant Package
Escalade Sport Edition
Graphite Edition
Open Road Package Discount Not Desired
Open Road Package
Enhanced Security Package
Premium Edition
HD Trailering Package
Graphite Performance Edition
Exterior Options: 
22" 7-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Silver Finish
22" Split 7-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Chrome Finish
22" Split 6-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Chrome Finish
Black Front License Plate Bracket
Polished Exhaust Tip
Power Retractable Assist Steps W/LED Lighting
Black Integrated Roof Rack Rails
22" X 9" 12-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Polished Finish
Wheel Locks
Black Molded Splash Guards
Sunroof Delete
22" 6-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/High-Gloss Black Finish
Galvano Surround Grille W/Silver Painted Mesh
22" X 9" 6-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Chrome Finish
22" Dual 7-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Ultra Bright Machined/Midnight Silver Finish
22" Split 6-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Ultra-Bright Machined/Manoogian Silver Finish
22" 7-Spoke Black Painted Alloy Wheels W/Chrome Inserts
22" 5-Spoke Alloy Wheels W/Ultra Bright Machined/High-Gloss Black Finish
Black Recovery Hooks
P275/55R20 All-Season Blackwall Tires
22" X 9.0" 6-Spoke Chrome Multi-Featured Design Wheels
Front And Rear Black GMC Emblems
Polished Exhaust Tip
Wheel Locks
22" 5-Spoke Bright Machined Wheels W/High-Gloss Black
Chrome Grille Insert
Black Roof Rack Cross Rails
Trailer Hitch Insert
Bright Bodyside Moldings
22" X 9.0" 6-Spoke Chrome Wheels
Black Assist Step Kit
22" 6-Spoke Premium Bright Silver Machined Wheels
22" 7-Spoke Silver Wheels
Chrome Recovery Hooks
Chrome Assist Step Kit
Body-Color Bodyside Moldings
20" X 9.0" Polished Aluminum Wheels
Power Sunroof
Molded Splash Guards
22" 6-Spoke Black Wheels
Front License Plate Mounting Package
Interior Options: 
All-Weather Floor Liner Package
Digital Headphones
Reflective Front Window Shade
Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer
Power Configurable Second Row 60/40 Split-Folding Bench Seats
Premium Carpeted Floor Mats
All-Weather Cargo Mat
All-Weather Floor Mats
Cargo Shade
All-Weather Floor Liner
Interior Protection Package
AM/FM/SiriusXM/HD GMC Infotainment System W/Navigation
Black All-Weather Cargo Mat
Cargo Security Shade
All-Weather Floor Mats
Interior Protection Package
Power Release Second Row Bucket Seats
Reflective Window Shade
All-Weather Floor Liner Package
Front Console Storage Bin Organizer
Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer
Console Insert Organizer Tray
Illuminated Door Sill Plates
All-Weather Floor Liner
Rear Seat Blu-Ray/DVD Entertainment System
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Jet Black, leather
#0B0B0B
Shale w/Jet Black Accents, leather
#B8AFA6
Kona Brown/Jet Black Accents, leather
#A35C32
Color: 
Cocoa/Dune, leather
#6F6154
Jet Black, leather
#151515