2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. 2024 Lincoln Navigator L 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 Lincoln Navigator L

2024 Lincoln
Navigator L

MSRP*: $86,260 to $114,095
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 8 seats
Cargo Space 142.8 ft3 120.2 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 - 682 hp 440 hp
Towing Capacity 7,000 - 7,500 lbs 6,600 - 8,100 lbs
Exterior Length 227.0 in 221.9 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 42.6 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.9 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 Lincoln Navigator L, with comparable head- and legroom. The Cadillac Escalade ESV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lincoln Navigator L.

Convenience
With the Lincoln Navigator L, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Cadillac Escalade ESV, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 is somewhat more expensive than the Lincoln Navigator L.

Dimensions
The Cadillac Escalade ESV is a little wider than the Lincoln Navigator L, 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 ESV, which is slightly longer than the Lincoln Navigator L.

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

Performance
With the Cadillac Escalade ESV, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Lincoln Navigator L. The Cadillac Escalade ESV has a little less horsepower than the Lincoln Navigator L.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Cadillac Escalade ESV doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lincoln Navigator L.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac Escalade ESV and the Lincoln Navigator L. The Cadillac Escalade ESV has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Lincoln Navigator L.