2021 Kia Sportage vs 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Overview | |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$24,090 |
Listings116 | Listings147 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV Reviews SummaryThe Cadillac Escalade isn't just a luxury family hauler. It's one of the most high-tech SUVs you can buy today. In its Escalade ESV format, the model offers buyers more cargo room but keeps passenger space nearly the same. Though it's longer and heavier, the Escalade ESV has a secret: it's actually better to drive than its little brother. | |
2021 Kia Sportage Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Kia Sportage continues on the scene as a compact crossover competent enough to stand up against a bevy of competitors, particularly when equipped with is turbocharged four-cylinder. But with a new, redesigned Sportage coming in 2023, and a compelling option in the Kia Seltos sitting below it in the lineup, is the 2021 model still worth consideration? | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine2.4L 181 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name2.4L 181 hp I4 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque175 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space41.5 cu ft | Cargo Space30.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight3305 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height64.4 in |
Length227.0 in | Length176.4 in |
Width81.1 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase105.1 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1202 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $79,195 | $24,090 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Cadillac Escalade isn't just a luxury family hauler. It's one of the most high-tech SUVs you can buy today. In its Escalade ESV format, the model offers buyers more cargo room but keeps passenger space nearly the same. Though it's longer and heavier, the Escalade ESV has a secret: it's actually better to drive than its little brother. | The 2021 Kia Sportage continues on the scene as a compact crossover competent enough to stand up against a bevy of competitors, particularly when equipped with is turbocharged four-cylinder. But with a new, redesigned Sportage coming in 2023, and a compelling option in the Kia Seltos sitting below it in the lineup, is the 2021 model still worth consideration? |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.4L 181 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.4L 181 hp I4 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 175 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 30.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 3305 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 64.4 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 176.4 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 105.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1202 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |

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