Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs Cadillac Escalade ESV
Overview | |
MSRP$131,750 | MSRP$79,195 |
Listings732 | Listings361 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Mercedes-Benz G550 is a five-passenger luxury body-on-frame SUV. Over 40 years since its debut, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has retained its blocky, utilitarian exterior shape while evolving with a luxury interior and sophisticated powertrain, mechanicals, and technological prowess. Pricing for the G550 starts at $131,750. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.0L 416 hp V8 | Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower416 hp @ 5250 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City17 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway20 |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.0L 416 hp V8 | Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Torque450 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower416 hp @ 5250 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City14 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway20 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space38.1 cu ft | Cargo Space41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight5554 lbs | Curb Weight5785 lbs |
Height77.5 in | Height76.4 in |
Length189.7 in | Length227.0 in |
Width86.1 in | Width81.1 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase134.1 in |
Maximum Payload1391 lbs | Maximum Payload1636 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $131,750 | $79,195 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2021 Mercedes-Benz G550 is a five-passenger luxury body-on-frame SUV. Over 40 years since its debut, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has retained its blocky, utilitarian exterior shape while evolving with a luxury interior and sophisticated powertrain, mechanicals, and technological prowess. Pricing for the G550 starts at $131,750. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.0L 416 hp V8 | 6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 416 hp @ 5250 rpm | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 17 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 20 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.0L 416 hp V8 | 6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Torque | 450 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower | 416 hp @ 5250 rpm | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 14 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 20 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 38.1 cu ft | 41.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5554 lbs | 5785 lbs |
Height | 77.5 in | 76.4 in |
Length | 189.7 in | 227.0 in |
Width | 86.1 in | 81.1 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 134.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1391 lbs | 1636 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7000 lbs | 8100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | |

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