2017 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade
In comparing the 2017 Lincoln Navigator's and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2017 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2017 Lincoln Navigator and 2017 Cadillac Escalade have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Lincoln Navigator's and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator is a better car than the 2017 Cadillac Escalade.
2017 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade Pricing
A used 2017 Lincoln Navigator ranges from $19,995 to $36,988 while a used 2017 Cadillac Escalade is priced between $29,998 to $49,985.
2017 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator loses 55.6 percent of its value and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade loses 50.9 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Cadillac Escalade retains 4.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Lincoln Navigator.
2017 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Navigator is 8.6 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Navigator being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Cadillac Escalade being ranked 7 out of 25. Out of 33 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Lincoln Navigator is ranked 2 and the Cadillac Escalade is ranked 11. The Lincoln Navigator is also ranked 2 out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs while the Cadillac Escalade is ranked 10 out of 24.
2017 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Navigator is 9.1 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln Navigator a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac Escalade.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator’s base engine makes 380 horsepower, and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade base engine makes 420 horsepower. Both the Navigator and the Escalade are rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 588 and 572 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Cadillac Escalade, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
19995 - 36988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.555677
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29998 - 49985
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
Lincoln Navigator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.553427 / 10
Reliability:
9.060282 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lincoln Navigator Rankings
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20 out of / 30Cadillac Escalade Rankings
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26 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Lincoln Navigator Trim Levels
Reserve, Select
2017 Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Premium Luxury, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 588 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 572 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
103.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
177.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.4 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
94.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5830 lbs
Width:
91.8 inches
Height:
78.1 inches
Length:
207.4 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5521 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74.4 inches
Length:
203.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R20