2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV
When comparing the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS's and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. The 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS's and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a better car than the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV Pricing
A used 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS ranges from $22,821 to $47,995 while a used 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV is priced between $28,757 to $49,498.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS loses 44.2 percent of its value and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS retains 9.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLS is 7.0 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade ESV's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLS being ranked 12 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Cadillac Escalade ESV being ranked 8 out of 25. Out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 16 and the Cadillac Escalade ESV is ranked 12. The Mercedes-Benz GLS is also ranked 18 out of 33 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows while the Cadillac Escalade ESV is ranked 13 out of 33.
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLS is 5.6 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade ESV the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade ESV a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV base engine makes 420 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
22821 - 47995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.442109
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28757 - 49498
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.538061
Mercedes-Benz GLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade ESV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.913126 / 10
Reliability:
8.739378 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLS Rankings
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60 out of / 68Cadillac Escalade ESV Rankings
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32 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS Trim Levels
AMG GLS 63, GLS 350d, GLS 450, GLS 550
2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Premium Luxury, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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):
Not yet available
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:
255 hp @ 3600 rpm
Torque:
455 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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):
465 / 682 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
93.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.0 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:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.4 inches
Cargo Space:
39.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
120.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5247 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
72.8 inches
Length:
201.6 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5731 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74 inches
Length:
224.3 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R20