2018 Lincoln Navigator L vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade
In comparing the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L's and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the area of resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L's and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L is a better car than the 2018 Cadillac Escalade.
2018 Lincoln Navigator L vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade Pricing
A used 2018 Lincoln Navigator L ranges from $33,865 to $55,998 while a used 2018 Cadillac Escalade is priced between $34,986 to $54,849.
2018 Lincoln Navigator L vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L loses 57.4 percent of its value and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade loses 50.9 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Cadillac Escalade retains 6.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L.
2018 Lincoln Navigator L vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Navigator L 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 L being ranked 2 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 L is ranked 3 and the Cadillac Escalade is ranked 11. The Lincoln Navigator L is also ranked 3 out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs while the Cadillac Escalade is ranked 10 out of 24.
2018 Lincoln Navigator L vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Navigator L is 9.0 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln Navigator L a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac Escalade.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade base engine makes 420 horsepower. The Navigator L is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 623 miles. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 598 miles. This gives the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Cadillac Escalade. The Navigator L uses regular unleaded, and the Escalade uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L has the advantage of offering more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator L has higher safety ratings than the 2018 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:
33865 - 55998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.574139
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
34986 - 54849
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
Lincoln Navigator L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.633333 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 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 L Rankings
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22 out of / 30Cadillac Escalade Rankings
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1 out of / 33Ranking
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26 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Lincoln Navigator L Trim Levels
Black Label, Reserve, Select
2018 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:
6 years / 70000 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):
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:
450 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
510 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6600 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 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):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
453 / 623 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):
14 / 23 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 598 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
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:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
36 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
120.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
201.7 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:
136.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5844 lbs
Width:
93.8 inches
Height:
76.2 inches
Length:
221.9 inches
Wheelbase:
131.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5578 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:
22.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P285/45R22
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R20