2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. 2019 Lincoln Navigator L
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV and 2019 Lincoln Navigator L contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV and the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L.
When comparing the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV's and the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and reliability. The 2019 Lincoln Navigator L has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV's and the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L is a better car than the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV.
Pricing: A used 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV ranges from $31,683 to $54,994 while a used 2019 Lincoln Navigator L is priced between $34,995 to $56,483.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV loses 59.8 percent of its value and the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L loses 56.9 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac Escalade ESV is 8.0 out of 10 while the Lincoln Navigator L's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac Escalade ESV being ranked 10 out of 22 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Lincoln Navigator L being ranked 3 out of 22. Out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Cadillac Escalade ESV is ranked 12 and the Lincoln Navigator L is ranked 4.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac Escalade ESV is 9.1 out of 10. For the Lincoln Navigator L the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade ESV a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Navigator L.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV’s base engine makes 420 horsepower, and the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L base engine makes 450 horsepower. The Escalade ESV is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles. The Navigator L is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 612 miles.This gives the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV the advantage in maximum range. The Escalade ESV uses premium unleaded, and the Navigator L uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Lincoln Navigator L has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$78,195
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$71,172
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$40,000 - $124,500
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$80,755
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$71,172
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$40,000 - $124,500
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$42,935
Price Range:
$31,683 - $54,994
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$45,682
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$19,481 - $132,752
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
178
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,732
# Good or Great Deals:
87
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$45,245
Price Range:
$34,995 - $56,483
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$45,682
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$19,481 - $132,752
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
84
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
83,933
# Good or Great Deals:
54
Cadillac Escalade ESV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lincoln Navigator L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
5.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.5 - 13.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
46.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Lincoln Navigator L
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
5.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.5 - 13.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
37.4%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1 - 20.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1 - 20.2
Cadillac Escalade ESV Rankings
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14 out of / 22Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 22Ranking
28 out of / 29Lincoln Navigator L Rankings
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2 out of / 22Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
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3 out of / 29Ranking
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21 out of / 29Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Premium Luxury, Standard
2019 Lincoln Navigator L Trim Levels
Black Label, Reserve, Select
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8100 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
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
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):
434 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
445 / 612 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Captain's seat:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
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:
161.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5831 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74 inches
Length:
224.3 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P285/45R22
Exterior Colors
Beige
Bronze Dune Metallic
Black
Black Raven
Blue
Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic
Gray
Manhattan Noir Metallic / Satin Steel Metallic / Shadow Metallic
Red
Red Passion Tintcoat
Silver
Radiant Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Infinite Black
Blue
Blue Diamond
Gray
Silver Jade
Red
Burgundy Velvet Tinted Clearcoat / Ruby Red Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Ceramic Pearl Tri-Coat / White Platinum Tri-Coat
Brown
Iced Mocha Premium Colorant
Interior Colors
Beige
Shale w/Jet Black Accents
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony
Brown
Cappuccino
Gray
Medium Slate
