2020 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV
When we compare the 2020 Lincoln Navigator's and the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Lincoln Navigator has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Lincoln Navigator's and the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Lincoln Navigator is a better car than the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV.
2020 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV Pricing
A used 2020 Lincoln Navigator ranges from $47,938 to $69,996 while a used 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV is priced between $43,426 to $68,994.
2020 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Lincoln Navigator loses 55.6 percent of its value and the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV retains 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Lincoln Navigator.
2020 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Navigator is 8.6 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade ESV's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Navigator being ranked 1 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Cadillac Escalade ESV being ranked 8 out of 25. Out of 33 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Lincoln Navigator is ranked 2 and the Cadillac Escalade ESV is ranked 13. The Lincoln Navigator is also ranked 2 out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs while the Cadillac Escalade ESV is ranked 12 out of 24.
2020 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Navigator is 9.1 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade ESV the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln Navigator a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac Escalade ESV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Lincoln Navigator’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV base engine makes 420 horsepower. The Navigator is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 519 miles. The Escalade ESV is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles.This gives the 2020 Lincoln Navigator the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV the advantage in maximum range. The Navigator uses regular unleaded, and the Escalade ESV uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the 2020 Lincoln Navigator has the advantage of offering more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2020 Lincoln Navigator has higher safety ratings than the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 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:
47938 - 69996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.555677
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
43426 - 68994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.538061
Lincoln Navigator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.553427 / 10
Reliability:
9.060282 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac Escalade ESV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.913126 / 10
Reliability:
8.739378 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lincoln Navigator Rankings
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32 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Lincoln Navigator Trim Levels
Black Label, Reserve, Standard
2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV 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:
450 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
510 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6200 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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
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 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 519 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):
434 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
20.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
103.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
193.3 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:
161.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5673 lbs
Width:
93.8 inches
Height:
76.4 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5831 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:
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