Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. Lincoln Navigator
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac Escalade ESV and Lincoln Navigator 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 Cadillac Escalade ESV and the Lincoln Navigator.
When we compare the Cadillac Escalade ESV's and the Lincoln Navigator's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. The Lincoln Navigator has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac Escalade ESV's and the Lincoln Navigator's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Navigator is a better car than the Cadillac Escalade ESV.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Cadillac Escalade ESV loses 62.8 percent of its value and the Lincoln Navigator loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the Lincoln Navigator retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac Escalade ESV.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac Escalade ESV is 7.2 out of 10 while the Lincoln Navigator's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac Escalade ESV being ranked 8 out of 17 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Lincoln Navigator being ranked 4 out of 17. Out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Cadillac Escalade ESV is ranked 15 and the Lincoln Navigator is ranked 10.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac Escalade ESV is 7.8 out of 10. For the Lincoln Navigator the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade ESV a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Navigator.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac Escalade ESV’s base engine makes 420 horsepower, and the Lincoln Navigator base engine makes 440 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Lincoln Navigator has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Lincoln Navigator has higher safety ratings than the 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:
102284 - 134459
Starting MSRP:
94100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
96574
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
46200 - 171000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
91995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
96574
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
46200 - 171000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
73658
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
51935 - 95381
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
73658
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
51935 - 95381
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Cadillac Escalade ESV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Lincoln Navigator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac Escalade ESV
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
11.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
11.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.2 - 12.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.297
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Navigator
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
11.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
11.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.2 - 12.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.178
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Cadillac Escalade ESV Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
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4 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 16Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
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9 out of / 16Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 29Lincoln Navigator Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
1 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 17Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 16Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac Escalade ESV Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Platinum Luxury, Platinum Sport, Sport
Lincoln Navigator Trim Levels
Black Label, Premiere, Reserve
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:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
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):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
440 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
510 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6200 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
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
Air Suspension:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
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
Air Suspension:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.2 inches
Cargo Space:
41.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
142.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
210.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
21.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
107 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
193.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
6038 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
76.4 inches
Length:
227 inches
Wheelbase:
134.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5929 lbs
Width:
94.6 inches
Height:
78 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/50R22
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P275/50R22
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Raven
Blue
Deep Sea Metallic
Gray
Galactic Gray Metallic
Green
Aegean Stone
Red
Radiant Red Tintcoat
Silver
Argent Silver Metallic
White
Vibrant White Tricoat
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black Metallic Clearcoat
Blue
Flight Blue Metallic Clearcoat
Gray
Gray Mist Metallic Tri-Coat / Starlight Gray Premium Colorant
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Crystal White Metallic Clearcoat / Pristine White Metallic Tri-Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Onyx
Gray
Medium Light Space Gray
