GMC Yukon vs. Cadillac Escalade-V
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade-V 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 GMC Yukon and the Cadillac Escalade-V.
When we compare the GMC Yukon's and the Cadillac Escalade-V's specifications and ratings, the GMC Yukon has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The Cadillac Escalade-V has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the GMC Yukon's and the Cadillac Escalade-V's specifications and ratings, the GMC Yukon is a better car than the Cadillac Escalade-V.
Pricing: A used 2024 GMC Yukon ranges from $67,998 to $127,257 while a used 2024 Cadillac Escalade-V is priced between $140,000 to $191,246. For a new model, the GMC Yukon's price is between $68,788 and $101,845, with the Cadillac Escalade-V priced between $154,304 and $163,186.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the GMC Yukon loses 49.1 percent of its value and the Cadillac Escalade-V loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the GMC Yukon retains 10 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac Escalade-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the GMC Yukon’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Cadillac Escalade-V base engine makes 682 horsepower. The Yukon is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The Escalade-V is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 384 miles. This gives the GMC Yukon the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac Escalade-V. The Yukon uses regular unleaded, and the Escalade-V uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The GMC Yukon and Cadillac Escalade-V are comparable in regards to front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the GMC Yukon and the Cadillac Escalade-V have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$68,788 - $101,845
Starting MSRP:
$58,200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
$53,950
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
$34,520 - $61,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$154,304 - $163,186
Starting MSRP:
$152,295
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$88,803
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$43,900 - $155,295
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$88,550
Price Range:
$67,998 - $127,257
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
$73,614
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
$43,593 - $93,518
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
558
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
7,461
# Good or Great Deals:
106
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$175,737
Price Range:
$140,000 - $191,246
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$108,428
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$48,353 - $235,429
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
45
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
9,366
# Good or Great Deals:
17
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$28,935
Depreciation %:
49.7%
Resale Value $:
$29,265
Residual Value %:
50.3%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large SUVs)
52.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Large SUVs)
48.8% - 57.5%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$90,852
Depreciation %:
59.7%
Resale Value $:
$61,443
Residual Value %:
40.3%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
57%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
42.8% - 61.5%
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Cadillac Escalade-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for GMC Yukon
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.2
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
10
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
9.7 - 10.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
66.4%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac Escalade-V
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.5 - 18.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.4 - 2.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.5 - 32.7
GMC Yukon Rankings
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28 out of / 34Cadillac Escalade-V Rankings
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26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Yukon Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, Denali Ultimate, SLE, SLT
Cadillac Escalade-V Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
682 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
653 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 480 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
264 / 384 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
25.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
122.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.6 inches
Cargo Space:
25.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
121 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
193.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5490 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
6217 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
76.7 inches
Length:
211.9 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
265/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P275/50R22
Exterior Colors
Beige
Pearl Beige Metallic
Black
Onyx Black
Blue
Midnight Blue Metallic
Gray
Sterling Metallic / Titanium Rush Metallic
Red
Volcanic Red Tintcoat
White
Summit White
Green
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black Diamond Tricoat / Black Raven
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Radiant Red Tintcoat
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Green
Dark Emerald Metallic
Silver
Argent Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Dark Walnut/Slate
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Gray
Not available
Red
Dark Auburn/Jet Black
