The Cadillac Escalade was completely overhauled for the 2021 model year, introducing a fresh fifth generation. As before, the fifth-gen Cadillac Escalade is offered in two variants, including the standard-length Escalade, as well as the extended-length Escalade ESV (“Escalade Stretch Vehicle”). Now, we’re taking a closer look at the dimensional differences between these two body types.
Standard-length Cadillac Escalade
Cadillac Escalade ESV
Exterior Dimensions
Let’s start outside, where we find the Cadillac Escalade ESV measures in with a substantially longer overall length and wheelbase, including an extra 15.1 inches for the former, and an extra 13.2 inches for the latter. The overall width, front track, and rear track are identical at 81.1 inches, 68.4 inches, and 68.1 inches, respectively. The overall height, however, is slightly different, with the Cadillac Escalade ESV 0.3 inches shorter than the standard Escalade.
| Dimension | Escalade | Escalade ESV | +/- Escalade vs. ESV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (in.) | 120.9 | 134.1 | +13.2 |
| Length (in.) | 211.9 | 227.0 | +15.1 |
| Width (in.) | 81.1 | 81.1 | 0 |
| Height (in.) | 76.7 | 76.4 | -0.3 |
| Front Track (in.) | 68.4 | 68.4 | 0 |
| Rear Track (in.) | 68.1 | 68.1 | 0 |
| Dimension | Escalade | Escalade ESV | +/- Escalade vs. ESV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3,071 | 3,406 | +335 |
| Length (mm) | 5,382 | 5,766 | +384 |
| Width (mm) | 2,059 | 2060 | +1 |
| Height (mm) | 1,948 | 1941 | -7 |
| Front Track (mm) | 1,737 | 1737 | 0 |
| Rear Track (mm) | 1,730 | 1730 | 0 |
Interior Dimensions
Let’s now move into the cabin, where we find the bulk of the dimensions are identical between the two body styles. The only real difference is in third-row legroom and third-row shoulder room, with the ESV model offering an extra 1.7 inches of space for the former, and an extra 0.1 inches of space for the latter.
| Dimension | Escalade | Escalade ESV | +/- Escalade vs. ESV |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Row Headroom (in.) | 42.3 | 42.3 | 0 |
| First Row Legroom (in.) | 44.5 | 44.5 | 0 |
| First Row Shoulder Room (in.) | 65.5 | 65.5 | 0 |
| First Row Hip Room (in.) | 61.7 | 61.7 | 0 |
| Second Row Headroom (in.) | 38.9 | 38.9 | 0 |
| Second Row Legroom (in.) | 41.7 | 41.7 | 0 |
| Second Row Shoulder Room (in.) | 64.6 | 64.6 | 0 |
| Second Row Hip Room (in.) | 61.2 | 61.2 | 0 |
| Third Row Headroom (in.) | 38.2 | 38.2 | 0 |
| Third Row Legroom (in.) | 34.9 | 36.6 | +1.7 |
| Third Row Shoulder Room (in.) | 62.7 | 62.8 | +0.1 |
| Third Row Hip Room (in.) | 49.4 | 49.4 | 0 |
| Dimension | Escalade | Escalade ESV | +/- Escalade vs. ESV |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Row Headroom (mm) | 1074 | 1074 | 0 |
| First Row Legroom (mm) | 1130 | 1130 | 0 |
| First Row Shoulder Room (mm) | 1664 | 1664 | 0 |
| First Row Hip Room (mm) | 1567 | 1567 | 0 |
| Second Row Headroom (mm) | 988 | 988 | 0 |
| Second Row Legroom (mm) | 1059 | 1059 | 0 |
| Second Row Shoulder Room (mm) | 1641 | 1641 | 0 |
| Second Row Hip Room (mm) | 1554 | 1554 | 0 |
| Third Row Headroom (mm) | 970 | 970 | 0 |
| Third Row Legroom (mm) | 886 | 930 | +44 |
| Third Row Shoulder Room (mm) | 1593 | 1595 | +2 |
| Third Row Hip Room (mm) | 1255 | 1255 | 0 |
Cargo Dimensions
Finally, we have the cargo dimensions. Here, the Cadillac Escalade ESV shows its biggest advantage over the standard Escalade body style, with an extra 21.8 cubic feet of space behind the first row, an extra 21.2 cubic feet of space behind the second row, and an extra 16 cubic feet of space behind the third row.
| Dimension | Escalade | Escalade ESV | +/- Escalade vs. ESV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume Behind First Row (cu. ft.) | 121.0 | 142.8 | +21.8 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Second Row (cu. ft.) | 72.9 | 94.1 | +21.2 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Third Row (cu. ft.) | 25.5 | 41.5 | +16 |
| Dimension | Escalade | Escalade ESV | +/- Escalade vs. ESV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Volume Behind First Row (liters) | 3426 | 4044 | +618 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Second Row (liters) | 2064 | 2665 | +601 |
| Cargo Volume Behind Third Row (liters) | 722 | 1175 | +453 |
As a reminder, the fifth-generation Cadillac Escalade offers two engine options, namely the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine, and the 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax. Under the skin is the GM T1 platform, while production takes place at the GM Arlington plant in Texas.
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