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Cadillac Escalade vs. Cadillac Escalade ESV: Dimensional Comparison

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

Standard-length Cadillac Escalade

Cadillac Escalade ESV

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.

Cadillac Escalade vs. Cadillac Escalade ESV - Exterior Dimensions (Imperial)
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
Cadillac Escalade vs. Cadillac Escalade ESV - Exterior Dimensions (Metric)
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.

Cadillac Escalade vs. Cadillac Escalade ESV - Interior Dimensions (Imperial)
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
Cadillac Escalade vs. Cadillac Escalade ESV - Interior Dimensions (Metric)
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.

Cadillac Escalade vs. Cadillac Escalade ESV - Cargo Dimensions (Imperial)
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
Cadillac Escalade vs. Cadillac Escalade ESV - Cargo Dimensions (Metric)
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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Jonathan is an automotive journalist based out of Southern California. He loves anything and everything on four wheels.

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