The Lincoln Navigator remains the most direct rival to the Cadillac Escalade.
Like the Escalade it hasn't changed in many years; yet it's always felt far more conservative than the Escalade.
The Cadillac's V-8 completely outclasses and outpowers the 5.4-liter in the Navigator, too.
The Mercedes-Benz GL Class isn't as roomy inside, but its smooth powertrains and excellent cabin appointments make it tempting, even if its interior isn't quite as spacious overall.
Those who want to maximize their luxury image and add off-road flair too should consider the Land Rover Range Rover, which probably has even better street recognition than the Escalade; but its interior also isn't as roomy.
The Lexus LX 570 has some measure of off-road ability, but its on-road handling suffers.
Another alternative is the Infiniti QX80 (formerly the QX56); it's very thirsty, with its big V-8, and it doesn't handle particularly well.
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The 2014 Cadillac Escalade remains one of the brawniest, most luxurious large SUVs, although some shoppers will be left wanting more modern interfaces inside. |
If you're looking for a luxury SUV with legitimate off-roading potential, vehicles like the QX80 fit your niche interests. |
The 2014 Land Rover Range Rover adds long-wheelbase comfort and Autobiography Black style to an already impressive all-purpose vehicle. |
The Lincoln Navigator is behind the times in many ways, but still has that uniquely American feel that comes from sheer size. |
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL may be an expensive way to haul the family around, but it has excellent driving manners and some very sophisticated safety technology, too. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $63,745 | $62,700 | $83,300 | $56,165 | $63,000 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 13 MPG City / 18 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy |
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| Gas/Ethanol V8 | Premium Unleaded V-8 | Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded V-8 | Intercooled Turbo Diesel V-6 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| 2WD 4-Door Base *Ltd Avail* | 2WD 4-Door | 4WD 4-Door | 2WD 4-Door | 4MATIC 4-Door GL 350 BlueTEC |
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| Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 7 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 7 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | 4MATIC |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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