The largest Cadillac SUV on the market is the Escalade ESV. With an extended wheelbase that’s 15 inches longer than the standard Escalade, the king-size ESV has the space big families need.

The Cadillac Escalade ESV is a top pick for any car buyer looking for a large, long, and luxurious three-row SUV. The ESV — which stands for Escalade Stretch Vehicle — includes seating for eight people, up to 142.8 cubic feet of cargo space, premium cabin comforts, and all the cutting-edge tech you could ask for.

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Meet the biggest Cadillac SUV: the Escalade ESV

Known for its lineup of large cars, Cadillac takes it to another level with the Escalade ESV. Coming in at 5,785 pounds and 227 inches, this monster of a vehicle isn’t just Cadillac’s largest SUV — it’s the largest SUV you can get your hands on in 2022.

Sheer bulk makes the Escalade ESV stand out in a crowd, but there’s more to this eight-seater than its size. The ornate cabin is decked out in soft leather and real wood trim, and can be optioned with luxe features like massaging seats and a center console refrigerator. There’s enough headroom and legroom for adults to sit comfortably in all three rows — but if cargo space is what you need, there’s a generous 41.5 cubic feet behind the ESV’s third row, and 142.8 cubic feet with the second and third rows folded.

State-of-the-art tech includes a massive 38-inch digital dashboard, built-in navigation with augmented reality features, a head-up display, and a 36-speaker sound system. The optional rear-seat entertainment system includes two 12.6-inch screens that are sure to keep the kids out of your hair on long trips. All trims come standard with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a WiFi hotspot.

If that isn’t enough for you, the ESV’s ground-breaking tech goes beyond entertainment and convenience features. Automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection help keep you safe on the road, while the semi-autonomous Super Cruise mode allows hands-free driving on certain freeways by steering and keeping the vehicle centered in its lane.

The Escalade ESV doesn’t skimp when it comes to performance, either. When fitted with the V8 engine, it can zip from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 5.9 seconds — that’s pretty speedy for an SUV of its size. But eco-conscious drivers might prefer the optional turbodiesel six-cylinder for its respectable fuel economy of 24 miles per gallon.

Even if you opt for the base ESV and its $80,795 starting price, you’ll get plenty of cabin comforts and premium tech—but the

Premium Luxury

, Sport,

Premium Luxury Platinum

, and Sport Platinum trim levels offer more upscale features.

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Dimensions

If you’re in the market for a big luxury vehicle, you’re probably asking yourself: just how big is the ESV? We’ve gathered all of the ESV’s interior and exterior dimensions, and put them together for you in two easy-to-read tables:

Exterior dimensions
Wheelbase	134.1 inches
Length	227 inches
Width	81.1 inches
Height	76.4 inches
Front track width	68.4 inches
Rear track width	68.1 inches
Ground clearance	8 inches

Engine and performance

The Escalade ESV is available with two potent powertrains—one with more horsepower and speed, the other with better fuel economy. Here’s how they compare.

Cargo and towing

Sure, the Escalade ESV has three rows of cushy seats—but sometimes you just need a vehicle that’s big enough to haul cargo. Here’s how the ESV’s storage capacity breaks down:

Cargo volume behind first row: 142.8 cubic feet

Cargo volume behind second row: 94.1 cubic feet

Cargo volume behind third row: 41.5 cubic feet

With that kind of cargo capacity, you’ve got the space you need to handle everything from a move to a family vacation. In fact, you’ll only find more cargo space in the

Chevrolet Suburban

or the

GMC Yukon XL

, both of which only exceed the ESV’s cargo volume by 1.9 inches.

When it comes to towing, the ESV can handle almost any job. If equipped with the turbodiesel engine, it can haul up to 7,500 pounds, while the V8 brings the max towing capacity up to 7,900 pounds. The

Ford Expedition

offers another 1,400 pounds of towing ability—but 7,900 pounds is more than enough for most.

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Cadillac car buying guide

Cadillac Escalade ESV vs. the competition

The Cadillac Escalade ESV might be the biggest SUV on the market, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some other three-row large luxury vehicles worth considering. The table below should give you an idea of how the ESV stacks up to its rivals.

The ESV’s closest competitor is the

Lincoln Navigator

— it’s slightly smaller than the ESV but has more horsepower. For drivers looking for off-road capability, the Land Rover Range Rover could be a good pick, while the

BMW X7

offers a sportier drive and quicker acceleration, but falls short of the Cadillac in terms of cargo space.

Model	Starting price	Engine	Wheelbase	Length	Base curb weight	Seating capacity	Cargo volume w/ seats down	Cargo volume w/seats up
2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV	$80,795	420-hp V8 or 277-hp turbodiesel six-cylinder	134.1 inches	227 inches	5,785 pounds	7 or 8	142.8 cubic feet	41.5 cubic feet
2022 Lincoln Navigator	$78,965	440-hp 3.5-liter V6	122.5 inches	210 inches	6,078 pounds	7 or 8	103.4 cubic feet	20.9 cubic feet
2022 Land Rover Range Rover	$95,150	385-hp hybrid or 523-hp V8	126 inches	207 inches	5,940 pounds	7	8.7 cubic feet	92.9 cubic feet
2022 BMW X7	$75,895	335-hp turbocharged six-cylinder or 523-hp V8	122.2 inches	203.3 inches	5,397 pounds	7	12.8 cubic feet	90.4 cubic feet

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