Looking for your next great used full-size SUV? Full-size SUVs remain a popular choice, even in the wake of new generations of smaller crossover options. Two options you’ll definitely want to consider are top competitors in the full-size SUV segment; a used 2019 Chevy Suburban vs a used 2019 Cadillac Escalade. While a used Chevy Suburban and a used Cadillac Escalade are very similar and compete in the full-size SUV market, the Cadillac Escalade is marketed as a luxury item while the comparable Chevy Suburban is marketed as a family car. But are they really that different from each other? Let’s find out.

Engines: The Heart of Every SUV

The engine is the soul of a car and a major consideration when choosing your next dream car. Under the hood, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade and the 2019 Chevy Suburban are similar; however, the Suburban offers two engine options. Meanwhile, the Cadillac Escalade only has one engine to offer its customers.

The 2019 Suburban starts with a smaller standard 5.3-liter V8 Flex-fuel (FFV) engine that delivers 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque. The standard Suburban’s engine features a six-speed automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive, and optional four-wheel drive. The 2019 Suburban also carries the option of a 420 horsepower 6.2-liter V-8 engine with 460 lb-ft of torque on upper trim levels. The larger 6.2-liter engine uses a 10-speed automatic transmission. Each trim level features either four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive.

As far as fuel economy is concerned, the 2019 Chevy Suburban 5.3-liter engine gets 18 MPG combined (15 city/22 highway) with standard rear-wheel drive. Four-wheel model drivers can expect to see around 16 MPG combined (14 city/21 highway). If you have the larger 6.2-liter engine, rear-wheel drive models will get 17 MPG combined (14 city/23 highway), and four-wheel drive models will get 16 MPG combined (14 city/20 highway).

The 2019 Cadillac Escalade offers a base level 6.2-liter V8 gas engine without the option for a more affordable smaller engine. This engine will give drivers 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, the same as the larger Suburban option. Drivers can expect to see around 14 MPG combined (14 city/23 highway) with either the rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive model. Again, identical to the larger Chevy option and usually for a higher price point.

It’s What’s On the Inside That Counts

In massive people-haulers like the Chevy Suburban and Cadillac Escalade, overlay, cargo room, comfort, and entertainment are crucial features. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade and 2019 Chevy Suburban share similar interiors, though there are some key differences.

The 2019 Chevy Suburban seats up to nine passengers while the Escalade seats eight. Not only is there room for an extra passenger, but the Suburban has an advantage over the 2019 Cadillac Escalade in wiggle room. Its interior features 39.7 inches of rear legroom, 39.1 inches of rear headroom, 65.1 inches of rear shoulder room, 60.3 inches of rear hip room, 34.5 inches of third-row legroom, and 38.5 inches of third-row headroom. Traveling in groups means that every inch counts, particularly when traveling for extended periods of time.

The 2019 Chevy Suburban also has an advantage over the 2019 Cadillac Escalade in cargo volume. The Suburban cargo volume is 39.3 cu.ft. with all seats up, 76.7 cu.ft. with the third-row folded down, and up to 121.7 cu.ft. with all the seats down. This ensures that there’s lots of space for everyone’s gear, whether you’re headed downtown or across the country.

The 2019 Escalade seats eight passengers. Its interior features 39 inches of rear legroom, 38.7 inches of rear headroom, 64.4 inches of rear shoulder room, 60.2 inches of rear hip room, 24.8 inches of third-row legroom, and 38.1 inches of third-row headroom. Though the Escalade is adequate in its wiggle room for passengers, it falls short compared to the 2019 Chevy Suburban’s extra space. This is a point to consider even for short trips, but especially for any extended road trips.

Cargo space is another important factor as large families and groups travel together. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade’s cargo volume is 15.2 cu.ft. behind all rows, 51.6 cu.ft. behind the second row, and up to 94.2 cu.ft. behind the front row. The cargo space could be adequate, depending on needs, though there is much less available space overall than the 2019 Chevy Suburban.

The 2019 Chevrolet Suburban is the 11th generation in a long line of Chevy Suburbans, a testament to the long-standing popularity of this full-size SUV with big families. The Suburban’s huge cabin has enough options and features to make your head spin, including wide, flush-folding seats, ample leg and headroom, a lot of cargo space, a third-row seat, all paired with an upscale interior comparable to its corporate twin, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade.

Keeping Everyone Safe

Safety will always be a priority in any vehicle. The 2019 Chevy Suburban has a standard back-up camera, rear parking aid, tire pressure monitoring, stability control, and traction control. The 2019 Suburban also has a power driver seat, lane departure warning, forward-collision alert, and blind spot alerts. The 2019 Chevy Suburban has available features such as lane-keep assist, automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beams, and a driver-alert seat.

The 2019 Cadillac Escalade has a standard back-up camera, rear parking aid, tire pressure monitoring, stability control, and traction control. It also features optional safety features like a Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, and a side blind-zone alert. When it comes to safety, both of these models are pretty good, with both standard and available safety features across the board.

The Verdict

The verdict? The 2019 Chevy Suburban has a more affordable base level, though still powerful, 5.3-liter V8 engine and the 6.2-liter V8 engine available at upper trim levels is still a great option for the price. You can also find better gas mileage, a more spacious interior, and a host of safety features to keep everyone protected.

Similar premium interior features to the 2019 Cadillac Escalade are available in the Chevy Suburban as options on top of a less expensive base level, rather than as standards on a pricier base level. This gives the consumer the option to prioritize needs and decide if the more affordable base level is appropriate or if very similar upgraded features are more appropriate in an upper-level trim. The Chevy Suburban’s increased options to choose from is important for a diverse consumer base.

In any vehicle, space is also a consideration. The 2019 Chevy Suburban not only offers more space built-in but the option to prioritize luxury interior features and choose whether to omit them or opt for them as add-ons. Cargo space for everything that goes along with you on your adventures is another advantage to the 2019 Chevy Suburban. Overall, you will find it worth your while to either opt for a base-level 2019 Chevy Suburban for more space without the sticker shock and add the extra features that are most important to you than to be locked into luxury features on the 2019 Cadillac Escalade at a higher base level price.

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