2021 Cadillac Escalade vs 2021 Yukon Denali, here's why I would take the Yukon Denali.

[@drjd2real]

I like the Escalade better. I think GM didn't make the Denali luxurious enough inside, but they both look nice.

[@faridgadimov5955]

I think Gm didn't make Escalade luxurious enough for the price

[@theswagateer2806]

@@faridgadimov5955 The Escalade has more tech for the price.

[@faridgadimov5955]

@@theswagateer2806 Gm still cheap out on stuff! 3rd row seats same they don't reclining and this is bad on long trips.all seats in general same as old escalade.Navigator seats way better.my wife's volvo xc90 seats are way better.i have 2016 escalade esv premium and 2021 feels the same.

[@faridgadimov5955]

@@theswagateer2806 from 4th gets 5th diference is independent rear suspension.real air shock not magnetic crap z95.have taller sidewall tires 275 50 r22 vs 285 45 r22 on old models New one bigger in general

[@danieltice6044]

100% agree. We went with the Escalade over the Denali. Coming from a 2018 Denali, i felt like GMC didn't do enough to separate it from the SLT.

[@labigq]

The only reason I'll buy the Denali over the Escalade is that I couldn't afford the Escalade. Escalade wins on looks alone.

[@briandaniel931]

Nope

[@rodneyjones9963]

Its called opinion not fact but ill take the Gm

[@342boss]

Gently pre-owned is your friend. It makes the two nearly the same price. Better warranty and MUCH service from Cadillac.

[@artuscano6518]

If you can pay a Yukon Denali you can pay an Escalade

[@johnking4582]

I think the Denali looks better

[@astericks1980]

I’ve had the Yukon Denali for 2.5 months now. Everything you said is what I go through. A lot of the features are the same and let’s face it, you don’t use them all the time. Even for the Denali, tons of features, but you don’t use most of it all the time. The Denali is a great vehicle and massively spacious. I just couldn’t be bothered to spend over 25k more to get more tech. Escalade is more looks and tech. All the stuff shown in the main screen in the Escalade is also shown in the Denali (oil life, tire pressure etc etc). Yukon all the way for me.

[@matrafa]

People don’t get the “ top of the line” because it has life changing options.. it’s a status symbol

[@BRITTIE94]

I just got my Denali, I was looking at the Escalade but from a moms point of view, the Denali was better & then saving money for almost the same thing? Hell yeah. GMC really did it well.

[@EscoMedia]

Not to mention the kids making a mess of the Denali doesn't matter as much as the escalade world! Lol

[@christinawoodard3754]

I want the Denali Xl Diesel it get 621 miles per fill up

[@jamesofsandiego]

Cadillac has always been just another general motors with nicer sheet metal and all the bells and whistles. Sometimes I don't even like the sheet metal/body styling more on the Caddy. At this point all of these cars are so loaded that equipment is not an issue for me. Cadillac is great for making an impression at the golf course, business complex parking lot, or out in front of the casino. It's basically a Chevy/GMC with a bunch of "hey look at me" grill work and extra lights. My basic rule of thumb on the luxury level vehicles is if I can get the same engine and transmission in another model, I'll likely take a pass on it or buy it 2-3 years used. You've made a very wise choice.

[@truthtimetv4575]

@@EscoMedia why do people think kids in a vehicle make a mess? I raised 5 now all 16+ and never had an issue with my backseat spaces. I also didn’t give them suckers crackers etc. a drive isn’t for eating snacks it’s for getting a to b lol maybe I’m crazy but damn.

[@Mustafakhan-qg6nv]

@@truthtimetv4575 lots of parents have kids eat in the car

[@GeneralMotorsJeff]

If you love “tech”... then hands down, the Caddy is the way to go!

[@dennissmith7214]

Tech, styling and presence.........the choice is clear!

[@topherthegopher4408]

@@dennissmith7214 true

[@pizza4paddy375]

i love the escalade,the yukon is nice but not so much i like the escalade better than the yukon

[@thenotoriousc8846]

Can you watch porn in it? That’s my selling point

[@PS-zw4yc]

It’s a step above. But the price increase is nuts.

[@scuderia747bhp]

Escalade all the way, no comprising between the two in my opinion (looks and everything else)....

[@WheelsRCool]

IMO the Denali looks better.

[@i.q.3280]

👍

[@pizza4paddy375]

@@WheelsRCool i dont think so. the escalade is luxry

[@hunkydude322]

we all know Escalade is the king, the question is are you willing to pay king money for it.

[@carsonfaulk9051]

@@WheelsRCool the Denali to me looks more like driving a truck

[@justinsmith2598]

I’ll choose the Exterior of the Yukon with the Escalade Interior! GM is the KING when it comes to Full Size SUV’s!

[@damian8792]

i'd choose that too!(if i could lol)

[@justinsmith2598]

@@damian8792 Agreed

[@Inspirational_Wisdom998]

I agree also

[@jonbonjovi7547]

You hit the nail on the head, I definitely agree.

[@justinsmith2598]

@@jonbonjovi7547 👍

[@XxRonnie86xX]

I have a 2006 ESV Escallade and know exactly what you’re talking about on how it feels like a SUV and smaller than it actually is for its massive size. The handling is great in my old one and can only imagine what the new one feels like! 😳 Once you get an Escallade you will not ever down grade because you’ll be use to the smooth ride and handling for its size. The luxury items are a plus, for sure.

[@grandmastgarth]

Augmented reality works best when you're using the GPS, it helps with navigation.

[@DestinationvacationUS]

They have not mentioned offering super cruise for the Yukon Denali, they have only mentioned it for the Sierra in 2022. This is a huge seller for me on the Escalade

[@jlpfortes]

You can use the augmented reality for navigation as well, it will show directions on the screen with arrows. So it is not useless as you point out. Another feature to point out if you care about music, you can get the 36 speaker AKG system. The platinum model which is the one shown on this video has massage seats, and the cooler in the middle its not just a cooler it also freezes. The design of the seats is way better than the Denali. Etc....

[@johnls39]

The choice is obvious, the Escalade. Fun fact: Close to 60% of all Yukon sales are Denali. Also most Denali owners can easily afford an Escalade but chooses Denali because they don't want to be seen in an Escalade. Both markets are high-end earners. Say if GM don't have Denali for GMC and chose to soften the styling of the Escalade in general but not by much but still bold but elegant looking, IMO more sales volume will go to the Escalade. On average close to 75K-80K volume will be sold annually compared to 37K currently on average for the Escalade.

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

johnls39 The buyers are actually high end spenders not high end earners. Most people lease or have long loan terms to make them affordable. You’d be surprised to see how many people in the $60-100k income range are driving $90k cars. They have to impress friends and look rich. Most millionaires drive normal cars like Accords, Camrys, CRVs, RAV4s, etc.

[@johnls39]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q To clarify, I was referring to people who earn on average of $200K-$400K which is the target market for the Escalade and GMC Yukon Denali, not earning seven to eight figures annually. I'm not surprise that anyone under earning buying anything more than their average salary. Personally, I think that is stupid but to each his/her own. Also to be fair, most millionaires and billionaires are not car enthusiasts and most looking for money to appreciate and most of them have that mentality for the reason they don't buy expensive vehicles.

[@Stormcoaster101]

That’s exactly why I bought my Denali. I looked at both, and don’t really like the message the Escalade sends and I can easily afford either, not with a loan or lease. I’d argue that Denali buyers are probably more affluent as they have the money to buy an Escalade and choose something more low key. Also fun fact, the GMC dealer I bought from said there are a large percentage of Denali buyers who buy cash. I wouldn’t be surprised if most Escalades are leased.

[@johnls39]

@@Stormcoaster101 That's good to know. They both are excellent vehicles and its a win with both the consumer and GM with the purchase of either by the end of the day.

[@stbentoak5047]

@@Stormcoaster101 Except when you are retirement age with 7-8 figures in the bank.... When you don't have many ticks on the clock left. you start to stop worrying about what other people think and do you. If you are a 2 wager earner family with 3 kids, Ya, maybe the Esky isn't the right message. But neither is the Denali.. How bout a Telluride? But if you are in the 4th quarter and can afford it, I could care less what "message" it projects....

[@smcwhinney69]

I've had several of both models over the years...I go back and forth as they are very similar... I chose the 2021 Denali this time..Mostly because of looks and because the Denali is completely different over the Escalade this year..Went with Black Black and it has flat black real wood. I much prefer over the Escalades High gloss everything.( very shinny). I felt the stance and especially the completely different rear end we're much better looking on the Denali, with its QUAD exhaust tips . Putting the money aside I think the Denali is a better looking Truck. They have nailed the 6.2-10 speed set up, they dive PERFECT ( both )...great SUVs. Now time for an exhuast 🤙

[@342boss]

I'm with you. Had a '15 Denali XL. Have an '18 Escalade Premium ESV now. Center stack controls BLOW! 10sp is great compared to the 6 in the 2015. Love the interior of the '21 Cadillac, but I still think the outgoing exterior is more aggressive looking.

[@Zenvo-uu9tm]

This

[@drejack7]

Cadillac needs to get away from GM or GM needs to make the Escalade completely different from the Yukon and Tahoe because all 3 trucks is the same truck with minor changes. For Escalade to be a "luxury " line the minor changes are not good enough. I pay a luxury price I dont want my vehicle to resemble the next.

[@drejack7]

@@SliCkRiCkStER111 just the entire look of the vehicle to start. The minor changes to the lights and grille in my opinion is a cheap change. The entire build design of the suv should look different and stand out on it's own. No matter the minor changes GM makes when you look at the Escalade you still can see Yukon and Tahoe because its foundation is still the same for all 3. Paying that price the Escalade should have it's own design and stand on it's own. Mercedes has s G wagon that's looks like nothing else in the Mercedes line. Even their GLS. Looks nothing like the GLE and so on. Same as the Range Rover. Nothing Land Rover has looks like the Range Rover except for the Range Rover Velar and even with that one it's a smaller suv and looks like a mini compared to the actual Rover.

[@Louthemailman]

Exactly 👍👍

[@danieltice6044]

You haven't actually looked at the 2021's then.

[@drejack7]

@@danieltice6044 if you cant see that all 3 SUV are the same SUV with just minor tweaks then I dont know what your looking at. All 3 are built from the same structure design, all they did was change certain features. I owned a Tahoe and know people who have the Escalade and they agree as well... look at a G wagon then look at a GLS...two completely different SUV that look completely different when you look at them. Their not even close

[@JT-sl3ui]

Always have been the same truck and always will be.

[@aleortega5768]

Definitely the Escalade!!

[@briandaniel931]

Wrong

[@dennissmith7214]

You’re the type of dude that tells his wife, why go out to dinner when we can make a steak at home for cheaper😳🤦🏽‍♂️..........it’s not about just the money sometimes, it’s about the experience! 👌🏽

[@illuminatigbeats1397]

in these days and times, a 20k experience deserves a little more thought 😂😂

[@QiLow105]

Hahahahaha!

[@trillionbtamillion]

Damn. Way to jump on this guy's neck.

[@ricardogulpe6328]

Hahahahaha don’t take his word for it…he’s just taunting!!! Don’t you see..he’s happily driving the Escalade and enjoying the experience of its “Posh Status Symbol” in “Luxury and Style!!!” “CIAO!”

[@PS-zw4yc]

He’s right about the value. You don’t get 30k with of difference. The Denali vs Escalade should maybe be 8k

[@Nate-zy5ce]

They both look great. I'd get either with the white exterior with roof cross rails, and black Denali interior, dark auburn Escalade interior (I'd get the black interior on the escalade too, if it was solid black, but those white piping strips just make it look cheaper). The Escalade is more luxurious, which would be nice, but my concern has to do with the innards of the driving mechanism, it looks to me best I can tell that the Escalade both leaves out some of the AT4/Denali innards, and tunes down what remains for the sake of luxury. And those two things it seems to me make the Escalade too much of a compromise on rougher secondary roads and in bad weather like snow/ice storms. They are both suv's but it seems like the Escalade compromises too much of the suv driving capabilities for the sake of the added luxury experience. One example, the AT4 and Denali both promote the Active Response 4WD System that sends power/torque to any or all of the four individual wheels as needed based on slippage. I can find zero reference to that Active Response 4WD System in the Escalade. It also seems like in the Escalade they eliminated the Traction Control and Hill Descent buttons. You can add the 4W Low to the Escalade if you get the Heavy Duty Towing Option, but it's not clear to me that offers all the functionality that comes with that same feature in the AT4 and Denali. I think to get that 4W Low they add the Electronic ltd slip differential, I think, but not sure what that does other than the 4W Low. I'd be a lot more interested in the Escalade if I could get it with the thicker rubber higher sidewall 275/60/20 tires that come with the AT4, though all season not off road, but all Escalades and all but the lowest Denali come only with the thinner 275/50/22 tires, frustrating. I want some kind of suv driving capability, even if i will not be going "off roading" aggressively, and unless someone can explain otherwise, it appears the Denali retains most or all of the AT4 innards and the Escalade very few, making the Denali better in the suv driving department, a la off roady, poor secondary roads, stormy/snowy weather.

[@anthonypsomas1183]

I’ve had several Escalades.... Each time we got one I cross shopped the Denali. To me the dollar spread wasn’t that great and I preferred the warranty on the Cadillac along with a higher level of dealer service. It’s all a matter of preference and both vehicles are excellent high end large SUV’s. After driving Escalades for over 13 years we finally didn’t need a large size SUV. Kids all drive but we still needed real 4wd and tow. Cadillac wanted me to go into the new Escalade and then we looked at the XT6 ( not 4WD). Ended up with a Jeep Grand Cherokee High Altitude with a Hemi in it. Pretty nice truck! If Cadillac would take the Colorado/Canyon pickup platform enclose it as a luxury SUV I would buy one in a heartbeat.

[@JT-sl3ui]

The Escalade was born directly from the 1999 GMC Yukon Denali. They’ve always been the same.

[@roderickjohnson7269]

FACTS JT 🤟✌

[@111TheFox111]

I prefer the Escalade, but because of the price difference I ordered a Denali. The augmented reality is really cool when you are using it with the GPS and have it overlay to what lane to go in to turn.

[@geason77]

If he was really trying to sell his opinion he would have driven the GMC in this review 🤣

[@tierneyjohnson6571]

Lmfao, sounds like he’s really selling the Escalade

[@poincareconjecture5651]

Was wondering what's the deal with the accent...much love Toronto

[@KC-zr1rd]

He secretly wants his Ass-ka-lade

[@joshuakurian8502]

I’d pick the Escalade. It is just way better than the Yukon in every way.

[@jimbobby1162]

Well when you call it an Asscalade...

[@brandonshainlifts]

or an ASSUV at 10:49 lol

[@adrianflatt7568]

Exactly!!! What the...

[@Xemantic]

🤣🤣🤣 Canadian Accent

[@edasmono4110]

Another great and realistic comparison. I will always choose value over flex. I’d never pay for that Augmented Reality. Both these vehicles are outside of my budget and not practical for my lifestyle.

[@YTT718]

Cadillac have always been some of the best driving cars...Good review I'm always on the fence between the two..Especially in late models.

[@sunnyvalentino]

Thanks for your video. This one is easy for me - It's the Escalade. It has strong resale for the category (the lux - although the Escalades highest price offsets the advantage), you get GM's best and honestly, its an American icon. I associate the GMC cars as Government transportation. I love the Escalades cockpit hands down, although the GMC does have a handsome exterior. Is that real wood in the Escalade? I hope so for the price!

[@johnls39]

The wood trim is genuine regardless of what trim from Luxury To Premium Luxury/Sport Platinum. Currently, all the Cadillac models have genuine wood.

[@irmacalderon9407]

I have the Diesel Denali 2021 and i love it... gives amazing milage... payed 85k ...it drives so smooth..

[@bentickner1]

I might have missed this point if you mentioned it, but the key reason why I bought my 02, 07, 15 and 21 escalade over the denali was the resale value. the market of folks that want a used escalade over a used denali. You also recoup much more of the initial price. I also like the extra features.

[@viennakue7299]

I love your reviews! you are always so honest and give your opinion on worth and value of a vehicle, Pros and cons and This makes deciding much easier.

[@DefineReality2023]

I own a 2012 Escalade but I agree with all your reasons 100%. The new Escalade has too many unnecessary elements just to hike the price. I feel the AR is very risky. Why would I look at a screen to see that right in front of me, unless I’m playing a video game at home.

[@truthtimetv4575]

If your a 4 ft nothing female I’m sure it helps a lot. They can’t drive for shit anyway. Don’t even mention a big suv like this. Sheesh

[@mohammedawadud7238]

Great video, my opinion i would get the escalade if the old bank account has enough money. Also im a escalade fanboy.

[@SamCarLegion]

Thanks!

[@rogersmithjr3837]

I bought a used 2012 yukon xl Denali for a lot lesss than any of these. Very happy!

[@mikeisaacs2314]

The caddy’s interior is light years beyond the GMC

[@edgarromo26]

I mean you did drive the escalade and not the yukon in this review. Subconsciously I think you pick the escalade. 😅😅

[@aalliddawi]

I drove both before... but for 2021 models I would take the Denali for exterior look and Escalade for interior. But my experience with both SUVs force me to take the denali for many reasons some of them you already mentioned in your review.

[@jrils1000]

Escalade for sure. Better tech and overall look, better warranty, pick up concierge service for repairs, and Cadillac dealerships are nicer and less crowded. Will gladly spend the extra money.

[@fi9865]

From my experience and as per Applewood, the Cadillac that you are driving has the new four corner suspension with magnetic ride called Active 4WD vs that particular Denali. A Denali needs to be upgraded to “Ultimate package” to get that. The suspensions make a noticeable difference and as I understand there is no Denali available in Ontario that has that package yet because of the late availability in GMs Texas plant. So yeah Yukon anyday.

[@pauldouglas9518]

The AR feature in the Escalade is handy while using SAT NAV as it gives you directions in real life on the screen.

[@johnboelts4445]

When looking at price difference I think it’s important to look at resell value to determine the true difference in price. For example a longer one might be $10,000 difference but has a 5,000 higher resell/ trade in value in 4 years. Resulting in the true price difference being 5,000 not 10,000. We always go with the Yukon, because I don’t want to stand out, I prefer to blend in. 😉 Additionally I dislike the look of the new entertainment system. Feels like an after thought.

[@TheLunzDen]

Escalade looks incredible Denali is just "cool" in comparison he tried to downplay it lmao

[@rommelcaritativo3005]

Exactly, he wants to downfall the escalade. I do not believe his review, full of ass shit bias crap against escalade

[@ricardogulpe6328]

@@rommelcaritativo3005 Don’t take his word for it…hahahahaha he’s just taunting!!! Don’t you see…he’s happily driving the Escalade…enjoying it’s “Posh Status Symbol” in “Luxury and Style!!!” “CIAO!”

[@saunupe1911]

The Escalade is drop dead gorgeous. Also my question is have you driven a Denali with the Air Suspension? That's probably the comfort difference that you are experiencing between the 2 as the Escalade comes standard with the Air Suspension while it's an option on the Denali. Your Denali probably had the standard magnetic dampers.

[@SamCarLegion]

They are both with air suspension

[@martinaltmann1658]

That Escalade looks so awesome though. You would expect Batman to be chauffeured in that or mafia, celebrities, sports stars, the president, FBI/CIA, etc. lol

[@tbone9246]

They are both beautiful. I like the Caddy but for 20K less I'd buy the Yukon. I wasn't spending a 100k on a car so I just bought the Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy. Totally loaded for less than $50,000. Certainly not the same level but for half the price I'm more than happy, I love my Palisade.

[@daronkendrick]

I’d go Escalade, Tahoe(or suburban), then Yukon.

[@kustommade0493]

Let’s keep things in true perspective, the Escalade and the Denali are not synonymous. Their target customer classes are not the same. The Yukon is the budget buy and the Escalade is American 🇺🇸 luxury at its best.

[@nancy8269]

I love the ruggedness of the Yukon. I love the futuristic look of the Escalade. I do love the navigation being in the dash right in front of the driver in the Escalade but I prefer the gear shifter of the Yukon. I also love buttons.

[@escalade8759]

I'm a Cadillac guy, but you certainly make a good argument! We have both a GMC Truck and a Cadillac SUV. I do hope to own the Escalade someday soon! I have driven the GMC Denali and its cool. I've only sat in the Escalade, and it feels better just sitting in it.

[@Serb1973]

ESCALADE !!! Just ordered mine

[@sthdz2932]

We got one

[@prrp3749]

@@SliCkRiCkStER111 be patient and be aggressive your time will come!

[@christinawoodard3754]

Which trim level?

[@christinawoodard3754]

@@turtlemainia my XT6 is a sport. Did you get black on black on black? Looks like a Mob boss car!

[@dennissmith7214]

You have a very simplistic way of thinking my friend! 😳🤷🏽‍♂️

[@rogeliolopez2594]

Ascalade lmfao

[@truthtimetv4575]

Right wtf is happening? 😂

[@Keem84]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@charlesjackson4961]

He's really missing on soooo many features that the Escalade provides! Called them gimmicks constantly! The night vision and turn by turn feature on the curved screen are so useful. And please do not get me started on the chrome package with the huge chrome grill. 🤣 lmao

[@papagrande2006]

exactly!! it's like he's seeing it for the 1st time at the time of the video

[@jcgnbd7410]

Since he liked the chrome on the GMC - he should have gone for the Premium Luxury Platinum so the Escalade had the chrome for comparison……he was all about that is didn’t have chrome on a Sport platinum that is blacked out….🤣

[@broad405]

If you see that Escalade grill and lights from the rear view mirror,, it screems GET OUT OF THE WAY 😂

[@malinoisnation9392]

@jg 711 which gov?

[@alplain9995]

Them light!!!

[@christinawoodard3754]

Heck yeah. It’s angry bad a$$ looking. We have snow in our part of the country. I’d feel bad leaving the car out in the elements. .....THATS IT...... I must build a bigger garage! DONE🤩 Escalade , so pretty 💅💅💅💅💖👗✔️

[@melzariodesign]

Especially at night. It looks like a space ship

[@theunknown-nj5so]

There are rumors that there will be a electric and a performance version of the escalade also it looks better in person than on camera but I also like the platinum grille over the sport grille unless it is the black model

[@rodneyjones9963]

Bow tie till i die!!!! Gm is the only company in the world that can remake models over and over again that look completely different and still look good!!!!

[@makamatin9257]

Escalade wins. But practicality, you can have a yukon plus a mid size suv if you have a budget for an escalade.

[@christopherrichmond3310]

Lincoln Navigator takes the cake. More luxurious and powerful. It looks better too.

[@avam2409]

I think if you can afford a Yukon you can afford a Cadillac

[@nafiztube]

Fr they almost the same price

[@mrpuk247]

Not true. A fully loaded Denali is like 82,000 compared to close to 100,000

[@nafiztube]

@@mrpuk247 only 20k in difference. If you can afford to buy a Denali for 80k plus then you can afford to buy Escalade for 100k. It’s just matter of choice.

[@mrpuk247]

@@nafiztube once again not true. I know for me personally that's a huge difference in monthly payments. I plan to lease a Denali next year. That payment would be around 1100 a month. I know something for 20k more would be out my budget. I would love to get an Escalade, but that extra 20k makes it difficult for me

[@jlo3734]

@@mrpuk247 $1100 for about 8 years

[@robertstv8045]

Saw a short body Escalade yesterday. Sharp!!

[@Thigster]

This “comparison” is grossly misleading as there are quite a few more features that the top trim Escalade offers that you just cant get in the GMC. Super Cruise is one of them, then there’s the ambient lighting, massaging seats, HUD, night vision, refrigerated center console, interior motion detection, and a superb AKG sound system with 36 speakers - just to name a few. Hell, the Escalade even smells more luxurious with its semi aniline leather and Alcantara headliner. Obviously some may not care about that stuff, but those who can actually afford the upgrade typically find those added luxuries and aesthetics more than justify the extra cost. As with anything, you gotta pay to play.

[@TupactheDon16]

Most people that complain can’t even afford these luxury vehicles. Plus you have to factor insurance and gas. If they had the money they would buy the Escalade but since they can’t all they can say is for that price I would buy a house! Having money is so much fun!

[@wilhallman2890]

7:10 absolutely, it comes in very handy in tight parking situations... and believe it or not when you're towing something!

[@insayn7995]

To me, the Denali looks a bit more mature, I really appreciate the slightly “understated” styling compared to the Cadillac. Also, people may find the Escalade’s interior overwhelming.

[@iandallimore7478]

The actual price comparison of the side by side vehicles are: Escalade ESV 4WD PREMIUM LUXURY - $90,790 2021 YUKON XL DENALI4WD Denali - $83,835 If you add comparable upgrades.

[@NDNstrength]

Thank you for providing a review focusing on the practicality and money value.

[@342boss]

I just let someone else put on the first 9-10K miles and take the depreciation hit. Now you're comparing both trucks at nearly the same price point. That $2K kona brown leather option isn't $2K anymore. Throw in the 6/100K CPO warranty, MUCH better customer service. To me it makes Cadillac the easy winner. This is my take on owning both in the last gen. Had a '15 Denal XL. Went to an '18 Escalade Premium ESV. I literally could not find a Yukon for what I paid for the CPO Escalade with 9k miles on it. Luxury brands take a bigger depreciation hit, Lexus aside. You couldn't pay me to own ANY luxury brand outside of the warranty. Of course most people lease at this price point anyway.

[@LordNexusTheFir]

If the GMC just had a better looking steering wheel id pick it over a Tahoe, but the Escalade (& GMC) not only have a TRUCK type mean heavy duty look its luxurious & beautiful.

[@CG_86]

The only thing I don't care for on the escalade is the taillights. I don't like how they go all the way up to the roof. I love the front end of it tho. The Denali doesn't look bad either but that push button drive system is a deal breaker for me. I hate how car manufacturers are going to that now. Nobody likes it or the stupid turn dial. I don't understand why they keep doing it.

[@annapadgett9396]

Escalade black on black is what I choose! But the important thing is which one is more reliable

[@lewiswilliamsjr1190]

I bought my first Cadillac when I was 21 years old new and I’ve been in all my life

[@lonestarcollectiblezcom2602]

I like the looks of the Yukon Denali! The diesel has amazing gas mileage and seems very appealing for such a large vehicle!

[@danphan434]

But will be harder to find a "diesel" mechanic and more expensive to fix.

[@USAFreedom4Ever]

Careful of the diesel. Thought I seen 100k service on belt where engine has to be pulled.

[@-1Hawk]

I'm sure you can get the Denali with the blacked out grill, black rims and in black, that should have been the one shown, but that would have shown how much more you would get in beauty with the Yukon for far less.

[@normt430]

The Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, and the Cadillac Escalade account for 50% of all large SUV sales in the US. GM makes 340,000 of them every year and exports about 80,000 to 31 countries. They’re made in GM’s plant in Arlington, Texas, which is said to be the most profitable assembly plant in the world. We estimate they generate $20 billion in revenue for GM and about $4 billion in profits. Autoline Daily.

[@bigmixx]

The blackout pkg is worth the difference in price alone. If they offered it on the Denali I’d consider it but It’s the Escalade for me.

[@antoniodavis8424]

For repair cost and life of the vehicle, Yukon ALL DAY.

[@Boogy816]

Was just gonna say this. The Yukon will definitely hold up better than the Escalade.

[@ismaelreynoso1706]

I would say I'll take the GMC Yukon Denali XL because the inside of screen of Yukon Denali looks perfect then the Escalade & the seats of Yukon Denali is more comfortable than the Escalade & that's the reason why I choose GMC Yukon Denali XL

[@jasonstanton598]

Cadillac when you get the Gm discount plus everyone know Cadillac last longer mean durable . Meaning it stay nice and Engine wide the Cadillac win a day .

[@curtisbell1452]

The Face of the Escalade That Get Me. The inside i will Buy One love it in White and Black Out.

[@pierreatl35]

I agree the difference in ride is the Escalade has magnetic ride. I still say as an ex GMC Denali owner and current Cadillac Escalade owner the prices of both SUV's is way way too high, these are not six figure cars!!

[@moparfam300c]

I look at them as which one looks better to the buyer than the other, even though they're both genetically the same vehicle

[@michaelwest7940]

Great video I'm with you I would rather do denali, if anyone has ever owned one of these newer Cadillacs, you know that all of that fancy tech is not top of the line, and that beautiful screen you'll be lucky if it doesn't need to be repaired within 2 years lol

[@dgvette1]

BASE Escalade is 85k, loaded Denalli 90k Which is best choise?

[@PrincipalP69]

I would go with the Cadillac Escalade because it looks slightly wider from the front and has an amazing black mesh grill

[@Harrygill99]

Does air ride really matter in yukon? All Yukon im able find now day are without air ride. Should i buy since buying new

[@alcapone8193]

you did the whole video in the Escalade and never showed the inside of the Danali so how can I tell which one I like?

[@ricowells4879]

I believe it’s based on personal preference and their financial situation. However, critiques on features like the AR on the Escalade is a weak point, especially if they rave about it on other vehicles such as Mercedes Benz. Be consistent across the board.

[@johnls39]

Even though the Denali is $20K-$30K cheaper, it is still expensive at $70K USD. Anyone who can afford the Denali can also afford an Escalade easily. It all depends on the styling between the two buyers.

[@ricowells4879]

@@johnls39 I agree, personal preference!

[@dedrickbrockington7544]

I LIKE the exterior of the Denali better than the Caddy, front to back. But the Caddy wins interior hands down. I would buy the Denali. $20K+ savings for a similarly loaded vehicle? I'll take it. I dont need validation from other people that bad to have to have an Escalade.I like being different anyways.

[@siquanwu3131]

I agree I will take the Denali XL and bank $20k hard earned money. The big screen and 32 speakers I can live without. And I prefer Denali’s exterior look.

[@jay-argonzales7801]

Thank you for explaining that escalade is better.

[@rajroy246]

Thank you very honest review. Please review new Yukon Denali ultimate . I am planning one to buy but need to know the features, drive quality and value for money .

[@DanDan-gt1fz]

Sir, In 6:40 you can use that in a very dark area , perhaps your lights don’t work at that time or simply you want to drive like terminator 2 where Arnold drives without headlights when rescuing Sara Connor , yea I’m a t2 fan , best movie

[@jayburris6252]

The Caddy is beyond more beautiful!!!People don’t buy the Cadillac because it makes a difference in their life.

[@constance9607]

What's the difference in their life？please more specific

[@jayburris6252]

@@constance9607 There isn't a differnce. People buy the Caddy BECAUE it is a Caddilac. (and it is more beautiful)

[@maverick2730]

I prefer the Yukon Denali over the Cadillac Escalade. They both are good looking SUV's but the Yukon is a better bargain. It's not a hard decision at all.

[@wilhallman2890]

Nah, say whatever you want but at the end of the day the Caddy just rides smoother. It's worth the $$$ for not just that but the more unique and sleeker aerodynamics and the interior will hold up better in the long run vs the GMC, not too mention when you go platinum you get features not available in the GMC

[@illuminated2438]

Denali is a synonym for ghetto. The Escalade is far far superior. More tech, finer leather, more comfortable, super cruise, superior stereo. And it looks a hell of a lot nicer.

[@SamCarLegion]

Lol

[@rlatiim]

Damn you're ignorant.

[@nationalchampions]

I like the Yukon Denali and the Cadillac Escalade equally as far as looks and features. With that said of course I'd pick the Yukon Denali over the Cadillac Escalade because it's not as expensive.

[@ronnier4709]

Love the Escalade hands down 🙌🏽 I’ve owned 3 and all have been great, can’t wait to upgrade

[@majedbinmoharib8407]

Dear Sam, I’m convinced of your point of view regarding the augmented reality camera feature 🙏🏻

[@littledreamer2868]

I like the luxury and the actual look of the Cadillac that would definitely be my choice I love the extra features and I will definitely pay the extra 20 grand what's money we're all going to lose it one day anyway when we die haha

[@klein2252]

I heard new Yukon, Escalade, and Tahoe all have issues with power steering. I would probably choose Navigator.

[@dread0747]

Very useful, practical review... Thank you.