Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 vs Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo 6.0 s Runner-up: 6.2 s
Power winner Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 420 hp Runner-up: 328 hp
Cargo winner Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 1,303 L Runner-up: 878 L
Price winner Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo $43,300 Runner-up: $84,290

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 against the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.0 seconds, compared with 6.2 seconds for 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has the higher listed output at 420 hp; 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo is rated at 328 hp, a difference of 92 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 at 624 Nm and 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo at 440 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo has the lower recorded consumption at 10.6 L/100km; 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 is listed at 14.7 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 1,303 litres versus 878 litres, a difference of 425 litres. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 carries the higher towing rating at 3,674 kg, while 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo is listed at 2,268 kg. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 is 565 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo has the lower listed starting price at $43,300, compared with $84,290 for 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8. 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V82025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.2 s6.0 s
Top Speed185 km/h200 km/h
Power420 hp328 hp
Torque624 Nm440 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank91 L79 L
Efficiency14.7 L/100km10.6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions336 g/km242 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,766 mm5,201 mm
Ground Clearance203 mm193 mm
Cargo1,303 L878 L
Curb Weight2,730 kg2,074 kg
Towing3,674 kg2,268 kg
Seats88
Turning Circle12.8 m12.2 m
Starting MSRP$84,290$43,300

Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 vs Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.0 seconds, versus 6.2 seconds for 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has more power at 420 hp, a 92 hp advantage over 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has more listed cargo space at 1,303 litres (46.0 cu ft), versus 878 litres (31.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,674 kg (8,100 lb), compared with 2,268 kg (5,000 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 is heavier at 2,730 kg (6,019 lb), while 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo is listed at 2,074 kg (4,572 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $43,300 USD, compared with $84,290 USD for 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 or the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse RS 2.5L Turbo?

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport 6.2L V8 leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.