I agree. Once you cross over that $80k mark, it just depends on tastes at that point. The Cadillac comes with certain perks of ownership and at long last has enough differentiation to justify its positioning atop the hierarchy.
the 15k difference between a fully loaded denali and an equally equipped escalade comes out to over $300 a month more (over 60 months at 3.5% financing and 20k down). That's not insignificant. Rich people dont become and stay rich by throwing away their money. Especially if they can get basically the exact same thing for less.
That Denali grill though!! I gotta give the exterior to Yukon. Of course GM isn't dumb enough not to give the Escalade the better interior. I would take the Yukon.
I agree, I just dont like what they did with the headlights on the escalade. All that space and tiny rectangular shaped headlights. They look terrible.
Before watching the comparison, guys! CADILLAC is the one and only majestic luxury icon, period! It is a matter taken for granted by all other cars manufacturers and accepted by them even reluctantly... Escalade!!! it is the KING! Who turns a head on a Denali or Chevy or Ford in a street... It is only Escalade when driven, more royalty given to it when it is in black raven! Thanks Mason and Drew for the review, Cadillac is the only luxury icon...
Range Rover is the true King of Luxury. I have a Yukon Denali and I really don’t see much of a difference between mine and an Escalade besides badging and pricing. Range Rovers are on their own level though. I will keep mine for the reliability though!
That dark colored open pore wood in the GMC Yukon Denali is so beautiful. It reminds me of the beautiful dark wood in my 2020 A6 rental. GM knocked these trucks out of the ballpark!
LOVE the return of the comparison format! This one was really tricky because as similar as the vehicles are, there is enough to differentiate. I spent a little seat time in a loaded 2021 Denali and it is hard to put into words the quantum leap in refinement and quality it has over the 2020. While it still feels large, the driving experience is far more enjoyable. Better steering makes it less ponderous and obviously the suspension is a galaxy away from the 2020. It is so good, in fact, that I am really curious about the Escalade and its extras.
I NEED the Yukon Denali. I WANT the Escalade. I think the channel needs a part two for revisit when the Escalade and Yukon Denali are readily available with enough inventory for road test back to back and a clear better analysis of optional equipment ordered from the factory.
I really like how the Denali combines simplicity with bling, that’s why I’ll take it. I really like the “old school” style of the interior, big screens don’t really get me that excited.
I'm on my 4th Denali "05" "07" "11" "16" . Why pay extra for the Escalade when the Denali is basically the same truck on the exact same platform. But you can't go wrong with either choice
@@ARUclipsChannelwithNoName Like I said I've owned 4 different Yukon Denali over the past 15 years and whenever I took it in the dealership for service they always referred to it as my truck . Truck, SUV , whatever, I still love my Denali
Somehow, I knew you would be asking this question. First, the Cadillac is, without a doubt, still “ the King” of the suv! There is no comparison to all of the others who try hard. The pinnacle of SUV’s. So to drive one, heads do turn. However, the fact that the GMC Yukon has such high success, style and beauty, my money goes to the Yukon Denali. Thanks Drew and Mason! 🤗👍
I remember years back when customers were complaining that the big chrome rims and the large speakers were too urban and ghetto. Now it's the standard!
I own a Escalade 2020 if I were to buy a 2020 Denali I would be settling for what I do not want, or just don’t have enough $$$for the Escalade plain n simple!!!
Great Video. I work with Escalade and really enjoy watching your videos for some info I might forget to mention during a walk around. Cheers to you and your team
The Escalade will always be better because GM puts more luxury into them than Yukon and Tahoe. So in my opinion comparing these two is like comparing the Yukon to the Tahoe.
Go with the car with more analog features over a computerized system. It’s going to be a nightmare to fix all the glitches and malfunctions in the new tech system cars.
Can’t thank you enough for this comparison. We’ve been back and forth, and not many outlets out there doing a detailed comparison of the two. Hard to pass up the value on the Yukon, but we’ll probably end up with an Escalade with less options rather than the Yukon fully loaded. Base Escalade likely to retain it’s value better than a fully loaded Yukon.
I'm all for the Escalade simply because they redesigned the gear shift and removed it from the steering wheel, which makes better sense since it's not a pick up truck. I rather the 2014 body style which was visually appealing
Nothing wrong with a column shifter but it should have been modernized like a Mercedes GL or like a new Hyundai. One thing about last gen was it felt cheaper than what you got in like a 2012 model.
I have a '16 escalade and I'm glad they replaced the column shifter & the turn signals. The Denali has more things included that you have to pay for in the Escalade like the retractable running boards. I think the Escalade looks better
Both vehicles are excellent in looks, design and Features. Both are ultra modern large SUV and performance to cherish. Some times it is difficult to pick one, so we humbly submit the score as draw.
The GMC has always been the best looking of the GM full sized SUVs. I would only buy a CPO, I can't imagine spending close to $90,000 for a vehicle only to have it be worth $60,000 the next year......
Bought a new denali in 17. It currently has 44k miles. I'll stay this, nomatter what either is, its more bs to tear up. Other than the 6.2 motor, the rest, no matter how nice they are, is junk. Either will be in the shop multiple times for dumb issues.
A Yukon with the Escalade screens and shifter would be perfect IMO, especially if you could still have the power sliding console, which isn't coming to the Escalade.
They are both nice vehicles. But the Yukon is my choice. It's just so much more appealing. The Cadillacs dash is simply amazing. If they could switch interiors...smh
I priced out the new Escalade and the Sport model was $105K. So about I think the price difference is more like $20K - $25K difference. Both look like great SUVs.
Did you know that they are comparing Yukon's fully loaded model and Escalade's not fully loaded model. I also think that Escalade has an option for a longer variant.
I think both are great but when you get a Yukon Denali all maxed out in options, you're at about $93,000 and the maxed-out Escalade Platinum is about $120,000 so if you have the extra money I would spend the extra $30,000 to get the escalade, I grew up with Denali's and Escalade's so in my opinion you can't go wrong with either they're both amazing cars.
Thx for the comparisons on these two giants of luxury, I like both but I'm a Cadillac man all day long. I live in the D.C. Area and when you see The Big Black Cadillac coming down the road it looks presidential and powerful. King of big SUV's.
I went with the Denali...wanted it to be a little truckee....Escalade was insane...lots and lots of piano black...beautiful. My pit would destroy 🤙 Both incredible!
I'd take both but if I had the money I'm picking the Escalade hands down. GM clearly knocked it out of the park with the tech and interior in the Escalade.
Even though the Yukon has more cargo space and seating space I’m still choosing the Escalade because it’s has more tech in it and it simply looks better than the Yukon in my opinion
I drive my employer's new Escalade on a 2 hour trip every week. It really does make me feel like I'm better than everybody else.
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Best, most honest comment ever. Status symbolism is so powerful.
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Yukon exterior with Escalade interior 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I agree with what you have said.
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Yes I agree also
If you have that much to buy a Denali you have enough to buy an Escalade honestly
I agree. Once you cross over that $80k mark, it just depends on tastes at that point. The Cadillac comes with certain perks of ownership and at long last has enough differentiation to justify its positioning atop the hierarchy.
the 15k difference between a fully loaded denali and an equally equipped escalade comes out to over $300 a month more (over 60 months at 3.5% financing and 20k down). That's not insignificant. Rich people dont become and stay rich by throwing away their money. Especially if they can get basically the exact same thing for less.
@@jakes5530 but the rich do care about prestige and status.
Jake Stoler I make 700000 per year. 300 is nothing to me
I dont like funeral vehicles, sorry
GM finally not being cheap when it comes to the interior materials and design
Except your msrp push pull drive selection
If you get a non-denali version of the Yukon it has the same interior styling as Tahoe.
If u say so
Heyyy daddy what does dat mean?
Only until all the wiring shorts because of 10/10 GM engineering.
The Denali is amazing, but of course the Escalade for the interior design 🤩
That Denali grill though!! I gotta give the exterior to Yukon. Of course GM isn't dumb enough not to give the Escalade the better interior. I would take the Yukon.
I’d pick the Yukon Denali without a second thought
They both look very good but I love the Escalade
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Me too
Same
I love Denali better
When you got $100,000!!!!!!
Yukon exterior combined with Escalade interior would be perfect 👌 But if I had to choose one, Id pick the Yukon! Great work guys!
I agree ☝️
I agree, I just dont like what they did with the headlights on the escalade. All that space and tiny rectangular shaped headlights. They look terrible.
Me too bro i love the gmc is better than the escalade
I like the Escalade exterior more. But the Yukon sure is a beauty.
The Cadillac will always win in my books. These reviews are top-notch, keep up the great work
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Before watching the comparison, guys! CADILLAC is the one and only majestic luxury icon, period! It is a matter taken for granted by all other cars manufacturers and accepted by them even reluctantly... Escalade!!! it is the KING! Who turns a head on a Denali or Chevy or Ford in a street... It is only Escalade when driven, more royalty given to it when it is in black raven! Thanks Mason and Drew for the review, Cadillac is the only luxury icon...
Cadillac is for old people though.
Plenty of people have turned heads for my Denali so either you’re just talking out of your ass or you’ve never owned either one
cadi are for old geezers
Range Rover is the true King of Luxury. I have a Yukon Denali and I really don’t see much of a difference between mine and an Escalade besides badging and pricing. Range Rovers are on their own level though. I will keep mine for the reliability though!
zwinns rich old ppl
That dark colored open pore wood in the GMC Yukon Denali is so beautiful. It reminds me of the beautiful dark wood in my 2020 A6 rental. GM knocked these trucks out of the ballpark!
Yay!!! I like the Escalade but I think the Denali is better!!
Avery Norman Same
The Escalade dash is winning tho.
Flee810 true!!
I went with the 2021 Yukon Denali, it is the perfect mix of both in my eyes and the front end looks amazing!
@@dduchovny2270 any pics of interior lighting
Thanks for showing these two beauties on a Sunday afternoon
Just love the yukon Denali better....more of a muscular look especially the front end ....good video
I got the escalate for my Christmas 🎄
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Happy new year!
LOVE the return of the comparison format! This one was really tricky because as similar as the vehicles are, there is enough to differentiate. I spent a little seat time in a loaded 2021 Denali and it is hard to put into words the quantum leap in refinement and quality it has over the 2020. While it still feels large, the driving experience is far more enjoyable. Better steering makes it less ponderous and obviously the suspension is a galaxy away from the 2020. It is so good, in fact, that I am really curious about the Escalade and its extras.
I NEED the Yukon Denali.
I WANT the Escalade.
I think the channel needs a part two for revisit when the Escalade and Yukon Denali are readily available with enough inventory for road test back to back and a clear better analysis of optional equipment ordered from the factory.
Tahoe Escalade failure no led fogs Denali is the winner ....when your paying over $70gs led fogs is a must
The interior on the Escalade is on another level.
The GMC grill let you know it’s COMING NOCE!
I'll pick the Yukon
Laron Miller I feel you on that
Same
I missed these epic comparisons!!! Thanks for the upload guys!!!
More of them coming soon!
I really like how the Denali combines simplicity with bling, that’s why I’ll take it. I really like the “old school” style of the interior, big screens don’t really get me that excited.
Old school style, but hot and with basically the same amenities - except the fridge lol.
I own a 2015 Yukon Denali now, but boy oh boy, I’m really loving that Cadillac
Gimme the Escalade... The infotainment system finally makes it look 🔥
The GMC grill though!! Cadilac will always win for me, but still very impressed with the GMC.😊
I'm on my 4th Denali "05" "07" "11" "16" . Why pay extra for the Escalade when the Denali is basically the same truck on the exact same platform.
But you can't go wrong with either choice
Nothing like someone calling an obvious SUV a “truck”!
A RUclips Channel with no name I know more people that call them trucks than people who call them SUVS
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Like I said I've owned 4 different Yukon Denali over the past 15 years and whenever I took it in the dealership for service they always referred to it as my truck .
Truck, SUV , whatever, I still love my Denali
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Agreed
A RUclips Channel with no name if it’s body on frame it’s a truck. If it’s unibody it’s a crossover. The denali escalade and tahoe are all trucks.
Somehow, I knew you would be asking this question. First, the Cadillac is, without a doubt, still “ the King” of the suv! There is no comparison to all of the others who try hard. The pinnacle of SUV’s. So to drive one, heads do turn. However, the fact that the GMC Yukon has such high success, style and beauty, my money goes to the Yukon Denali. Thanks Drew and Mason! 🤗👍
Really looking forward to testing that Escalade. Great breakdown! Loved all the details. 👍🏻
i wish i had money to just fix my 2 door 95 yukon, want it to look old outside but have like a luxury interior like todays yukons
I love the Cadillac Escalade better!! It’s very nice and Luxury!!!
Always repairing something!
@@nottabidenfan660 not really they are great unlike Audi Mercedes Bmw Jaguar and Bentley
@@danielmeador1991 I should've specified certain years of the Escalade.
@@nottabidenfan660 yea the older ones did Have a lot of plastic but not the new ones
@@danielmeador1991 2015 + had major transmission & suspension issues, also!
Im so happy Cadillac didnt fumble the ball w this escalade redesign its amazing.
I remember years back when customers were complaining that the big chrome rims and the large speakers were too urban and ghetto. Now it's the standard!
I own a Escalade 2020 if I were to buy a 2020 Denali I would be settling for what I do not want, or just don’t have enough $$$for the Escalade plain n simple!!!
They’re the same thing basically. It’s like twins dressing differently.
Great Video. I work with Escalade and really enjoy watching your videos for some info I might forget to mention during a walk around.
Cheers to you and your team
This was such a fantastic video to watch. Thank you for thinking of making this comparison. Awesome channel
Thanks so much! We appreciate that! 😁
Denali for rugged and muscular, Escalade for refined with luxurious edge. Both are great vehicles. Personally, i would go with upcoming Hummer EV😂
Good review. I would take the Escalade for my wife and the Yukon for me.
That’s why I subscribed to this channel
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The Escalade will always be better because GM puts more luxury into them than Yukon and Tahoe. So in my opinion comparing these two is like comparing the Yukon to the Tahoe.
Someone has clearly never been in any of these vehicles before.
@@MrDefaultplayer1 actually i have and that is why I made my comment
Go with the car with more analog features over a computerized system. It’s going to be a nightmare to fix all the glitches and malfunctions in the new tech system cars.
I would get the Caddy just for that Dash layout! Both are great but dang that dash. Great job GM!
They both look good... but I rather choose the Escalade
I feel the big difference between the two is the Escalade having the big screens.
I would get the Escalade! Stay safe guys!! 😬😉
Is it just me or the Escalade is kinda..slow..
I like the fact that he didn't get carried away after pointing the camera at those massive screens.
I'm working on getting the Denali XL this year 😁
i am not a fan of GM, but the interior of the escalade is top notch. Better than any mercedes or bmw interior for sure.
It's the same vehicle. It's been that way for years. Just like the Navigator and the Expedition.
Honestly
Wow dankie for the superb review...seeing this from South Africa.keep them coming!
I would go with the Yukon still, its Gorgeous to me!!😍😍 I have a 2012 Yuokon right now and I STILL love that damn truck lol
I’m going Denali 2500 Durmax in the next couple of months. It’ll be matched with a 25’ Airstream Globetrotter. See ya on the road
Now we're talkin....something useful.
Thank you for this because if you're shopping one, you're shopping the other
Comparing grapes to wine, there both the same just ones a little fancier.
The Denali is the one for me. To me it has more of a rugged look . That’s just me.
Can’t thank you enough for this comparison. We’ve been back and forth, and not many outlets out there doing a detailed comparison of the two. Hard to pass up the value on the Yukon, but we’ll probably end up with an Escalade with less options rather than the Yukon fully loaded. Base Escalade likely to retain it’s value better than a fully loaded Yukon.
I'm all for the Escalade simply because they redesigned the gear shift and removed it from the steering wheel, which makes better sense since it's not a pick up truck. I rather the 2014 body style which was visually appealing
Nothing wrong with a column shifter but it should have been modernized like a Mercedes GL or like a new Hyundai. One thing about last gen was it felt cheaper than what you got in like a 2012 model.
The GMC looks like it’s worth more than the Escalade from the outside
These trucks are very similar however you don’t have the top trim level of the Escalade, the platinum, which is equivalent to the Denali trim.
I have a '16 escalade and I'm glad they replaced the column shifter & the turn signals. The Denali has more things included that you have to pay for in the Escalade like the retractable running boards. I think the Escalade looks better
Both vehicles are excellent in looks, design and Features. Both are ultra modern large SUV and performance to cherish. Some times it is difficult to pick one, so we humbly submit the score as draw.
I chose to stay in the GMC family with the Denali XL. I love it!!
Both are GMC vehicles but I am Denali all the way.
Great comparison!!! You guys are the best!!!
Well done as always guys. I would purchase the GMC as I like the more masculine look
That’s it! That Escalades nice bit it’s clearly NOT the boss in comparison to the GMC exterior.
Agreed, thanks for great report straight to the point and informative ✅
The GMC has always been the best looking of the GM full sized SUVs. I would only buy a CPO, I can't imagine spending close to $90,000 for a vehicle only to have it be worth $60,000 the next year......
Good thing I came across unto this. Great video sir. Now I know what to get.
Thanks!
Bought a new denali in 17. It currently has 44k miles.
I'll stay this, nomatter what either is, its more bs to tear up. Other than the 6.2 motor, the rest, no matter how nice they are, is junk. Either will be in the shop multiple times for dumb issues.
Thank you!!! And that's the truth, and the reason I will never go back to GM.
Agree 100%
10:34 i love the sound it makes when they accelerate without flooring it
Thank you, Thank you and Thank you for this comparison.
Also not forgetting signature INTRO.
Haha glad you enjoyed!
I'd pick the Denali. It looks better in my opinion and everything else isquite comparable to the Escalade
Both great vehicles. Cadillac all the way for me though. Great review guys ! I love the comparison vids definitely do more of these
Escalade for sure! When you say a luxury SUV, then THE ESCALADE stands out on every level...can't wait to get one 😁😍
Denali Grill Tho’ for the Win!!
I’m getting the Cadillac Escalade 2021 now!
Escalade for me. Denali is the top trim for GMC. Wish you had the Platinum Escalade to compare.
This kind of luxury vehicles doesn't exist in Argentina, Love both are amazing!!!
A Yukon with the Escalade screens and shifter would be perfect IMO, especially if you could still have the power sliding console, which isn't coming to the Escalade.
They are both nice vehicles. But the Yukon is my choice. It's just so much more appealing. The Cadillacs dash is simply amazing. If they could switch interiors...smh
Platinum Luxury is around 102K with the Platinum Sport around 104. Those are the big dog Lacs
I just bought the suburban high country and I absolutely love it!!
I priced out the new Escalade and the Sport model was $105K. So about I think the price difference is more like $20K - $25K difference. Both look like great SUVs.
This is a comparison I have often wondered about...Great great info...The Escalade would be my choice. Thanks guys!
Glad you enjoyed the video! 😁
Did you know that they are comparing Yukon's fully loaded model and Escalade's not fully loaded model. I also think that Escalade has an option for a longer variant.
I think both are great but when you get a Yukon Denali all maxed out in options, you're at about $93,000 and the maxed-out Escalade Platinum is about $120,000 so if you have the extra money I would spend the extra $30,000 to get the escalade, I grew up with Denali's and Escalade's so in my opinion you can't go wrong with either they're both amazing cars.
I like the escalade cause of the lights that’s why I love luxury cars
Howdy, awesome comparison as always y’all! I’d personally go for a well equipped, non Denali, Yukon!😸😻😸
Love your videos 😁😁
I hate the long tail lights on the Escalade
Thx for the comparisons on these two giants of luxury, I like both but I'm a Cadillac man all day long. I live in the D.C. Area and when you see The Big Black Cadillac coming down the road it looks presidential and powerful. King of big SUV's.
My mom got the Cadillac and it’s soooo nice!! I love it so much
I went with the Denali...wanted it to be a little truckee....Escalade was insane...lots and lots of piano black...beautiful. My pit would destroy 🤙 Both incredible!
I'm not a Cadillac man but I sure do like this one😇
I'd take both but if I had the money I'm picking the Escalade hands down. GM clearly knocked it out of the park with the tech and interior in the Escalade.
Even though the Yukon has more cargo space and seating space I’m still choosing the Escalade because it’s has more tech in it and it simply looks better than the Yukon in my opinion
I would like to both of these the best, I love them
I hate a shifter in the middle, so I chose the Denali. I have one on order to get the air ride and sliding console. Can't wait..