2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD vs 2WD: is AWD worth it?
Luxury AWD vs Luxury 2WD
AWD adds $3,000. Costs $141 more a year in fuel.
$3,847more over 6 years
- 16 vs 17 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and 2WD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Max towing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury 2WD Luxury AWD | $79,195 $82,195 | $3,000 | 17 mpg 16 mpg | $2,259 $2,400 | $3,847 | N/A | N/A |
| Premium Luxury RWD Premium Luxury 4WD | $86,195 $89,195 | $3,000 | 17 mpg 16 mpg | $2,259 $2,400 | $3,847 | N/A | N/A |
| Sport RWD Sport AWD | $88,895 $91,895 | $3,000 | 17 mpg 16 mpg | $2,259 $2,400 | $3,847 | N/A | N/A |
| Sport Platinum RWD Sport Platinum 4WD | $103,595 $106,595 | $3,000 | 17 mpg 16 mpg | $2,259 $2,400 | $3,847 | N/A | N/A |
| Premium Luxury Platinum RWD Premium Luxury Platinum AWD | $103,595 $106,595 | $3,000 | 17 mpg 16 mpg | $2,259 $2,400 | $3,847 | N/A | 7,600 lb 7,400 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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