Feeling Stuck ... Escalade ESV or Yukon XL ... etc.

[Husker4theSpurs]

I'm sure I'm not the only one. I've been trying to locate a Duramax Yukon XL the way I'd like it, which as we know is practically impossible. In the meantime, the constraints ... pushback of SuperCruise availability on the Yukon XL for 2023 has had me pondering ordering a 2023 Duramax Escalade ESV when able. I contacted my dealer and he warned me that list is 23 long and he stated he was getting 1 to 2 a month so it could be a VERY long wait.

We currently have a 2020 Lincoln Navigator L and my primary reason for wanting to change is the Duramax engine ... SuperCruise ... having 2nd row buckets (we have a bench now). I also feel like I could get a good price for our Navigator right now and that it's preparing to not be that way sooner than later. Would be a good time to gain back some of the heavy depreciation typical with this kind of purchase.

In the meantime, I think I might be able to snag a Duramax 2022 Chevy Suburban RST which would obviously be missing a lot of the features we'd like but would probably net us $10-15k after selling our Navigator. In the meantime I could order a Yukon XL or Escalade ESV and wait, but at least I'd have the Duramax in the meantime.

Any thoughts on all of this? Another note ... we don't HAVE to have our Navigator L right now ... we could likely live without it until able to get something else. We have 2 other cars.

 

[Banks22]

Take extra money get the suburban and order an Escalade

 

[Toasty]

order the denali ultimate, request that your dealer not apply allocation to you until supercruise is no longer on constraint (or just go w/o)

 

[Tinbadtin]

My bet wouldn’t be on prices of used, gas guzzling SUVs staying inflated for much longer. If it was me and I didn’t need the 3rd vehicle I’d sell it now put in a few orders exactly what I want and just be patient.

 

[Seamus]

Practically impossible?? I have been looking for 8-9 months for a 2wd, no sunroof, Denali yukon XL, with the 3.0. Impossible period. Enjoying our 3.0 Denali Sierra which constantly reaffirms its 3.0 or nothing. Really want the known LM2 so a 2022 is my aim as the new version of this motor is in 2023?. FYI it appears super cruise really scrrews up some orders and will also require a subscription to use it.

 

[Banks22]

Practically impossible?? I have been looking for 8-9 months for a 2wd, no sunroof, Denali yukon XL, with the 3.0. Impossible period. Enjoying our 3.0 Denali Sierra which constantly reaffirms its 3.0 or nothing. Really want the known LM2 so a 2022 is my aim as the new version of this motor is in 2023?. FYI it appears super cruise really scrrews up some orders and will also require a subscription to use it.

GM stated the new diesel will be in trucks for 2023 but not the suvs. So probably the 2024 refresh suvs will get the LM0 diesel I believe it is...

 

[Husker4theSpurs]

I also have a fear that the diesel won't continue to be offered in the SUVs just due to more emissions requirements or that the tweaked diesel for 2023 pickups and (presumed) 2024 SUVs will not be as efficient, etc.

Damn this is a weird time to be buying a car?

 

[Banks22]

I also have a fear that the diesel won't continue to be offered in the SUVs just due to more emissions requirements or that the tweaked diesel for 2023 pickups and (presumed) 2024 SUVs will not be as efficient, etc.

Damn this is a weird time to be buying a car?

There’s reviews on the new engine online and basically all they changed was a couple sensors, there’s been virtually zero issues with that engine except for a few rare occasions with some sensors. So should be the same engine but even better.

 

[Micahsd]

Sounds like for the pickups the 6.2L is unavailable to order along with the diesel due to supply issues. Guessing it will be the same for the SUVs soon.
https://gmauthority.com/blog/2022/06/2022-chevy-silverado-6-2l-v8-l87-engine-unavailable-to-order/

 

[bunky319]

My bet wouldn’t be on prices of used, gas guzzling SUVs staying inflated for much longer. If it was me and I didn’t need the 3rd vehicle I’d sell it now put in a few orders exactly what I want and just be patient.

Agree 100% with this. We don't know where the economy is headed over the next few months. You stated that you don't need the Navigator which implies that you also don't need an RST. Since we are in the category of "want", I say order exactly what you want and wait. Sell your Navigator and save your money while you wait....

 

[Pertzbro]

I'm assuming by your name you are in NE. Which dealer did you consult with? Maybe go to the big dealer - Woodhouse, Sid Dillon? maybe have a quicker turnaround?

 

[Husker4theSpurs]

I'm assuming by your name you are in NE. Which dealer did you consult with? Maybe go to the big dealer - Woodhouse, Sid Dillon? maybe have a quicker turnaround?

I am on the list for a Yukon with Sid Dillon ... when I asked about Escalade they said it's about 20 deep on the waitlist. Orders at MSRP. I may inquire at a smaller town dealership.

I was on the list at Huber (bought by Woodhouse) and seems like they lost me off the list ... and they are charging over MSRP for orders.

 

[Husker4theSpurs]

I'm assuming by your name you are in NE. Which dealer did you consult with? Maybe go to the big dealer - Woodhouse, Sid Dillon? maybe have a quicker turnaround?

Did you order from one of them or purchase from there?

 

[slade45]

Did you order from one of them or purchase from there?

I had an order with Lockhart (they are MSRP) for an ESV but needed something sooner. Found an XL Denali at a local dealer that was available and at status 3000 when I put a reservation down. However, it's been stuck at Mid since early April so I probably would have gotten the ESV by now, lol, since it seems there aren't any issues with Escalade's...

I'm in a similar situation though, still very back and forth on what to do. At this point the idea of waiting on an ESV and ordering exactly what I want (and getting a MY23) sounds appealing, but the XL Denali should be here fairly soon too

 

[Husker4theSpurs]

I had an order with Lockhart (they are MSRP) for an ESV but needed something sooner. Found an XL Denali at a local dealer that was available and at status 3000 when I put a reservation down. However, it's been stuck at Mid since early April so I probably would have gotten the ESV by now, lol, since it seems there aren't any issues with Escalade's...

I'm in a similar situation though, still very back and forth on what to do. At this point the idea of waiting on an ESV and ordering exactly what I want (and getting a MY23) sounds appealing, but the XL Denali should be here fairly soon too

I feel ya ... I'd really like the exterior of the Yukon XL with the features of the Escalade ESV ... makes me wanna wait until SuperCruise is available on the Yukon at least, but by then I fear I'll have wish I'd waited for the 2024 mid-cycle refresh.

I like the exterior look of the Yukon best and like the idea of not being as "showy" and "bling-y" perception-wise and my wife isn't super excited about driving around an Escalade, but also she really likes massaging seats

 

[Husker4theSpurs]

I checked w Woodhouse (formerly Huber) and it sounds like I’m still on their waitlist and they are holding to MSRP for people who were on the list before the sale of the dealership.

So now I’m on two lists … one for a Yukon and one for an Escalade.

 

[slade45]

I feel ya ... I'd really like the exterior of the Yukon XL with the features of the Escalade ESV ... makes me wanna wait until SuperCruise is available on the Yukon at least, but by then I fear I'll have wish I'd waited for the 2024 mid-cycle refresh.

I like the exterior look of the Yukon best and like the idea of not being as "showy" and "bling-y" perception-wise and my wife isn't super excited about driving around an Escalade, but also she really likes massaging seats

It appears the decision has been made for me -- Denali has shipped, so will be going with that. Good luck with your process!

 

[WalleyeMikeIII]

Here is some food for thought....Check w your Insurance carrier, you may be surprised at the difference in cost to insure a Denali vs an Escalade...That may help w/ your decision.