Like the Chevy Avalanche, the Cadillac Escalade EXT sport utility truck has two rows of seats for five occupants. The second row folds forward to to expand the truck's cargo space, and folding the midgate down extends the truck bed into the cab -- a helpful feature if you occasionally need to haul long items.

You'll find plenty of features inside the EXT, some standard -- some optional, like leather power front seats, automatic climate control, a heated steering wheel and navigation system. The optional air conditioned seats are something we're seeing on more vehicles.

The Escalade EXT is equipped with a 403 hp, 6.2-liter V-8 engine and a six-speed-automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is standard on the EXT. Other standard features include an electronic stability system and side curtain airbags.

EXT towing ability: up to 7,600 pounds; pricing: about $54,000