2026 Cadillac Escalade vs 2026 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$68,300 | MSRP$91,100 |
Listings183 | Listings126 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2026 BMW X5 Reviews Summary | |
2026 Cadillac Escalade Reviews SummaryThe standard-wheelbase Escalade seats up to eight passengers across three rows, rides on a body-on-frame platform shared with the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and is powered exclusively by a naturally aspirated 6.2-litre V8. For 2026, the Escalade lineup receives a new base trim and some revised naming (Premium Luxury Platinum becomes Platinum Luxury, Sport Platinum is now Platinum Sport). The mechanicals carry over unchanged from the thoroughly refreshed 2025-model-year version. It competes with the Lincoln Navigator, BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLS, Infiniti QX80, and Lexus LX. Verdict: The 2026 Cadillac Escalade remains the default choice in full-size luxury SUVs with good reason. Its platform limitations are real, but a well-optioned example is genuinely difficult to fault on comfort, technology, or presence. Buyers should budget accordingly for fuel. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway19 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 | Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Torque398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower375 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway19 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space33.9 cu ft | Cargo Space25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4919 lbs | Curb Weight5860 lbs |
Height69.1 in | Height76.7 in |
Length194.2 in | Length211.9 in |
Width87.3 in | Width81.1 in |
Wheelbase117.1 in | Wheelbase120.9 in |
Maximum Payload1054 lbs | Maximum Payload1570 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $68,300 | $91,100 |
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User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
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Summary | The standard-wheelbase Escalade seats up to eight passengers across three rows, rides on a body-on-frame platform shared with the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and is powered exclusively by a naturally aspirated 6.2-litre V8. For 2026, the Escalade lineup receives a new base trim and some revised naming (Premium Luxury Platinum becomes Platinum Luxury, Sport Platinum is now Platinum Sport). The mechanicals carry over unchanged from the thoroughly refreshed 2025-model-year version. It competes with the Lincoln Navigator, BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLS, Infiniti QX80, and Lexus LX. Verdict: The 2026 Cadillac Escalade remains the default choice in full-size luxury SUVs with good reason. Its platform limitations are real, but a well-optioned example is genuinely difficult to fault on comfort, technology, or presence. Buyers should budget accordingly for fuel. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 19 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 375 hp I6 | 6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Torque | 398 lb-ft @ 1850 rpm | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower | 375 hp @ 5200 rpm | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 19 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 33.9 cu ft | 25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4919 lbs | 5860 lbs |
Height | 69.1 in | 76.7 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 211.9 in |
Width | 87.3 in | 81.1 in |
Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 120.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1054 lbs | 1570 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7200 lbs | 8100 lbs |
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