2026 Audi Q5 vs 2026 Cadillac Escalade
Overview | |
MSRP$91,100 | MSRP$52,800 |
Listings126 | Listings1435 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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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. | |
2026 Audi Q5 Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine2.0L 268 hp I4 |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City15 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name2.0L 268 hp I4 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.5 cu ft | Cargo Space27.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight5860 lbs | Curb Weight4211 lbs |
Height76.7 in | Height65.7 in |
Length211.9 in | Length185.7 in |
Width81.1 in | Width84.8 in |
Wheelbase120.9 in | Wheelbase110.9 in |
Maximum Payload1570 lbs | Maximum Payload1290 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity4400 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $91,100 | $52,800 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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 | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.0L 268 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 15 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 2.0L 268 hp I4 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.5 cu ft | 27.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5860 lbs | 4211 lbs |
Height | 76.7 in | 65.7 in |
Length | 211.9 in | 185.7 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 84.8 in |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 110.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1570 lbs | 1290 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 4400 lbs |
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