Cadillac Escalade vs Acura MDX
Overview | |
Years produced2001-2020 | Years produced1999-2000 |
MSRP$51,800 | MSRP$88,100 |
Listings962 | Listings387 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2025 Cadillac Escalade maintains the momentum of one of the most recognizable SUV nameplates. The current-generation Escalade was introduced as a 2021 model, but for 2025 it gets a refresh that includes styling changes and a redesigned dashboard display. The all-electric 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ joins the lineup as well, but that’s covered in a separate review. This gasoline Escalade competes against full-size luxury SUVs such as the BMW X7, the Infiniti QX80, the Land Rover Range Rover, the Lexus LX, the Lincoln Navigator, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS. Verdict: If you’re willing to spend extra on a well-specced example, the Escalade is a credible luxury vehicle. But its platform’s shortcomings can’t be erased. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway19 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City15 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway19 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.3 cu ft | Cargo Space25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4268 lbs | Curb Weight5807 lbs |
Height67.9 in | Height76.7 in |
Length198.4 in | Length211.9 in |
Width78.7 in | Width81.1 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase120.9 in |
Maximum Payload1173 lbs | Maximum Payload1570 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-2020 | 1999-2000 |
MSRP | $51,800 | $88,100 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The 2025 Cadillac Escalade maintains the momentum of one of the most recognizable SUV nameplates. The current-generation Escalade was introduced as a 2021 model, but for 2025 it gets a refresh that includes styling changes and a redesigned dashboard display. The all-electric 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ joins the lineup as well, but that’s covered in a separate review. This gasoline Escalade competes against full-size luxury SUVs such as the BMW X7, the Infiniti QX80, the Land Rover Range Rover, the Lexus LX, the Lincoln Navigator, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS. Verdict: If you’re willing to spend extra on a well-specced example, the Escalade is a credible luxury vehicle. But its platform’s shortcomings can’t be erased. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 19 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 6.2L 420 hp V8 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 15 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 19 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.3 cu ft | 25.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4268 lbs | 5807 lbs |
Height | 67.9 in | 76.7 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 211.9 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 81.1 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 120.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1173 lbs | 1570 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 8100 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | |
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