Cadillac Escalade vs Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Overview | |
MSRP$91,100 | MSRP$63,995 |
Listings376 | Listings400 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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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. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine3.0L 420 hp I6 |
DrivetrainRWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City15 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name3.0L 420 hp I6 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque468 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower420 hp @ 5200 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.5 cu ft | Cargo Space27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight5860 lbs | Curb Weight5730 lbs |
Height76.7 in | Height79.8 in |
Length211.9 in | Length216.1 in |
Width81.1 in | Width94.0 in |
Wheelbase120.9 in | Wheelbase123.0 in |
Maximum Payload1570 lbs | Maximum Payload1580 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6210 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity6210 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $91,100 | $63,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.0L 420 hp I6 |
Drivetrain | RWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 420 hp @ 5200 rpm |
MPG City | 15 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.0L 420 hp I6 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 468 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 420 hp @ 5200 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.5 cu ft | 27.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5860 lbs | 5730 lbs |
Height | 76.7 in | 79.8 in |
Length | 211.9 in | 216.1 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 94.0 in |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 123.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1570 lbs | 1580 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 6210 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6210 lbs | |
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