2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Lexus GX 460
When comparing the 2011 Cadillac Escalade's and the 2011 Lexus GX 460's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2011 Lexus GX 460 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2011 Cadillac Escalade's and the 2011 Lexus GX 460's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Lexus GX 460 is a better car than the 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Lexus GX 460 Pricing
A used 2011 Cadillac Escalade ranges from $9,861 to $21,998 while a used 2011 Lexus GX 460 is priced between $14,148 to $25,998.
2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Lexus GX 460 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2011 Cadillac Escalade loses 50.9 percent of its value and the 2011 Lexus GX 460 loses 39.6 percent of its value. This means the 2011 Lexus GX 460 retains 11.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2011 Cadillac Escalade.
2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Lexus GX 460 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac Escalade is 8.1 out of 10 while the Lexus GX 460's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac Escalade being ranked 10 out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs and the Lexus GX 460 being ranked 8 out of 24. Out of 33 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Cadillac Escalade is ranked 11 and the Lexus GX 460 is ranked 9.
2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Lexus GX 460 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac Escalade is 8.8 out of 10. For the Lexus GX 460 the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GX 460 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac Escalade.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2011 Cadillac Escalade’s base engine makes 403 horsepower, and the 2011 Lexus GX 460 base engine makes 301 horsepower. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The GX 460 is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles.This gives the 2011 Lexus GX 460 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2011 Cadillac Escalade the advantage in maximum range. The Escalade uses ethanol, gasoline, and the GX 460 uses gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2011 Cadillac Escalade has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9861 - 21998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14148 - 25998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.396445
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lexus GX 460 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.774022 / 10
Reliability:
8.848043 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade Rankings
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26 out of / 33Lexus GX 460 Rankings
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31 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2011 Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Platinum Edition, Premium
2011 Lexus GX 460 Trim Levels
Base, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
403 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
417 foot-lbs @ 4300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
301 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
329 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
10 / 15 / 12
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
16.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
108.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5488 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
75.9 inches
Length:
202.5 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5305 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
74.2 inches
Length:
189.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18