2012 BMW X5 M vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
When we compare the 2012 BMW X5 M's and the 2012 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2012 BMW X5 M has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2012 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2012 BMW X5 M's and the 2012 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Cadillac Escalade is a better car than the 2012 BMW X5 M.
2012 BMW X5 M vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade Pricing
A used 2012 BMW X5 M ranges from $13,948 to $26,844 while a used 2012 Cadillac Escalade is priced between $10,996 to $24,993.
2012 BMW X5 M vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 BMW X5 M loses 53.1 percent of its value and the 2012 Cadillac Escalade loses 50.9 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Cadillac Escalade retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 BMW X5 M.
2012 BMW X5 M vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 M is 7.3 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 M being ranked 13 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Cadillac Escalade being ranked 7 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs.
2012 BMW X5 M vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 M is 7.6 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X5 M.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 BMW X5 M’s base engine makes 555 horsepower, and the 2012 Cadillac Escalade base engine makes 403 horsepower. The X5 M is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 383 miles. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 12 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the 2012 BMW X5 M the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 Cadillac Escalade the advantage in maximum range. The X5 M uses gasoline, and the Escalade uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 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:
13948 - 26844
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.531031
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10996 - 24993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
BMW X5 M Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X5 M Rankings
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2 out of / 68Ranking
3 out of / 61Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
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10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 61Ranking
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11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
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16 out of / 68Ranking
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20 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 61Ranking
25 out of / 68Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 54Ranking
52 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 61Ranking
57 out of / 59Cadillac Escalade Rankings
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1 out of / 33Ranking
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3 out of / 33Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
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5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
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20 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
2012 BMW X5 M Trim Levels
Base
2012 Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Platinum Edition, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
555 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
500 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 383 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
138.2 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5368 lbs
Width:
86.5 inches
Height:
69.4 inches
Length:
191 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5488 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
75.9 inches
Length:
202.5 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/40R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/65R18