2018 BMW X5 M vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV
In comparing the 2018 BMW X5 M's and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2018 BMW X5 M has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 BMW X5 M's and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a better car than the 2018 BMW X5 M.
2018 BMW X5 M vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV Pricing
A used 2018 BMW X5 M ranges from $42,081 to $61,991 while a used 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV is priced between $32,978 to $54,994.
2018 BMW X5 M vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 BMW X5 M loses 53.1 percent of its value and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 BMW X5 M retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV.
2018 BMW X5 M vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 M is 7.3 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade ESV's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 M being ranked 13 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Cadillac Escalade ESV being ranked 8 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs.
2018 BMW X5 M vs. 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 M is 7.6 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade ESV the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade ESV an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X5 M.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 BMW X5 M’s base engine makes 567 horsepower, and the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV base engine makes 420 horsepower. The X5 M is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 426 miles. The Escalade ESV is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 713 miles. This gives the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 BMW X5 M. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV 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:
42081 - 61991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.531031
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
32978 - 54994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.538061
BMW X5 M Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.35 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade ESV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.913126 / 10
Reliability:
8.739378 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X5 M Rankings
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2 out of / 68Ranking
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53 out of / 61Ranking
57 out of / 59Cadillac Escalade ESV Rankings
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32 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 BMW X5 M Trim Levels
Base
2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Premium Luxury, Standard
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:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 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:
567 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.108 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 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):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
314 / 426 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 23 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
434 / 713 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
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
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
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:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
76.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.4 inches
Cargo Space:
39.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
120.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5260 lbs
Width:
86 inches
Height:
67.6 inches
Length:
192.7 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5831 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74 inches
Length:
224.3 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
285/35R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R20