2021 BMW X5 vs. 2021 Cadillac Escalade
When we compare the 2021 BMW X5's and the 2021 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2021 BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2021 Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 BMW X5's and the 2021 Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade is a better car than the 2021 BMW X5.
2021 BMW X5 vs. 2021 Cadillac Escalade Pricing
A used 2021 BMW X5 ranges from $43,522 to $68,500 while a used 2021 Cadillac Escalade is priced between $74,951 to $99,996.
2021 BMW X5 vs. 2021 Cadillac Escalade Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value and the 2021 Cadillac Escalade loses 50.9 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Cadillac Escalade retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 BMW X5.
2021 BMW X5 vs. 2021 Cadillac Escalade Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the Cadillac Escalade's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 being ranked 14 out of 33 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows and the Cadillac Escalade being ranked 11 out of 33.
2021 BMW X5 vs. 2021 Cadillac Escalade Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 is 8.4 out of 10. For the Cadillac Escalade the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 BMW X5’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the 2021 Cadillac Escalade base engine makes 420 horsepower. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 569 miles. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. This gives the 2021 BMW X5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Cadillac Escalade. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 BMW X5 and the 2021 Cadillac Escalade have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
43522 - 68500
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537963
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
74951 - 99996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.784918 / 10
Reliability:
8.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X5 Rankings
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2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
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6 out of / 68Ranking
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6 out of / 61Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
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8 out of / 61Ranking
8 out of / 61Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
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9 out of / 25Ranking
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10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 33Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
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14 out of / 33Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
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19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
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22 out of / 33Ranking
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55 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Cadillac Escalade Rankings
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1 out of / 33Ranking
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3 out of / 33Ranking
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6 out of / 33Ranking
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7 out of / 25Ranking
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11 out of / 33Ranking
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20 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2021 BMW X5 Trim Levels
M50i xDrive, sDrive40i, xDrive40i
2021 Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Luxury, Premium Luxury, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport, Sport Platinum
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
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:
335 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 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):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7700 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 569 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 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.6 inches
Cargo Space:
25.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
121 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4828 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5635 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
76.7 inches
Length:
211.9 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/50R22