Cadillac Escalade vs. BMW X7
When we compare the Cadillac Escalade's and the BMW X7's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The BMW X7 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac Escalade's and the BMW X7's specifications and ratings, the BMW X7 is a better car than the Cadillac Escalade.
Cadillac Escalade vs. BMW X7 Pricing
A used 2023 Cadillac Escalade ranges from $92,969 to $131,530 while a used 2023 BMW X7 is priced between $79,993 to $115,986. For a new model, the Cadillac Escalade's price is between $93,034 and $124,354, with the BMW X7 priced between $82,878 and $118,968.
Cadillac Escalade vs. BMW X7 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Cadillac Escalade loses 50.9 percent of its value and the BMW X7 loses 51.6 percent of its value. This means the Cadillac Escalade retains 0.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Cadillac Escalade’s base engine makes 420 horsepower, and the BMW X7 base engine makes 375 horsepower. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles. The X7 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 548 miles. This gives the BMW X7 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac Escalade. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Cadillac Escalade has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$93,034 - $124,354
Used Asking Price:
$92,969 - $131,530
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$82,878 - $118,968
Used Asking Price:
$79,993 - $115,986
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.6%
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X7 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade Rankings
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11 out of / 32Ranking
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13 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 32BMW X7 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
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9 out of / 22Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
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19 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Luxury, Premium Luxury, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport, Sport Platinum
BMW X7 Trim Levels
ALPINA XB7, M60i, xDrive40i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 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 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 548 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
193.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
90.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5635 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
76.7 inches
Length:
211.9 inches
Wheelbase:
121 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5417 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
72.2 inches
Length:
203.6 inches
Wheelbase:
122.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/50R22
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
285/45R21
