Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
When comparing the Cadillac Escalade to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, the Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, interior volume and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the area of overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac Escalade versus the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, the Cadillac Escalade is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Cadillac Escalade versus Mercedes-Benz G-Class Pricing
For a new model, the Cadillac Escalade's price is between $90,273 and $123,308, with the Mercedes-Benz G-Class priced between $152,922 and $198,415.
Cadillac Escalade versus Mercedes-Benz G-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac Escalade is 8.3 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz G-Class' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac Escalade being ranked 6 out of 18 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 5 out of 18.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Cadillac Escalade’s base engine makes 420 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz G-Class base engine makes 416 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Cadillac Escalade has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of rear head room trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Cadillac Escalade has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity and payload capacity, while the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Cadillac Escalade has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$90,273 - $123,308
Used Asking Price:
$94,976 - $140,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$152,922 - $198,415
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.1%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows
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2 out of / 25Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
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2 out of / 18Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value
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4 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
9 out of / 25Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
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10 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 8Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
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8 out of / 18Summary Review
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Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Luxury, Premium Luxury, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport, Sport Platinum
Trim Levels
AMG G 63, AMG G 63 4x4 Squared, G 550
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 / 50000 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):
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:
416 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
450 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 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:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
38.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
143.4 cubic feet
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:
5589 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
77.5 inches
Length:
189.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome alloy
Tire Size:
P275/50R22
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/55R19
