Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
In comparing the Cadillac Escalade's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac Escalade's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac Escalade is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Pricing
For a new model, the Cadillac Escalade's price is between $98,283 and $124,765, with the Mercedes-Benz GLS priced between $89,409 and $161,914.
Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 Mercedes-Benz GLS loses 44.2 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLS retains 6.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac Escalade.
Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac Escalade is 8.1 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLS's quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac Escalade being ranked 7 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLS being ranked 12 out of 25. Out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs, the Cadillac Escalade is ranked 10 and the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 16. The Cadillac Escalade is also ranked 11 out of 33 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 18 out of 33.
Cadillac Escalade vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac Escalade is 8.8 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLS the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac Escalade a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Cadillac Escalade’s base engine makes 420 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Cadillac Escalade has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz GLS, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
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:
98283 - 124765
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
Pricing
New Asking Price:
89409 - 161914
Used Asking Price:
87149 - 121796
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.442109
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade Rankings
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26 out of / 33Mercedes-Benz GLS Rankings
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60 out of / 68Available 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
Mercedes-Benz GLS Trim Levels
AMG GLS 63, GLS 450, GLS 580, Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC
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:
375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1800 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet 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:
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:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
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:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
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:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.0 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:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
72.4 inches
Length:
205 inches
Wheelbase:
123.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
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 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R21