Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vs. Cadillac Escalade
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's and the Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Cadillac Escalade has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's and the Cadillac Escalade's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is a better car than the Cadillac Escalade.
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vs. Cadillac Escalade Pricing
A used 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class ranges from $16,998 to $36,996 while a used 2016 Cadillac Escalade is priced between $26,995 to $44,979.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the Cadillac Escalade base engine makes 420 horsepower. The GL-Class is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 686 miles. The Escalade is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 572 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac Escalade. The GL-Class uses diesel, and the Escalade uses gasoline.
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:
-
Used Asking Price:
16998 - 36996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26995 - 44979
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.508819
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac Escalade Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.111984 / 10
Reliability:
8.835953 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Cadillac Escalade Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 33Ranking
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3 out of / 25Ranking
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3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 33Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 33Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 33Ranking
12 out of / 22Ranking
13 out of / 33Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 33Ranking
26 out of / 33Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Trim Levels
AMG GL 63, GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 450 4MATIC, GL 550 4MATIC
Cadillac Escalade Trim Levels
Luxury Collection, Platinum, Premium Collection, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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:
240 hp @ 3600 rpm
Torque:
455 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 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:
8300 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
502 / 686 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Diesel
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):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 572 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
93.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.0 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:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.4 inches
Cargo Space:
15.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
94.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
72.8 inches
Length:
201.6 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5594 lbs
Width:
80.5 inches
Height:
74.4 inches
Length:
203.9 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R20