INFINITI QX80 vs Cadillac Escalade ESV
Overview | |
Years produced2003-Present | Years produced2014-Present |
MSRP$79,195 | MSRP$82,450 |
Listings3912 | Listings5233 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe Cadillac Escalade isn't just a luxury family hauler. It's one of the most high-tech SUVs you can buy today. In its Escalade ESV format, the model offers buyers more cargo room but keeps passenger space nearly the same. Though it's longer and heavier, the Escalade ESV has a secret: it's actually better to drive than its little brother. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2025 Infiniti QX80 is the Nissan luxury brand’s de facto flagship. It’s a full-size SUV that competes with the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Land Rover Range Rover, Lexus LX, Lincoln Navigator, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. The QX80 benefits from a redesign for 2025 with new styling, a new powertrain, and updated tech features. Verdict: The QX80 emphasizes interior space and tech gadgets over driving dynamics. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine3.5L 450 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower450 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway20 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name3.5L 450 hp V6 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque516 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower450 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway20 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space41.5 cu ft | Cargo Space22.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight5785 lbs | Curb Weight5816 lbs |
Height76.4 in | Height76.9 in |
Length227.0 in | Length211.2 in |
Width81.1 in | Width92.5 in |
Wheelbase134.1 in | Wheelbase121.1 in |
Maximum Payload1636 lbs | Maximum Payload1455 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity8500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity7600 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity8500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-Present | 2014-Present |
MSRP | $79,195 | $82,450 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Cadillac Escalade isn't just a luxury family hauler. It's one of the most high-tech SUVs you can buy today. In its Escalade ESV format, the model offers buyers more cargo room but keeps passenger space nearly the same. Though it's longer and heavier, the Escalade ESV has a secret: it's actually better to drive than its little brother. | The 2025 Infiniti QX80 is the Nissan luxury brand’s de facto flagship. It’s a full-size SUV that competes with the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Land Rover Range Rover, Lexus LX, Lincoln Navigator, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. The QX80 benefits from a redesign for 2025 with new styling, a new powertrain, and updated tech features. Verdict: The QX80 emphasizes interior space and tech gadgets over driving dynamics. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.5L 450 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 450 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 20 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 3.5L 450 hp V6 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 516 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 450 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 20 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 41.5 cu ft | 22.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5785 lbs | 5816 lbs |
Height | 76.4 in | 76.9 in |
Length | 227.0 in | 211.2 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 92.5 in |
Wheelbase | 134.1 in | 121.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1636 lbs | 1455 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | 8500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 7600 lbs | 8500 lbs |
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