Cadillac Escalade vs Maybach 57
Overview | |
Years produced1999-2000 | Years produced2004-2012 |
MSRP$91,100 | MSRP$376,300 |
Listings645 | Listings3 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe standard-wheelbase Escalade seats up to eight passengers across three rows, rides on a body-on-frame platform shared with the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and is powered exclusively by a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8. For 2026, the Escalade lineup receives a new base trim and some revised naming (Premium Luxury Platinum becomes Platinum Luxury, Sport Platinum is now Platinum Sport). The mechanicals carry over unchanged from the thoroughly refreshed 2025-model-year version. It competes with the Lincoln Navigator, the BMW X7, the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, the Infiniti QX80, and the Lexus LX. Verdict: The 2026 Cadillac Escalade remains the default choice in full-size American luxury SUVs with good reason. Its platform limitations are real, but a well-optioned example is genuinely difficult to fault on comfort, technology, or presence. Buyers should budget accordingly for fuel. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine5.5L 543 hp V12 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower543 hp @ 5250 rpm |
MPG City15 | MPG City10 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway16 |
Engine | |
Engine Name6.2L 420 hp V8 | Engine Name5.5L 543 hp V12 |
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque664 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm |
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower543 hp @ 5250 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City15 | MPG City10 |
MPG Highway19 | MPG Highway16 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity4 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.5 cu ft | Cargo Space21.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight5860 lbs | Curb Weight6030 lbs |
Height76.7 in | Height61.9 in |
Length211.9 in | Length225.3 in |
Width81.1 in | Width78.0 in |
Wheelbase120.9 in | Wheelbase133.5 in |
Maximum Payload1570 lbs | Maximum Payload1157 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1999-2000 | 2004-2012 |
MSRP | $91,100 | $376,300 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The standard-wheelbase Escalade seats up to eight passengers across three rows, rides on a body-on-frame platform shared with the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and is powered exclusively by a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8. For 2026, the Escalade lineup receives a new base trim and some revised naming (Premium Luxury Platinum becomes Platinum Luxury, Sport Platinum is now Platinum Sport). The mechanicals carry over unchanged from the thoroughly refreshed 2025-model-year version. It competes with the Lincoln Navigator, the BMW X7, the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, the Infiniti QX80, and the Lexus LX. Verdict: The 2026 Cadillac Escalade remains the default choice in full-size American luxury SUVs with good reason. Its platform limitations are real, but a well-optioned example is genuinely difficult to fault on comfort, technology, or presence. Buyers should budget accordingly for fuel. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 5.5L 543 hp V12 |
Drive Train | RWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 4 |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 543 hp @ 5250 rpm |
MPG City | 15 | 10 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 16 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 6.2L 420 hp V8 | 5.5L 543 hp V12 |
Torque | 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 664 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm |
Horsepower | 420 hp @ 5600 rpm | 543 hp @ 5250 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 15 | 10 |
MPG Highway | 19 | 16 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 4 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.5 cu ft | 21.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5860 lbs | 6030 lbs |
Height | 76.7 in | 61.9 in |
Length | 211.9 in | 225.3 in |
Width | 81.1 in | 78.0 in |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in | 133.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1570 lbs | 1157 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8100 lbs | |
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