Audi RS Q8 vs Cadillac Escalade ESV
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS Q8performance | Cadillac Escalade ESVEscalade ESV SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | performance | Escalade ESV SUV |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS Q8performance | Cadillac Escalade ESVEscalade ESV SUV |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138,300 | $94,100 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS Q8performance | Cadillac Escalade ESVEscalade ESV SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 15 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal | 28 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS Q8performance | Cadillac Escalade ESVEscalade ESV SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 631 hp (best) | 420 hp |
| Torque | 627 lb-ft (best) | 460 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4 L | 6.2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS Q8performance | Cadillac Escalade ESVEscalade ESV SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 60 cu ft | 142.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs (best) | 7,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs | 1,600 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,434 lbs (best) | 6,038 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 134 in (best) |
| Length | 197.7 in | 227 in (best) |
| Width | 79 in | 81.1 in (best) |
| Height | 67.5 in | 76.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS Q8performance | Cadillac Escalade ESVEscalade ESV SUV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi RS Q8 | Cadillac Escalade ESV |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | performance $138,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Escalade ESV SUV $94,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Escalade ESV SUV $97,100 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Luxury $105,100 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Luxury $108,100 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Sport $105,700 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Sport $108,700 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Platinum Luxury $122,900 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Platinum Luxury $125,900 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Platinum Sport $123,400 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Platinum Sport $126,400 MSRP |
| 11 | — | V $171,000 MSRP |