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Audi RS Q8 vs Cadillac Escalade IQL

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL

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Overview

SpecAudi RS Q8PerformanceCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Selected trimPerformanceLuxury
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecAudi RS Q8PerformanceCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
MSRP$139,700$130,405 (best)
Lowest listing price$66,423 (best)$134,877
Median listing price$151,423$139,019 (best)
Highest listing price$180,373$140,510 (best)
For sale now17 (best)3

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi RS Q8PerformanceCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Combined MPG16 MPG (best)—
City MPG14 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG20 MPG (best)—
Electric range—460 mi (best)
Battery capacity—205 kWh (best)
Fuel tank22.5 gal (best)—

Performance

SpecAudi RS Q8PerformanceCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Horsepower631 hp750 hp (best)
Torque627 lb-ft785 lb-ft (best)
Engine size4 L (best)—
CylindersV8—

Size & capability

SpecAudi RS Q8PerformanceCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume60 cu ft125.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)7,500 lbs
Payload1,069 lbs (best)—
Curb weight5,368 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance—6.9 in (best)
Wheelbase117.9 in136.2 in (best)
Length197.7 in228.5 in (best)
Width79 in82.4 in (best)
Height67.5 in78.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi RS Q8PerformanceCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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.

TrimAudi RS Q8Cadillac Escalade IQL
1

Performance

$139,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Luxury

$130,405 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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Sport

$130,905 MSRP

3—

Premium Luxury

$150,705 MSRP

4—

Premium Sport

$151,205 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi RS Q8 vs Cadillac Escalade IQL FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi RS Q8 vs 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL starts lower at $130,405. Live Audi RS Q8 listings start at $66,423. Live Cadillac Escalade IQL listings start at $134,877.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (130,405).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2027 Audi RS Q8 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (460).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL leads on horsepower in this comparison (750).
Which has better seats: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi RS Q8 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2027 Audi RS Q8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).