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BMW Alpina XB7 vs Cadillac Escalade IQL

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

Vehicles

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2026 BMW Alpina XB7

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2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL

Overview

SpecBMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUVCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Selected trimALPINA XB7 SUVLuxury
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)electric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typemild hybridelectric
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUVCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
MSRP$156,000$130,405 (best)
Lowest listing price$139,019 (best)
Median listing price$140,510 (best)
Highest listing price$141,912 (best)
For sale now03 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUVCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Combined MPG17 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG (best)
Electric range460 mi (best)
Battery capacity205 kWh (best)
Fuel tank21.9 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUVCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Horsepower631 hp750 hp (best)
Torque590 lb-ft785 lb-ft (best)
Engine size4.4 L (best)
CylindersV8

Size & capability

SpecBMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUVCadillac Escalade IQLLuxury
Seating7 seats7 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume90.4 cu ft125.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,500 lbs7,500 lbs
Payload1,180 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,986 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.4 in (best)6.9 in
Wheelbase122.2 in136.2 in (best)
Length203.9 in228.5 in (best)
Width78.3 in82.4 in (best)
Height70.7 in78.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW Alpina XB7ALPINA XB7 SUVCadillac 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.

TrimBMW Alpina XB7Cadillac Escalade IQL
1

ALPINA XB7 SUV

$156,000 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Luxury

$130,405 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$130,905 MSRP

3

Premium Luxury

$150,705 MSRP

4

Premium Sport

$151,205 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW Alpina XB7 vs Cadillac Escalade IQL FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 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: 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL starts lower at $130,405. Live Cadillac Escalade IQL listings start at $139,019.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (130,405).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (460).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 or 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL leads on horsepower in this comparison (750).