BMW XM vs Cadillac Escalade IQL
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL
Overview
| Spec | BMW XMXM Label SUV | Cadillac Escalade IQLLuxury |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XM Label SUV | Luxury |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | plug-in hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW XMXM Label SUV | Cadillac Escalade IQLLuxury |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $159,600 | $130,405 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW XMXM Label SUV | Cadillac Escalade IQLLuxury |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 12 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 17 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | 47 MPGe (best) | — |
| Electric range | 30 mi | 460 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 205 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | 2 hr (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 18.2 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW XMXM Label SUV | Cadillac Escalade IQLLuxury |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 577 hp | 750 hp (best) |
| Torque | 553 lb-ft | 785 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V8 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW XMXM Label SUV | Cadillac Escalade IQLLuxury |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 64.3 cu ft | 125.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 7,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 6,091 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in (best) | 6.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 122.2 in | 136.2 in (best) |
| Length | 201.2 in | 228.5 in (best) |
| Width | 78.9 in | 82.4 in (best) |
| Height | 69.1 in | 78.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW XMXM Label SUV | Cadillac Escalade IQLLuxury |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | BMW XM | Cadillac Escalade IQL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XM Label SUV $159,600 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 |