Cadillac Escalade vs Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac EscaladeEscalade SUV | Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMGML 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Escalade SUV | ML 63 AMG |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac EscaladeEscalade SUV | Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMGML 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $91,100 (best) | $98,400 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac EscaladeEscalade SUV | Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMGML 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 24 gal | 24.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac EscaladeEscalade SUV | Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMGML 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 420 hp | 518 hp (best) |
| Torque | 460 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 6.2 L (best) | 5.5 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac EscaladeEscalade SUV | Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMGML 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 121 cu ft (best) | 80.3 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,100 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | 1,570 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,860 lbs (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (best) | 114.8 in |
| Length | 211.9 in (best) | 189.1 in |
| Width | 81.1 in | 84.3 in (best) |
| Height | 76.7 in (best) | 70.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac EscaladeEscalade SUV | Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMGML 63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | Cadillac Escalade | Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Escalade SUV $91,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ML 63 AMG $98,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Escalade SUV $94,100 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Luxury $102,100 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Luxury $105,100 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Sport $102,700 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Sport $105,700 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Platinum Luxury $119,900 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Platinum Luxury $122,900 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Platinum Sport $120,400 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Platinum Sport $123,400 MSRP | — |
| 11 | V $168,000 MSRP | — |