2024 BMW X7 vs. 2024 Cadillac Escalade Review

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2024 BMW
X7

MSRP*: $81,900 to $108,700
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2024 Cadillac
Escalade

MSRP*: $81,895 to $152,295
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MPG - City 16 - 21 MPG 11 - 14 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 25 MPG 16 - 19 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 90.4 ft3 121.0 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 420 - 682 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,000 - 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 203.6 in 211.9 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 81.1 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
Head Room Front 41.9 in
Rear 39.9 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac Escalade than in the BMW X7, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Cadillac Escalade will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the BMW X7.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the BMW X7, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Cadillac Escalade.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the BMW X7 is a better financial choice over the Cadillac Escalade, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X7 is much slimmer than the Cadillac Escalade, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The BMW X7 is slightly shorter than the Cadillac Escalade, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X7 has a larger turning radius than the Cadillac Escalade, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW X7 has a little less horsepower than the Cadillac Escalade.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW X7 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Cadillac Escalade.

Utility
The BMW X7 has less seating than the Cadillac Escalade, making the Cadillac Escalade the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X7 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Cadillac Escalade.