2025 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2025 Ford Expedition Max Review

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2025 Cadillac
Escalade

MSRP*: $88,100 to $162,500
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2025 Ford
Expedition Max

MSRP*: $61,150 to $86,655
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MPG - City 11 - 14 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 16 - 19 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 120.5 ft3 123.1 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 - 682 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 7,200 - 8,100 lbs 6,300 - 9,000 lbs
Exterior Length 211.9 in 221.7 in
Exterior Width 81.1 in 80.0 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.8 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.1 in
Head Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 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
The Cadillac Escalade offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Ford Expedition Max, with comparable head- and legroom. The Cadillac Escalade offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Ford Expedition Max, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

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). The Cadillac Escalade will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Ford Expedition Max, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Cadillac Escalade is a little wider than the Ford Expedition Max, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. The Cadillac Escalade is slightly shorter than the Ford Expedition Max, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
With the Ford Expedition Max, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Cadillac Escalade. The Cadillac Escalade has a little more horsepower than the Ford Expedition Max.

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

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade offers greater seating capacity than the Ford Expedition Max, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Cadillac Escalade as you will in the Ford Expedition Max.