2024 BMW iX vs. 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review

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2024 BMW
iX

MSRP*: $87,100 to $111,500
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Picture of the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV

2024 Cadillac
Escalade ESV

MSRP*: $84,895 to $155,295
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MPG - City Info not available 11 - 14 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 16 - 19 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 77.9 ft3 142.8 ft3
Engine
  • 516-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 532-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 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 516 - 532 hp 420 - 682 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,000 - 7,500 lbs
Exterior Length 195.0 in 227.0 in
Exterior Width 77.4 in 81.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.9 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
Head Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 39.5 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 ESV than in the BMW iX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Cadillac Escalade ESV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the BMW iX.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the BMW iX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Cadillac Escalade ESV.

Dimensions
Since the BMW iX is much slimmer than the Cadillac Escalade ESV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW iX, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Cadillac Escalade ESV.

Handling
The BMW iX has the same turning radius as the Cadillac Escalade ESV, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The BMW iX has a little more horsepower than the Cadillac Escalade ESV.

Powertrain
The BMW iX has much lower torque than the Cadillac Escalade ESV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the BMW iX seats a lot fewer people than the Cadillac Escalade ESV. The BMW iX has significantly less cargo capacity than the Cadillac Escalade ESV.