2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL vs. 2025 Cadillac OPTIQ Review

Picture of the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL

2026 Cadillac
Escalade IQL

MSRP*: $130,405 to $151,205
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2025 Cadillac
OPTIQ

MSRP*: $52,895 to $55,595
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MPG - City Info not available Info not available
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 125.2 ft3 57.0 ft3
Engine
  • 750-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 300-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 750 hp 300 hp
Towing Capacity 7,300 - 7,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 228.5 in 189.8 in
Exterior Width 82.4 in 75.3 in
Leg Room Front 45.2 in
Rear 41.4 in
Front 41.6 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 43.5 in
Rear 40.6 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.7 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac Escalade IQL than in the Cadillac OPTIQ. The Cadillac Escalade IQL will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Cadillac OPTIQ.

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 IQL will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Cadillac OPTIQ, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade IQL is much wider than the Cadillac OPTIQ, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Cadillac Escalade IQL, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Cadillac OPTIQ.

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

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac Escalade IQL is clearly the choice over the Cadillac OPTIQ for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac Escalade IQL greatly out-muscles the Cadillac OPTIQ.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac Escalade IQL does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Cadillac OPTIQ.

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade IQL offers greater seating capacity than the Cadillac OPTIQ, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Cadillac Escalade IQL, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Cadillac OPTIQ.