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Acura ZDX vs Cadillac Escalade

Comparing the 2024 Acura ZDX (from $64,500) with the 2025 Cadillac Escalade (from $127,700). The ZDX offers 313 miles of range while the Escalade offers 450 miles.

Quick Take

Acura ZDX wins on price, while Cadillac Escalade tows the most.

Acura ZDX

2024SUV

Acura ZDX

Best Value

  • Starts at $64,500
  • About $206 per mile of range
  • Up to 313 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Cadillac Escalade

2025SUV

Cadillac Escalade

Best for Towing

  • 8,000 lb towing capacity
  • 750 hp
  • 785 lb-ft of torque
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$64,500 - $73,500
$127,700 - $132,795
Range
278-313 miles
440-450 miles
Horsepower
358-499 hp
750 hp
0-60 mph
4.3-6.3 sec
4.8 sec
Battery Size
102 kWh
205 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
131 mph
124 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
8000 lbs
DC Fast Charging
42 min (10-80%)
52 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
11 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
197.7"
212.9"
Width
77"
85.3"
Height
64.4"
76.1"
Cargo Capacity
63 cu ft
119.2 cu ft

Acura ZDX vs Cadillac Escalade: Which Should You Buy?

The Acura ZDX starts at $64,500, undercutting the Cadillac Escalade ($127,700) by about $63,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Cadillac Escalade covers up to 450 miles, 137 more than the Acura ZDX's maximum of 313. At a DC fast charger, the Acura ZDX goes from 10-80% in about 42 minutes vs 52 for the Cadillac Escalade.

The Cadillac Escalade seats 7 to the Acura ZDX's 5. The Cadillac Escalade offers 119.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 63 for the Acura ZDX. The Acura ZDX is also 15 inches shorter than the Cadillac Escalade, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Acura ZDX if you want the most for your money, or the Cadillac Escalade if you tow.

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