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Cadillac Escalade vs Kia EV3

Comparing the 2025 Cadillac Escalade (from $127,700) with the 2027 Kia EV3. The Escalade offers 450 miles of range while the EV3 offers 320 miles.

Quick Take

Cadillac Escalade hauls the most gear, while Kia EV3 charges fastest.

Cadillac Escalade

2025SUV

Cadillac Escalade

Most Cargo Space

  • 119.2 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 7
  • 212.9" long
Kia EV3

2027SUV

Kia EV3
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Fastest Charger

  • 31 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 135 kW peak charging speed
  • NACS charging port
  • Up to 320 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$127,700 - $132,795
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Range
440-450 miles
220-320 miles
Horsepower
750 hp
201-288 hp
0-60 mph
4.8 sec
7.5-7.7 sec
Battery Size
205 kWh
58.3-81.4 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Seats
7
5
Top Speed
124 mph
106 mph
Towing Capacity
8000 lbs
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
52 min (10-80%)
31 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
11 hrs (0-100%)
Unknown
Length
212.9"
169.3"
Width
85.3"
72.8"
Height
76.1"
61.4"
Cargo Capacity
119.2 cu ft
26.1 cu ft

Cadillac Escalade vs Kia EV3: Which Should You Buy?

In its longest-range configuration the Cadillac Escalade covers up to 450 miles, 130 more than the Kia EV3's maximum of 320. At a DC fast charger, the Kia EV3 goes from 10-80% in about 31 minutes vs 52 for the Cadillac Escalade.

The Cadillac Escalade seats 7 to the Kia EV3's 5. The Cadillac Escalade offers 119.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 26.1 for the Kia EV3. The Kia EV3 is also 44 inches shorter than the Cadillac Escalade, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Cadillac Escalade if cargo space is king, or the Kia EV3 if you want the shortest charging stops.

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