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Cadillac Escalade vs Volkswagen ID.4

Comparing the 2025 Cadillac Escalade (from $127,700) with the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 (from $45,095). The Escalade offers 450 miles of range while the ID.4 offers 291 miles.

Quick Take

Cadillac Escalade tows the most, while Volkswagen ID.4 wins on price.

Cadillac Escalade

2025SUV

Cadillac Escalade

Best for Towing

  • 8,000 lb towing capacity
  • 750 hp
  • 785 lb-ft of torque
  • AWD drivetrain
Volkswagen ID.4

2025SUV

Volkswagen ID.4

Best Value

  • Starts at $45,095
  • About $155 per mile of range
  • Up to 291 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Price
$127,700 - $132,795
$45,095 - $48,995
Range
440-450 miles
263-291 miles
Horsepower
750 hp
282-335 hp
0-60 mph
4.8 sec
4.8-5.9 sec
Battery Size
205 kWh
77 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Seats
7
5
Top Speed
124 mph
100 mph
Towing Capacity
8000 lbs
2200-2700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
52 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
11 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
212.9"
180.5"
Width
85.3"
72.9"
Height
76.1"
64.6"
Cargo Capacity
119.2 cu ft
64.2 cu ft

Cadillac Escalade vs Volkswagen ID.4: Which Should You Buy?

The Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $45,095, undercutting the Cadillac Escalade ($127,700) by about $82,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Cadillac Escalade covers up to 450 miles, 159 more than the Volkswagen ID.4's maximum of 291. At a DC fast charger, the Volkswagen ID.4 goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 52 for the Cadillac Escalade.

The Cadillac Escalade seats 7 to the Volkswagen ID.4's 5. The Cadillac Escalade offers 119.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 64.2 for the Volkswagen ID.4. The Volkswagen ID.4 is also 32 inches shorter than the Cadillac Escalade, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Cadillac Escalade if you tow, or the Volkswagen ID.4 if you want the most for your money.

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