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Cadillac Escalade vs Lexus RZ

Comparing the 2025 Cadillac Escalade (from $127,700) with the 2025 Lexus RZ (from $43,975). The Escalade offers 450 miles of range while the RZ offers 266 miles.

Quick Take

Cadillac Escalade goes the distance, while Lexus RZ wins on price.

Cadillac Escalade

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Cadillac Escalade

Longest Range

  • Up to 450 mi EPA-rated range
  • 205 kWh battery
  • 52 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Lexus RZ

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Lexus RZ

Best Value

  • Starts at $43,975
  • About $165 per mile of range
  • Up to 266 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Price
$127,700 - $132,795
$43,975 - $58,605
Range
440-450 miles
196-266 miles
Horsepower
750 hp
201-308 hp
0-60 mph
4.8 sec
5-7.4 sec
Battery Size
205 kWh
71.4 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
FWD
Seats
7
5
Top Speed
124 mph
99 mph
Towing Capacity
8000 lbs
1500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
52 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
11 hrs (0-100%)
6.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
212.9"
189.2"
Width
85.3"
74.6"
Height
76.1"
64.4"
Cargo Capacity
119.2 cu ft
55.6 cu ft

Cadillac Escalade vs Lexus RZ: Which Should You Buy?

The Lexus RZ starts at $43,975, undercutting the Cadillac Escalade ($127,700) by about $83,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Cadillac Escalade covers up to 450 miles, 184 more than the Lexus RZ's maximum of 266. At a DC fast charger, the Lexus RZ goes from 10-80% in about 30 minutes vs 52 for the Cadillac Escalade.

The Cadillac Escalade seats 7 to the Lexus RZ's 5. The Cadillac Escalade offers 119.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 55.6 for the Lexus RZ. The Lexus RZ is also 24 inches shorter than the Cadillac Escalade, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Cadillac Escalade if you want the longest range, or the Lexus RZ if you want the most for your money.

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