BMW BMW i7 xDrive60 vs Cadillac Escalade IQ: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: BMW BMW i7 xDrive60 vs Cadillac Escalade IQ. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
BMW BMW i7 xDrive60 wins this head-to-head
It wins 5 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 2 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Escalade IQ |
|---|---|---|
| Range Escalade IQ wins | 625 km | 740 km |
| Battery Escalade IQ wins | 101.7 kWh | 205 kWh |
| Efficiency BMW i7 xDrive60 wins | 16.3 kWh/100km | 27 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h BMW i7 xDrive60 wins | 4.5 s | 4.7 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% BMW i7 xDrive60 wins | ~34 min | ~50 min |
| Seats Escalade IQ wins | 5 | 7 |
| Price BMW i7 xDrive60 wins | $105,700 | $130,000 |
| Rating BMW i7 xDrive60 wins | 4.7 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $367/yr | $608/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | BMW i7 xDrive60 | Escalade IQ |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 101.7 kWh usable | 205 kWh |
| Range | 311 miles (EPA) / 625 km (WLTP) | 460 mi (EPA est.) |
| DC Fast Charging | 195 kW peak, 10-80% in 34 min | — |
| Motor | Dual motor AWD | — |
| Power | 536 hp / 400 kW | AWD · 750 hp |
| Torque | 549 lb-ft / 745 Nm | — |
| 0-60 mph | 4.5 seconds | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 149 mph / 240 km/h | — |
| Cargo | 17.7 cu ft / 501 liters | 119 cu ft |
| Curb Weight | 5,917 lbs / 2,684 kg | — |
| Towing | Not rated | — |
| Warranty | 8 years / 100,000 miles battery, 4 years / 50,000 miles vehicle | — |
| Top speed | — | 120 mph |
| Charging (10-80%) | — | ~50 min (350kW) |
| Drive | — | Dual motor AWD |
| Efficiency | — | 2.3 mi/kWh |
| Seats | — | 7 |
BMW BMW i7 xDrive60
Pros
- 31.3-inch 8K theater screen offers an unmatched rear-seat entertainment experience
- 536 hp dual-motor AWD delivers effortless 4.5-second 0-60 mph acceleration
- Generous 42.8 inches of rear legroom beats the Mercedes EQS sedan by 5.7 inches
- Ultra-quiet cabin registering just 56.2 dB at 70 mph cruise
- Standard 3.5-degree rear-axle steering reduces turning circle to 41.3 feet
Cons
- 5,917-pound curb weight hurts agility compared to lighter luxury rivals
- 311-mile maximum EPA range falls 201 miles short of the Lucid Air Grand Touring
- Trunk capacity is limited to 17.7 cu ft with 0 cu ft of front trunk space
- Optional 21-inch wheels degrade EPA range by 20 miles down to 291 miles
Cadillac Escalade IQ
Pros
- Enormous range
- Stunning 55-inch display
- 7 seats
- True luxury
Cons
- Very expensive
- Huge
- Slow to charge 205 kWh
- Not efficient
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW BMW i7 xDrive60 really better than Cadillac Escalade IQ?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, BMW BMW i7 xDrive60 or Cadillac Escalade IQ?
625 km vs 740 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $367/yr for the BMW BMW i7 xDrive60 and $608/yr for the Cadillac Escalade IQ.
Should I compare more models?
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