2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback vs. 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback

2024 Audi
Q8 e-tron Sportback

MSRP*: $77,800
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Picture of the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV

2024 Cadillac
Escalade ESV

MSRP*: $84,895 to $155,295
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MPG - City Info not available 11 - 14 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 16 - 19 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 54.5 ft3 142.8 ft3
Engine
  • 355-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 682-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 hp 420 - 682 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,000 - 7,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.0 in 227.0 in
Exterior Width 76.2 in 81.1 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 44.5 in
Rear 41.7 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.9 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 38.9 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac Escalade ESV than in the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Cadillac Escalade ESV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is a better financial choice over the Cadillac Escalade ESV, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback is much slimmer than the Cadillac Escalade ESV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Cadillac Escalade ESV.

Handling
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has a smaller turning radius than the Cadillac Escalade ESV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has a little less horsepower than the Cadillac Escalade ESV.

Powertrain
The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has much lower torque than the Cadillac Escalade ESV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback seats a lot fewer people than the Cadillac Escalade ESV. The Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback has significantly less cargo capacity than the Cadillac Escalade ESV.