2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ vs. 2025 Mazda CX-70 Review

Picture of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ

2025 Cadillac
Escalade IQ

MSRP*: $127,700 to $148,200
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70

2025 Mazda
CX-70

MSRP*: $40,445 to $55,950
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MPG - City Info not available 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 119.1 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 750-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 750 hp 280 - 340 hp
Towing Capacity 8,000 lbs 3,500 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 224.3 in 200.8 in
Exterior Width 82.4 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 45.2 in
Rear 41.3 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 43.5 in
Rear 39.9 in
Front 39.6 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac Escalade IQ than in the Mazda CX-70. The Cadillac Escalade IQ will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-70.

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). The Cadillac Escalade IQ will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-70, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac Escalade IQ is much wider than the Mazda CX-70, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Cadillac Escalade IQ, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda CX-70.

Handling
The Cadillac Escalade IQ has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-70, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac Escalade IQ is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-70 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac Escalade IQ greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-70.

Powertrain
The Cadillac Escalade IQ has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-70, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Cadillac Escalade IQ offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-70, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.