Mazda CX-50 vs Cadillac Escalade
Mazda CX-50
$42,900
Cadillac Escalade
$123,295
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Mazda CX-50 vs Cadillac Escalade. Mazda CX-50 offers the strongest value on price. Cadillac Escalade leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Cadillac Escalade
Best Value
Mazda CX-50
Fuel Economy
Mazda CX-50
Performance
Cadillac Escalade
Cadillac Escalade
4.9/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Mazda CX-50
$42,900
Rating: 4.7/10
Cadillac Escalade
$123,295
Rating: 4.9/10
| Specification |
Mazda CX-50 |
Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | CX-50 | Escalade |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Compact Rugged Crossover SUV | SUV |
| Current Price | $42,900 | $123,295 |
| MSRP | $42,900 | $123,295 |
| Dealer Price | $41,800 | $121,000 |
| Engine | Skyactiv-G 2.5L Turbocharged I4 | 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT |
| Horsepower | 256 hp (Premium) / 227 hp (Regular) | 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 320 lb-ft (Premium) / 310 lb-ft (Regular) | 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.5 sec (0-60 mph) | 5.9 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 127 mph | 118 mph |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium Unleaded Gasoline |
| Mileage / MPG | 25 MPG Combined (23 City / 29 Hwy) | 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | N/A |
| Emissions | SULEV30 Certified | Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) |
| Battery | N/A | 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery |
| Charging | N/A | N/A |
| Expert Rating | 4.7/10 | 4.9/10 |
| Community Reviews | 118 | 1520 |
| Performance Score | 9.0 | 9.3 |
| Comfort Score | 9.4 | 9.9 |
| Safety Score | i-Activsense with 360 View Monitor & Traffic Jam Assist | Top Safety Pick+ |
| Fuel Economy Score | 23 mpg | 7.0 |
| Technology Score | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Value Score | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Energetic 256 hp turbocharged engine with 320 lb-ft of torque and 3,500 lb towing capability; 360-degree View Monitor wi... | Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride... |
| Cons | Fuel economy (25 MPG Combined) is lower than the CX-50 Hybrid models; 6-speed automatic transmission has fewer gears tha... | 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req... |
