Audi Q3 vs Cadillac Escalade

Overview

Specification Audi Q3 Cadillac Escalade
Brand Audi Cadillac
Model Q3 Escalade
Year 2026 2026
Type
Body Style SUV SUV

Pricing

Specification Audi Q3 Cadillac Escalade
Current Price $43,700 $123,295
MSRP $43,700 $123,295
Dealer Price $42,300 $121,000

Engine & Performance

Specification Audi Q3 Cadillac Escalade
Engine 2.0L TFSI Turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT
Horsepower 255 hp @ 5,250-6,500 rpm 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque 273 lb-ft @ 1,650-4,500 rpm 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm
0–60 mph 5.5 sec (0-60 mph) 5.9 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 130 mph (electronically limited) 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Audi Q3 Cadillac Escalade
Fuel Type Regular / Premium Unleaded Gasoline Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 25 MPGe combined (22 City / 29 Hwy) 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy)
Range (EV) 410 miles total highway tank range N/A
Emissions 320 g/mi CO2 Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30)
Battery 12V starter battery 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery
Charging N/A N/A

Ratings

Specification Audi Q3 Cadillac Escalade
Expert Rating 4.6/10 4.9/10
Community Reviews 920 1520
Performance Score 8.9 9.3
Comfort Score 8.8 9.9
Safety Score Audi Pre Sense Safety Suite Top Safety Pick+
Fuel Economy Score 8.6 7.0
Technology Score 9.6 9.9
Value Score 8.9 9.0

Verdict

Specification Audi Q3 Cadillac Escalade
Pros Standard 255 hp 2.0L TFSI Turbo engine provides best-in-class acceleration (0-60 mph in 5.5s); Standard quattro All-Whee... Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride...
Cons Max towing capability remains light-duty at 1,500 lbs; Rear cargo space behind second row is slightly smaller than the B... 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req...