Cadillac Escalade vs Kia EV9

Overview

Specification Cadillac Escalade Kia EV9
Brand Cadillac Kia
Model Escalade EV9
Year 2026 2026
Type Ev
Body Style SUV SUV

Pricing

Specification Cadillac Escalade Kia EV9
Current Price $123,295 $71,900
MSRP $123,295 $71,900
Dealer Price $121,000 $70,200

Engine & Performance

Specification Cadillac Escalade Kia EV9
Engine 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motors
Horsepower 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm 379 hp
Torque 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm 516 lb-ft (with Boost Mode)
0–60 mph 5.9 sec (0-60 mph) 4.5 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 118 mph 124 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Cadillac Escalade Kia EV9
Fuel Type Premium Unleaded Gasoline Electric (EV)
Mileage / MPG 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy) 82 MPGe Combined / 280 miles Range
Range (EV) N/A 280 miles EPA
Emissions Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) 0 g/mi (Zero Emissions)
Battery 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery 99.8 kWh Lithium-ion
Charging N/A 800V DC Fast Charge (10-80% in 24 min @ 350 kW)

Ratings

Specification Cadillac Escalade Kia EV9
Expert Rating 4.9/10 4.9/10
Community Reviews 1520 1240
Performance Score 9.3 9.3
Comfort Score 9.9 9.6
Safety Score Top Safety Pick+ Top Safety Pick+
Fuel Economy Score 7.0 9.4
Technology Score 9.9 9.7
Value Score 9.0 9.2

Verdict

Specification Cadillac Escalade Kia EV9
Pros Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride... Brisk 4.5-second 0-60 mph acceleration with 516 lb-ft Boost Mode torque; Ultra-fast 800V charging system (10-80% in 24 m...
Cons 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req... Heavy curb weight at 5,851 lbs; Range of 280 miles is slightly lower than non-AWD or smaller-wheeled trims; At $71,900 M...