Denza Z9 GT vs Denza Z9 GT vs Cadillac Escalade

Overview

Specification Denza Z9 GT Denza Z9 GT Cadillac Escalade
Brand Denza Denza Cadillac
Model Z9 GT Z9 GT Escalade
Year 2026 2026 2026
Type Ev Ev
Body Style Shooting Brake Shooting Brake SUV

Pricing

Specification Denza Z9 GT Denza Z9 GT Cadillac Escalade
Current Price $49,970 $49,970 $123,295
MSRP $49,970 $49,970 $123,295
Dealer Price $48,500 $48,500 $121,000

Engine & Performance

Specification Denza Z9 GT Denza Z9 GT Cadillac Escalade
Engine Tri-Motor Permanent Magnet Synchronous AWD Tri-Motor Permanent Magnet Synchronous AWD 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT
Horsepower 952 hp (710 kW) 952 hp (710 kW) 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque 1150 Nm 1150 Nm 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm
0–60 mph 2.7 - 3.4 sec (0-100 km/h) 2.7 - 3.4 sec (0-100 km/h) 5.9 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 240 km/h 240 km/h 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Denza Z9 GT Denza Z9 GT Cadillac Escalade
Fuel Type Electric Electric Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 18.3 kWh/100km efficiency 18.3 kWh/100km efficiency 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy)
Range (EV) 630 km - 820 km CLTC 630 km - 820 km CLTC N/A
Emissions 0 g/mi 0 g/mi Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30)
Battery 100 kWh 100 kWh 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery
Charging Ultra-fast FLASH charging (9 min full charge capability) Ultra-fast FLASH charging (9 min full charge capability) N/A

Ratings

Specification Denza Z9 GT Denza Z9 GT Cadillac Escalade
Expert Rating 4.8/10 4.8/10 4.9/10
Community Reviews 0 0 1520
Performance Score 9.8 9.8 9.3
Comfort Score 9.5 9.5 9.9
Safety Score High-Speed Blowout Stability & Low-Adhesion Stabilization High-Speed Blowout Stability & Low-Adhesion Stabilization Top Safety Pick+
Fuel Economy Score 9.2 9.2 7.0
Technology Score 9.7 9.7 9.9
Value Score 9.3 9.3 9.0

Verdict

Specification Denza Z9 GT Denza Z9 GT Cadillac Escalade
Pros Explosive tri-motor acceleration (0-100 km/h in 2.7 - 3.4 seconds); Next-generation Blade Battery 2.0 with ultra-fast ch... Explosive tri-motor acceleration (0-100 km/h in 2.7 - 3.4 seconds); Next-generation Blade Battery 2.0 with ultra-fast ch... Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride...
Cons Large footprint can feel wide in tight urban parking; High curb weight typical of high-capacity tri-motor EVs; Limited g... Large footprint can feel wide in tight urban parking; High curb weight typical of high-capacity tri-motor EVs; Limited g... 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req...