Dodge Challenger vs Cadillac Escalade
Dodge Challenger
$82,795
Cadillac Escalade
$123,295
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Dodge Challenger vs Cadillac Escalade. Dodge Challenger offers the strongest value on price. Cadillac Escalade leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Cadillac Escalade
Best Value
Dodge Challenger
Fuel Economy
Dodge Challenger
Performance
Dodge Challenger
Cadillac Escalade
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Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Dodge Challenger
$82,795
Rating: 4.8/10
Cadillac Escalade
$123,295
Rating: 4.9/10
| Specification |
Dodge Challenger |
Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Challenger | Escalade |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | — |
| Body Style | Coupe | SUV |
| Current Price | $82,795 | $123,295 |
| MSRP | $82,795 | $123,295 |
| Dealer Price | $81,000 | $121,000 |
| Engine | 6.2L Supercharged HEMI V8 High-Output | 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT |
| Horsepower | 797 hp @ 6,300 rpm | 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 707 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm | 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.6 sec (0-60 mph) | 5.9 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 203 mph | 118 mph |
| Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Premium Unleaded Gasoline |
| Mileage / MPG | 16 MPG Combined (13 City / 22 Hwy) | 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy) |
| Range (EV) | N/A | N/A |
| Emissions | Federal Tier 3 / LEV III | Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) |
| Battery | 12V maintenance-free battery | 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery |
| Charging | N/A | N/A |
| Expert Rating | 4.8/10 | 4.9/10 |
| Community Reviews | 1280 | 1520 |
| Performance Score | 9.9 | 9.3 |
| Comfort Score | 8.5 | 9.9 |
| Safety Score | Good | Top Safety Pick+ |
| Fuel Economy Score | 6.5 | 7.0 |
| Technology Score | 9.0 | 9.9 |
| Value Score | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Massive 797 hp / 707 lb-ft supercharged high-output V8 engine; Innovative SRT Power Chiller and Race Cooldown technology... | Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride... |
| Cons | Rear-wheel-drive setup requires careful throttle management in rain; Low city fuel economy at 13 MPG; Heavier curb weigh... | 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req... |
