Ford Expedition MAX vs Cadillac Escalade

Overview

Specification Ford Expedition MAX Cadillac Escalade
Brand Ford Cadillac
Model Expedition MAX Escalade
Year 2026 2026
Type
Body Style SUV SUV

Pricing

Specification Ford Expedition MAX Cadillac Escalade
Current Price $77,250 $123,295
MSRP $77,250 $123,295
Dealer Price $75,600 $121,000

Engine & Performance

Specification Ford Expedition MAX Cadillac Escalade
Engine 3.5L EcoBoost Twin-Turbocharged V6 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT
Horsepower 400 hp @ 5,200 rpm 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque 480 lb-ft @ 3,300 rpm 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm
0–60 mph 5.9 sec (0-60 mph) 5.9 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 115 mph 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Ford Expedition MAX Cadillac Escalade
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Gasoline (Premium recommended for HO version) Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 18 MPG Combined (15 City / 22 Hwy) 16 MPG Combined (14 City / 18 Hwy)
Range (EV) N/A N/A
Emissions Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30)
Battery 12V maintenance-free battery 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery
Charging N/A N/A

Ratings

Specification Ford Expedition MAX Cadillac Escalade
Expert Rating 4.8/10 4.9/10
Community Reviews 1120 1520
Performance Score 8.8 9.3
Comfort Score 9.7 9.9
Safety Score Top Safety Pick Top Safety Pick+
Fuel Economy Score 7.3 7.0
Technology Score 9.8 9.9
Value Score 9.0 9.0

Verdict

Specification Ford Expedition MAX Cadillac Escalade
Pros Immense 37.4 cu ft cargo capacity behind the 3rd row (11.8 inches longer than standard Expedition); Futuristic 24-inch p... Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride...
Cons Substantial 221.7-inch total length requires extra garage depth; 18 MPG combined fuel economy trails smaller unibody cro... 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req...