Jeep Gladiator vs Cadillac Escalade

Overview

Specification Jeep Gladiator Cadillac Escalade
Brand Jeep Cadillac
Model Gladiator Escalade
Year 2026 2026
Type Gasoline
Body Style Pickup Truck SUV

Pricing

Specification Jeep Gladiator Cadillac Escalade
Current Price $53,215 $123,295
MSRP $53,215 $123,295
Dealer Price $51,900 $121,000

Engine & Performance

Specification Jeep Gladiator Cadillac Escalade
Engine 3.6L Pentastar 24-Valve DOHC V6 with Engine Stop/Start 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management & VVT
Horsepower 285 hp @ 6,400 rpm 420 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque 260 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm 460 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm
0–60 mph 8.1 sec (0-60 mph) 5.9 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 98 mph (governor limited for off-road tires) 118 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Jeep Gladiator Cadillac Escalade
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Gasoline Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Mileage / MPG 19 MPG Combined (17 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 auxiliary battery setup 12V heavy-duty maintenance-free battery
Charging N/A N/A

Ratings

Specification Jeep Gladiator Cadillac Escalade
Expert Rating 4.7/10 4.9/10
Community Reviews 980 1520
Performance Score 8.3 9.3
Comfort Score 8.1 9.9
Safety Score Good Top Safety Pick+
Fuel Economy Score 7.5 7.0
Technology Score 9.2 9.9
Value Score 8.9 9.0

Verdict

Specification Jeep Gladiator Cadillac Escalade
Pros Unmatched off-road articulation with electronic front sway-bar disconnect and Rock-Trac 4:1 low gear; Standard Tru-Lok f... Showstopping pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved HD display across the entire dashboard; Unmatched ride quality via Air Ride...
Cons Solid front axle layout results in a firmer, vaguer highway steering feel than independent suspension rivals; Wind and r... 16 MPG combined fuel economy requires premium gasoline; High price tag exceeding $123,000 MSRP; Large body footprint req...