The Cadillac Escalade IQ AWD was officially introduced in August 2023. At its core, it features a 200 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 724 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 560 kW (750 hp), allowing it to sprint to 100 km/h in 5 sec 0-60 mph. Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 130000 USD.
Meanwhile, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Citroen e-C3 Aircross was announced in 2024. At its core, it features a 44 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 306 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 83 kW (113 hp), enabling an acceleration of 12.9 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 145 km/h (90 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 26000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | August 2023 | 2024 |
| Release date | September 2024 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | All-Wheel Drive 560 kW (750 hp) | Front-wheel drive 83 kW (113 hp) |
| Torque | 1064 Nm (785 lb-ft) | 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 5 sec 0-60 mph | 12.9 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | - | 145 km/h (90 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 200 kWh total | 44 kWh usable |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion NCMA (800V type) | Air-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (400V type) |
| Driving range | 724 km | 306 km |
| Consumption | - | 18.1 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | No |
| Home charging | Type 2 11.5 kW, Type 2 19.2 kW | Type 2 7 kW, 20-80% in 4 hours 10 min ---- Type 2 11 kW, 20-80% in 2 hours 50 min |
| Charging station | CCS | CCS 100 kW max, 20-80% in 26 min |
| Additional | V2H bi-directional charging | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 4/7 seats | 5 door hatchback, 5/7 seats |
| Dimensions | 5697 x 2167 x 1934 mm (224.3 x 85.3 x 76.1 in) | 4395 x 1795 x 1660 mm (173.0 x 70.7 x 65.4 in) |
| Weight | - | 1504 kg unladen, 2030 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R24 | R16, R17 |
| Trunk volume | 1958 l, 3374 l max | 330 l, 1600 l max |
| Front trunk | 345 l | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 55" touchscreen (integrated with the driver display) | 10.25" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 11" | Yes |
| Head-up display | No | Yes |
| Various | 11" features settings display, 8" rear seats features settings display | - |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated, cooled and ventilated front and rear seats with massage, heated armrests | Heated front seats |
| Roof | All-glass roof with variable light transmission, 4 individually controlled zones | No glass roof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360˚ camera, reversing camera, Remote Auto Parking | Front and rear sensors, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | Two 12.6" rear passenger displays, 5 climate zones | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, center, rear, head airbag system | 6 airbags: side airbags, front, head airbag system |
| Driving aids | LiDAR, radars, multiple cameras. Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front/Rear Pedestrian Braking, Blind Zone Steering Assist, Front Pedestrian Braking With Bicyclist Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Reverse Automatic Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert | Front/rear cameras. Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Safety Brake, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Assist, Speed sign recognition, Blind spot detection |
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Misc
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| Price | 130000 USD | 26000 USD |