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.
Looking at its competitor, the Zeekr 7GT Core RWD officially made its debut in 2025. At its core, it features a 75 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 519 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Rear-wheel drive 310 kW (421 hp), enabling an acceleration of 5.3 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 47000 USD.
| Cadillac Escalade IQ AWD Remove | Zeekr 7GT Core RWD Remove | |
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Launch
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| Announced | August 2023 | 2025 |
| Release date | September 2024 | January 2026 |
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Performance
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| Power | All-Wheel Drive 560 kW (750 hp) | Rear-wheel drive 310 kW (421 hp) |
| Torque | 1064 Nm (785 lb-ft) | 440 Nm (325 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 5 sec 0-60 mph | 5.3 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | - | 210 km/h (130 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 200 kWh total | 75 kWh total |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion NCMA (800V type) | Li-ion LFP battery (800V type) |
| Driving range | 724 km | 519 km |
| Consumption | - | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11.5 kW, Type 2 19.2 kW | Type 2 22 kW |
| Charging station | CCS | CCS 480 kW, 10-80% in 13 min |
| Additional | V2H bi-directional charging | V2L (vehicle to load) 3,3 kW |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 4/7 seats | 5 door station wagon, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 5697 x 2167 x 1934 mm (224.3 x 85.3 x 76.1 in) | 4817 x 1910 x 1456 mm (189.6 x 75.2 x 57.3 in) |
| Weight | - | 2265 kg unladen |
| Wheels size | R24 | R19, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 1958 l, 3374 l max | 456 l |
| Front trunk | 345 l | 65 l |
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Display
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| Center screen | 55" touchscreen (integrated with the driver display) | 15" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 11" | 13.02" |
| Head-up display | No | 35.5" with augmented reality |
| 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, ventilated with massage front seats |
| Roof | All-glass roof with variable light transmission, 4 individually controlled zones | All-glass roof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360˚ camera, reversing camera, Remote Auto Parking | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto | - |
| Miscellaneous | Two 12.6" rear passenger displays, 5 climate zones | 2-zone climatronic |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, center, rear, head airbag system | Front, side, rear, 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 | Driver Performance Monitor, Fatigue driving reminder, Front Cross Traffic Alert, Traffic Sign Information, Front and Rear Parking Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Parking Emergency Brake, Autonomous parking incl. FAP, Remote parking assist, Traffic light attention, Automatic preventive breaking, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Center Assist, Forward and Rear Collision Warning |
| Crash tests | - | 5 stars |
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Misc
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| Price | 130000 USD | 47000 USD |