Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade (2025)

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Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade (2025)

Posted on January 18, 2025

The 2025 Lexus GX 550 delivers elevated adventure with its off-roading capabilities and luxurious features. With a powerful twin-turbocharged 3.4L V6 engine and a towing capacity of up to 9,096 lbs, this SUV is built for the wild at heart!

You can tailor your vehicle to your needs and lifestyle with six available grades, including the adventurous Overtrail and Overtrail+. Want to stand out from the rest? Choose from eleven exterior colour options, including two-tone colourways like Earth with Black Roof.

This three-row SUV can seat up to seven passengers and has a maximum cargo capacity of 2,178 L. That could fit up to a whopping 4,356 single-use 0.5L water bottles - meaning a lot of space for sports gear, weekend bags, and groceries for your next journey. If all seats remain upright, you can still fit up to 292 L of cargo in the trunk.

To determine if the Lexus GX 550 is right for you and your family, keep reading. We’ll compare this luxury SUV to a competitor, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade. This large luxury SUV can also fit seven passengers and has some great features.

Hop on in!

 

 

Compare Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade: Grades

When choosing a vehicle, we know you want the best. So why not tailor the Lexus GX 550 to your needs with six available grades and additional features? You can find the available trims and upgrade packages for both SUVs below.

2025 Lexus GX 550 Grades

• Standard
• Premium
• Overtrail
• Luxury
• Overtrail+
• Executive

2025 Cadillac Escalade Gas Models

• Luxury
• Premium Luxury
• Premium Luxury Platinum
• Sport
• Sport Platinum
• V-Series

Escalade IQ Electric Models

• Luxury 1
• Sport 1
• Luxury 2
• Sport 2

 

 

Although the Lexus GX has no electric or hybrid models in Canada yet, it may soon be on the horizon! A GX Hybrid was announced for the US market in late 2024. If you’re looking for a large Lexus hybrid SUV right now, check out the Lexus LX or Lexus TX. 

Read: Lexus 3-Row SUV: Should You Choose the TX, GX or LX?

Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade: Starting Price

As luxury vehicles, the Lexus GX 550 and Cadillac Escalade have higher starting prices than typical SUVs. From interior fabrics and speaker systems to advanced infotainment screens and driving features, you can tell the difference.

Lexus GX 550 starting prices: $89,350 - $113,103 MSRP*

Cadillac Escalade starting prices: $125,840 - $233,016 MSRP

Cadillac Escalade IQ (electric) starting prices: $163,233 - $183,333 MSRP

*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price

 

 

Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade: Performance

To ensure a fair comparison between these two vehicles, we’ll look at the base models for the Lexus GX 550 and Cadillac Escalade.

2025 Lexus GX 550 

Engine: 3.4 Litre Twin Turbo V6 engine

Transmission: 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission

Power: 349

Drivetrain: Full-Time 4WD

Towing capacity: 9,063 lbs

Fuel efficiency: 15.3/11.2 L/100km (city/highway)

Fuel tank: 79 L

 

 

Read: 2024 Lexus GX Updates: Everything You Need To Know

2025 Cadillac Escalade

Engine: 6.2L V8 engine

Transmission: 10-speed Automatic Transmission

Power: 420 horsepower

Drivetrain: Four-Wheel Drive*

Towing capacity: 8,100 lbs

Fuel efficiency: 16.6/13.0 L/100 km (city/highway)

Fuel tank: 91 L

*All-wheel drive is available in more expensive trim levels like the Escalade-V Series.

 

 

Both luxury SUVs have similar transmissions with 4WD capabilities and 10-speed automatic transmissions. However, the GX has better fuel efficiency than the Escalade with a rating of 15.3/11.2 L/100km compared to 16.6/13.0 L/100km. The Lexus GX also blows the competition out of the water with its towing capacity of 9,063 lbs compared to 8,100 lbs. 

If you need to haul a boat or RV on a summer getaway, the GX is your SUV of choice.

Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade: Dimensions

2025 Lexus GX 550

Seating: 7

Length: 5,005mm

Width: 1,979mm

Height: 1,921mm

Cargo capacity behind 3rd row: 292 L

Behind 2nd row: 1,138 L

Behind front seats: 2,178 L

Gross vehicle weight: 7,032.7 lbs

 

 

2025 Cadillac Escalade

Seating: 7

Length: 5,383mm

Width: 2,059mm

Height: 1,948mm

Cargo capacity behind 3rd row: 722 L

Behind 2nd row: 2,064 L

Behind front seats:  3,412 L

Gross vehicle weight: 7,600 lbs

 

 

The Cadillac Escalade is a bigger and heavier vehicle and has more cargo capacity than the GX. However, that also contributes to its higher gas usage and worse fuel economy between the two vehicles. Both luxury SUVs can seat up to seven passengers comfortably with three rows of seating!

Lexus GX 550 Overtrail models have 2-row seating instead of 3-row, which allows for a lot more cargo space. In fact, the cargo capacity increases to 1,291 L behind the rear seats and an astounding 2,563 L with the seats down! 

Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade: Technology

This is where luxury makes all the difference. From heated seats to interior fabrics and infotainment options, here are some of the latest vehicle technologies.

2025 Lexus GX 550

 

 

Convenience

• Smart Key w/Push Button Start (2 Doors + Back Door)
• Digital Key (2 Doors + Back Door)
• Power Rear Door
• Power Back Door with Kick Sensor
• Garage Door Opener
• Wireless Charger
• Rear Camera Washer
• Power Folding Third Row Seats (50/50)
• Standard Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
• Heated Rear Seats available
• Heated Side Mirrors
• 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control
• Front and Rear Height Adjustable Seatbelts

 

Infotainment and Tech

• Lexus Interface with 14” HD Touchscreen Display
• 12.3-in. Colour TFT Multi-Information Display
• Lexus Assistant
• Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatability
• Wireless Android Auto Compatability
• SiriusXM Audio and Bluetooth Capability
• 10 Speakers
• 21 Speaker Mark Levinson Premium Audio System available
• Six USB-C ports
• Thematic Ambient Illumination – 64 colours
• Digital Display Rear View Mirror available
• Panoramic View Monitor and Head-Up Display available

 

Safety

• Lexus Safety System 3.0+
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Curve Speed Management
• Risk Avoidance Emergency Steer Assist
• Backup Camera with Back Guide Monitor

 

Now, let's compare the tech features of the Escalade.

2025 Cadillac Escalade

 

 

Convenience

• Heated driver and front passenger seats
• Heated second-row outboard seats
• Keyless Open
• Remote Start
• Heated steering wheel
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• Illuminated front and rear door sill plates
• Power assist open and close doors
• Front height-adjustable seatbelts

 

Infotainment

• AKG™ Studio 19-speaker system audio system
• Bluetooth + Augmented Reality
• Infotainment experience with 55" diagonal HD curved front display
• Wi-Fi® hotspot capable
• Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto capability for compatible phones
• SiriusXM® capability with 3-year subscription
• Google built-in connectivity
• 3-Year trial of Super Cruise, hands-free driver assistance capability

 

Safety

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• OnStar® services capable
• StabiliTrak, an electronic stability control system with traction control

 

Compare Lexus GX 550 vs Cadillac Escalade

Both vehicles have excellent technology and driver features. But what does the base model Lexus GX have that the Cadillac Escalade doesn’t? 

You can enjoy up to 21 speakers instead of 19, a digital display video rearview mirror, height adjustable seatbelts in the front and rear (not just the front) and an Evasion Assist System to help you avoid risks on the road.

The Escalade has seven exterior colours to choose from, with only Black Raven as a standard base colour (all others range from $900 - $1,395 extra). However, the GX 500 has eleven exterior colours to choose from, including two-tone colourway options. 

Choose from great options like Incognito with Black Roof, Nori Green Pearl, and Nightfall Mica! Only two colourways require an upcharge: the popular Earth with Black Roof colourway, and Eminent White Pearl for $600. 

Oh, and don’t forget the massive difference in towing capabilities too. The GX 550 can tow up to 9,063 lbs, which is a thousand pounds more than the Escalade.

 

 

Invest in a Luxury SUV Today

Our team at Lexus South Pointe is ready to help you step into your dream vehicle. From convenient safety technology to dreamy interiors, experience luxury like never before with a Lexus. Explore our online showroom or chat with our team to discover your SUV options.

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