INFINITI QX80 vs. Cadillac Escalade
If you’re in the market for a 3-row SUV around Apex, Raleigh, or Cary, NC, you’ll surely be looking for an option with tons of space and unparalleled power. If you have your eye on a luxury SUV, the interior amenities might also be top of mind.
Two luxury-level SUVs that will check all your boxes are the 2023 INFINITI QX80 and the Cadillac Escalade. The question is: Is one better than the other? Which is the right fit for you? Our team at Crossroads INFINITI of Apex is here to find out!
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One reason to drive an SUV is their size. After all, whether carpooling to work, dropping the kids at activities, or heading out on a road trip, you’ll want to be able to accommodate your entire crew.
These SUVs both come with three rows of seating, so they can easily fit your friends and family. Go ahead, invite the whole team! When equipped with the available Split Bench Seat Package, the INFINITI QX80 boasts seating for up to eight. The Cadillac Escalade is maxed out at seven seats.
These luxury SUVs are all about comfort. They come packed with premium amenities that will elevate every drive around town. You could enjoy the following options in both models:
- Leather-appointed seating
- Power-adjustable driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Tri-Zone Automatic Temperature Control System
- Heated steering wheel
When the sun is shining and a warm breeze is blowing, you’ll want to get a bit closer to it all. Or maybe you want to do a bit of stargazing at night. You can do exactly that with the power moonroof. The difference is that it comes standard on the QX80 and is available with an upgrade on the Escalade.
Another reason to drive a full-size luxury vehicle is its performance. The QX80 and the Escalade bring plenty of power while also offering the fine-tuned agility of a sports car.
As sizable SUVs, both models pack a powerful punch under their hoods. In fact, with both the 2023 QX80 and the Escalade, you’ll get a potent V8 engine. Each one generates at least 400 horsepower and more than 400 lb-ft of torque to work with.
That being said, the QX80 has an advantage in the towing department. It comes ready to tow up to 8,500 pounds. The Escalade, on the other hand, can haul a load of up to 8,200 pounds. Bring your boat or travel trailer along with ease in the QX80.
All that muscle at your disposal means that fuel economy is equally important. Here again, the INFINITI QX80 pulls away from the competition. It boasts an EPA-estimated 14 city/20 highway MPG .* The Cadillac Escalade manages an EPA-estimated 14 city/18 highway MPG.
Today’s drivers need to remain informed, engaged, and connected when on the go. Drivers of luxury SUVs require next-level, cutting-edge technologies, and INFINITI and Cadillac come poised to deliver.
Aside from proving versatile with their dimensions and powertrain capabilities, these two vehicles also prove to be premium with their interior technology. For instance, both the INFINITI QX80 and the Cadillac Escalade offer impressive multimedia systems, which include:
- Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
- SiriusXM® Radio
- Bluetooth® streaming and hands-free phone capability
- Navigation
- Premium audio systems
Two additional standard amenities you’ll only get in the QX80 are INFINITI Voice Recognition and Alexa Built-in. The former makes it easier and safer to interact with your multimedia features without having to take your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. The latter feature enables you to check traffic, find parking, manage your home smart devices, and more from the road.
Impressed with these two SUVs? It’s no wonder why! They’re both great options for your rides through Apex, Raleigh, or Cary, NC. Still, if you’re looking for the more efficient SUV with a better towing capacity and advanced infotainment, the 2023 INFINITI QX80 is the choice for you.
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