Cadillac ESCALADE IQL LUXURY vs BMW iX1 xDrive30 Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Cadillac ESCALADE IQL | BMW iX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$160,899 | C$54,990 |
| Range (Claimed) | 724 km | 440 km |
| Battery Capacity | 246 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Motor Power | 378 kW | 230 kW |
| Top Speed | N/A | 180 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s | 5.7s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | N/A | 29 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL vs BMW iX1: Verdict
The BMW iX1 is the more affordable choice at C$54,990, undercutting the other by about C$105,909. The Cadillac ESCALADE IQL travels further on a charge, with a claimed 724 km versus 440 km — roughly 284 km more. The Cadillac ESCALADE IQL is the more powerful EV, producing 378 kW to the other's 230 kW.
Choose the Cadillac ESCALADE IQL if you want more driving range between charges (724 km); pick the BMW iX1 if a lower purchase price (C$54,990) matters more to you.
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL vs BMW iX1
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Spec Score(16 specs)
8
16 specs
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL
Best
0
16 specs
BMW iX1
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$160,899
C$54,990
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
724 km
440 km
Battery
↑ higher
246 kWh
64.7 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
378 kW
230 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
5.7s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
246 kWh
64.7 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
724 km
440 km
Range Standard
EPA
WLTP
Fast Charging
N/A
29 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
N/A
6.5 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
378 kW
230 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
N/A
180 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
5.7s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
4500 mm
Width
N/A
1845 mm
Height
N/A
1642 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
N/A
2692 mm
Features
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
BMW iX1
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
4
of 11 wins
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL
Best Overall
0
of 11 wins
BMW iX1
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Cadillac ESCALADE IQL (LUXURY) vs BMW iX1 (xDrive30)
| Spec name |  Electric Cadillac ESCALADE IQLLUXURY C$160,899 2026EMI → |  Electric BMW iX1xDrive30 C$54,990 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$160,899 | C$54,990 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$2,549/mo | C$871/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 378 kW Best | 230 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 246 kWh Best | 64.7 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | N/A | 494 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | N/A | 180 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 5.7s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 724 km Best | 440 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | WLTP | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | N/A | 29 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | N/A | 6.5 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 4500 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1845 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1642 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | 2692 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Seating Capacity Maximum number of passengers | 7 seats | 5 seats | |
Key Features Comparison
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto