Cadillac ESCALADE IQL LUXURY vs Rivian R1S Dual Motor Standard Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Cadillac ESCALADE IQL | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$160,899 | C$94,000 |
| Range (Claimed) | 724 km | 483 km |
| Battery Capacity | 246 kWh | 135 kWh |
| Motor Power | 378 kW | 495 kW |
| Top Speed | N/A | 177 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | N/A | 25 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL vs Rivian R1S: Verdict
The Rivian R1S is the more affordable choice at C$94,000, undercutting the other by about C$66,899. The Cadillac ESCALADE IQL travels further on a charge, with a claimed 724 km versus 483 km — roughly 241 km more. The Rivian R1S is the more powerful EV, producing 495 kW to the other's 378 kW.
Choose the Cadillac ESCALADE IQL if you want more driving range between charges (724 km); pick the Rivian R1S if a lower purchase price (C$94,000) matters more to you.
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL vs Rivian R1S
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Spec Score(16 specs)
4
16 specs
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL
Best
4
16 specs
Rivian R1S
Best
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$160,899
C$94,000
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
724 km
483 km
Battery
↑ higher
246 kWh
135 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
378 kW
495 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
3.5s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
246 kWh
135 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
724 km
483 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
N/A
25 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
N/A
10 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
378 kW
495 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
N/A
177 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
3.5s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
7 seats
7 seats
Dimensions
Features
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Rivian R1S
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- + 6 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
2
of 11 wins
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL
Best Overall
2
of 11 wins
Rivian R1S
Best Overall
Comparing:
Cadillac ESCALADE IQL (LUXURY) vs Rivian R1S (Dual Motor Standard)
| Spec name |  Electric Cadillac ESCALADE IQLLUXURY C$160,899 2026EMI → |  Electric Rivian R1SDual Motor Standard C$94,000 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$160,899 | C$94,000 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$2,549/mo | C$1,489/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 378 kW | 495 kW Best | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 246 kWh Best | 135 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | N/A | 1124 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | N/A | 177 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s Best | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 724 km Best | 483 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | N/A | 25 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | N/A | 10 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto