2027 INFINITI QX80 vs Cadillac Escalade
The 2027 INFINITI QX80 and the 2027 Cadillac Escalade are full-size three-row luxury SUVs that compete for the same driveway. They take different routes: the QX80 uses a twin-turbo V6 with 4WD, while the Escalade uses a 6.2L V8 and is offered in a longer ESV body. This page compares what each manufacturer publishes. Sources are INFINITI USA (infinitiusa.com) and Cadillac (cadillac.com), checked October 8, 2026. Confirm equipment on the exact vehicle at INFINITI of Chicago, 2711 S State St.
Side-by-side specifications
| 2027 model | INFINITI QX80 | Cadillac Escalade |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L twin-turbo V6, 450 hp, 516 lb-ft | 6.2L V8, 420 hp, 460 lb-ft (Escalade-V: supercharged 6.2L V8, 682 hp, 653 lb-ft) |
| Transmission | 9-speed automatic | Not listed on the pages checked |
| Drivetrain | INFINITI All-Mode 4WD on every trim | 2WD or 4WD on Luxury and Sport; AWD on V-Series |
| Towing (up to) | 8,500 lbs | 8,100 lbs (ESV 8,000 lbs); Escalade-V 7,200 lbs (V ESV 7,000 lbs) |
| Body lengths | 211.2 in (one body length) | 211.9 in; ESV 226.9 in |
| Height | 76.6 to 78.0 in, by trim | 76.7 in; ESV 76.4 in |
| Seating | 7 (8 optional on LUXE and SPORT) | 7, with up to 8 available |
| Cargo, as published | 20.4 cu ft interior cargo volume (measurement point not labeled) | 25.5 cu ft behind the third row (ESV 41.5); up to 120.5 cu ft maximum (ESV 142.2) |
| Screens | 14.3-inch touch-screen and 14.3-inch driver display | 55-inch Horizon Display across the front row; dual 12.6-inch rear screens standard on Platinum, available on Luxury and Sport |
| Premium audio | Klipsch 14 speakers (PURE, LUXE); Klipsch Reference Premiere 24 speakers (SPORT, AUTOGRAPH) | AKG Studio 21 speakers (Luxury); 38-speaker AKG Studio Reference with Dolby Atmos on other trims |
| Driver assistance | ProPILOT Assist hands-on standard; ProPILOT Assist 2.1 hands-off standard on AUTOGRAPH, optional on LUXE and SPORT | Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance standard |
Sources: INFINITI USA 2027 QX80 specifications and Cadillac 2027 Escalade pages, checked October 8, 2026. Manufacturers measure cargo differently and INFINITI does not label its single cargo figure, so compare cargo in person. Fuel economy is not compared because Cadillac did not list it on the page checked; the QX80 is EPA-estimated at 16 city, 19 highway and 17 combined.
Where each one stands out
QX80
The QX80 lists 4WD on every trim, a 450-horsepower V6 and a slightly higher maximum towing figure than the standard Escalade. Four trims, PURE through AUTOGRAPH, give a clear step-by-step path. See the QX80 trims and specs.
Escalade
The Escalade lists a larger cargo figure behind the third row, an optional longer ESV body for more space, a 55-inch display and a V-Series performance version with a supercharged V8. Buyers who need maximum cargo or want a V8 will want to consider it.
Which should you choose?
Neither is the better choice for everyone. If you want a V6 with 4WD standard and a simpler trim ladder, start with the QX80. If you want a V8, a longer-body option or a different tech layout, drive the Escalade as well. The fastest way to decide is to compare both vehicles in person.
Frequently asked questions
Which tows more, the QX80 or the Escalade?
INFINITI lists up to 8,500 lbs for the QX80. Cadillac lists 8,100 lbs for the Escalade and 8,000 lbs for the ESV. Ratings depend on configuration and equipment.
Does the QX80 have a V8?
No. The 2027 QX80 uses a 3.5L twin-turbo V6 with 450 horsepower.
Is there a long-body QX80?
INFINITI lists one body length for the 2027 QX80. Cadillac offers the Escalade ESV in a longer body.
Next steps
- Browse new 2027 QX80 inventory
- See all QX80 trims and specs
- Compare all 2027 INFINITI models
- Schedule a test drive
- Apply for financing
- Value your trade
- Contact INFINITI of Chicago
INFINITI of Chicago, 2711 S State St, Chicago, IL 60616. Sales (312) 500-2840.