Lexus LX vs. Cadillac Escalade
From transporting the entire soccer team across town for soccer practice to towing your boat to the lake for a weekend vacation -- full-size luxury SUVs have the power, versatility, and comfort amenities you need to create memories that last a lifetime. Offering far more than just brute force, full-size luxury SUVs come equipped with the same cutting-edge tech and safety amenities you’ll find on their smaller crossover counterparts. If you’re searching for the right fit for your growing family, it’s only natural that you’ve turned your attention towards the commanding Lexus LX. To help illustrate why the LX remains the best choice in the segment, Metro Lexus has assembled this competitive comparison in which the LX goes up against one of its biggest rivals -- the Cadillac Escalade. Let’s take a closer look to uncover the reasons why drivers continue to choose Lexus.
Capability & Premium Features
2019 Lexus LX 570 Three-Row Seating |
VS |
2019 Cadillac Escalade Base 4X4 |
| $91,080* | Starting MSRP | $78,195 |
| Standard ? | Power Sunroof | Requires Higher Trim Level
Luxury Trim (+$5,600) |
| Fully Automatic ? | Exterior Light Control | Auto Off |
| Standard ? | Amazon Alexa Compatibility | Not Available |
| 10-way ? | Driver’s Seat Adjustability | 8-way |
| 4-way ? | Climate Control Zones | 3-way |
| Standard ? | Overhead Storage Console | Not Available |
| Driver + Passenger ? | Front Seat Armrests | Not Available |
| Drive Mode Select ? | Transmission Drive Modes | Not Available |
| 8.9 inches ? | Ground Clearance | 8.0 inches |
| 13.9 / 13.7 inches ? | Brake Size (front/rear) | 13.0 / 13.5 inches |
Comparing these two rivals, a closer inspection reveals some key advantages for the Lexus LX in terms of premium standard features. At the touch of a button, you can open the standard power sunroof of the LX to fill the interior with some fresh air and sunlight. To receive a sunroof on the Cadillac Escalade, you’ll have to step up to a far more expensive trim level. The LX also offers fully automatic headlights to ensure appropriate visibility at any time and during all weather conditions. Greater adjustability in the driver’s seat, an extra zone of climate control, front seat armrests, Amazon Alexa compatibility, and an overhead storage console are other amenities you won’t find on the Escalade.
Performance capabilities are certainly an important factor in the purchase of a full-size luxury SUV. For example, the Lexus LX comes standard with Drive Mode Select. Drive Mode Select enables you to make your vehicle more responsive or efficient with a simple turn of a dial. You can select Sport, Normal, or ECO modes for a personalized drive experience. The Escalade does not offer a similar feature. The LX also boasts nearly a full inch of ground clearance, ensuring that no obstacle will stand between you and your weekend adventure. Its larger front brakes also provide superior stopping power.
Groundbreaking Safety
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2019 Lexus LX 570 Three-Row Seating |
VS |
2019 Cadillac Escalade Base 4X4 |
| Standard ? | Adaptive Cruise Control | Requires Higher Trim Level Premium Luxury Trim (+$10,000) |
| Standard ? | Forward Collision Warning | Requires Higher Trim Level Premium Luxury Trim (+$10,000) |
| Standard ? | Automatic Emergency Braking | Requires Higher Trim Level Premium Luxury Trim (+$10,000) |
| Standard ? | Lane Departure Warning | Requires Higher Trim Level Luxury Trim (+$5,600) |
| Standard ? | Lane Keeping System | Requires Higher Trim Level Luxury Trim (+$5,600) |
| Standard ? | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Requires Higher Trim Level Luxury Trim (+$5,600) |
| Standard ? | Blind Spot Monitoring | Requires Higher Trim Level Luxury Trim (+$5,600) |
| Standard ? | Driver & Passenger Knee Airbags | Not Available |
| Standard ? | Second Row Side Airbags | Not Available |
When you load up your whole family for an extended cross-country trip, it’s only natural to demand only the best in terms of safety for your loved ones. This is exactly why every Lexus LX comes standard with the Lexus Safety System+ (LSS+) -- a comprehensive collection of advanced safety features. Examples include Lane Departure Warning, the Lane Keeping System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Blind Spot Monitoring. If you want this equipment on the Escalade, you’ll be required to shell out an additional $5,600 to step up to the Luxury trim.
Similarly, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, and Automatic Emergency Braking add even more confidence behind the wheel of your LX. To enjoy these advanced technologies on the Cadillac Escalade, you have to go even higher to the Premium Luxury trim while spending an extra $10,000. Regardless of trim level, the Escalade does not offer front seat knee airbags or second-row side airbags which help provide better protection in the event of a collision.
2019 Lexus LX - Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Award Winner2
“The Lexus LX 570 delivers when it comes to resale value, further burnishing the reputation of Toyota's luxury division when it comes to keeping depreciation in check.” -- Kelley Blue Book
Resale value is another key aspect to consider when making your next full-size luxury SUV purchase. The Lexus LX stands atop the competition for its superior resale value, making it a smart choice for your budget. The Cadillac Escalade did not earn recognition in the Kelley Blue Book Resale Value Awards.
Lexus Tops J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) for the 8th Consecutive Year1
Having the confidence of proven long-term dependability provides extra reassurance and greater ownership satisfaction.
Every year, the J.D. Power U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) measures the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100) during the past 12 months by original owners of vehicles1. In 2019, original owners of 2016 model-year vehicles were asked to report their experience. A lower score reflects higher quality, and the study covers 177 specific problems grouped into eight major vehicle categories.
In a historic victory, Lexus has topped the competition in terms of dependability for the eighth consecutive year with a final score of 106 PP100. Not a single manufacturer has been able to outperform Lexus for the coveted top spot in the J.D. Power VDS in the last seven years. Cadillac achieved the ninth worst dependability, earning a final score of 166 PP100. When it comes to dependability, Cadillac is not able to match the superior engineering of Lexus vehicles.