Comparing 2026 Luxury vs 2025 Pro S Plus with 4MOTION (representative trims)
| Metric | Cadillac Escalade IQ | Volkswagen ID. Buzz |
|---|---|---|
| Key Stats | ||
| MSRP | $127,405 | $68,990 |
| Seats | 7 | 6 |
| EPA Range | 465 mi | 231 mi |
| Horsepower | 750 hp | 335 hp |
| Battery | 200 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Performance | ||
| Torque | 785 lb-ft | 512 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph | 4.7 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Curb Weight | 9,046 lbs | 6,197 lbs |
| Towing | 8,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Drivetrain & Charging | ||
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Charging Type | CCS | CCS1 (+NACS adpt) |
| DC Fast Charge | 350 kW | 200 kW |
| DC 10–80% | 52 min | 26 min |
| Onboard AC | 19.2 kW | 11 kW |
| L2 10–80% | 8.1 hrs | 7 hrs |
| L2 10–100% | 10.5 hrs | 9 hrs |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 224.3 in | 195.4 in |
| Width | 85.3 in | 78.1 in |
| Height | 76.1 in | 76.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 6.9 in | 6.3 in |
| 3rd Row Legroom | 32.3 in | 42.4 in |
| 3rd Row Headroom | 37.2 in | 38.7 in |
| Technology & Features | ||
| Self Driving | Super Cruise (hands-free highway driving) | VW IQ.DRIVE (hands-on, semi-automated capability) |
| Car Software | Google built-in (Maps, Assistant) | Wireless App-Connect (Apple CarPlay/Android Auto); myVW+; Wi-Fi hotspot; Premium Navigation EV / Premium Speech on equipped trims |
| Main Display | 55" diagonal LED display | 12.9" touchscreen |
| Audio | TBD | Harman Kardon premium audio, 13 speakers + subwoofer + amp |
| Cargo & Storage | ||
| Frunk | 12.2 cu ft | — |
| Behind 3rd Row | 23.6 cu ft | 18.6 cu ft |
| Behind 2nd Row | 69.1 cu ft | 75.5 cu ft |
| Fold Flat | Yes | Partial |