2025 Aston Martin DBX707 vs 2026 Cadillac Escalade

$257,000 · Crossover

$91,100 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Choosing between an ultra-luxury performance crossover like the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 and the imposing 2026 Cadillac Escalade often boils down to budget versus outright speed. Can you really justify spending an extra $165,900 for performance thrills? The DBX707 packs a potent 697 hp and 663 lb-ft of torque, making it significantly quicker, despite both vehicles sharing a 17 MPG combined rating. However, the Escalade offers more practicality, boasting 25.5 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Aston Martin's 22.3 cu ft. While the DBX707 is notably smaller, measuring 198.4 inches long versus the Escalade's massive 211.9 inches, the price gulf of over $165,000 is the single most defining metric for most buyers considering these two very different machines.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Cadillac Escalade

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade wins for commuting due to its significantly lower initial cost, making daily ownership burdens easier to absorb.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Cadillac Escalade

The Escalade is the superior family hauler, offering more room with 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the DBX707's 22.3 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Aston Martin DBX707

The 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 is the clear enthusiast choice, delivering a massive 277 horsepower advantage with 697 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 Cadillac Escalade

With an MSRP of $91,100 compared to $257,000, the Escalade offers vastly superior utility and power for the dollar.

Choose the Aston Martin DBX707 if...

You demand extreme acceleration and handling capability associated with 697 horsepower.
You prefer a more compact footprint (198.4 inches long) in a high-performance luxury package.
The $257,000 purchase price is entirely discretionary and raw performance is the top priority.

Choose the Cadillac Escalade if...

You need maximum utility, evidenced by its 25.5 cu ft cargo capacity and taller stance.
Your budget necessitates saving $165,900, opting for the $91,100 Escalade.
Rear-wheel drive configuration coupled with a slightly better highway MPG rating (20 MPG for the DBX707 vs 19 MPG for the Escalade, although both are rated 17 combined) appeals to you.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Aston Martin DBX707	Cadillac Escalade
Length	198.4"	211.9"
Width	78.7"	81.1"
Height	66.1"	76.7"
Wheelbase	120.5"	121.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	6.2 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	697 hp @ 6000 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	663 lb-ft @ 2750 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Number of Valves	32	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	✓
Fuel Injection Type	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	15/19 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	337.5/450.0 mi.	360.0/456.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	22.5 gal.	24.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Infotainment Display	10.2 in	55.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	800W	—
Speaker System	14	21
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	AKG
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	With Real Time Traffic
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
One-Touch Power Windows	—	4
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Front Head Room	40.9 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	44.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.4 in.	65.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	12-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	61.7 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.9 in.	41.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	54.5 in.	64.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	61.0 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	22 x 11.5 in.	—
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Wheel Dimensions	—	22 x 9.0 in
Tire Size	—	275/50R22
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Aston Martin	Cadillac
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	10 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 and 2026 Cadillac Escalade.

How do the fuel economy ratings compare between the DBX707 and the Escalade?

Surprisingly, both vehicles are rated for a combined 17 MPG. The Aston Martin DBX707 edges out slightly on the highway at 20 MPG versus the Escalade's 19 MPG, but both require premium unleaded fuel.

Is the size difference significant enough to affect daily driving?

Absolutely; the Escalade is substantially larger at 211.9 inches long and 76.7 inches tall, while the DBX707 is shorter at 198.4 inches and lower at 66.1 inches. This size disparity will impact maneuverability and parking significantly.

What is the actual cost difference between these two luxury vehicles?

The 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 has an MSRP of $257,000, creating a massive $165,900 difference when compared to the 2026 Cadillac Escalade starting at $91,100.

Does the Escalade offer more practicality despite being a performance competitor?

Yes, the Escalade clearly wins on pure utility, offering 25.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the DBX707's 22.3 cu ft, making it better suited for hauling luggage or gear.

Which vehicle offers a better experience for spirited driving?

The DBX707 is engineered for enthusiasts, packing 697 hp and 663 lb-ft of torque, dwarfing the Escalade's 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque.

Are both vehicles AWD or RWD biased?

The 2025 Aston Martin DBX707 comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, whereas the standard configuration for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade listed here is Rear-Wheel Drive.