2012 Cadillac Escalade review
Cadillac Escalade highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
13 city, 18 highway, 14 combined
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What is new for the 2012 Cadillac Escalade?
- The Escalade is available in a new trim called the Platinum.
- The Luxury trim now comes with 4WD/AWD as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Cadillac Escalade an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Cadillac Escalade 8th out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.
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Platinum 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Mirrors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
6.2L
Horsepower
403
Torque (ft-lbs)
417
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
26
Wheelbase
116"
Overall length
202.5"
Width
79"
Height
75.9"
Leg room
F 41.3"/M 39"/R 25.6"
Head room
F 41.1"/M 39.2"/R 37.9"
Front tires
P285/45R22
Rear tires
P285/45R22
Seating capacity
8
Max towing capacity
1245/8300 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Cadillac Escalade FAQ
The 2012 Cadillac Escalade is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Platinum: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- ESV Premium: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- Luxury: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- Premium: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- ESV Luxury: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- ESV Platinum: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- ESV: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- Base: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
The Cadillac Escalade received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Cadillac Escalade as 7 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUV
The 2012 Cadillac Escalade has received an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Cadillac Escalade, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Cadillac Escalade Reviews.
The 2012 Cadillac Escalade has a maximum towing capacity of between 7700 and 8300 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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