2026 Cadillac Escalade review
Cadillac Escalade highlights
Customer rating
(not yet rated)
Mileage (EPA estimate)
11 city, 17 highway, 13 combined
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All Cadillac Escalade years
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What is new for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade?
- The Escalade is available in a variety of new trims, including the Base, Platinum Sport, Platinum Luxury, ESV, ESV Platinum Sport, and ESV Platinum Luxury.
- The ESV Premium Luxury, Premium Luxury, ESV Premium Luxury Platinum, Premium Luxury Platinum, and Sport Platinum trims have been discontinued for 2026.
- Escalade trims have been upgraded with Lane Departure Warning, Full Roof Rack, Quad Seats, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- Tow Hitch, Remote Start, Running Boards, and Seat Massagers features are now available as options on select trims.
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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.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Cadillac Escalade is $689, compared to an average of $779 for Luxury Fullsize SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Cadillac Escalade owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.3 times per year, compared to an average of 1.8 times for Luxury Fullsize SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 24% for the Cadillac Escalade, compared to an average of 17% for Luxury Fullsize SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Cadillac Escalade features and specs
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Standard Features
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Power Mirrors
- Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Folding Third Row
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Power Windows
- Power Locks
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear View Camera
- Automated Parking
- Memory Seat(s)
- Power Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Leather Seats
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Third Row Seat
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Traction Control
- Smart Key
- Remote Start
- Side Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Overhead Airbags
- Blind Spot Monitor
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Alloy Wheels
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Tow Hitch
- Automatic Transmission
- Bluetooth Technology
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Satellite Radio Ready
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Quad Seats
- Running Boards
- Full Roof Rack
- Rear Entertainment System
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
6.2L
Horsepower
420
Torque (ft-lbs)
460
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
24
Wheelbase
121"
Overall length
211.92"
Width
81.08"
Height
76.7"
Leg room
F 44.51"/M 41.75"/R 34.9"
Head room
F 42.3"/M 38.9"/R 38.2"
Front tires
275/50R22SL
Rear tires
275/50R22SL
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
810/8100 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2026 Cadillac Escalade FAQ
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade has a maximum towing capacity of between 7000 and 8100 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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 8 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUV
Here is what's new for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade:
- ESV Platinum Luxury
- Base
- Platinum Sport
- Platinum Luxury
- ESV
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade offers the following fuel efficiency options: • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (ESV Luxury trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (ESV Platinum Luxury trim) • Gas: 11 city / 16 highway MPG (ESV V trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (Base trim) • Gas: 11 city / 16 highway MPG (V trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (Sport trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (Luxury trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (Platinum Sport trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (Platinum Luxury trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (ESV trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (ESV Sport trim) • Gas: 14 city / 19 highway MPG (ESV Platinum Sport trim) Actual mileage may vary based on driving conditions, vehicle condition, and driving habits.
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