2012 Cadillac Escalade ESV Summary

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2012 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Starting MSRP $65,770–$85,095

MPG City: 13 – 14 Highway: 18

Available Engines

403-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (flexible; E85)

Transmissions

6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(5.0) 5 consumer reviews

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Expert Snapshot

New or Notable

•	403-hp V-8 with cylinder deactivation
•	More than 20 inches longer than regular Escalade
•	Increased cargo capacity and third-row room
•	Upgraded navigation system
•	Several new anti-theft features

What We Like

•	Luxurious cabin
•	Powerful engine
•	Ample standard luxury features
•	Third-row roominess

What We Don't

•	Ungainly proportions
•	Third-row seat doesn't fold flat
•	Gas mileage

Cadillac's Escalade ESV offers more room for those who find the Escalade, a full-size SUV, just a bit too small. Its wheelbase is 14 inches longer than the full-size Escalade, and its total length exceeds the standard model by more than 20 inches.

8 Available Escalade ESV Trims

Select a trim name below for detailed specifications

Standard Equipment & Options

	Engine	MPG	MSRP	Invoice
Base 4x2 See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	14/18	$65,770	$61,494
Base All-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	13/18	$68,320	$63,879
Luxury 4x2 See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	14/18	$69,995	$65,445
Luxury All-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	13/18	$72,545	$67,829
Premium 4x2 See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	14/18	$74,875	$70,008
Premium All-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	13/18	$77,425	$72,392
Platinum Edition 4x2 See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	14/18	$82,545	$77,179
Platinum Edition All-wheel Drive See Specs \| Price with Options	8 cyl	13/18	$85,095	$79,563
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