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7-8 Seats
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17 MPG
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Overview
The Good
- Interior materials quality
- High-tech safety features
- Towing capacity
- Cabin quietness
The Bad
- Interior space, considering exterior bulk
- Touch-sensitive controls
- Sticker price
What to Know
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Rear camera mirror newly available
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Apple CarPlay, Android Auto smartphone connectivity standard
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Regular- and long-wheelbase ESV versions
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4G LTE and Wi-Fi hot spot capability
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420-hp V-8 engine standard
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Rear- or four-wheel drive
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2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review
from the Cars.com expert editorial team
Vehicle Overview
What it is: The Cadillac Escalade ESV is the giant-sized version of the Escalade. It uses the same engine, underpinnings, styling and major features as the Escalade and has more cargo room and third-row passenger space. It seats seven or eight depending on whether the second row has two or three seats.
What’s Special
- 130-inch wheelbase is 14 inches longer than Escalade’s
- Overall length is 20.4 inches longer at 224.3 inches
- Maximum cargo volume is 26.7 cubic feet larger at 120.9 cubic feet
Here’s Info on the Regular Escalade:
What it is: Cadillac offers the Escalade full-size SUV in regular- and extended-wheelbase ESV form. The Escalade is built on the same platform as the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL but has unique styling and a standard 420-horsepower, 6.2-liter V-8 engine. It seats seven or eight people, depending on the configuration, and competitors include the Lincoln Navigator, Lexus LX 570 and Infiniti QX80.
New for 2017
A rear camera mirror and a self-parking system for parallel and perpendicular parking spaces are now available.
Significant Standard Features
- 420-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 engine
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- 20-inch wheels
- Adaptive suspension
- LED exterior lighting
- OnStar 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required)
- Cadillac User Experience multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Power-folding third-row seat ...
Vehicle Overview
What it is: The Cadillac Escalade ESV is the giant-sized version of the Escalade. It uses the same engine, underpinnings, styling and major features as the Escalade and has more cargo room and third-row passenger space. It seats seven or eight depending on whether the second row has two or three seats.
What’s Special
- 130-inch wheelbase is 14 inches longer than Escalade’s
- Overall length is 20.4 inches longer at 224.3 inches
- Maximum cargo volume is 26.7 cubic feet larger at 120.9 cubic feet
Here’s Info on the Regular Escalade:
What it is: Cadillac offers the Escalade full-size SUV in regular- and extended-wheelbase ESV form. The Escalade is built on the same platform as the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/Yukon XL but has unique styling and a standard 420-horsepower, 6.2-liter V-8 engine. It seats seven or eight people, depending on the configuration, and competitors include the Lincoln Navigator, Lexus LX 570 and Infiniti QX80.
New for 2017
A rear camera mirror and a self-parking system for parallel and perpendicular parking spaces are now available.
Significant Standard Features
- 420-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 engine
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- 20-inch wheels
- Adaptive suspension
- LED exterior lighting
- OnStar 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required)
- Cadillac User Experience multimedia system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Power-folding third-row seat
- Surround-view camera system
- Hands-free power liftgate
- Side airbag between front seats
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 22-inch wheels
- Power-retractable side steps
- Safety Alert Seat, which pulses to warn driver about potential safety issues
- Forward collision warning
- Automatic braking
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane departure warning and prevention
- Rear entertainment system with 9-inch screen
Consumer Reviews
What drivers are saying
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Most reliable car
This car has more room front and rear, good car don't have any problem, people love my car and it is need and clean, Air bags very good Read full review
Great ride
Great car lots of room, very comfortable ride. Fits entire family and kids with friends. Plenty of cargo room as well. Good gas Mileage. Selling because our kids got their licenses and it’s not ... Read full review
Safety
Recalls and crash tests
Warranty
New car and certified pre-owned programs by Cadillac
Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits
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Maximum Age/Mileage
Less than 50,000 miles
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Basic Warranty Terms
4 year, 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper
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Powertrain
6 years/100,000 miles (2012-2017 models)
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Dealer Certification Required
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Roadside Assistance
Yes