2018
Cadillac Escalade ESV

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Available trims

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  • 2WD 4dr
    Starts at
    $77,695
    14 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr
    Starts at
    $80,695
    14 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Luxury
    Starts at
    $83,295
    14 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Luxury
    Starts at
    $86,295
    14 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Premium Luxury
    Starts at
    $87,695
    14 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Premium Luxury
    Starts at
    $90,695
    14 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Platinum
    Starts at
    $96,795
    14 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Platinum
    Starts at
    $99,795
    14 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
3/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
20.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
20.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
New: 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year / unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.9
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

  • By Big fan from Minneapolis MN
    Owns this car
    November 23, 2023

    Fantastic

    18 Escalade ESV Platinum beautiful crystal white I read the expert reviews it said the ride could be better over most roads this vehicle is smooth as silk, ample power the new 10 speed transmission is smooth no issues Gas mileage 16.3 city and nearly 21 highway not bad. Plenty of safety features every option no issues great vehicle
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By MikeS from Mars Pa
    Owns this car
    April 27, 2021

    Can’t go wrong with a Cadillac.

    Luxury at its finest. The platinum edition was always what I wanted. Now I have one and it’s amazing. Power, comfort and size says it all.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mz from Mz
    Owns this car
    March 18, 2021

    Escalade

    Love it always buy Cadillac’s Esv pulls my snow trailer with no issues... My third one highly recommend family of eight hauls everyone with no issues
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Wayne & Tess from Greeley, CO
    Owns this car
    December 11, 2020

    The Best Car

    Exceeds our expectations. Fully loaded with unreal technology. Very luxurious car. Inside and outside, it is like a home. Very reliable. The dark Adriatic blue makes it so stunning, that everyone would turn their heads with a big WOW! . ,
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lcr from Chicago
    Owns this car
    July 31, 2019

    Much better than new Lincoln Navigator 2018-19!!

    Is all I needed. Always is room for better . Excellent transmission in 10 speed which is very economical.very smooth and very good for price.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By TheSandman from Ellicott City, MD
    Test drove this car
    November 26, 2018

    It is simply a Bentley truck for under $100K.

    Top notch vehicle isn?t saying enough. The exterior is elegant and sharp. The interior is luxurious and cozy. There really isn?t anything this vehicle doesn?t have or can?t do.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By ARJ Family from Peoria, AZ
    Owns this car
    October 7, 2018

    Land Yacht!

    2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum The biggest, baddest vehicle we've purchased to date! Very comfortable, nimble, and the interior is fantastic. Interior is covered in leather and suede. 4 HD screens with blu ray players. Dual front seat massaging features. Dealer option Cadillac branded WeatherTech floor liner. Now we can take the kids on vacation without worrying about cargo space. Heck, I can even put a small portable potty in the 3rd row in case we pull into a shady looking gas station! I probably won't, but there is room back there for that. Best of all, we purchased it from a great dealer, Earnhardt Cadillac Scottsdale, AZ.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By nevadariver from Laughlin
    Owns this car
    August 1, 2018

    First online buy and it has been great!

    Wonderful both as to pricing and condition at the time of delivery. We could not be more pleased and would buy again from this dealer in Texas. We will be looking at your inventory before purchasing another vehicle for our family.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By brogonni
    Owns this car
    July 3, 2018

    Escalade in it's Class

    It's a car in its class, other then second row seats this vehicle is a nice ride, the back seats leg room is a bit tight and the center console take to much room from the rear seat access. With nearly 225" long the second and third row seats legroom are not adequate. Otherwise the Bose audio system is amazing, the info center is Okay, the Steering column shift is way way out dated come on needs to be changed immediately.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By AndersonsRedskins
    Owns this car
    May 29, 2018

    Business continues to focus on excellent service.

    This is our retirement car. It a classy vehicle and meets our requirements for traveling. We are repeat and satisfied, 30 plus years, Lindsay customers.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Tom Degnan from Gillette Wy.
    Owns this car
    April 30, 2018

    Best car I?ve had

    The ride is like floating on a cloud. Very very quiet. Outstanding sound system. We traded in a 2012 Escalade ESV ,which was a great vehicle but the 2018 Escalade ESV is fantastic.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Caddy from Florida
    Owns this car
    April 9, 2018

    Best SUV

    This car is our get-away car! It?s big enough to have all our stuff and family, when a hurricane hit us. Perfect for road trips!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

The 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV is available in 4 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • Luxury (2 styles)
  • Platinum (2 styles)
  • Premium Luxury (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

The 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV offers up to 14 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV reliable?

The 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV owners.

Is the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
  • Comfort: 5.0
  • Interior: 5.0
  • Performance: 5.0
  • Value: 4.9
  • Exterior: 5.0
  • Reliability: 4.9

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