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2026 Cadillac Escalade Overview
2026 Cadillac Escalade Pricing
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade has a starting sticker price of $93,995, with the range-topping Escalade V-Series kicking off at $170,895.
MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$93,995 | $92,400 | |||
$104,995 | $103,000 | |||
$105,595 | $104,000 | |||
$122,795 | $121,000 | |||
$123,295 | $121,000 | |||
$170,895 | $171,000 |
Escalade Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Cadillac Escalade (2021-current) a 3.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 67% recommend it. These figures are based on 9 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2026 Cadillac Escalade
"Nightmare of a vehicle"
"Its hit or miss on this vehicle, we have been having issues with the check engine light coming on since we bought it. Have taken it to two dealers including the one we bought it from and they cant figure it out. We are filing a claim with GM to buy this thing back."
"Best vehicle ever"
"Most important for the 2021 Escalade its a Diesel Engine, its amazing for this huge car . In the city economy 20-21 highway 26-27"
"Rattle"
"I own a 2023 Escalade , runs great handles well , but rear windshield in tailgate RATTLES so bad , and gm have not been able to fix it , I’ve own Denali's and have had no issue with them , but Escalade, a few issues like front bumper sensors so sensitive and have made very sudden stops, I will trade it in soon as new denalis are available ."
Overall 2026 Cadillac Escalade Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2026 Cadillac Escalade is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2026 Cadillac Escalade quality a 3.7 out of 5.
2026 Cadillac Escalade Reliability
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade receives an average consumer rating of 3.7 overall and a 4.1 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2026 Escalade Features
According to drivers of the 2026 Escalade, here are some of its best features:
- None
- Fun to drive
- Comfort,style,dash layout,shifter, instead of butt
- Comfort ride and ease of driving. Plenty of space
- Exellent tech
2026 Cadillac Escalade MPG by Trim
2026 Cadillac Escalade - city 15 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
2026 Escalade Luxury - city 15 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
2026 Escalade Sport - city 15 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
2026 Escalade Platinum Luxury - city 15 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
2026 Escalade Platinum Sport - city 15 MPG - hwy 19 MPG
2026 Escalade V-Series - city 11 MPG - hwy 17 MPG
2026 Escalade Safety
2026 Cadillac Escalade Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Blind-Spot Alert
- Collision Warning System
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Front Head Curtain Airbag
- Front Knee Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Parental Control System
- Pedestrian Detection System
- Rear Head Curtain Airbag
- Surround View Camera
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 5860 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel Capacity | 24.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 42.3 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 44.5 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 7 | ||
Overall Length | 211.9 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 65.5 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 121.0 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 39.5 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 121.0 inches |
Exterior
Adaptive Headlights | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | Available | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 15 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 19 mpg | ||
Combined | 17 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
10 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available | ||
Limited Slip Differential | Available | ||
Parking Assist System | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 420 @ 5600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 460 @ 4100 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 6.2 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 6 years / 70000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 4 years / 50000 miles |
Comfort & Convenience
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Security
Technology
2026 Cadillac Escalade Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2026 Cadillac Escalade |  New 2027 Dodge Durango |  New 2026 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GLC |  New 2026 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GLC Coupe | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $93,995 | $83,485 | $88,100 | $94,800 | |
| Consumer Rating | 3.7 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 15/Hwy 19/Comb 17 MPG | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $111,381 | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 420 @ 5600 RPM | 710 @ 6100 RPM | 671 @ 6750 RPM | 671 @ 6750 RPM | |
| Engine | V8, 6.2 Liter | V8, HEMI, Supercharged, 6.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
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