Owners give this generation Cadillac Escalade (1999-2000) a 4.6 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 97% recommend it. These figures are based on 63 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2000 Cadillac Escalade
"one of best buys I made"
"great service, always comfortable,tow s my boat well,4x4 works great. always stable in snow or rain.price divided by 22 yrs well worth cost. belts hoses,replaced at 90K,187K. transmission rebuild at 200K.keep up on repairs and it will last along time"
"Superior Vehicle"
"Rated a truck, I call it a car. The creature comforts are the best. I love it. Rides smoother than any vehicle I have ever been in. Classic design is still in fashion. Love the 4wheel drive Florida has a lot of sand. Wonderful vehicle for trips."
"A Very Good Buy"
"Welcome Readers, I've own my Cadillac Escalade for over five years, and I have a lot of good things to say about it. The ride is smooth, its' very reliable, but nothing surpass the comfort of the seats. The Escalade was made for the big and tall, it has has lots head and leg room, that easily sits five. If gas prices aren't an issue for you, the Cadillac Escalade is a very good buy."
Overall 2000 Cadillac Escalade Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2000 Cadillac Escalade is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2000 Cadillac Escalade quality a 4.6 out of 5.
2000 Cadillac Escalade Reliability
The 2000 Cadillac Escalade receives an average consumer rating of 4.6 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2000 Escalade Features
According to drivers of the 2000 Escalade, here are some of its best features:
2000 Escalade Sport Utility 4D - city 11 MPG - hwy 15 MPG
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2000 Cadillac Escalade front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.
2000 Cadillac Escalade Safety Features
Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Curb Weight | 5573 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Total Interior | 66.9 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 29.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.9 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.7 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 8.4 inches | ||
Overall Length | 201.2 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 64.7 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 6000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 118.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 40.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 117.5 inches | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6800 lbs. | ||
Payload Capacity | 933 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 77.0 inches |
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available |
City | 11 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 15 mpg | ||
Combined | 13 mpg |
Drivetrain | AWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Horsepower | 255 @ 4600 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 330 @ 2800 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 5.7 Liter | ||
0 to 60 | 10.4 seconds | ||
Top Speed | 110 mph |
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 6 years / 100000 miles |
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| Price | N/A | N/A | $45,795 | N/A | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.9 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 3.7 | 4.1 | N/A | |
| Fuel Economy | City 11/Hwy 15/Comb 13 MPG | City 28/Hwy 35/Comb 31 MPG | City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG | N/A | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Electric | |
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). | N/A | N/A | $67,970 | N/A | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | 5.0 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 8 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | N/A | |
| Horsepower | 255 @ 4600 RPM | 147 @ 6200 RPM | 328 @ 5500 RPM | 350 HP | |
| Engine | V8, 5.7 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.5 Liter | Dual Electric Motors | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |
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