2019 Cadillac Escalade review
Cadillac Escalade highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Muscular V8 engine
- Quiet cabin regardless of road conditions
- Impressive utility
Cons
- Seating is less comfortable and refined than other luxury SUVs
- Infotainment controls are sluggish
- High and uneven cargo floor makes loading difficult
Mileage (EPA estimate)
14 city, 21 highway, 17 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Loaded with luxury and style
You like to go big and make an impression wherever you go; you appreciate something with a bigger-than-life interior that's full of luxury, so you're considering a luxury SUV. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade is one of the leaders for size, technology, comfort, and attention to luxurious detail in that category. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade is a stylish full-sized SUV that sits on a frame. On the 2019 model, a powerful V8 engine and ten-speed automatic transmission give the Cadillac Escalade a smooth and quiet ride. Whether you're taking a trip out to the country or driving around town, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade has all the luxuries a top-tier SUV can provide.
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2019 Cadillac Escalade trims
Escalade
The base trim has no name assigned to it, but does come with standard tri-zone automatic climate control, a 16-speaker audio system, an eight-inch touchscreen with navigation, leather first- and second-row seating, and more.
Luxury
Adds lane-keep assist, a driver awareness seat, a color heads-up display, a power sunroof, forward automatic braking, and more.
Premium Luxury
Adds adaptive cruise control, a Blu-ray rear-seat entertainment system, front cornering lights, and illuminated handles.
Platinum
Adds semi-aniline leather seating, power-retractable side steps, a headrest-mounted rear-entertainment system, massage seating, and more.
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Cadillac Escalade
1. Big on space
Looking for something with enough space for passengers, cargo, and then some? The 2019 Cadillac Escalade offers 15.2 cubic feet of space behind the third row. Fold all the seats down to open up to a cavernous 94.2 cubic feet of cargo space. For even more space, consider the 2019 Cadillac ESV trim—the stretched wheelbase gives you 39.3 cubic feet behind the third row.
2. Plenty of tech features
The size of the 2019 Cadillac Escalade might be a bit of a step up but don't worry! Standard on all Luxury trim and higher 2019 Cadillac Escalades is the Driver Awareness Package. Forward collision alert, low-speed forward automatic braking, lane-keep assist, and rear cross-traffic alerts are all part of this high-tech package. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade even uses vibrations in the seat, designed to boost your confidence and attentiveness on the road.
3. Power for the big haul
Whether it's full of cargo or pulling something behind it, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade should have the ability to get the job done. A 6.2-liter V8 engine provides 420 horsepower through a ten-speed automatic transmission. The 2019 Cadillac Escalade with the V8 and rear-wheel drive can tow up to an estimated 8,300 pounds when properly equipped.
4. Entertainment on the move
It can sometimes be a challenge to keep your passengers entertained on longer trips—but the 2019 Cadillac Escalade has many ways to keep passengers happy and occupied. An optional LTE-powered WiFi hotspot can provide internet for up to seven people, allowing everyone to stay connected.
5. Big on luxury
Inside the 2019 Cadillac Escalade, luxury surrounds you. Heated and cooled front seats, leather first- and second-row seats, memory seat settings, 12-way power-adjustable front seats, and tri-zone automatic climate control are standard on all 2019 Cadillac models. The Platinum trim features full semi-aniline leather seating, second-row bucket seats, a suede headliner, and genuine wood interior trim.
Similar vehicles
If you're interested in the 2019 Cadillac Escalade, you should also check out these similar vehicles from Previous generation years.
The Chevrolet Tahoe has all the size and space. The 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe is available with two engine choices and a six-speed automatic transmission. A front-wheel-drive 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe with the 5.3L V8 engine can tow up to an estimated 8,600 pounds when properly equipped.
There are three trims available to buy: LT, LS, and Premier. The base-level LS trim includes features like Android Auto™, Apple CarPlay®, tri-zone automatic climate control, and a six-speaker audio system.
Chevrolet Suburban
Maximize your space with the cavernous and comfortable Chevrolet Suburban. The 2019 Chevrolet Suburban offers a whopping 39.7 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row. With a total of 121.7 cubic feet behind the first row, there should be plenty of room for big items or up to eight passengers. This means the Suburban is fantastic for camping trips.
Available with a choice of two engines and in three trims: LS, LT, and Premier. The 2019 top-trim Premier features magnetically adjustable suspension, an eight-inch touchscreen, and a 10-speaker Bose sound system.
If you're interested in a different take on luxury, check out the 2019 Lincoln Navigator. Powered by a 450-horsepower twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 engine and a ten-speed automatic transmission, you'll enjoy the noise it makes as you pull away. Despite its size, the 2019 Lincoln Navigator with the V6 and RWD gets an estimated 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.
The 2019 Navigator and Navigator L are available in three trims, the base Navigator, Select, and Reserve. The Reserve trim features heated and cooled first and second-row seating, aluminum-alloy body panels, a power tailgate, a rear entertainment system, massage front seats, and a panoramic moonroof.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Cadillac Escalade an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Cadillac Escalade 8th out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.
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ESV Luxury 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Parking
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Folding Third Row
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Rear Entertainment System
- Running Boards
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
6.2L
Horsepower
420
Torque (ft-lbs)
460
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
31
Wheelbase
130"
Overall length
224.3"
Width
80.5"
Height
74"
Leg room
F 45.3"/M 39.7"/R 34.5"
Head room
F 39.7"/M 39.1"/R 38.5"
Front tires
P285/45R22
Rear tires
P285/45R22
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
810/8300 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2019 Cadillac Escalade FAQ
The 2019 Cadillac Escalade is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- ESV Luxury: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Base: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- ESV Platinum: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- ESV Premium Luxury: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Luxury: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Platinum: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Premium Luxury: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- ESV: 14 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
The Cadillac Escalade received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Cadillac Escalade as 7 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUV
The 2019 Cadillac Escalade has received an average 4.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 Cadillac Escalade, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 Cadillac Escalade Reviews.
The 2019 Cadillac Escalade has a maximum towing capacity of between 8100 and 8300 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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Color options
Exterior colors
Black Raven
Bronze Dune Metallic
Crystal White Tri-coat
Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic
Radiant Silver Metallic
Red Passion Tintcoat
Satin Steel Metallic
Shadow Metallic
Interior colors
Jet Black with Jet Black accents and Santos Palisander Burl wood trim
Shale with Jet Black accents and Black Marble Burl wood trim
Kona Brown with Jet Black accents and Natural Finish Elmwood trim
Jet Black semi-aniline leather with Jet Black suede accents and Sumi Black Tamo Ash wood trim
Maple Sugar semi-aniline leather with Jet Black accents and Sumi Black Tamo Ash wood trim
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