2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV

SUV 7 seats 11 trims Luxury SUVs Over $80,000

Starting MSRP

$94,100

to $171,000

About the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV redefines the full-size luxury SUV experience with sheer presence and commanding power. Beneath its imposing exterior, the 6.2L V8 engine roars to life, delivering a robust 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, managed smoothly through a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission. Its substantial footprint, measuring 227.0 inches in length with a 134.0-inch wheelbase, translates into exceptional on-road stability, carving out an impressively controlled ride. While prioritizing opulence, the rear-wheel-drive architecture, standard on base models, offers a balanced feel, while the availability of 4WD expands its capability. This is a powerhouse built not just to carry, but to captivate every passenger.

Key Highlights

Massive Interior Volume

With 41.5 cubic feet of dedicated cargo capacity behind the third row, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV swallows gear without compromising passenger space.

Ample Front Legroom

Front occupants enjoy an expansive 44.5 inches of legroom, ensuring supreme comfort even on the longest interstate hauls.

Robust Power Delivery

The standard gas engine provides 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, paired with a responsive 10-speed automatic transmission for dynamic acceleration.

Commanding Stance

The Escalade ESV stands tall at 76.4 inches high and wide at 81.1 inches, asserting an undeniable, majestic road presence.

Best For

Executive Fleet Operators - With a starting price point well into the six figures, up to $171,000 across 11 available trims, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV projects definitive corporate luxury.
Large Families Needing Capacity - Seating seven passengers comfortably with 41.8 inches of rear legroom ensures second and third-row occupants are never cramped, even when the cargo area is full.
Long-Distance Towing Enthusiasts - While final towing figures are unavailable, the robust 460 lb-ft of torque from the 6.2L V8 suggests confident capability for pulling sizable trailers.

Available Trims

Trim MSRP Drivetrain Horsepower MPG
4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$94,100 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$97,100 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$105,100 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$108,100 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$122,900 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$125,900 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$123,400 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$126,400 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$105,700 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$108,700 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
V 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl S/C 10A)
$171,000 all wheel drive 682 hp 13 mpg
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Features Comparison

Feature
4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
V 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl S/C 10A)
Feature4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Platinum Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Platinum Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)V 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl S/C 10A)
Safety (33 features)
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel
Automatic Headlights
Blind Spot Monitor
Brake Assist
Daytime Running Lights
Driver Attention Alert
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
Engine Immobilizer
Front Head Airbags
Front Headrests22222222222
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
Headlight Delay-Off
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
LATCH System
LED Headlights
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Rear Head Airbags
Rear Headrests22222222222
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Self-Leveling Headlights
Third Row Head Airbags
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Traction Control System
Engine (10 features)
Base Engine Displacement6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L6.2 L
Base Engine Typegasgasgasgasgasgasgasgasgasgasgas
Camshaft TypeOverhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)Overhead valves (OHV)
Cylinder Deactivation
Fuel Injection Type
Horsepower420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm420 hp @ 5600 rpm682 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of CylindersV8V8V8V8V8V8V8V8V8V8V8
Number of Valves1616161616161616161616
Torque460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm653 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Variable Valve TimingVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariable
Drive Train (7 features)
4WD System TypeOn DemandOn DemandOn DemandOn DemandOn Demand
Drivetrain Typerear wheel drivefour wheel driverear wheel drivefour wheel driverear wheel drivefour wheel driverear wheel drivefour wheel driverear wheel drivefour wheel driveall wheel drive
Rear Differential TypeLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited SlipLimited Slip
Transfer Case GearingElectronic Single-SpeedElectronic Hi-LoElectronic Hi-LoElectronic Hi-LoElectronic Hi-LoElectronic Single-Speed
Transmission Type10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic
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Fuel (5 features)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)420.0/532.0 mi.392.0/504.0 mi.420.0/532.0 mi.392.0/532.0 mi.420.0/532.0 mi.392.0/504.0 mi.420.0/532.0 mi.392.0/504.0 mi.420.0/532.0 mi.392.0/504.0 mi.308.0/476.0 mi.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)15/19 MPG14/18 MPG15/19 MPG14/19 MPG15/19 MPG14/18 MPG15/19 MPG14/18 MPG15/19 MPG14/18 MPG11/17 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)17 MPG16 MPG17 MPG16 MPG17 MPG16 MPG17 MPG16 MPG17 MPG16 MPG13 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.28.0 gal.
Fuel Typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Warranty (5 features)
Basic Warranty4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Roadside Assistance6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Comfort & Convenience (34 features)
3rd Row Cupholders
Adaptive Cruise Control
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Automatic Parking Assist
Cooled Storage Compartment
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel
Digital Rearview Mirror
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Electric Power Steering
Front Cupholders
Front Door Pockets
Front Parking Sensors
Front Seatback Storage
Front View Camera
Heated Steering Wheel
Interior Air Filtration
Leather Steering Wheel
Leatherette Steering Wheel
Overhead Console with Storage
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Push Button Start
Rear Cupholders
Rear Door Pockets
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control
Rear View Camera
Side View Camera
Sun Sensor
Three Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors
Universal Remote Transmitter
Wireless Charging Pad
In Car Entertainment (14 features)
AM/FM Stereo
Android Auto (Wireless)
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
Auxiliary Audio Input
Infotainment Display55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in55.0 in
Premium Speaker BrandAKGAKGAKGAKGAKGAKGAKGAKGAKGAKGAKG
Satellite RadioWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time TrafficWith Real Time Traffic
Speaker System2121212138383838212138
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Subwoofer Count11111111111
Surround AudioDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscreteDiscrete
USB Port
USB Port with External Media Control
Video Monitor
Power Feature (5 features)
Heated Mirrors
Keyless Entry
Moonroof Type1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended1st Row Power Glass Extended
One-Touch Power Windows44444444444
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors
Frontseats (19 features)
Driver Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-level
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Driver Seat Lumbar SupportPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPower
Driver Seat Memory Settings22222222222
Driver Seat Power Adjustments8-way8-way8-way8-way12-way12-way12-way12-way8-way8-way12-way
Driver Seat Ventilation
Front Head Room42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.
Front Hip Room61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.
Front Leg Room44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.44.5 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Shoulder Room65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.65.5 in.
Passenger Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-level
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment
Passenger Seat Lumbar SupportPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPowerPower
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments8-way8-way8-way8-way12-way12-way12-way12-way8-way8-way12-way
Passenger Seat Ventilation
Seat Massage Function
Seat Material: Leather
Seat Material: Premium Leather
Rearseats (9 features)
Folding Center Armrest
Folding Rear Seatback
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)
Power Folding Third Row Seat
Rear Head Room38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.38.9 in.
Rear Hip Room61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.61.0 in.
Rear Leg Room41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.41.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.64.2 in.
Reclining Rear Seats
Tires and Wheels (8 features)
Painted Alloy Wheels
Polished Alloy Wheels
Spare Tire LocationUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody Mounted
Spare Tire TypeFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-Matching
Tire Size275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22275/50R22285/40R24
Tire TypeAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll Season
Wheel Dimensions22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in22 x 9.0 in24 x 9.5 in
Wheel FinishPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted Alloy
Suspension (3 features)
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Instrumentation (5 features)
Clock
Compass
External Temperature Display
Tachometer
Trip Computer
Measurements (12 features)
Cargo Capacity (Seats Up)41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.41.5 cu.ft.
Country of Final AssemblyUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited States
Curb Weight6038 lbs.6241 lbs.6038 lbs.6241 lbs.6038 lbs.6241 lbs.6038 lbs.6241 lbs.6038 lbs.6241 lbs.6510 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)7600 lbs.7700 lbs.7600 lbs.7700 lbs.7600 lbs.7700 lbs.7600 lbs.7700 lbs.7600 lbs.7700 lbs.7700 lbs.
Height76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.76.4 in.
Length227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.227 in.
Maximum Cargo Capacity142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.142.2 cu.ft.
Maximum Payload1600 lbs.1500 lbs.1600 lbs.1500 lbs.1600 lbs.1500 lbs.1600 lbs.1500 lbs.1600 lbs.1500 lbs.1140 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity7500 lbs.7300 lbs.7500 lbs.7300 lbs.7500 lbs.7300 lbs.7500 lbs.7300 lbs.7500 lbs.7300 lbs.7000 lbs.
Turning Circle43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.43.3 ft.44.5 ft.
Wheelbase134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.134.0 in.
Width (Without Mirrors)81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.81.1 in.
Telematics (8 features)
Airbag Deployment Notification
Concierge Service
Destination Download
Emergency Service
Hands-Free Calling
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Tracking
Turn-by-Turn Navigation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fuel economy like on the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV posts a combined fuel economy rating of 17 MPG. Expect 15 MPG in city driving and 19 MPG on the highway with the standard rear-wheel-drive setup.

Does the 2026 Escalade ESV require premium fuel?

Yes, the 6.2L V8 engine is specified to recommend premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance and engine health.

How much more substantial is the ESV compared to the standard Escalade?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV offers an extended length of 227.0 inches, providing substantial extra real estate over the standard model for maximum cargo utility.

What drives the base model of the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV?

The standard configuration utilizes a rear-wheel-drive architecture mated to the potent 420 horsepower V8 engine, offering precise handling characteristics.

What is the price spread for the 11 available trims?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV pricing ranges significantly from a low of $94,100 to a high of $171,000, depending on the selected trim level and configuration.

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