2025 Cadillac Escalade

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

Starting MSRP

$87,595

to $159,995

About the 2025 Cadillac Escalade

Thinking about the 2025 Cadillac Escalade? This machine is seriously large, measuring 211.9 inches long and 81.1 inches wide, so you’ll definitely notice it in the parking lot! But that size translates directly into serious comfort inside, especially for the first two rows, with front legroom at 44.5 inches. Under the hood, you get a capable 420 horsepower gas engine that feeds the rear wheels through a 10-speed automatic transmission. While it leans toward the premium side—with a starting price near $87,595—you’re paying for luxury and capability. Even though it drinks premium unleaded and nets about 17 MPG combined, the sheer presence and the ability to haul seven passengers comfortably make the 2025 Cadillac Escalade a compelling choice for those needing imposing style mixed with real-world utility.

Key Highlights

Substantial Power

The standard gas engine delivers 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, ensuring confident acceleration even when fully loaded with seven passengers.

Roomy Cabin

With 44.5 inches of front legroom, the driver and front passenger have ample space, making long road trips much more comfortable.

Towing Foundation

Standard rear-wheel drive paired with the robust engine platform sets a solid foundation for towing duties, though 4WD options are available across the 11 trims.

Premium Efficiency

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade achieves a 17 MPG combined rating (15 city/19 highway), which is respectable considering its sheer size and V8 power.

Best For

Large Families Needing Three Rows - With seating for seven and generous rear legroom of 41.8 inches in the second row, hauling the whole crew comfortably is simple.

Business Professionals Requiring Presence - The commanding dimensions (211.9 inches long) and premium price range up to $159,995 ensure this SUV makes a strong impression.

Luxury Haulers - Those who need to move gear after passengers can utilize the 25.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the third row.

Available Trims

Trim	MSRP	Drivetrain	Horsepower	MPG
Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$87,595	rear wheel drive	420 hp	17 mpg
Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$90,595	four wheel drive	420 hp	16 mpg
Premium Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$96,795	rear wheel drive	420 hp	17 mpg
Premium Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$99,795	four wheel drive	420 hp	16 mpg
Premium Luxury Platinum 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$116,395	rear wheel drive	420 hp	17 mpg
Premium Luxury Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$119,395	four wheel drive	420 hp	16 mpg
Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$97,395	rear wheel drive	420 hp	17 mpg
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$100,395	four wheel drive	420 hp	16 mpg
Sport Platinum 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$116,895	rear wheel drive	420 hp	17 mpg
Sport Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	$119,895	four wheel drive	420 hp	16 mpg
V 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl S/C 10A)	$159,995	all wheel drive	682 hp	13 mpg

Specifications Comparison

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Feature	Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Premium Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Premium Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Premium Luxury Platinum 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Premium Luxury Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Sport Platinum 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	Sport Platinum 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)	V 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl S/C 10A)
Safety (34 features)
Adaptive Headlights
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-Wheel	4-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 Headrests	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
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 Headrests	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
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 Displacement	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L	6.2 L
Base Engine Type	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas
Camshaft Type	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)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Cylinder Deactivation
Fuel Injection Type
Horsepower	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5600 rpm	682 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8	V8	V8	V8	V8	V8	V8	V8	V8	V8
Number of Valves	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16
Torque	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	653 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable	Variable
Drive Train (5 features)
4WD System Type	—	On Demand	—	On Demand	—	On Demand	—	On Demand	—	On Demand	—
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip	Limited Slip
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed	—	Electronic Hi-Lo	—	Electronic Hi-Lo	—	Electronic Hi-Lo	—	Electronic Hi-Lo	Electronic Single-Speed
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Fuel (5 features)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	360.0/456.0 mi.	336.0/432.0 mi.	360.0/456.0 mi.	336.0/432.0 mi.	360.0/456.0 mi.	336.0/432.0 mi.	360.0/456.0 mi.	336.0/432.0 mi.	360.0/456.0 mi.	336.0/432.0 mi.	264.0/408.0 mi.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/19 MPG	14/18 MPG	15/19 MPG	14/18 MPG	15/19 MPG	14/18 MPG	15/19 MPG	14/18 MPG	15/19 MPG	14/18 MPG	11/17 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	16 MPG	17 MPG	16 MPG	17 MPG	16 MPG	17 MPG	16 MPG	17 MPG	16 MPG	13 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.	24.0 gal.
Fuel Type	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 (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
Warranty (5 features)
Basic Warranty	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.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	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.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	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.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	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.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	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.	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 Display	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in	55.0 in
Premium Speaker Brand	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG	AKG
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic	With Real Time Traffic
Speaker System	19	19	19	19	36	36	19	19	36	36	36
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Subwoofer Count	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete	Discrete
USB Port
USB Port with External Media Control
Video Monitor	—	—	—	—			—	—
Power Feature (5 features)
Heated Mirrors
Keyless Entry
Moonroof Type	—	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors
Frontseats (19 features)
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way	8-way	8-way	12-way	12-way	8-way	8-way	12-way	12-way	12-way
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	—
Front Head Room	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.	42.3 in.
Front Hip Room	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.	61.7 in.
Front Leg Room	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.	44.5 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Shoulder Room	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.	65.5 in.
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way	8-way	8-way	12-way	12-way	8-way	8-way	12-way	12-way	12-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 Room	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.	38.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	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.	61.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	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.	41.8 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	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.	64.2 in.
Reclining Rear Seats
Tires and Wheels (8 features)
Painted Alloy Wheels	—	—	—	—					—	—	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	—	—							—	—	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching
Tire Size	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	275/50R22	285/40R24
Tire Type	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season	All Season
Wheel Dimensions	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	22 x 9.0 in	24 x 9.5 in
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy	—	—	—	—	—	—	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy	Painted 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)	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.	25.5 cu.ft.
Country of Final Assembly	United States	United States	United States	United States	United States	United States	United States	United States	United States	United States	United States
Curb Weight	5807 lbs.	6014 lbs.	5807 lbs.	6014 lbs.	5807 lbs.	6014 lbs.	5807 lbs.	6014 lbs.	5807 lbs.	6014 lbs.	6361 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	7400 lbs.	7600 lbs.	7400 lbs.	7600 lbs.	7400 lbs.	7600 lbs.	7400 lbs.	7600 lbs.	7400 lbs.	7600 lbs.	7700 lbs.
Height	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.	76.7 in.
Length	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.	211.9 in.
Maximum Cargo Capacity	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.	121.0 cu.ft.
Maximum Payload	1570 lbs.	1580 lbs.	1570 lbs.	1580 lbs.	1570 lbs.	1580 lbs.	1570 lbs.	1580 lbs.	1570 lbs.	1580 lbs.	1300 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity	8100 lbs.	7900 lbs.	8100 lbs.	7900 lbs.	8100 lbs.	7900 lbs.	8100 lbs.	7900 lbs.	8100 lbs.	7900 lbs.	7200 lbs.
Turning Circle	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	39.5 ft.	40.6 ft.
Wheelbase	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 in.	121.0 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 kind of gas does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade require?

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade recommends using premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance from its gas engine. This is typical for high-output V8 engines found across its many configurations.

How much passenger space can I expect in the 2025 Cadillac Escalade?

You can expect substantial room, especially up front where there is 44.5 inches of legroom; it comfortably seats seven passengers across its three rows.

Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade very large to maneuver?

Yes, at 211.9 inches long and 81.1 inches wide, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade is substantial. It utilizes a 10-speed automatic transmission to help manage the 420 hp output during driving.

What is the starting cost for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade?

The pricing for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade starts relatively high, beginning around $87,595 for the base Luxury trim. Keep in mind there are 11 trims available, topping out near $159,995.

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