2026 Cadillac Escalade

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

Starting MSRP

$91,100

to $168,000

About the 2026 Cadillac Escalade

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade asserts its dominance not just with its imposing 211.9-inch length and commanding presence, but through sheer engineering muscle. Under the hood, the robust gasoline engine unleashes a substantial 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, channeled expertly through a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission. This power ensures swift, confident acceleration for such a substantial SUV, even when fully loaded with its seven passengers. Driving dynamics are refined, leveraging a wide 121.0-inch wheelbase that promises stability when carving highways. From the available 4WD configurations to the impressive 44.5 inches of front legroom, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade masterfully blends flagship luxury with the raw capability expected of an American icon.

Key Highlights

Torque-Rich Power

The engine delivers a solid 460 lb-ft of torque, providing effortless towing and confident merging capabilities straight from the rear-wheel-drive platform.

Expansive Interior Space

With 44.5 inches of front legroom and 41.8 inches in the second row, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ensures maximum comfort for all seven occupants across its substantial dimensions.

Fuel Economy Balance

Despite its size, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade achieves a combined 17 MPG (15 city/19 highway), a respectable figure for a premium, full-size vehicle requiring premium unleaded fuel.

Commanding Footprint

Measuring 81.1 inches wide and 76.7 inches tall, the Escalade’s dimensions provide an unmatched road presence and excellent inherent stability.

Best For

Executive Haulers - With a starting price of $91,100 and a top-tier trim hitting $168,000, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade offers a versatile, high-status vehicle for transporting clients or family.
Long-Distance Road Trippers - The impressive 121.0-inch wheelbase and ample 44.5 inches of front legroom contribute to superior ride quality over extended highway stretches.
Performance-Oriented Utility Seekers - Those demanding assertive capability will appreciate the 420 hp output paired with the responsiveness of the 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Available Trims

Trim MSRP Drivetrain Horsepower MPG
4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$91,100 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$94,100 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$102,100 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$105,100 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$119,900 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$122,900 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$120,400 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$123,400 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$102,700 rear wheel drive 420 hp 17 mpg
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
$105,700 four wheel drive 420 hp 16 mpg
V 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl S/C 10A)
$168,000 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 (34 features)
Adaptive Headlights
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 (5 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 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
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 MPG14/18 MPG15/19 MPG14/18 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 Capacity24.0 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 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)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 AssemblyUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited States
Curb Weight5860 lbs.6067 lbs.5860 lbs.6067 lbs.5860 lbs.6067 lbs.5860 lbs.6067 lbs.5860 lbs.6067 lbs.6352 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.
Height76.7 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.
Length211.9 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 Capacity121.0 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 Payload1570 lbs.1580 lbs.1570 lbs.1580 lbs.1570 lbs.1580 lbs.1570 lbs.1580 lbs.1570 lbs.1580 lbs.1300 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity8100 lbs.7900 lbs.8100 lbs.7900 lbs.8100 lbs.7900 lbs.8100 lbs.7900 lbs.8100 lbs.7900 lbs.7200 lbs.
Turning Circle39.5 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.
Wheelbase121.0 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 is the standard engine configuration for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade?

The standard engine is a potent V8 gas engine, generating 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque across all detailed trims. This engine is paired standard with a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

How much cargo space is available behind the third row in the 2026 Cadillac Escalade?

When all seven passenger seats are occupied, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade offers 25.5 cubic feet of dedicated cargo capacity, suitable for essential luggage or shopping.

Does the 2026 Cadillac Escalade offer four-wheel drive?

Yes, many of the 11 available trims include a 4WD option, such as the 'Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD' variant, alongside the standard rear-wheel-drive models.

What is the price spread between the entry-level and top-tier 2026 Cadillac Escalade models?

The pricing for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ranges significantly, starting at $91,100 for the base model and climbing to a maximum of $168,000 for the fully equipped, highest-level trim.

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