2003 Cadillac Escalade Consumer Reviews

Love my Escalade AWD

Written by: Happy Customer on 08/29/2005

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I just baught a used 2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD. I love it. I have owned many cars and SUVs, from Lexus, Mercedes and many others. Not only does my Escalade look cool but it drives as good as it looks. I did put on 22" rims. Only problem with the wheels is the Escalade attracts alot of attention. Sometimes it can be unwanted attention but I wouldn't change a thing.

Favorite Features

Style and comfort.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage is bad but not unexpected. It is a very large vehicle and has lots and lots of power.

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My 2003 Escalade

Written by: John Gentile on 06/01/2005

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The only thing that has gone wrong for me is the front seat has poped off twice. The bottom of the seat material pops away from frame of seat and makes a loud noise every time. I do not care about the milage. I think it is fine for the weight of the car. I love my Escalade. I think Cadillac has got it right. It handles like a dream and turns on a dime. I love the interior but the clock is a little loud. I had a blowout on the freeway while on vacation with my family. The stability Track worked perfect and did not pull stopping straight as an arrow.

Favorite Features

1) The 345 HP engine when I pass I pass in a hurry. All other SUV's of this size take forever to pass a semi-Truck. 2) XM Radio 3 )On Star 4) the stability Track would not be without it again. 5) Navagation System 6) Bose Stero System

Suggested Improvements

OnStar phone needs to be improved as the automated operator will sometime say the wrong number. Trim and fit I found to be good. The interior looks a lot like other GM trucks, it should be more unique to Cadillac.

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Best money ever spent

Written by: gohoney on 08/29/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

We have thoroughly enjoyed this vehicle so far. The kids have enjoyed it and we are already ready for an ESV.

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Kudos to Designer of the Escalade!

Written by: Michele736 on 08/05/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Really like this truck. Is comfortable, has great visibility, like the interior for the most part. Exterior looks great! That counts for something~right! Very easy to park, brake & back up. Like the reverse chimes, they are not annoying(like in the Jag). Would prefer that the fake wood was real (very very cheap~who dropped the ball on that detail? Demote him!) The interior is definitely more cheaply stylized than it should be. It is still a Cadillac after all. Way too noisy for my taste. But the soundproofing is very good. Just hate slinking through neighborhoods like a redneck. Exhaust is too loud, this thing should purr or at least make it an option.

Favorite Features

345HP engine! Lots of power. Handling is really confident. Adjustable foot pedals & seat! Easy to get into and out of. Entertainment system keeps the kids occupied. Safety features. OnStar. Great service department at DeVoe Cadillac! And of course.....Its looks! It's beautiful!

Suggested Improvements

Class up interior~NO fake metal woodgrain! Use stainless steel/burl oak or leather. Needs power liftgate. Can't even reach the strap to pull it down if my hands are full. Auto up windows. Quieter muffler. Proximity warning on front bumper. More airbags/side crash window curtains.

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BEST CAR FOR ME

Written by: shibby da dib on 04/07/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

this car was amazing to drive, fun for my kids, in fact i bought my twin sons them for there sweet 16

Favorite Features

T.V.s in back seat, Custon job from west coast customs

Suggested Improvements

better gas milage

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great car but worth it??

Written by: pohanka on 03/09/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

bought our escalade diamond white. great car. runs great. some minor problems during first month of purchase. had worries, but after about 1000 miles, it ran good as new. gas mileage? improved dramatically after adding borla exhaust. sound is great, performance increased as well as gas mileage. for 60K its worth buying

Favorite Features

endless v-8, borla exhaust, ride, cargo space

Suggested Improvements

bigger rims! at least 22's, better interior design.

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Lexus to Cadillac

Written by: BJSMOM on 12/27/2003

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Nice looking but definitely not quality built. Have had amplifer and rear wiper replaced since purchased in mid August.

Favorite Features

The vehicle looks great!

Suggested Improvements

Use better quality materials in manufacturing American top of the line vehicles.

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DIAMONDS AND PEARLS

Written by: bundy on 12/26/2003

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I BOUGHT MY ESCALADE RIGHT OFF THE SHOWROOM FLOOR. TOTALLY LOADED, WHITE DIAMOND EXTERIOR. A JOY TO LOOK AT AND DRIVE. THE RUMBLE OF ITS OVERSIZED V-8 SENDS CHILLS DOWN MY BACK. ALL I ADDED WAS 22" RIMS AND TIRES WHICH INCREASED ITS OVERALL STABILITY. WHAT A CHARM TO DRIVE.

Favorite Features

BOSE STEREO AND MONSTER V-8

Suggested Improvements

BETTER GAS MILEAGE (SMALL SACRIFICE FOR SUCH A MAGNIFICIENT MACHINE.

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greatest ride

Written by: chinaview1999 on 12/06/2003

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

It is a thrill every morning to watch my wife drive away in our diamond white Caddy. we still can not believe that we actually own this ultimate SUV. It is definitely a beauty with a monsterous power inside. Its comfort makes your heart want to sing. Great reward for our hard work.

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Cool Escalade

Written by: maria gordon on 11/08/2003

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac Escalade Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I enjoy driving a SUV vehicle, owned Jeeps before for 18 years and find the Escalade much better. Visibility is great, the car seems to handle the curves much better than any Jeeps.The interior stays cleaner, seating is very comfortable, acceleration is super therefore passing another vehicle is easy..in fact much better than the DeVille 2002 model.My only gripe...the radio buttons they are not equal to the rest of the Escalade..seem shoddy!!

Favorite Features

There are so many favorite features, hard to name any! The Escalade is a simple, easy to take care off vehicle!

Suggested Improvements

The radio knob needs to be improoved, perhaps going over the systems, it truly has flaws compared to the DeVille. Mine was broken the very first week and is now broken again...I am very careful with them and yet the spring is broken again.

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