2007 Cadillac Escalade Consumer Reviews Page 2

Segment Leader

Written by: xcesshp on 09/25/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Purchased Dec'06 about 17000 miles so far. Only 2 issues, battery died first month, and heated seats didn't work even though cooled function worked, both fixed without further incident. The interior is user friendly and car-like, exudes luxury, huge improvement over previous generation. Very comfy seats. AC strong and cold in 100+ temps. 11mpg mixed 19mpg highway. My particular truck doesn't suffer the excessive wind noise but did notice it on the loaner. Changing from a CLK55AMG overall pleased with the vehicle. No vehicle is perfect, everyone has different needs. For overall combination of size, power, handling, luxury and utility, this is currently the segment leader.

Favorite Features

Exterior look, power liftgate, electrolumenescent guages, smooth V8/tranny/403hp, touchscreen DVD nav surround system, remote engine start, handling/ride/turning radius, large side mirrors, heated/cooled seats, rear backup camera, 22" wheels, heated steering wheel, OnStar when address not on DVD

Suggested Improvements

XM Nav traffic, heads up display, fold flat 3rd row without sacrificing cargo height space, power tilt/telescoping steering wheel, 2nd row legroom, express up/down all windows, more storage, MP3 integration/hard drive based NAV, console big enough for laptop or cooler for drinks, push button start

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Bad Luck

Written by: ggc on 09/17/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I had the misfortune of choosing probably the worst Escalade in the lot. When I see all these "10" ratings in performance form other customers, I just feel like crying. Just bought a 2007 Escalade. I always wanted to have a Cadillac. I had a Navigator before (which I loved ) but the new ones are so ugly.. The Escalade is so impresive and beautiful.. But is probably the worst ride I ever had...starting with the loud wind noise, busy and rough shifting and having to "step on it" to get some kind of speed. I regret this buy big time. Dealer cannot "reproduce" the problem. I wany my Chrysler Pacifica back!

Favorite Features

Elegant exterior, navigation system, seats

Suggested Improvements

Wind noise, smoother shift, ride etc

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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GM is alive again, and will dominate

Written by: phil1psc on 08/20/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The sleeping giant is awake and has made one awesome vehicle. This is unbelievable how nice a suv this is. I love the looks you get from all types of people. But you should it's part of the new GM. "They're back". Doesn't get any better. Keep doing what you're doing. You have let all know who is number 1

Favorite Features

Front grille. It's massive looking.

Suggested Improvements

3 out 5 people found this review helpful

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I have driven all SUVs

Written by: jeffram on 08/18/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have had the LX470, Hummer h2 sut, test drove the Lincoln Navigator. The Lincoln was my second choice as I pull a boat and the LX470 is sorry to tow 6000 lbs. I went into the Caddy pessimistic because of the plastic wood and the uncomfortable seats and a stiffer than expected suspension. My Hummer was smoother. The Navigator dash design is horrible and the rear entertainment system looks like an aftermarket install. The Escalade will grow on you. It is the best SUV on the market. There isnt a better user friendly Nav entertainment system. If you do not choose this option you are missing out! I went in with a 2 year lease waiting for the new LX. I am staying with Caddy!

Favorite Features

User friendly entertainment system. Nice engine, remote start, Tiptronic shift, rear air, great interior design asthetics

Suggested Improvements

Please Grandma cant lift out 3rd row seats. Uncomfortable Captain Seats. Remote start distance not far enuff. No Bluetooth. Plastic wood. No aftermarket rear seat center console. Remote garage door opener will not work on gate entries. Voice Nav doesnt work worth a hoot.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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2007 Escalade AWD

Written by: PS on 07/02/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This is my 4th Escalade. Overall good experience. Love driving this vehicle. However, 2007 model is the least comfortable to drive. Interior is lovely, but smaller that previous years.

Favorite Features

Bose system, smooth ride, navigation and parking assist feature. Exterior and interior appearance, auto gate lift, remote start, AWD

Suggested Improvements

Interior room, uncomfortable seats, gas mileage, wind noise

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Better than expected

Written by: Michael on 06/27/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The new Escalade is extremely impressive with 400hp, creature comforts galore, and attractive styling. The comfort level of the new Escalade is extremely high. The seats are a little flat with little side support, but amazing seat warmers make up for it, same with the second row. The GPS and rear view camera system is the best I have ever experienced, even better than other Cadillacs. The styling is far better inside and out than all other competitors. The engine sounds great and has decent pull for such a large vehicle, even though the amazing engine suffers in fuel economy. I average about 12 with mostly city and the occasional highway.

Favorite Features

Amazing GPS, best seat warmers, good looks inside and out, lots of features

Suggested Improvements

Power. 3rd row into the floor. Better seat support, wider second row doors.

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Love it

Written by: thompsrw on 06/22/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I've had my '07 now for about 3 months. All in all I love it. Reading through a few reviews made me worried because of the reliability etc. I've not had a single issue with mine. Only issue I have is the gas mileage. But lets be honest, we're not buying an SUV this size for gas mileage. Turning radius is incredible, speed and power is perfect and the looks both in and out are top of the line- bar none. Expensive but worth it. I've test driven and owned several other luxury SUV's - BMW, Navigator, Range Rover etc., and I'm still glad I bought it.

Favorite Features

Interior space, 22" rims, cooled seats.

Suggested Improvements

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Great Wheels

Written by: Hilbilly on 06/21/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Got my new 'Slade about a month ago. So far has 1000 miles. Love the power and comfort. The 403 hp enables me to quickly pass just about anything but a gas station. But I knew what I was in for and am pleasantly surprised by the highway mileage of 19 mpg. Around town it's less but that's the price you pay. Seats are very comfortable and long drives are no problem. Love the audio/nav system and the muted ride when the road is a bit rough. But it's still a truck. That said, there's absolutely no other vehicle I’d rather have than this one. Three friend recently bought Toyota Sequoia, Lexus GX and Aston Martin. I'll take my Escalade over them any day.

Favorite Features

Power, looks, comfort. The Nav/audio system is tops. Good front area storage in console. Sitting up high is a real nice feature in heavy traffic.

Suggested Improvements

Where is the "flash to pass" system? Why not a jack to plug in my ipod? How soon before we get Independent rear suspension?

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Absolutely Horrible

Written by: THEKID on 05/24/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I have had this car for under a year, and I have never had a car need to go to service more in my life. I have had the brakes serviced 7 times already. It seems like one thing after another goes wrong, and for what you pay, I am horrified with the amount of time I have to deal getting the car serviced. I got it for the children, but what a mistake. I wish I had my 5 series back. Please do not get this vechicle it is the worst waste of money! The inside and exterior look is the only positive about this, but I want to be able to drive a car not just look at it in the driveway. I hope this helps you all!

Favorite Features

Interior room, cooled seats (when working), 400+ hp engine

Suggested Improvements

Allow people to use the navigation while driving. The molding catches on the passenger door. Brakes!

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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'07 Escalade

Written by: Brandon James on 05/21/2007

Vehicle

2007 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Had it for about 1 1/2 months. Drive it as often as I can. Always look forwad to getting into it. The ride is smooth, quite and comfortable.

Favorite Features

XM radio. Bose sound system sounds fantastic. Automatic trunk lift and folding seats are a great option as well. The instrument cluster is easy to read and looks great..

Suggested Improvements

Soundproof the headliner better, tends to rattle. Fuel economy can stand some improvement. Why is the battery on the passenger side and not in the front like on the Tahoe?. There is a huge open space for it.

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