2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review

Name: 2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review
Brand: Cadillac
Price: 3235 USD
Rating: 4.8 (43 reviews)

2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum Edition AWD 4dr SUV

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Pros

Endless V8 power, plush ride quality, feels relatively nimble around turns, comfortable seats, plenty of cargo capacity, all the latest technological gadgets, best-in-class towing capacity.

Cons

Poor mileage, huge size makes it cumbersome in tight spots, a few noticeable instances of cost cutting.

What’s new

Changes this year include a redesigned gauge cluster, touchscreen capability with the optional navigation system, a more user-friendly driver information system and a refreshed door panel appearance. Additionally, walnut burled wood trim replaces last year's Zebrano wood.

Edmunds says

With its brash styling, class-leading V8 power, well-sorted vehicle dynamics and cavernous interior, the ESV is the Escalade of choice for those who want maximum utility and luxury.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$330/mo

$261/mo

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Very reliable mechanically. Electronics...not so much. Gets very expensive!

carguy2021, 07/25/2012

2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

I had it from about 90k miles to 140k miles. You can't beat the interior comfort and ride quality. The engine performed flawlessly, as did the transmission. There was always a "growling" noise coming from somewhere in the transfer case. It was very annoying, but I never did anything about it other than change the differential fluids and trans/transfer case fluids. This did not make the …

Best Truck on Market

Bizzy, 12/19/2005

2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum Edition AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

My Platinum Escalade ESV is the best truck on the market. It handles superbly, and for a big truck it has a lot of get up and go. I love to put it on the highway and go from Maryland to Miami or beyond. For long distances driving there is nothing better. The gas mileage isn't great, but it's well worth it. I will definitely trade it in for another one just like it in a year or two.

ESCALADE ESV

VICKY, 07/24/2004

2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum Edition AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

We just drove from Thomasville,Ga to Long Beach,CA and back. We were officials at the Olympic Swim Trials. We had to take a lot of stuff as we made several stops on the way and back. The gas millage was acceptable. We have the navigation sytem, satellite radio, DVD and TV. It was like riding in a 5 star hotel by day. We love it.

fun, fun, fun

baru, 02/07/2004

2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum Edition AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

RAIN, WIND, DEAD OF NIGHT..ETC. IF THE US POSTAL SVC HAD A TRUCK LIKE THIS THEIR SLOGAN WOULD BE THE MOST BELIEVABLE STATEMENT EVER MADE.

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2005 Escalade ESV Highlights

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$58,805
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	13 MPG
Cost to Drive	$330/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	45.7 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Escalade ESV include:

Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger3 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover3 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

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2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}

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Very reliable mechanically. Electronics...not so much. Gets very expensive!

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ESCALADE ESV

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2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.

Most helpful consumer reviews

Very reliable mechanically. Electronics...not so much. Gets very expensive!

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ESCALADE ESV

fun, fun, fun

2005 Escalade ESV Highlights

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.}