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Used 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Cadillac, worth every penny

Saleenster, 07/14/2006
2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4dr Crew Cab AWD (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful

My Escalade has been a very dependable truck. If you are looking for luxury, but still want the ruggedness of a truck, this is it. I highly recommend it. The Bose audio is decent, but you really need a sub to go with it. It is fun to drive. The factory chrome wheels will do for a while, but I really need to upgrade to bigger rims. Overall, I like the exterior and interior styling and the performance is there when you need it.

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2.13 out of 5 stars

Chevrolet needs to get a better attitude

shane, 08/22/2005
2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I leased a Cadillac Escalade EXT for 3 years now and I will never purchase one again! after the 80,000 KM warranty was up the diferential berrings went along with wheel bearings. Would GM help? NO! I was at 82,446 KM and they wouldn't even split the bill. Things continue to break. Now a front shock air bag is punctured and not covered by the warranty. Here's my answer to GM. I have been faithful for the past 20 years, but no longer. Good luck with this Escalade when you get it back, becuse now you can pay to fix it!

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2 out of 5 stars

Not again.

Lisa M. Kaiser, 12/18/2015
2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I purchased my 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT with 90,000 miles. I have had to replace the transmission, front differential, and the transfer case (which I am currently looking for). I had a 1997 Tahoe with 287,000 miles and it ran like a new automobile until I was hit in the back and totaled it. That was the bomb. This one has been the biggest money pit. Sorry I ever purchased this vehicle. The sunroof is leaking costs another $1,000.00. Close to $9,000...shame.

Safety
2 out of 5 stars
Technology
2 out of 5 stars
Performance
1 out of 5 stars
Interior
3 out of 5 stars
Comfort
3 out of 5 stars
Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Value
1 out of 5 stars
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2 out of 5 stars

Could be Better

Chad Mollenhauer, 01/28/2006
2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I really like my 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT until I started to have issues with it. With only 12,000 miles I had had problems with the seat controls, navigation system (x2), rear differental, and cruise issues with wiring. So it to recap it has been less than a good ownership expierence.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

240,000 miles and going strong

Travis Ray, 04/17/2015
2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT 4dr Crew Cab AWD SB (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2005 EXT in Oct 2004 and still own it today (April 2015) with 240,000 miles. This is the best damn car/truck I've ever owned. Runs and looks great with only minor maint issues over the years.

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