Used 2009 Cadillac Escalade Consumer Reviews
Used Escalade for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 Escalade, so we've included reviews for other years of the Escalade since its last redesign.
Surprisingly good
domesticdude, 03/25/2008
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Cadillac is on a role, and the Escalade is no exception. It has great looks, lots of luxury and features, 403 hp, and an exhaust note from a muscle car. I never thought i would buy and SUV, but the Escalade sold itself. The power and exhaust note surprised me most as it is quick (for and SUV), and sounds great. The handling also really surprised me as it handles like a much smaller car. The only negatives i can fin is the old school tilt only steering wheel, third row seat ( everything about it from room to not power folding), and a light in the rear of the car rattles. The GPS in this car is absolutely fantastic, it is the highlight of an already great interior. Just a great SUV.
Rolling the dice on the 08 'Slade
Halls1030, 12/22/2007
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Decided on the 08 AWD Escalade after test driving the 08: MDX, GL320 & 450, Q7, Range Rover Sport, X5, & Sequoia Platinum. We decided to roll the dice on GM after getting an unbelieveable deal on a lease. Now anyone doing homework on the Escalade knows this SUV has pros/cons. Reliability issues, possible wind noise, gas mileage...and while we liked the GL 320 & 450 the pricing was too good to pass up on the Caddy. Wife loves it. Tons of room inside, great rear-entertainment (unfortunately it blocks rear view mirror. No problems to date though. We love the curb appeal as well. I will say anyone shopping an large SUV must check out the 08 Seqouia Platinum. Understated & loaded!
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Exactly what I expected
BK, 04/03/2008
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my first Cadillac in October of 07 and have been happy with the experience so far. Exterior style is pretty much the best aspect of the car. It's classy and has an edge. The ride is luxury car smooth for the most part. I don't feel tired most of the time I drive home from a long day at work. Fuel economy is average at best but I expected that. At $3.10/gal a fill up is $60, which lasts me about a week. Build quality is as good as other luxury cars. Lots of cheap plastic and panels that do squeak and come off. It looks good though. Nav system is great. Seats are comfy. And caddy dealers are willing to deal a little for the car. All in all I'm very satisfied
Little things will fail but keeps going!
Gen, 06/16/2023
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have 250k miles on my escalade and still the original motor and transmission! Yes, cheap gm parts like door lock actuators and sensors will fail with time, but the important stuff keeps going! Does it leak oil from every part that can? YES! I change my oil every 5k miles, and it uses maybe half a quart, probably mostly from rear main leaking.. Feels great to drive.. Parts are cheap. Easy to work on im not sure how i would feel if i bought this for 70k... but spending 10k on it 12 years later I'm ok with this being a safe, reliable family vehicle.
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Dont buy for looks, Has big problems
jason , 07/14/2007
2008 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Mechanically this car is junk. It is a new engine transmission combo for GM and they definitely didn't nail this one. Maybe in a few years they can make it better. I have had both engine and transmission problems with it and it only has about 12000 miles. JD Powers has rated it a 2 star for mechanical quality and that is very generous of them. All the good reviews are just for 1st drives and the looks after you have it a little while you will see the poor quality of this vehicle! And this is coming from a GM man that has always liked and bought GM!