pros & cons

pros

More than enough power from the standard 6.2-liter V8 engine
luxurious cabin remains pleasantly quiet in nearly any circumstance
optional second-row bench increases seating capacity to eight
impressive towing abilities that most competitors can't match.

cons

Truck-based chassis translates into a less refined ride quality
high cargo floor makes loading more difficult
third-row seats are uncomfortable even for children
the infotainment system can sometimes be frustrating.

Performance

Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV MSRP: $81,395

Based on the Luxury Auto 4WD 7-passenger 4-dr 4dr SUV with typically equipped options.

EPA Est. MPG	17
Transmission	Automatic
Drive Train	Four Wheel Drive
Displacement	6.2 L
Passenger Volume	120.8 cu ft

Wheelbase	116 in
Length	203 in
Width	80 in
Height	74 in
Curb Weight	5785 lbs

Standard Features

Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV MSRP: $81,395

Based on the Luxury Auto 4WD 7-passenger 4-dr 4dr SUV with typically equipped options.

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USB Inputs
Bluetooth
8000lb Towing Capacity
Leather Seats
Lane Departure Warning
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Mobile Internet
Sunroof/Moonroof
Alarm
2nd Row Bucket Seats

Blind Spot Monitoring
Power Driver Seat
Fold Flat Rear Seats
Post-collision safety system
AWD/4WD
Pre-collision safety system
Stability Control
Heads up display
Towing Hitch
Cooled Seats

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Trims: Base, Luxury, Premium, Premium Luxury, Platinum, Platinum Edition. Features: Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Auto Climate Control, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Heated seats, Leather Seats, Parking sensors, Power Driver Seat, Rear Bench Seats, Third-row seating, Trip Computer, Stability Control, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Towing Hitch, AWD/4WD, 2nd Row Bucket Seats, Post-collision safety system, Tire Pressure Warning, Upgraded Headlights, Power Liftgate/Trunk, Remote Start, Sunroof/Moonroof, Navigation, 8000lb Towing Capacity, Cooled Seats, Bluetooth, Blind Spot Monitoring, USB Inputs, Aux Audio Inputs, Rear Entertainment System, Back-up camera, Heads up display, Lane Departure Warning, Keyless Entry/Start, Pre-collision safety system, 360-degree camera, Mobile Internet, 6000lb Towing Capacity, Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Adaptive Cruise Control, Upgraded Stereo, 5000lb Towing Capacity. Engine/Mechanics: 8 cylinders. Transmission: Automatic. Fuel Type: regular unleaded, premium unleaded (recommended), flex-fuel (premium unleaded recommended/E85), flex-fuel (unleaded/E85). Drivetrain: all wheel drive, four wheel drive, rear wheel drive.

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Like its predecessors over the past 19 years, the 2017 Cadillac Escalade delivers a blend of opulence, power and status that resonates with many shoppers exploring the realm of full-size luxury SUVs. But the fact that it's become a favorite among high-profile celebrities, sports stars and business moguls doesn't detract from the Escalade's value as a capable people, cargo and trailer hauler.

Changes for 2017 include reconfigured trim levels, new 22-inch alloy wheels, a rear passenger reminder, teen-driver monitor and a parking assist system, which uses sensors to automatically steer the Escalade into either a perpendicular or parallel space. There's also a unique rearview mirror that's actually a screen for a tailgate-mounted camera, a feature that provides a much broader view behind the vehicle than a conventional mirror.

Power for the Escalade comes from a 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque and drives the rear wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission. A four-wheel-drive option includes high and low modes to cope with various road conditions and trailering requirements, as well as an auto mode for everyday driving that automatically switches from two-wheel to four-wheel propulsion.

Built on a truck chassis ? shared with the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon in standard-wheelbase form and with the Suburban and Yukon XL in the longer ESV model ? the Escalade tends to be a bit harsher over bumps than some of its car-based rivals, although this is mitigated somewhat by the standard Magnetic Ride Control. But the more robust construction will appeal to buyers who intend to tow large trailers, haul a lot of cargo or take the vehicle off-road.

The Escalade might share underpinnings with its siblings from Chevy and GMC, but on the inside the Cadillac makes an entirely different statement. The class-leading interior boasts features that include heated and cooled leather seats, wood and metal trim, ambient lighting and tri-zone climate control, as well as acoustic glass and active noise cancellation for a quiet ride. In addition to a plethora of standard equipment, a wide range of available packages and accessories allow buyers to tailor the cabin to their individual requirements.

Fuel economy may not be the Escalade's strong suit, but its numbers are par for the course with this class of vehicle. Both the two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive versions are rated by the EPA at a combined 17 mpg (15 city/22 highway and 15 city/20 highway, respectively).

The base Escalade comes extremely well equipped, but shoppers looking for more technology and convenience features can opt for the Luxury and Premium Luxury trim levels. And the top-of-the-line Platinum model piles on even more goodies, like a refrigerated center console, massaging driver seat and exotic wood trim. Whatever your preference, let Edmunds help you find the 2017 Cadillac Escalade that best meets your needs.

Edmunds attended a manufacturer-sponsored event, to which selected members of the press were invited, to facilitate this report.

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