2026 Cadillac Escalade

Price Range: $91,100 - $168,000

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$92,342

Prices based on sales in VA thru 1/26/26

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Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$277/mo

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Cadillac Escalade Reviews

Owner Reviews

3.7

28 reviews

5(57%)

4(7%)

3(7%)

2(4%)

1(25%)

Owners Say

The overall sentiment for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade is mixed. Owners love the comfort, smooth ride, spacious interior, and features like the massage seats and touchscreen which make it feel luxurious. However, there are complaints about reliability issues, high fuel consumption, and some finds that the technology can be difficult to use or isn't designed well. Some owners also faced problems with the engine, brakes, and had a poor experience with customer service, leading them to regret their purchase or consider alternatives.

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Most Helpful Owner Review

Beautiful Car then Major Engine Failure!

David Holihan, 12/28/2021

2021 Cadillac Escalade Premium Luxury Platinum 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)

First off the car: We ordered it from scratch, waited six months and have been rewarded with a wonderful car. We love it. Beautiful in every way, quiet, smooth, powerful, well thought out, I could go on and on. The super cruise control is just that. IT WORKS! It makes long distance driving so much more relaxing. The night vision option works very well and safely. We are delighted …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade, so we've included review for other years of the Escalade since its last redesign.

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2026 Cadillac Escalade video

Cadillac Escalade vs. Lincoln Navigator: The Big, Bad, Luxury SUV Battle

NOTE: This video is about the 2025 Cadillac Escalade, but since the 2026 Cadillac Escalade is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.

Do you relish opulence? Are you looking for the biggest SUV you can buy? Well, you’ve come to the right place: In this video, Edmunds’ Nick Yekikian compares the redesigned Lincoln Navigator with the updated Cadillac Escalade in a battle of giant SUVs with similarly large price tags.

2026 Cadillac Escalade Features & Specs

Type:

SUV

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$91,100
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$277/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	25.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Reliability

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3 out of 5, ranks it #8 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

3 out of 5 stars3/5Average

#8 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$689/yr

vs. $735/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV

Frequency

1.31x/yr

vs. 1.83x/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV

Severity

24.4%

vs. 16.5%
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 6 years / 70,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 6 years / 70,000 miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 1 years / unlimited miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Escalade include:

Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	4 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	3 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	21.2%

FAQ

Is the Cadillac Escalade a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2026 Escalade both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2026 Escalade gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 28 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Escalade has 25.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Cadillac Escalade. Learn more

Is the Cadillac Escalade reliable?

To determine whether the Cadillac Escalade is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Escalade. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Escalade's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2026 Cadillac Escalade is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2026 Escalade gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 28 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2026 Escalade is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2026 Cadillac Escalade?

The least-expensive 2026 Cadillac Escalade is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $91,100.

Other versions include:

4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $91,100
4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $94,100
Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $102,100
Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $102,700
Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $105,100
Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $105,700
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $119,900
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $120,400
Platinum Luxury 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $122,900
Platinum Sport 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $123,400
V 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl S/C 10A) which starts at $168,000

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What are the different models of Cadillac Escalade?

If you're interested in the Cadillac Escalade, the next question is, which Escalade model is right for you? Escalade variants include 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A), 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A), Luxury 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A), and Sport 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A). For a full list of Escalade models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

2026 Cadillac Escalade

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