Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 City / 21 HWY
Horsepower
420
Seats
7 -8
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jackie M
My spacious yet classy ride
My vehicle is fully loaded it comfortable and plush like myself. I love taking trips to the beach with the kids as well as having a girls night out on the town. Its spacious and classy. I love the heated seats and extra foot step to step up in and hop down out of with ease.
accountCircle Mark M
The finest SUV made in America today.
I do not have any problems with this vehicle except that I have found it is just a little too big for me. I'd recommend it to anyone who needs a big SUV. Everything is top notch. The interior is luxurious and the technology is beyond cutting edge. Cadillac is back in it is stride.
accountCircle Alana F
I cannot remember all of the details.
I love this SUV. It is very comfortable and spacious. I do not think I'll be purchasing another car anytime soon. It is great for traveling long distance. It is a little ehh on gas but nothing I cannot handle. Great “mom” car and perfect for big families.
accountCircle Erin B
The lane detection and correction.
There was a known transmission issue fixed under warranty. The attention to detail on running lights are great. I love the full swing open doors, they make it easier for in and out access. It is difficult to install a car seat. The latch is at the bottom of the back of the seat, it is much easier on other vehicles that have a latch in the middle of the seat.
accountCircle Nikki D
Love my vehicle, great for families.
No problems runs great,rides well, lots of space. Good on gas for our trips. Great motor,lots of horsepower. Kids love the big backseat. Lots of space in front.Plenty of extras in front.Have driven this on many long trips with family and no problems to be had..
accountCircle Stephanie R
It drives like an absolute dream.
It drives very smoothly. It easily carries my large family. I dislike that it has been in a couple of times for squeaky brakes and they cannot figure out what's wrong with it.
accountCircle Brooke G
Cadillac escalade, the best car.
The car is comfortable and easy to drive. I love having the touch screen radio, it lets my friends easily use the radio. The gas mileage is great. The seats are easily adjustable and comfortable to sit. My car is cherry red and I get compliments all the time. I am happy and feel honored to own this car. The cruise control feature is amazing. I am often driving 200-400 miles away from home and out on the interstate, I turn it on.
accountCircle Mary Ann K
The car is safe and reliable. It is a big car feel but it does not feel like it.
Love the room and how it drives. It is a safe car to transport kids and family members. It is also great for long distances.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mary a
It has Lots of interior space.
I like the interior space and styling. However it get very poor gas mileage. It is also difficult to change the oil.
accountCircle Rosio A
Ford escalade.That's my car.
It works great. There are no problems. It performs great. It's got good reliability. It's comfortable and it has good features. I don't know what else to write. I've never had a problem with it. The only thing is it's a little small. Other than that it's great.
accountCircle Anna S
Escalade hype: not as comfortable as expected, but features outweigh issues.
Has well-known transmission issues that cause the car to lag and had to pay out of pocket for a new transmission. Also does not ride as smoothly as you would expect for a luxury brand. I do love all the features though, from rain sensors and adjustable brake pedal to cooled seats.

Cadillac Escalade Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Standard
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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Luxury Collection
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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Premium Collection
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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Platinum
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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2016 Cadillac Escalade Owner Reviews

4.65
75 Reviews
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5 stars 72%
4 stars 24%
3 stars 3%
2 stars 0%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Anna S on June 12, 2021
Escalade hype: not as comfortable as expected, but features outweigh issues.
Has well-known transmission issues that cause the car to lag and had to pay out of pocket for a new transmission. Also does not ride as smoothly as you would expect for a luxury brand. I do love all the features though, from rain sensors and adjustable brake pedal to cooled seats.
accountCircle Sean R on March 26, 2021
It is worth the money for how it drives.
Love the ride, and the amenities. I wish it could tow more weight. I wish the tvs' had separate blu ray players.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Tori S.

My favorite features include the heated steering wheel and seats. The front seats have a cooling option as well. The rear seats also come with heated seating options. I also love the Massage seats. And for children the Rear TVs are wonderful.

likeFilled Sonja O.

The most important pro is the size. We are a family of 6 and the kids have plenty of room to sit comfortably in the rear seats and still have plenty of room in the rear hatch for luggage or everyday sports gear. In addition, the seats can all fold down to haul oversized items or whatever else needs to be packed in. Other pros include 2 TVs for rear passengers, 360 camera, multiple cubbies for storage and ac/heated seats. Overall, enjoy my car.

likeFilled Kristina S.

Very comfortable ride. Safety features extensive. Lane change notification. Close to vehicle notification. Entertainment system very good. Sounds system and video very luxurious. Running boards go up and down which helps to get into vehicle.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Tori S.

The biggest con of the vehicle is poor gas mileage but that is to be expected with any large vehicle. One other con is many of the buttons are touch screen. This can be a pro for some but it is more difficult to navigate while driving.

dislikeFilled Sonja O.

Main con is the size for parking... Lots of parking garages are built for compact cars making parking occasionally difficult. We have also had several recalls but have been cover by manufacturer warranty.

dislikeFilled Kristina S.

Electric system has lot to go wrong with it. Maintenance on vehicle expensive. Car is also very large which makes it difficult to park. For a big car cannot fit as many people as you would think. If short may be difficult to drive.

Ranks #5 Luxury Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2016 Cadillac Escalade has an average owner rating of 4.66 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 9 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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4.77
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4.76
5
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4.65

Ranks #4 Luxury Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2016 Cadillac Escalade has a combined MPG of 21 which ranks it #4 of 9 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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27 MPG
2
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28 MPG
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26 MPG
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21 MPG

Is The 2016 Cadillac Escalade A Good Car?

Yes it is an excellent vehicle. It is a cool car. Cannot complaint about the quality it is delivering.
Nga N.
Yes it an amazing vehicle with everything in it. I absolutely love the interior as well as the exterior.
Carrie L.

How Reliable Is The 2016 Cadillac Escalade?

It does when it hit 100,000 miles issues start to come up most of the stuff is minor. Only 1 major issues.
Nga N.
It is definitely reliable. I have never had any problems with it. I can definitely count on it for everything.
Tammy N.

Is The 2016 Cadillac Escalade A Good Value?

A standard brand new Cadillac would cost around $50,000 and more. It is a good value when you compare it with the other.
Nga N.
The escalade cost about 90,000. I think it's a little expensive but on the other hand it's definitely worth it.
Tina P.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my 2016 Cadillac Escalade power running boards not working?

Answer: If Your 2016 Cadillac Escalade's power running boards aren't working, usually, the simplest thing You can do is just reset them. There's a small disable switch underneath the HVAC climate control system in the...

What might cause my 2016 Cadillac Escalade check engine light to come on?

Answer: There is no way to reset the check engine light on the 2016 Cadillac Escalade. It comes on when there is something wrong with the car, but it can be caused by just about anything. Due to this, it is not worth...

How many quarts of oil does the 2016 Cadillac Escalade take?

Answer: The recommended oil type onthe 2016 Cadillac Escalade is SAE 0W-20. It's important that You remember to look for the Dexos1 approved logo so that You don't void the warranty on Your Escalade. The main function...

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Safety & Reliability

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