2017 Cadillac Escalade Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
15 City / 20 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
420
Seats
7 -8
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Erica W
It's comfortable. Very nice. I love it.
I hate the dashboard it's horrible but I love the comfort of It. Smooth ride
accountCircle ireen b
The one most important thing others should is very comfortable to drive it very smooth when you drive.
I like this vehicle it's very comfortable the set have a good technology its driving smooth and good for the family
accountCircle Candace H
I am going to hit something sensors they work it stops your head from spinning.
This car is wonderful loaded with everything you would need on a excellent driving experience, all tune-ups and warranties are covered to 50k miles, solid quiet ride, radio sound is wonderful, I have had not one thing has gone wrong. With this car for 1 year. I do not like the gas area you open door and there is a flap over fill up tube not a gas cap I think that is odd, love that if I am going to almost hit something it is very helpful, thank you Cadillac.
accountCircle Francia C
Cadillac. How I feel. Food. Make difference.
I really enjoy my Cadillac I haven't had any problems with it lately. Also being a Cadillac buyer is awesome because if something happens to the car inside you get free coffee and donuts. Lastly being a Cadillac buyer is important to me because I feel I am making a difference.
accountCircle CJ T
Love my Cadillac escalade.
I love my Cadillac escalade ESV, it is a very smooth ride, drives like a dream. It has lots of pep when you need it. Dual climate control works great for me and my husband. Heated seats are very nice in the winter. Holds up to seven people very comfortably. It has a very sleek looking exterior. The only issue I have is the navigation system. It does not work well for me. I usually hook up my phone to use google maps.
accountCircle Stacie L
Love my escalade! Perfect for long or short drives!
I love the luxury the Cadillac escalade has to offer. It is got a big engine and goes fast! It is been reliable on long road trips and provided comfort for 3 adults and 3 dogs. I love the mahogany leather seats that can be both heated and cooled. I love and hate the driver assist that keeps you a certain distance from another car while on cruise control, but sometimes it is annoying. The only thing I have had problems with just recently after 2 1/2 years of ownership, is the touch screen used for music, navigation, etc. Sometimes it will not cooperate.
accountCircle Christopher S
Is very expensive cost a whole lot of money and is very reliable to get.
My car is very reliable and gets me around and is very comfortable and reliable to the touch great gas mileage low mileage and also has great looking leather seats 28 inch rims and windshield wipers with sparkles on them and it also has a dual exhaust hemi and can go 0 to 60 and 10 seconds.
accountCircle Alexandra A
It's an extremely modern, spacious and beautiful vehicle to drive.
I love that it is very spacious for all uses. The leather interior is beautiful and easy to clean. The system is very high tech and modern.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Courtney F
Beautiful on the outside!
Beautiful on the outside, horrible everywhere else. Lots of electrical and mechanical issues. Very disappointing for the price of the vehicle. Not a comfortable ride either. My previous vehicle was a suburban and it was amazing...Lasted 12 years. We will be lucky if the escalade lasts 5 years. Would not recommend or purchase again.
accountCircle Beth W
I absolutely love how roomy it is but gas prices are killing me!
Next car i am going to buy is a hybrid electric because I cannot afford gasoline!
accountCircle A S
The perfect family car with tons of class and a whole lotta sass.
The car is great but they are having problems with the car jerking around and its super aggravating other than that the gas is ok and the interior of the car is wonderful. I would also say the leg room in the car is amazing. My husband is 6'6 and he never complains on the spacing for his legs in front or back.

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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Base
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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Luxury
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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Premium Luxury
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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Platinum
420 HP 17 MPG 7-8 Seats
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2017 Cadillac Escalade Owner Reviews

4.73
78 Reviews
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5 stars 78%
4 stars 18%
3 stars 3%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle mya M on June 1, 2021
Very comfy and a home feeling.
The car is amazing my family loves it we can go many places in it and also bring other friends and family. It has 7 seats that's amazing also the stereo is very loud the sound quality is very nice and the seats are just very nice they are very comfortable and smooth. Spills are easy to get out.
accountCircle Valerie B on April 24, 2021
The most interesting thing about the Cadillac is the smooth.
My 2017 Cadillac escalade is a work of art. The performance is like floating on air. I drive a lot with my job and when I am driving I feel like never stopping. The rearview is awesome you can see the rear of the car in color. The seats are not just hot but they are cold as well.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Courtney K.

The Cadillac escalade is a comfortable, stylish, smooth and luxurious ride. It is a great family car since it has so much room. We travel a lot in it and are still very comfortable. We absolutely love our caddy!

likeFilled Taylor W.

The gas mileage is really good I don't need to pay for gas a lot and the car has great appeal. Many people ask me about it I love the color and shape of the car. The seats are very comfy and the radio works really well.

likeFilled Mary M.

It is quick and reliable and it also is a smart car that works for well. It is a zoomer. It is wheels are big. Ac gets cold quick in the dimmer. Very roomy in the back seat. It holds plenty of people in the back of the car.

likeFilled Heather D.

It is beautiful and comfortable. I absolutely love driving my car. The performance is fantastic! I would buy this car again for sure! The reliability is great, it is always there for me when I need it!

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Courtney K.

We have the xl so sometimes it is hard to park in small parking lots. Other than that, I do not have any cons. I love our Cadillac and will always own one. Once this one is too old, we get just get another.

dislikeFilled Taylor W.

The car is not great for family trips. It does not have a third row therefore my family does not fit when we go on trips. It is a little on the smaller side and I would like there to be a little more room.

dislikeFilled Mary M.

The vehicle does not have good mileage. The seats are not dog resistant or pet resistant so it is not good if you have big animals. I suggest that you get seat covers for the car because it is not for animals.

dislikeFilled Heather D.

It is expensive. Although it is expensive, if you can afford it, it is definitely worth it. The cost to maintain it is expensive as well due to the uniqueness of the parts and the synthetic oil. It uses.

Ranks #5 Luxury Full Size SUV by Owners

The 2017 Cadillac Escalade has an average owner rating of 4.73 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 10 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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2017 Toyota Land Cruiser
5
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
4.94
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2017 Cadillac Escalade
4.73

Ranks #4 Luxury Full Size SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2017 Cadillac Escalade has a combined MPG of 20 which ranks it #4 of 10 other Luxury Full Size SUVs.

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2017 Lexus RX
31 MPG
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2017 Land Rover Range Rover
28 MPG
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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class
22 MPG
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2017 Cadillac Escalade
20 MPG

Is The 2017 Cadillac Escalade A Good Car?

Yes, it has a very spacious and luxurious looking and feeling interior. It is durable and fits very well for what my family currently needs.
Melvana I.
It is a excellent vehicle!! I wouldn't trade it for anything. It was a good investment! I recommend a cadillac escalade to everyone.
Anthony L.
I guess so. It is not that good on gasoline though as smaller vehicles (obviously) it is expensive for repairs if need be so it is just okay but honestly there's multiple better vehicle options!
Christina O.
It's a very reliable car I got a good deal drives very smooth been driving Cadillac of over 20 years I would not buy anything else
Allison K.

How Reliable Is The 2017 Cadillac Escalade?

Yes it is reliable. We have not experienced any manufacturer problems since we started using the vehicle.
Melvana I.
Yes it is luxury reliable! It has everything thing you could probably think of in a luxury SUV. I haven't had any problems thus far.
Anthony L.
No, so far it is stayed in good condition without needing any major repairs only minor upkeep so far has been needed.
Christina O.
Yes it's a very reliable car I trust Cadillac its very smooth driving and it was a good price at the dealership
Jessica H.

Is The 2017 Cadillac Escalade A Good Value?

We bought it from a previous owner and it cost $6,000 which was a good value for the condition of the car.
Melvana I.
I bought it for $74,000! It is a good value because of all the features it has and also it is very low maintenance.
Anthony L.
I paid 30,000 and it was used when purchased it is a fair value only because the condition looked like new. But there were multiple (cheaper) options I could of went with instead at that time.
Christina O.
It cost me 35,000 but it worth the money a well build car to have will last you a long time so I would tell you to go buy this car now
Amber H.

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What's the 2017 Cadillac Escalade cabin air filter location?

Answer: The 2017 Cadillac Escalade's cabin air filter is recommended to be replaced every 2 years or 22,500 miles, whichever comes first. It's no longer considered a "user serviceable" part, so You'll technically need...

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How to turn on fog lights Cadillac Escalade 2017?

Answer: The 2017 Cadillac Escalade does not come with fog lights. The headlights are LEDs and they are arranged into different clusters for low beams and high beams. In most cases the low beams should cover all that...

How to open hood on 2017 Cadillac Escalade?

Answer: In order to release the hood on Your 2017 Cadillac Escalade You will need to press a button that is located on the inside of the vehicle. It can be found on the left side of the driver's dashboard. You will...

What kind of gas does a 2017 Cadillac Escalade take?

Answer: The kind of gas the 2017 Cadillac Escalade takes is Regular Gasoline. Having the fuel burn optimally is crucial to maximizing Your miles per gallon. Your gas tank needs to be in the best of shape. You will come...
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Safety & Reliability

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