2025 Cadillac Escalade: NHTSA Safety Rating & Pricing
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Among 59 luxury SUVs, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade scores well for safety but below average for fuel cost. NHTSA has no recall campaigns on file for this vehicle.
- Starting MSRP
- $87,595 - $159,995
- EPA Combined MPG
- 16-17 MPG
- NHTSA Safety Rating
- 5-Star (Highest)
- Est. Annual Fuel Cost
- $4,050 - $4,300 per year
- EPA GHG Score
- 3 / 10
- Recalls on File
- No recalls on file
- EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
- $9,250 more over 5 yrs
- Owner Complaints
- 12 on file
- Est. Monthly Cost (with fuel)
- $1,470 per month
- Est. Cost per Mile (with fuel)
- $0.84
- Brand Origin
- United States
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade is a SUV priced from $87,595 to $159,995 across 11 trims. In this price range, depreciation and insurance are often larger factors than fuel cost. The data below covers all of it.
- Fuel cost $1,351 per year above luxury SUVs average
- Base price $5,700 more than 2024 model
- Zero recalls on file (SUV average: 1.7)
2025 Cadillac Escalade at a Glance
Published crash-test coverage is incomplete for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade. Within the currently available data, the clearest positive signals are high published crash-test results, but fuel cost is a weak spot.
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Strengths in the data
- Safety: 5-star NHTSA. Safest SUVs 2025 →
Cautions in the data
- Crash-test coverage is incomplete: IIHS data is not available for this model yet.
- Fuel cost is a real drawback here: Most expensive to fuel among gas SUVs. Cheapest SUVs to fuel 2025 →
- Best estimated five-year cost in the lineup still lands about $31,090 above the similar-vehicle average.
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How Safe Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade earned the highest possible 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA. Among SUVs, 82% have earned this top score. Ratings are based on frontal crash, side crash, and rollover resistance tests on production vehicles. Source: NHTSA.
Overall Safety
82% of SUVs share this top rating
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frontal Crash | |
| Side Crash | |
| Rollover |
Rollover Risk: 21.9%
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Crash Imminent Braking | Standard |
| Dynamic Brake Support | Standard |
Star ratings are useful for quick comparisons. The IIHS results below add detail on specific crash types and rate the vehicle's ability to avoid collisions altogether.
Strong crash test scores are reassuring, but they do not cover every component. The recall section below shows whether NHTSA or Cadillac has identified any issues worth correcting on vehicles already sold.
Does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Have Any Recalls?
NHTSA has no recall campaigns on file for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade. For context, the average SUV has 1.7 recall campaigns. Recalls can be issued at any time as new issues are identified. Source: NHTSA.
No recalls on file with NHTSA
What Do 2025 Cadillac Escalade Owners Report to NHTSA?
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade. This is below the average of 32 complaints for 2025 SUVs. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.
4 in the last 90 days · 9 in the last 12 months · most recent filed 2026-04-13
Most-reported problem areas
- Engine8
- Electrical4
- Powertrain2
- ADAS / Safety Tech2
- Steering1
Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-04-16.
In this price range, fuel economy is rarely the deciding factor, but the annual cost difference between trims can still be significant. The EPA data below quantifies it.
What Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Fuel Economy?
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade achieves up to 17 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,050. That is $1,351 more per year than the $2,699 average for luxury SUVs. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).
Ranges from 16 to 17 combined MPG depending on trim and drivetrain.
| Trim | Combined | City | Highway | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury RWD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Luxury 4WD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Premium Luxury RWD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Sport RWD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Premium Luxury 4WD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Sport 4WD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Premium Luxury Platinum RWD | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Sport Platinum RWD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| Sport Platinum 4WD GAS | 17 MPG | 15 | 19 | $4,050 per year |
| V AWD GAS | 16 MPG | 14 | 18 | $4,300 per year |
Estimated 5-year fuel costs range from $20,250 to $21,500 depending on trim.
The most efficient trim ranks in the top 1% for fuel cost within its EPA vehicle class.
Luxury vehicles depreciate faster than average and cost more to insure. AAA's ownership estimates below show what those costs look like for the Medium SUV class.
What Does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Cost to Own?
Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ranges from $172,515 to $226,065 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Medium SUV class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.
| Maintenance | $1,817 per year |
|---|---|
| Insurance | $1,873 per year |
| Depreciation | $5,074 per year |
| Registration & Taxes | $862 per year |
| Financing | $1,815 per year |
| Total (excluding fuel) | $13,584 per year |
| Cost per mile | $0.84 per mile |
In this price range, the base trim typically includes features that other brands charge extra for. The question is which upgrades justify the step up in MSRP and the depreciation that comes with it.
How Do the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Trims Compare?
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade is available in 11 trims, with base prices ranging from $87,595 to $159,995. All trims use a Gasoline powertrain. The table below compares key specifications and costs across all available trims. Prices shown are manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and do not include destination charges, dealer fees, taxes, or incentives.
| Trim | Base MSRP | Combined MPG | Est. Annual Fuel Cost | Drive Type | Horsepower | Curb Weight | Est. 5-Year Cost | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury RWD GAS | $87,595 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | RWD | 420 hp | 5,807 lbs | $172,515 | ||||||||
| Luxury 4WD GAS | $90,595 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | 4WD | 420 hp | 6,014 lbs | $176,515 | ||||||||
| Premium Luxury RWD GAS | $96,795 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | RWD | 420 hp | 5,807 lbs | $181,715 | ||||||||
| Sport RWD GAS | $97,395 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | RWD | 420 hp | 5,807 lbs | $182,315 | ||||||||
| Premium Luxury 4WD GAS | $99,795 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | 4WD | 420 hp | 6,014 lbs | $185,715 | ||||||||
| Sport 4WD GAS | $100,395 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | 4WD | 420 hp | 6,014 lbs | $186,315 | ||||||||
| Premium Luxury Platinum RWD | $116,395 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | RWD | 420 hp | 5,807 lbs | $201,315 | ||||||||
| Sport Platinum RWD GAS | $116,895 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | RWD | 420 hp | 5,807 lbs | $201,815 | ||||||||
| Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD | $119,395 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | 4WD | 420 hp | 6,014 lbs | $205,315 | ||||||||
| Sport Platinum 4WD GAS | $119,895 | 17 MPG | $4,050 per year | 4WD | 420 hp | 6,014 lbs | $205,815 | ||||||||
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The entry price has increased $5,700 since 2024.
Price changes since 2024
- V AWD GAS $152,295 (2024) → $159,995 (2025) +$7,700
- Sport Platinum RWD GAS $110,695 (2024) → $116,895 (2025) +$6,200
- Sport Platinum 4WD GAS $113,695 (2024) → $119,895 (2025) +$6,200
- Luxury RWD GAS $81,895 (2024) → $87,595 (2025) +$5,700
- Luxury 4WD GAS $84,895 (2024) → $90,595 (2025) +$5,700
- Premium Luxury Platinum RWD $110,695 (2024) → $116,395 (2025) +$5,700
- Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD $113,695 (2024) → $119,395 (2025) +$5,700
- Premium Luxury RWD GAS $93,195 (2024) → $96,795 (2025) +$3,600
- Premium Luxury 4WD GAS $96,195 (2024) → $99,795 (2025) +$3,600
- Sport RWD GAS $96,195 (2024) → $97,395 (2025) +$1,200
View full trim timeline (2024–2026)
| Trim | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury RWD GAS | $81,895 16 MPG | $87,595 17 MPG | $102,100 17 MPG |
| Luxury 4WD GAS | $84,895 16 MPG | $90,595 17 MPG | $105,100 17 MPG |
| Premium Luxury RWD GAS | $93,195 16 MPG | $96,795 17 MPG | — |
| Premium Luxury 4WD GAS | $96,195 16 MPG | $99,795 17 MPG | — |
| Sport RWD GAS | $96,195 16 MPG | $97,395 17 MPG | $102,700 17 MPG |
| Sport 4WD GAS | $99,195 16 MPG | $100,395 17 MPG | $105,700 17 MPG |
| Sport Platinum RWD GAS | $110,695 16 MPG | $116,895 17 MPG | — |
| Premium Luxury Platinum RWD | $110,695 16 MPG | $116,395 17 MPG | — |
| Sport Platinum 4WD GAS | $113,695 16 MPG | $119,895 17 MPG | — |
| Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD | $113,695 16 MPG | $119,395 17 MPG | — |
| V AWD GAS | $152,295 16 MPG | $159,995 16 MPG | $168,000 16 MPG |
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You have seen what each trim costs. Now, how often does it break? RepairPal aggregates repair data from thousands of shops to answer that question.
How Reliable Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
RepairPal rates the 2025 Cadillac Escalade at 3.0 out of 5.0 for reliability, which is about average for luxury SUVs. RepairPal ratings reflect repair frequency and cost data from a network of certified repair shops. Source: RepairPal.
Reliability ratings come from repair shops. Warranty terms come from Cadillac. Together, they give you both the historical track record and the manufacturer's commitment.
What Warranty Does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Come With?
Here is what Cadillac covers at no cost for the 2025 Escalade. Basic coverage handles most defects. Powertrain coverage protects the engine and transmission for a longer period. Both start from the original purchase date.
| Basic Warranty | 4yr/50k |
|---|---|
| Powertrain Warranty | 6yr/70k |
| Corrosion Warranty | 6yr/100k |
| Roadside Assistance | 6yr/70k |
| Complimentary Maintenance | 1yr/1visit |
What Are the 2025 Cadillac Escalade Specs?
Dimensions, weight, and powertrain details for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade. These figures are published by Cadillac and apply to the base configuration unless noted. Specific trims may differ.
EPA vehicle class: Full-size SUV
| Engine | 6.2L V8 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 420 - 682 hp |
| Power-to-Weight | 139.7 - 214.4 hp per ton |
| Price per HP | $209 - $285 |
| Torque | 460 - 653 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (recommended), premium unleaded (required) |
| Fuel Tank | 24.0 gal |
| Est. Range per Tank | 408 miles per tank (EPA combined) |
| Length | 211.9 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 81.1 in |
| Height | 76.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,807 - 6,361 lbs |
What Changed for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
- Pricing changed across one or more trims
- EPA fuel economy ratings changed
- NHTSA safety rating changed
- Recall status changed
That is the complete data picture for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade. In this price range, the depreciation and insurance estimates above often carry more weight than fuel cost. Data is refreshed periodically.
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2025 Cadillac Escalade FAQ
Which 2025 Cadillac Escalade trim has the lowest ownership cost?
Among 11 available trims, the Luxury RWD GAS has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $172,515, starting at $87,595 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $226,065. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.
What vehicles compete with the 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
Vehicles similar to the 2025 Cadillac Escalade in price and segment include 2025 Audi Q8, 2025 BMW X5, and 2025 Audi Q6 e-tron. The Audi Q8 is the closest in price (starting at $74,400, 5-star NHTSA, 19 MPG). Each has its own fact sheet with EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, and cost data for comparison. Browse all 2025 SUVs.
What changed on the 2025 Cadillac Escalade from last year?
Compared to the previous model year, the entry price increased by $5,700 for the Cadillac Escalade lineup. See the trim evolution timeline above for full year-by-year pricing and availability details.
How much does a 2025 Cadillac Escalade cost per month to own?
Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade include about $1,132 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $338 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,470 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.
Where is Cadillac based?
Cadillac is a United States-based automaker. The 2025 Cadillac Escalade may be assembled in a different country than where Cadillac is headquartered. Check the window sticker or VIN decoder for the specific assembly location of any individual vehicle. See our United States-brand cars 2025 list.
What other Cadillac models are available for 2025?
Each 2025 Cadillac vehicle has its own fact sheet. Data coverage varies by model. See the complete Cadillac lineup on our Cadillac models page.
How much does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade depreciate?
AAA estimates total annual ownership costs of $13,584 for the Medium SUV class, with depreciation typically being the largest component. See the ownership cost section above for the full breakdown.
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