Cadillac Escalade first generation

Cadillac Escalade first generation
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The Cadillac Escalade first generation (1999–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 2 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GMT400

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,110 mm
Width1,956 mm
Height1,887 mm
Wheelbase2,985 mm
Performance
Torque441–450 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

110 complaints for model years 1999–2000. 12 crashes · 4 fires · 8 injuries

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 2 versions of the Cadillac Escalade first generation

United States 1 version

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1999–2000(350 V8), CLKUP · CLKUP5.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1999–2000Sport utility vehicle5.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic18.7 L/100 km 5-cycle430 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.