Cadillac Escalade fourth generation

Cadillac Escalade fourth generation
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The Cadillac Escalade fourth generation (2015–2020): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: K2XX

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,180–5,700 mm RDW5,180–5,700 mm TC5,144–5,697 mm
Width2,060 mm RDW2,040 mm TC2,045 mm
Height1,890–1,900 mm RDW1,890 mm TC1,880–1,890 mm
Wheelbase2,950–3,300 mm RDW2,950–3,300 mm TC2,946–3,302 mm
Front track1,740–1,746 mm ASTRA1,750 mm TC–
Rear track1,738–1,744 mm ASTRA1,740 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,610–2,757 kg RDW2,649–2,740 kg TC–
Mass in running order2,710–2,857 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight3,311–3,402 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer2,575–3,100 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats7–8 RDW––
Doors5 RDW––
Fuel tank––91–107 L
Performance
Top speed180 km/h RDW–180 km/h
Torque610 Nm ASTRA–623–624 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 265/70R17, 275/55R20, 285/45R22

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2017–2018: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

429 complaints for model years 2015–2020. 23 crashes · 13 fires · 28 injuries

  • Engine 171
  • Transmission and drivetrain 90
  • Electrical system 61
  • Brakes 39
  • Suspension 32
  • Steering 21

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 12 versions of the Cadillac Escalade fourth generation

European Union 1 version

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2015–20196.2 L313 kW (426 PS)Petrol287–302 g/km1,724

United Kingdom 1 version

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
20186.2L V8 AWD · ESV 6.2L V8 AWD6.2 LPetrol8-speed automatic12.6 L/100 km NEDC287 g/km

France 1 version

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2015ESCALADE 6.2L V8 BVA AWD 22" 7PL MY14 · ESCALADE 6.2L V8 BVA AWD 22" 8PL MY14–301 kW (409 PS)Petrol6-speed automatic14.5 L/100 km NEDC339 g/km

United States 6 versions

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
2018–2020SIDI6.2 LPetrol10-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA321 g/km
2018–2020SIDI6.2 LPetrol10-speed automaticFour-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA331–334 g/km
2015–2017SIDI6.2 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA318 g/km
2015–2017SIDI6.2 LPetrol8-speed automaticFour-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA322–332 g/km
2015SIDI6.2 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA327 g/km
2015SIDI6.2 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA339–345 g/km

Canada 3 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2018–2020Sport utility vehicle: Standard6.2 LPetrol10-speed automatic14.0–14.2 L/100 km 5-cycle328–333 g/km
2015–2017Sport utility vehicle: Standard6.2 LPetrol8-speed automatic13.8–14.3 L/100 km 5-cycle317–331 g/km
2015Sport utility vehicle: Standard6.2 LPetrol6-speed automatic14.0–14.5 L/100 km 5-cycle322–334 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.