Cadillac Escalade third generation
The Cadillac Escalade third generation (2007–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 22 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.
Model codes: GMT900
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,070–5,600 mm Traficom | 5,140–5,660 mm TC | 5,144–5,662 mm |
| Width | 1,950–2,010 mm Traficom | 2,000–2,010 mm TC | 2,007 mm |
| Height | 1,887–1,890 mm Traficom | 1,890 mm TC | 1,857–1,928 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,940–2,950 mm RDW | 2,950–3,300 mm TC | 2,946–3,302 mm |
| Front track | 1,732 mm ASTRA | 1,740 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,702 mm ASTRA | 1,710–1,720 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 2,584–2,742 kg RDW | 2,581–2,776 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 2,684–2,842 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,221–3,402 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,085–3,100 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 7–8 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 170 km/h ASTRA | – | – |
| Torque | 498–565 Nm ASTRA | – | 563–623 Nm |
NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2014: ★★★★☆
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), 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)
715 complaints for model years 2007–2014. 32 crashes · 20 fires · 53 injuries · 11 deaths
- Airbags 342
- Electrical system 119
- Engine 86
- Transmission and drivetrain 38
- Stability control 37
- Body and structure 36
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 22 versions of the Cadillac Escalade third generation
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European Union 3 versions
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 version | Engine | Power | Fuel | CO₂ | EU registrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2015 | 6.0 L | 248 kW (337 PS) | Petrol | 256 g/km | 86 |
| 2011–2014 | 6.2 L | 301 kW (409 PS) | Petrol | 339–350 g/km | 132 |
| 2010 | 6.2 L | – | Petrol | 367 g/km | 166 |
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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–20106.2 - V8 AUT · 6.2 V8 | 6.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 16.2 L/100 km NEDC | 383 g/km |
France 3 versions
New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012–2014"ESCALADE 6.2L V8 BVA AWD 22"" 7PL" · "ESCALADE 6.2L V8 BVA AWD 22"" 8PL" | – | 301 kW (409 PS) | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 14.5 L/100 km NEDC | 339 g/km |
| 2013ESCALADE 6.0L V8 BVA Hybrid AWD | – | 248 kW (337 PS) | Hybrid | 4-speed automatic | 10.9 L/100 km NEDC | 256 g/km |
| 2012ESCALADE 6.0L V8 BVA Hybrid AWD | – | 248 kW (337 PS) | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.9 L/100 km NEDC | 256 g/km |
United States 9 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2014FFV | 6.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 14–15 MPG (15.7–16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 361–394 g/km |
| 2010–2014FFV | 6.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345–355 g/km |
| 2010–2013 | 6.0 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | Rear-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 2011–2013 | 6.0 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | Four-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 258–263 g/km |
| 2009CLKUP | 6.0 L | Hybrid | Continuously variable (CVT) | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 2009CLKUP | 6.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2009CLKUP | 6.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2007–2008CLKUP | 6.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2007–2008CLKUP | 6.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
Canada 6 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 6.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | 20.1 L/100 km 5-cycle | 322 g/km |
| 2011–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 6.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 14.7–16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 338–377 g/km |
| 2013–2014Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 6.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | 22.1–22.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 354–355 g/km |
| 2011–2013Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard | 6.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | 11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle | 253 g/km |
| 2009–2012Sport utility vehicle | 6.2 L | Flex fuel (E85) | 6-speed automatic | 19.8–22.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 317–355 g/km |
| 2007–2011Sport utility vehicle | 6.2 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 14.7–16.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 338–380 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.