Cadillac Escalade 2WD

20022026 · 33 configurations

Lowest
14
Average
17
Best
23

The Cadillac Escalade 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 33 different configurations spanning model years 2002 through 2026. Over this period, the Escalade 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 14 MPG to 23 MPG, with an overall average of 17 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050151917MPG
2025
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050151917MPG
2024
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2024
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,500212723MPG
2023
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,500212723MPG
2023
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2022
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,500212723MPG
2022
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2022
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2021
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG
2021
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,500212723MPG
2021
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2020
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050142317MPG
2019
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050142317MPG
2018
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050142317MPG
2017
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
2016
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
2015
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
2015
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$3,500152217MPG
2014
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,750141816MPG
2013
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,750141816MPG
2012
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,750141816MPG
2011
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,750141816MPG
2010
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,750142016MPG
2009
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$4,000121915MPG
2008
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdPremium
$4,950121914MPG
2007
6.2L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdPremium
$4,950121914MPG
2006
6L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,950131714MPG
2005
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,000141915MPG
2005
6L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,950131714MPG
2004
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300131714MPG
2003
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300131614MPG
2002
5.3L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300131714MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
17
2025
17
2024
23
2023
23
2022
23
2021
23
2020
17
2019
17
2018
17
2017
17
2016
17
2015
17
2014
16
2013
16
2012
16
2011
16
2010
16
2009
15
2008
14
2007
14

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Escalade 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Cadillac Escalade 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Cadillac Cadillac Escalade/ESV (from 2004 on; see 431 for 2003 only) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
772
Total Deaths
319

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
17.9%
Fire Occurrence
4.1%
Speeding Involved
16.1%
DUI Involved
16.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
9%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes102
Fatalities
49
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2022
Fatal Crashes111
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2021
Fatal Crashes102
Fatalities
37
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2020
Fatal Crashes85
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2019
Fatal Crashes83
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2018
Fatal Crashes78
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes61
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.30
2016
Fatal Crashes59
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2015
Fatal Crashes49
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2014
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.38

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2026
1
2023
2
2022
2
2021
9
2020
2
2018
1
2016
1
2015
7
2013
2
2012
1
2011
4
2010
1
2009
2
2007
4
2006
2
2005
1
2003
4
2002
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory