Cadillac Escalade 4WD

19992026 · 21 configurations

Lowest
13
Average
17
Best
22

The Cadillac Escalade 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 21 different configurations spanning model years 1999 through 2026. Over this period, the Escalade 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 13 MPG to 22 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 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141816MPG
2025
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141816MPG
2024
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141816MPG
2024
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,700202622MPG
2023
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,700202622MPG
2023
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141816MPG
2022
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,700202622MPG
2022
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2022
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2021
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300141916MPG
2021
3L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdDiesel
$3,700202622MPG
2021
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,300131916MPG
2020
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050142117MPG
2019
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050142117MPG
2018
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spdPremium
$4,050142117MPG
2017
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$3,500152017MPG
2016
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
2015
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,750142116MPG
2015
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$3,500152117MPG
2000
5.7L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,600111513MPG
1999
5.7L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,600111513MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
16
2025
16
2024
22
2023
22
2022
22
2021
22
2020
17
2019
17
2018
17
2017
17
2016
17
2015
17
2000
13
1999
13

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Escalade 4WD) 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 4WD. 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
253
Total Deaths
101

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.6%
Fire Occurrence
5.1%
Speeding Involved
13.0%
DUI Involved
10.3%
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 Crashes46
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.37
2022
Fatal Crashes43
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.37
2021
Fatal Crashes39
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2020
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.46
2019
Fatal Crashes30
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2018
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2017
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.22
2016
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2015
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2014
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
1.40

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2026
1
2023
2
2022
2
2021
9
2020
2
2018
1
2016
1
2015
7
1999
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory