Cadillac Escalade AWD

20022014 · 13 configurations

Lowest
12
Average
14
Best
15

The Cadillac Escalade AWD has been tested by the EPA across 13 different configurations spanning model years 2002 through 2014. Over this period, the Escalade AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 12 MPG to 15 MPG, with an overall average of 14 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.

Historical Efficiency

2014
15
2013
15
2012
15
2011
15
2010
15
2009
14
2008
14
2007
14
2006
13
2005
13
2004
13
2003
13
2002
12

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Escalade AWD) 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 AWD. 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
580
Total Deaths
252

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
20.9%
Fire Occurrence
4.0%
Speeding Involved
17.2%
DUI Involved
18.8%
Primary Impact Zone

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

84%
Front
9%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes57
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2022
Fatal Crashes75
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2021
Fatal Crashes69
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2020
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2019
Fatal Crashes60
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2018
Fatal Crashes60
Fatalities
29
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2017
Fatal Crashes51
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2016
Fatal Crashes53
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2015
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.42
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

2013
2
2012
1
2011
4
2010
1
2009
2
2007
4
2006
2
2005
1
2003
4
2002
3
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Moderate
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