2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV

Vehicle Highlights

• Fuel Economy: 15 mpg City, 20 mpg Hwy
• Engine: 6.2L Gas V8, 420 HP
• Transmission: Automatic

• Drive Train: Rear Wheel Drive
• Passengers: 7
• Doors: 4

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What You Will Like

The Escalade is a luxury-vehicle icon-both as one of the most luxurious and noteworthy American luxury vehicles and as a capable truck beneath it all. The Escalade is known for its refined luxury appeal while seating seven adults comfortably.

The Escalade competes other against noteworthy luxurious large SUV'S, such as the Lincoln Navigator, Lexus LX 570, Infiniti QX80, Mercedes-Benz GLS Class and Land Rover Range Rover.

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What's New For 2021

For 2021, the Cadillac Escalade comes redesigned and with improved features; these includes better technology, new independent rear suspension, enhanced styling and an optional turbo-diesel engine.

Warranty

• Basic Warranty: 4 Years / 50,000 Miles
• Drivetrain Warranty: 6 Years / 70,000 Miles
• Roadside Assistance: 6 Years / 70,000 Miles

A vehicle's warranty can significant impact your maintenance costs after you drive off the dealer's lot, and it's important to understand the different parts. Typically, a new car warranty includes a Basic warranty, which covers everything except the wear items such as brakes and tires; and a Drivetrain warranty, that covers all the parts that make the car move, such as the engine and transmission

NHTSA Crash Test Rating

• Frontal Driver:
• Frontal Passenger:
• Side Driver:
• Side Passenger:
• Rollover Rating:

The NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) provides consumers with vehicle safety information based on independent testing, primarily front and side crash rating results, and more recently rollover ratings, to aid consumers in their vehicle purchase decisions.

Standard Equipment

• Safety Options
  • Brake Assist designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed
  • Automatic Emergency Braking (Upgradeable to (UGN) Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking when (ST1) Driver Assist Tech Package is ordered.)
  • Front Pedestrian Braking
  • StabiliTrak, vehicle stability enhancement system with Rollover Mitigation, includes disable switch
  • Airbags, Frontal for driver and front passenger; Seat-mounted side-impact for driver and front passenger; Driver inboard seat-mounted side-impact; Roof-rail mounted head-curtain for outboard seating positions (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
  • Front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal outboard passenger airbag (Always use seat belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)
  • OnStar and Cadillac connected services capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
  • Cadillac Connected Access capable (Subject to terms. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
  • Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist includes semi-automatic steering, applying limited braking, as well as shifting gears into a detected parking space
  • Surround Vision
  • Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert (Upgradeable to (UKV) Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert when (Z66) Performance Package is ordered.)
  • Rear Cross Traffic Alert
  • Rear Pedestrian Alert
  • Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning (Deleted when (UKL) Super Cruise is ordered.)
  • Forward Collision Alert
  • Safety Alert Seat
  • Seat belt indicator, 2nd row
  • Seat belt indicator, 3rd row
  • Seat belts, 3-point, all positions, includes front seat belt pretensioners
  • Door locks, rear child security
  • Teen Driver a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob, to help encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain available vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report card gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
  • Tire Fill Alert provides visual and audible alerts outside the vehicle when inflating an under inflated tire to the recommended tire pressure
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System auto learn, includes Tire Fill Alert (does not apply to spare tire)
• Entertainment Features
  • OLED Infotainment experience with navigation AM/FM/SiriusXM with 360L with 16.9" diagonal color information display (displays and controls navigation, music and all features and functions of the vehicle), personalized profiles for each driver's settings, Natural Voice Recognition, Phone Integration for Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto capability for compatible phone, Near Field Communication (NFC) mobile device pairing, Connected Apps and Teen Driver
  • SiriusXM with 360L Equipped with SiriusXM with 360L. Enjoy a trial subscription of the All Access package for the full 360L experience, with a greater variety of SiriusXM content, a more personalized experience and easier navigation. With the All Access package, you can also enjoy your favorites everywhere you go, with the SiriusXM app, online and at home on compatible connected devices. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. See the SiriusXM Customer Agreement at siriusxm.com for complete terms and how to cancel. All fees, content, features, and availability are subject to change. GM connected vehicle services vary by vehicle model and require active service plan, working electrical system, cell reception and GPS signal. See onstar.com for details and limitations.)
  • Radio, HD
  • Audio system feature, AKG Studio 19-speaker system (Upgradeable to (UQH) AKG Studio Reference 36-speaker audio system.)
  • Bluetooth for phone, connectivity to vehicle infotainment system (Go to my.cadillac.com/learnAbout/bluetooth to find out which phones are compatible with the vehicle.)
  • 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot capable (Terms and limitations apply. See onstar.com or dealer for details.)
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto
  • Cadillac OLED Display includes 7.2" diagonal Control Panel, 14.2" diagonal Cluster Display and 16.9" diagonal Infotainment Screen
• Exterior Features
  • Wheels, 22" (55.9 cm) 14-Spoke alloy with Polished finish
  • Tires, 275/50R22SL all-season, blackwall
  • Tire, spare 265/70R17SL all-season, blackwall
  • Spare tire lock, hoist shaft
  • Sunroof, power, panoramic with tilt, slide, express-open/close and sun shade control
  • Luggage rack, roof-mounted, Chrome
  • Assist steps, running board (Upgradeable to (B3L) power-retractable assist steps.)
  • Moldings, Galvano bodyside
  • Active Aero Shutters, front (Deleted when (LM2) 3.0L Turbo Diesel engine is ordered.)
  • Headlamp control, automatic leveling system
  • Headlamps, automatic on/off
  • Headlamps, LED
  • IntelliBeam, automatic high beam on/off
  • Tail lamps, LED illumination
  • Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable power-folding, body-color, driver-side auto-dimming, integrated turn signal indicators and puddle lighting
  • Glass, acoustic, laminated windshield
  • Glass, deep-tinted
  • Windshield, solar absorbing
  • Wipers, front intermittent, Rainsense
  • Wiper, rear intermittent
  • Rear Camera Mirror Washer
  • Door handles, Galvano accents
  • Door handles, illuminating
  • Hands-Free Liftgate open and close, programmable memory height, with Cadillac branded projection light
• Interior Features
  • Seats, front bucket (Includes 12-way driver and front passenger adjustments.)
  • Seats, second row bucket, power release (May substitute (ATT) second row 60/40 split-folding bench seats.)
  • Seat trim, Leather
  • Seats, heated driver and front passenger
  • Seats, heated and ventilated driver and front passenger
  • Seats, heated second row outboard seats
  • Seat adjuster, driver 8-way power
  • Seat adjuster, front passenger 8-way power
  • Seat adjuster, driver 4-way power lumbar
  • Seat adjuster, front passenger 4-way power lumbar
  • Memory settings includes two "presets" for driver seat adjuster, outside mirrors and power tilt/telescoping steering column
  • Seats, third row 60/40 split-bench, power-folding
  • Rear Seat Reminder
  • Console, floor with covered storage, large and small storage bins, dual cup holders, electronic climate controls and second row heated seat controls. Also includes auxiliary power outlet, USB A/C ports and 110-volt outlet
  • Floor covering, color-keyed carpeting
  • Floor mats, color-keyed carpeted first and second row, removable
  • Steering column, power tilt and telescoping
  • Steering wheel, heated, automatic
  • Steering wheel controls, audio, phone, cruise control Conversation Enhancement, gap distance and heated steering wheel
  • Augmented Reality live image of what is in front of the vehicle displayed on the 14.2" diagonal Cluster Display. When a navigational route is active, the system will overlay directional information on the live image being displayed.
  • Head-Up Display, full-color, reconfigurable (includes the following views: Speed, Audio/Phone, Navigation and Performance)
  • Window control, all windows, Express-Up/Down (auto Express-Up/Down via key fob)
  • Door lock and latch shields
  • Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection and delayed locking
  • Keyless Open includes extended range Remote Keyless Entry
  • Keyless Start, push-button
  • Adaptive Remote Start
  • Universal Home Remote includes garage door opener, programmable
  • Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed (Upgradable to (KSG) Adaptive Cruise Control when (ST1) Driver Assist Tech Package is ordered.)
  • Theft-deterrent alarm system, content theft alarm, self-powered horn
  • Theft-deterrent system, unauthorized entry, engine immobilizer
  • Sensor, vehicle inclination
  • Sensor, vehicle interior movement
  • Sensor, glass breakage
  • Wireless Phone Charging located in the console just in front of the console bin lid (The system wirelessly charges one compatible mobile device. Some phones have built-in wireless charging technology and others require a special adaptor/back cover. To check for phone or other device compatibility, see my.cadillac.com/learnAbout/wireless-charging or consult your carrier.)
  • Power outlet, 110-volt
  • Climate control, tri-zone automatic with individual climate settings for driver, right-front passenger and rear passengers (includes rear air vents)
  • Air conditioning, rear
  • Air Ionizer
  • Defogger, rear-window
  • Rear Camera Mirror
  • Console, overhead
  • Ambient lighting, interior selectable for instrument panel, doors, footwell, map pocket and door pull cups
• Mechanical Features
  • Engine, 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing, includes aluminum block construction (420 hp [313.2 kW] @ 5600 rpm, 460 lb-ft of torque [623.7 Nm] @ 4100 rpm)
  • Transmission, 10-speed automatic electronically controlled with overdrive, tow/haul mode and tap up/tap down shifting (Most vehicles built on or after 6-7-2021 with a V8 engine will have (NSS) Not Equipped with Automatic Stop/Start, which removes Automatic Stop/Start, Engine control stop/start disable button and its content.)
  • Rear axle, 3.23 ratio
  • GVWR, 7600 lbs. (3447 kg) (Standard on 2WD models with (L87) 6.2L V8 engine.)
  • Air cleaner, high-capacity
  • Engine air filtration monitor
  • Engine control, stop/start system disable button (Standard on vehicles built before 6-7-2021. Most vehicles built on or after 6-7-2021 equipped with a V8 engine will have (NSS) Not Equipped with Automatic Stop/Start, which removes Automatic Stop/Start, Engine control stop/start disable button and its content. See dealer for details.)
  • Automatic Stop/Start (Standard on vehicles built before 6-7-2021. Most vehicles built on or after 6-7-2021 equipped with a V8 engine will have (NSS) Not Equipped with Automatic Stop/Start, which removes Automatic Stop/Start, Engine control stop/start disable button and its content. See dealer for details.)
  • Electronic Precision Shift
  • Tow/Haul mode selector
  • Differential, mechanical limited-slip (Upgradeable to (G96) electronic limited-slip differential when (Z66) Performance Package is ordered.)
  • Rear wheel drive
  • Cooling, external engine oil cooler (Deleted when (LM2) 3.0L Turbo Diesel engine is ordered.)
  • Cooling, external transmission oil cooler, heavy-duty air-to-oil
  • Trailering equipment, heavy-duty includes trailering hitch platform, 7-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits and 7-way sealed connector
  • Hitch Guidance dynamic single line to aid in trailer alignment for hitching
  • Suspension, Premium Smooth Ride (Upgradeable to (Z95) Magnetic Ride Control suspension when (Z66) Performance Package is ordered.)
  • Steering, Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
  • Brake, automatic vehicle hold
  • Brake lining wear indicator
  • Brake rotors, Duralife
  • Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc
  • Brakes, Hill Start-Assist/Hill hold
  • Electric Parking Brake
  • Locking fuel door
  • Capless Fuel Fill
  • Exhaust, dual with polished outlets

Tech Specs

• Brakes Features
  • Brake Type - Pwr
  • Brake ABS System - 4-Wheel
  • Disc - Front (Yes or ) - Yes
  • Disc - Rear (Yes or ) - Yes
  • Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - - TBD -
  • Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) - - TBD -
• Cargo Area Dimensions Features
  • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Console (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Area Width @ Beltline (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) - - TBD -
  • Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft³) - 142.8
  • Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft³) - 94.1
  • Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft³) - 41.5
• Cooling System Features
  • Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) - - TBD -
• Doors Features
  • Side Door Type - Swing-out
• Electrical Features
  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) - - TBD -
  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) - - TBD -
• Engine Features
  • Engine Order Code - L87
  • Engine Type - Gas V8
  • Displacement - 6.2L/376
  • Fuel System - Direct Injection
  • SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM - 420 @ 5600
  • SAE Net Torque @ RPM - 460 @ 4100
• Exterior Dimensions Features
  • Wheelbase (in) - 134.1
  • Length, Overall (in) - 227.0
  • Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) - 81.1
  • Height, Overall (in) - 76.4
  • Overhang, Front (in) - N/A
  • Overhang, Rear w/bumper (in) - N/A
  • Ground to Top of Load Floor (in) - - TBD -
  • Ground Clearance, Front (in) - - TBD -
  • Ground Clearance, Rear (in) - - TBD -
  • Rear Door Opening Height (in) - - TBD -
  • Rear Door Opening Width (in) - - TBD -
  • Side Door Opening Height (in) - - TBD -
  • Side Door Opening Width (in) - - TBD -
  • Step Up Height - Front (in) - - TBD -
  • Step Up Height - Side (in) - - TBD -
• Frame Features
  • Frame Type - - TBD -
• Fuel Tank Features
  • Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) - 28.3
• Interior Dimensions Features
  • Passenger Capacity - 7
  • Front Head Room (in) - 42.3
  • Front Leg Room (in) - 44.5
  • Front Shoulder Room (in) - 65.5
  • Front Hip Room (in) - 61.7
  • Second Head Room (in) - 38.9
  • Second Leg Room (in) - 41.7
  • Second Shoulder Room (in) - 64.6
  • Second Hip Room (in) - 61.2
  • Third Head Room (in) - 38.2
  • Third Leg Room (in) - 36.6
  • Third Shoulder Room (in) - 62.8
  • Third Hip Room (in) - 49.4
• Mileage Features
  • Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG) - 17
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) - 15
  • EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) - 20
• Steering Features
  • Steering Type - Pwr
  • Steering Ratio (:1), On Center - - TBD -
  • Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock - - TBD -
  • Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) - 43.3
  • Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - N/A
• Summary Features
  • Vehicle Name - Cadillac Escalade ESV
  • Body Style - Sport Utility Vehicle
• Suspension Features
  • Suspension Type - Front - Independent
  • Suspension Type - Rear - Independent Multi-Link
  • Spring Capacity - Front (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Axle Type - Front - - TBD -
  • Axle Type - Rear - - TBD -
  • Axle Capacity - Front (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear - 3.23
  • Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - - TBD -
  • Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - - TBD -
  • Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - - TBD -
  • Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - - TBD -
• Tires Features
  • Front Tire Order Code - XCG
  • Rear Tire Order Code - XCG
  • Spare Tire Order Code - XCQ
  • Front Tire Size - 275/50R22SL
  • Rear Tire Size - 275/50R22SL
  • Spare Tire Size - 265/70R17SL
  • Front Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Rear Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Spare Tire Capacity (lbs) - - TBD -
  • Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front - N/A
  • Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear - N/A
  • Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare - N/A
• Trailering Features
  • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 5000
  • Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 500
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) - 7600
  • Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) - 760
  • Maximum Trailering Capacity (N/A) - 7600
• Transmission Features
  • Drivetrain - Rear Wheel Drive
  • Trans Order Code - MQC
  • Trans Type - 10
  • Trans Description Cont. - Automatic
  • First Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Second Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Third Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Fourth Gear Rato (:1) - - TBD -
  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Reverse Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High - 1.00
  • Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low - - TBD -
  • Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Ninth Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
  • Tenth Gear Ratio (:1) - - TBD -
• Vehicle Features
  • EPA Greenhouse Gas Score - - TBD -
  • Annual CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year - 10.4
  • Rear Door Type - Liftgate
• Weight Information Features
  • Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs) - 3600
  • Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs) - 4300
  • Curb Weight - Front (lbs) - 2832
  • Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) - 2643
  • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs) - 7600
  • Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) - - TBD -
• Wheels Features
  • Front Wheel Size (in) - 22 x - TBD -
  • Rear Wheel Size (in) - 22 x - TBD -
  • Spare Wheel Size (in) - 17 x - TBD -
  • Front Wheel Material - Aluminum
  • Rear Wheel Material - Aluminum
  • Spare Wheel Material - Steel

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