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Used Cadillac Escalade: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Cadillac Escalade from 2010 to 2025, across 3 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $13,000 to $90,000), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010, 2012–2025. Look harder at or skip 2011.
2021–2025 Cadillac Escalade
The latest Escalade, with independent rear suspension for a roomier third row and available diesel power.
Years to target: 2021–2025. It has a below-average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $63,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~75,000 |
| 2022 | $68,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~60,000 |
| 2023 | $71,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~50,000 |
| 2024 | $81,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~35,000 |
| 2025 | $90,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~25,000 |
Worth knowing
- Models from 2021 to 2024 with the 6.2-liter V8 were recalled for possible engine bearing failure, so confirm the fix.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the Premium Luxury: it adds more comfort features and driver aids over the Luxury, while every version gets the large curved OLED display.
On the test drive
Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from the start of this generation (2021).
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2021, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: standard from the start of this generation (2021).
Also worth comparing at this price
- Lexus GX 2023 · $68,000
- Lexus LX 2019–2021 · $65,000–$77,500
- Toyota Land Cruiser 2019–2020 · $69,000–$77,000
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2015–2020 Cadillac Escalade
A flashy full-size luxury SUV with eight-cylinder power, an adaptive ride and a quiet cabin.
Years to target: 2015–2020. It has a below-average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $24,500 | Target | Not rated | ~140,000 |
| 2016 | $26,000 | Target | Not rated | ~130,000 |
| 2017 | $26,500 | Target | Not rated | ~115,000 |
| 2018 | $29,500 | Target | Not rated | ~105,000 |
| 2019 | $32,000 | Target | Not rated | ~90,000 |
| 2020 | $34,000* | Target | Not rated | ~80,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- The touchscreen can delaminate or stop responding, a common and costly fix. The third row is cramped for a vehicle this size.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Target the Luxury trim: it adds driver aids such as forward collision alert and lane keep assist over the base model. Choose 2016 or newer for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
On the test drive
Pay for an inspection at an independent shop that specializes in the brand. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: optional from 2015, never standard in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2015, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: standard from the start of this generation (2015).
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Highlander 2019 · $27,000
- Lexus GX 2016–2017 · $25,500–$31,000
- Toyota Sequoia 2015–2016 · $26,000–$29,000
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2010–2014 Cadillac Escalade
A body-on-frame luxury SUV with bold styling, eight-cylinder power and a plush three-row cabin.
Years to target: 2010, 2012–2014. Look harder at or skip: 2011. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $13,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~170,000 |
| 2011 | $14,500 | Look harder | 4 of 5 | ~160,000 |
| 2012 | $16,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~150,000 |
| 2013 | $18,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~140,000 |
| 2014 | $20,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~130,000 |
Worth knowing
- 2011: owner complaints spike (65, mostly the airbags).
- Fuel and repair costs are high, and the dated tech and truck-based ride lag rivals.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the Luxury: it adds ventilated front seats and blind-spot alerts over the base model, while Premium and Platinum add more luxury at a steep price.
On the test drive
Check the air suspension ride height and that the power liftgate and running boards work. On a hybrid, ask for a battery health check.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Highlander 2014–2015 · $14,500–$16,500
- Lexus GX 2012 · $16,000
- Toyota Sequoia 2010–2011 · $15,500–$17,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.