2012
Cadillac Escalade

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$71,675
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Available trims

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  • 2WD 4dr Base
    Starts at
    $63,170
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Base
    Starts at
    $65,720
    13 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Luxury
    Starts at
    $67,395
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Luxury
    Starts at
    $69,945
    13 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Premium
    Starts at
    $71,675
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Premium
    Starts at
    $74,225
    13 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Platinum Edition
    Starts at
    $79,945
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Platinum Edition
    Starts at
    $82,495
    13 City / 18 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

403-hp V-8 with cylinder deactivation
Navigation system enhancements
Several new anti-theft features
Six-speed automatic
Seats up to eight
Available full-time AWD

The good & the bad

The good

Powerful engine
Luxurious cabin
Long list of standard luxury features
Lots of standard safety equipment

The bad

Feels big when driving
Third-row seat doesn't fold flat
Gas mileage
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Safety review

Based on the 2012 Cadillac Escalade base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
3/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
24.6%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
24.6%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
New: 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year / unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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  • 2013
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  • 2005
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    $53,335
    13 City / 17 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
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    Gas V8
    Engine
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    Drivetrain
    1,121 lbs
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 22 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.9
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

By Kim from Port Orange Florida
Owns this car
November 21, 2023

I love mine 💗💗💗💗💗

I've owned my Escalade for one year and I love it I've always wanted one and now I am so happy 💕 Thank you ❤️
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Los58 from Oceanside, California
Owns this car
July 16, 2020

Great looking SUV

Fast, comfortable and fun to drive! Overall experience so far has been great. Going to be adding new sound system and tinting windows and this thing will rock!!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Cadillac Escalade?

The 2012 Cadillac Escalade is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Base (2 styles)
  • Luxury (2 styles)
  • Platinum Edition (2 styles)
  • Premium (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2012 Cadillac Escalade?

The 2012 Cadillac Escalade offers up to 14 MPG in city driving and 18 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Cadillac Escalade?

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Is the 2012 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

The 2012 Cadillac Escalade has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Cadillac Escalade owners.

Is the 2012 Cadillac Escalade a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 22 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.7

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