2016 Cadillac Escalade
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade is a midsize SUV, rated at 17 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 17
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $87,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Cadillac |
|---|---|
| Model | Escalade |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 6.2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 15 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 22 |
| Combined MPG | 17 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 511 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3650 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Escalade 2WD | 17 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Escalade 4WD | 17 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 15 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 34% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $78,300
- Total interest
- $13,622
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≈ $2,365/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM19V645000 · 2019-09-06
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL16V651000 · 2016-09-08
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL17V437000 · 2017-07-10
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.
- SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM16V256000 · 2016-04-28
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 42190.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2016 Cadillac Escalade?
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade is EPA-rated at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway).
Is the 2016 Cadillac Escalade reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Cadillac Escalade. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Cadillac Escalade?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Cadillac Escalade costs roughly $2,365 per year to fuel, or about $11,824 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2016 Cadillac Escalade?
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade is classified as a midsize suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC