DecodedCars2027 Cadillac Escalade
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- Iql 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 6.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 15 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 228.3 in
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 21% below the 2027 standard SUV average of 21.5 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Cadillac Escalade is a standard SUV offered with a 6.2L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 19 highway), 21% worse than the 2027 standard SUV average of 21.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,850 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
- New body dimensions: 1.1 in longer, wheelbase +1.9 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Escalade →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iql 4dr SUV | 228.3 in | 82.3 in | 78.3 in | 136.2 in | 68.5 / 68.5 in | – |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -21% | $4,850 | 532 |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | -18% | $5,150 | 572 |
| Escalade V AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | 4-Wheel Drive | 11 / 17 / 13 | -33% | $6,300 | 671 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Cadillac Escalade.
Similar 2027 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Cadillac Escalade (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Land Rover Range Rover | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2027 BMW X5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Land Rover Defender | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Lincoln Navigator | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2027 BMW X6 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Cadillac Escalade.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Cadillac Escalade is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Cadillac Escalade in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Escalade years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Escalade | 17 | 227.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 54 |
| 2025 Escalade | 17 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 39 |
| 2024 Escalade | 23 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 74 |
| 2023 Escalade | 23 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 234 |
| 2022 Escalade | 23 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 143 |
| 2021 Escalade | 23 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 169 |
| 2020 Escalade | 17 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 36 |
| 2019 Escalade | 17 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 59 |
| 2018 Escalade | 17 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 37 |
| 2017 Escalade | 17 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 89 |
| 2016 Escalade | 17 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 104 |
| 2015 Escalade | 17 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 9 | 106 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →