Cadillac Escalade 2021
Versiones, desempeño, equipamiento, consumo, seguridad y problemas conocidos, con sus ventajas y desventajas frente a modelos similares 2021.

- Clase
- SUV grande (2WD)
- Carrocerías
- Esv Luxury 4dr SUV, Esv Sport / Premium Luxury 4dr SUV, Esv Sport Platinum / Premium Luxury Platform 4dr SUV, Luxury 4dr SUV
- Motores
- 3.0L 6 cil. turbo, 6.2L 8 cil.
- Transmisión
- 10-speed Automática
- Tracción
- Tracción trasera, Tracción 4x4
- Asientos
- 7
- Combustible
- Diésel, Gasolina premium
- MPG (mejor)
- 23 combinadas · 21 ciudad / 27 carretera
- Largo
- 211.8–227.2 in
- Peso en vacío
- 5,721–6,111 lb
- Calificación NHTSA
- ★★★★★
- Retiros
- 12 campañas
Ventajas y desventajas
Lo bueno
- Excelente consumo de combustibleHasta 23 MPG combinadas: un 17 % mejor que el promedio de su clase (SUV grande, 2021: 19.6 MPG).
- Tracción total / 4x4 disponible
- Hasta 7 asientos3 filas de asientos.
- Mucha tecnología de seguridad de serie4 de las 5 asistencias clave, de serie en las versiones revisadas.
A tener en cuenta
- Mayor riesgo de volcaduraLa NHTSA estima un 21.9 % de probabilidad de volcadura en un choque de un solo vehículo.
- 12 retirosMás que modelos similares (unos 0). Confirma las reparaciones con el VIN.
Calculado con datos de la EPA, la NHTSA y vPIC; no es una reseña. Cómo lo calculamos →
Resumen
El Cadillac Escalade 2021 es un SUV grande disponible con 2 motores (3.0L 6 cil. turbo y 6.2L 8 cil.), con tracción trasera y tracción 4x4.
Mide unas 227 pulgadas de largo y 81 de ancho, con una distancia entre ejes de 134 pulgadas, y pesa alrededor de 5,869 lb (Esv Luxury 4dr SUV).
La EPA califica su versión más eficiente con 23 MPG combinadas (21 en ciudad / 27 en carretera), un 17 % mejor que el promedio de su clase (SUV grande, 2021: 19.6 MPG), con un gasto estimado de $4,150 al año en combustible.
En las pruebas de choque de la NHTSA obtuvo una calificación general de 4 estrellas.
Tiene 12 campañas de retiro registradas y los propietarios han presentado 169 quejas ante la NHTSA desde 2015, sobre todo por problemas de motor.
Novedades del 2021
- Nuevas dimensiones: 23.3 in más largo, distancia entre ejes +18.2 in — probablemente un rediseño o nueva generación
- Nueva versión diésel
- Motor nuevo: 3.0L 6 cil. turbo
- Mejor consumo combinado sube de 17 a 23 MPG
- Ya probado por la NHTSA: 4 estrellas en general
Comparado con 2020; no incluye cambios de versiones, equipamiento ni precio. Ver el Escalade 2020 →
Versiones, desempeño y equipamiento
Versiones
Seguridad y asistencias al conductor
Fabricado en: Arlington, Texas
NHTSA vPIC, según el fabricante, para 5 configuraciones del Escalade 2021; puede no incluir todas las versiones. Cómo lo calculamos →
Dimensiones y peso
| Carrocería | Largo | Ancho | Alto | Distancia entre ejes | Vía del. / tras. | Peso en vacío | Peso del./tras. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esv Luxury 4dr SUV | 227.2 in | 81.1 in | 76.4 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,869 lb | 53/47 |
| Esv Sport / Premium Luxury 4dr SUV | 227.2 in | 81.1 in | 76.4 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,992 lb | 53/47 |
| Esv Sport Platinum / Premium Luxury Platform 4dr SUV | 227.2 in | 81.1 in | 76.4 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 6,111 lb | 53/47 |
| Luxury 4dr SUV | 211.8 in | 81.1 in | 76.8 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,721 lb | 52/48 |
| Sport / Premium Luxury 4dr SUV | 211.8 in | 81.1 in | 76.8 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,838 lb | 52/48 |
| Sport Platinum / Premium Luxury Platform 4dr SUV | 211.8 in | 81.1 in | 76.8 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,972 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), medidas del mercado canadiense.
¿Cabe en tu garaje? Compruébalo con tus medidas →Motores, consumo y costo de uso
| Versión | Motor | Transmisión | Tracción | Ciudad / Carr. / Comb. | vs. su clase | Combustible / año | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD Diésel | 3.0L 6 cil. turbo | Automática 10-spd | Tracción trasera | 21 / 27 / 23 | +17% | $4,150 | 437 |
| Escalade 4WD Diésel | 3.0L 6 cil. turbo | Automática 10-spd | Tracción 4x4 | 20 / 26 / 22 | +17% | $4,350 | 444 |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8 cil. | Automática 10-spd | Tracción trasera | 15 / 20 / 17 | -13% | $4,850 | 530 |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8 cil. | Automática 10-spd | Tracción 4x4 | 14 / 19 / 16 | -15% | $5,150 | 558 |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8 cil. | Automática 10-spd | Tracción trasera | 14 / 20 / 16 | -18% | $5,150 | 552 |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8 cil. | Automática 10-spd | Tracción 4x4 | 13 / 19 / 16 | -15% | $5,150 | 570 |
Estimaciones de la EPA; "vs. su clase" compara las MPG combinadas con el promedio 2021 de su clase EPA. Cómo lo calculamos →
Calificaciones de seguridad y tecnología
| Versión | General | Frontal | Conductor / pasajero | Lateral | Poste lateral | Volcadura | Riesgo de volcadura |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.9% |
| 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.2% |
SUV grande similares 2021
| Modelo | Mejor MPG / autonomía | General NHTSA | Retiros |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade 2021 (este auto) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 12 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class 2021 | 23 MPG | Sin calificar | 0 |
Retiros (12)
Texto oficial de la NHTSA (en inglés).
Combustible (diésel) › Storage › Tank Assembly · 18 sept 2025
Campaña NHTSA 25V619000 · 12 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, 2021, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2022 and 2024 GMC Yukon vehicles equipped with a 6-cylinder diesel engine. The original fuel tank may have been replaced with an incorrect fuel tank, which can allow fuel to leak in a rollover crash.
- Riesgo
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
- Solución
- Dealers will inspect for the correct fuel tank and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 5, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252512770. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 18, 2025.
Motor y refrigeración › Motor › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · 24 abr 2025
Campaña NHTSA 25V274000 · 597,571 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
- Riesgo
- Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Tren motriz › Transmisión automática › Fluid/Lubricant › Valves/Valve Body · 24 oct 2024
Campaña NHTSA 24V797000 · 463,295 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
- Riesgo
- Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454440.
Iluminación exterior › Lighting Control Module › Software · 3 nov 2022
Campaña NHTSA 22V827000 · 338,735 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Riesgo
- Daytime Running Lights that do not deactivate as intended may cause a glare, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will provide an over-the-air (OTA) update for the Body Control Module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2022. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222382220.
Cinturones de seguridad › Critical Fasteners · 11 ago 2022
Campaña NHTSA 22V617000 · 484,155 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed.
- Riesgo
- A seat belt with a deformed rivet may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372380.
Tren motriz › Driveline › Driveshaft · 27 ene 2022
Campaña NHTSA 22V036000 · 1,789 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles. The rear wheel driveshaft assemblies may have internal components that were not heat-treated properly, possibly resulting in driveshaft failure.
- Riesgo
- Driveshaft failure can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will replace the left and/or right rear driveshaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. 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 N212351030.
Combustible (gasolina) › Delivery › Fuel Pump › Control/Drive Module · 23 sept 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V739000 · 14,939 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump power control module may cause the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, which can interrupt fuel flow to the engine, and cause an unexpected engine stall.
- Riesgo
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump power control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. 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 N212332040.
Dirección › Steering Control Module · 17 jun 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V455000 · 26,847 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. A software issue may cause a loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving.
- Riesgo
- Increased steering effort, particularly at lower speeds, increases the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- The power steering module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2021. 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 N212333900.
Bolsas de aire › Srs Malfunction Warning Lamp/Light · 10 jun 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V421000 · 285,622 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Buick Envision, Cadillac CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Corvette, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles. The communications gateway module incorrectly processes a loss of communication with the sensing diagnostic module (SDM), causing the air bag malfunction indicator light to inconsistently illuminate.
- Riesgo
- The air bag malfunction indicator light may fail to warn the driver of a problem with the air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
- Solución
- The communications gateway module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 1, 2021. 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 N212338110.
Cinturones de seguridad › Rear/Other · 18 mar 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V190000 · 94,641 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Chevrolet Suburban, and Tahoe vehicles with third-row seating. The third-row outboard seat belts may have been entrapped or misrouted behind the outboard seat-folding mechanism, which could result in damaged seat belts.
- Riesgo
- A damaged seat belt can break during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
- Solución
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third-row outboard seat belts, replacing any damaged seat belts, and rerouting them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313000.
Cinturones de seguridad › Critical Fasteners · 23 dic 2020
Campaña NHTSA 20V811000 · 470 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
- Riesgo
- If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Solución
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.
Sistema eléctrico › Instrument Cluster/Panel · 17 dic 2020
Campaña NHTSA 20V790000 · 3,203 vehículos
- Problema
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV vehicles. The front passenger seat belt and airbag status telltale lights located in the overhead console in these vehicles may be set to "night mode" when the vehicle is started using remote start or when the vehicle is turned off and re-started after approximately ten minutes without opening the door. In daytime, if night mode is active, the telltale lights may not be visible, and fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Riesgo
- If the telltale lights are not visible, the driver and front passenger may not know that the front passenger is unbuckled or has a deactivated air bag, increasing the risk of passenger injury in a crash.
- Solución
- The body control module (BCM) software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202319980.
No todos los Escalade 2021 están afectados: solo el VIN lo confirma.
Problemas reportados por propietarios
Reportes sin verificar; los más vendidos acumulan más.
Lista para comprar un Cadillac Escalade 2021 usado
- Consulta el VIN en nhtsa.gov/recalls. 12 retiros en este año: pide comprobantes de reparación.
- Motor — 107 reportes de propietarios. Arranca el motor en frío, escucha si golpetea y fíjate en luces de advertencia o titubeos al acelerar.
- Tren motriz — 23 reportes de propietarios. Prueba todas las marchas, incluida la reversa; nota patinazos o cambios bruscos o tardíos.
- Sistema eléctrico — 23 reportes de propietarios. Prueba todas las ventanas, seguros, luces, pantallas y puertos USB; revisa la antigüedad de la batería.
- Millaje a vigilar. Los propietarios suelen reportar problemas alrededor de las 40,000 millas; pregunta qué se reparó cerca de ese punto.
- Antes de pagar: historial de servicio, reporte de antecedentes e inspección de un mecánico independiente.
Generado por DecodedCars a partir de retiros y quejas de propietarios ante la NHTSA para el Cadillac Escalade 2021. No sustituye una inspección profesional.
Otros años del Escalade
Comparar todos los años →| Año | MPG (mejor) | Largo | General | Retiros | Quejas |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2027 | 17 | 228.3 in | Sin calificar | 0 | 0 |
| Escalade 2026 | 17 | 227.2 in | Sin calificar | 4 | 55 |
| Escalade 2025 | 17 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 40 |
| Escalade 2024 | 23 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 74 |
| Escalade 2023 | 23 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 235 |
| Escalade 2022 | 23 | 227.2 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 143 |
| Escalade 2020 | 17 | 203.9 in | Sin calificar | 2 | 36 |
| Escalade 2019 | 17 | 203.9 in | Sin calificar | 1 | 59 |
| Escalade 2018 | 17 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 37 |
| Escalade 2017 | 17 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 89 |
| Escalade 2016 | 17 | 203.9 in | Sin calificar | 4 | 104 |
| Escalade 2015 | 17 | 203.9 in | Sin calificar | 9 | 106 |
Fuentes: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Sin afiliación con la NHTSA, la EPA ni Cadillac. Cómo lo calculamos →