Cadillac Escalade 2021 Review Prices , and Pictures
10.0/10
Based on 1 reviewsMSRP range: $76,195 - $102,995
- Cool-looking digital cockpit interface
- One of the roomiest cabins in the class
- Huge rear cargo space and excellent in-cabin storage
- Climate controls are difficult to use at night
- Rear cabin lags class leaders in interior quality
- Poor fuel economy from standard V8 engine
- Fully redesigned for 2021
- More interior space, especially for rear passengers
- Part of the fifth Escalade generation introduced for 2021
The 2021 Cadillac Escalade is fully redesigned with an array of changes. For one, it's longer than the previous Escalade and has more passenger room (particularly for the second- and third-row occupants) and cargo space. It also gets new technology features, including Cadillac's Super Cruise, which is one of the best semi-automated driving systems around, and a sharp-looking display that spans most of the dashboard.
Underneath, there's a new independent rear suspension that provides a smoother ride than the previous solid-axle design. The Escalade's standard 6.2-liter V8 is pretty much a carryover, but there is a newly available turbocharged diesel V6 engine, which could be of benefit if you're planning on doing a lot of towing with your Escalade.
Overall, we're pleased with the new Escalade. It's worth checking out alongside rival large SUVs such as the Lincoln Navigator and Mercedes-Benz GLS. Check out our Expert Rating for more of our in-depth analysis on the 2021 Escalade.
Which Escalade does MatoCar recommend?
The base Luxury trim comes well equipped, but we suggest going for the midgrade Escalade Premium Luxury model. In addition to a few more standard features, it offers a wider array of optional features than the base Luxury model, including Super Cruise and an adaptive air suspension.The 2021 Escalade is a three-row large luxury SUV that comes in five trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum and Sport Platinum. The Escalade seats up to eight with the second-row bench seat. The optional captain's chairs drop the count to seven.
All Escalades come standard with a 6.2-liter V8 (420 hp, 460 lb-ft) and rear-wheel drive. Four-wheel drive is optional. Also optional is a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel engine (277 hp, 460 lb-ft). Both engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Luxury Standard feature highlights include:
- Full leather seating
- A dash-spanning 16.9-inch infotainment screen and a 14.2-inch instrument cluster
- Keyless and ignition with remote start
- Heated front and rear outboard seats
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
- Tri-zone climate control
- A 19-speaker AKG Studio audio system
- Front and rear parking sensors
Premium Luxury Includes those features and opens up the options list with available features such as:
- Driver Assist Tech package
- Adaptive cruise control can speed up and slow down the vehicle with traffic
- Soft-close doors that catch the doors as they're being closed and gently pull them shut
- Performance package
- Revised suspension
- Trailer hitch assist that helps when lining up a trailer
- Trailer brake controller that helps control a trailer when on the road
- A Heavy-Duty Trailering package
- Rear-seat entertainment system
- Adaptive air suspension
- Cadillac's Super Cruise semi-automated driving system
Premium Luxury Platinum Comes with most options as standard equipment but adds:
- Massaging front seats
- Leather-wrapped instrument panel, console and upper door panels
The Sport and Sport Platinum trims' features and options generally mirror those on the Escalade Premium Luxury and Premium Luxury Platinum, respectively, with visual touches such as wheels and gloss-black trim separating the models.
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