Cadillac Escalade MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Cadillac Escalade model year from 1999 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Escalade has been offered with 6.2L 8-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2024 (up to 23 MPG combined). Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Cadillac Escalade fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16–17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $121,224 | 1,660 listings |
| 2025 | 16–17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $109,952 | 198 listings |
| 2024 | 16–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | $79,832 | 230 listings |
| 2023 | 16–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | $69,495 | 447 listings |
| 2022 | 16–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | $62,199 | 209 listings |
| 2021 | 16–23 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | $57,988 | 302 listings |
| 2020 | 17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $37,807 | 217 listings |
| 2019 | 17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $30,522 | 242 listings |
| 2018 | 17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $28,902 | 198 listings |
| 2017 | 17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $24,895 | 197 listings |
| 2016 | 17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $22,995 | 202 listings |
| 2015 | 16–17 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | $19,999 | 180 listings |
| 2014 | 15–16 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2013 | 15–21 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2012 | 15–21 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2011 | 15–21 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2010 | 15–22 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2009 | 14–20 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2008 | 14 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2007 | 14 MPG | 6.2L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2006 | 13–14 MPG | 6.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 13–15 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 13–14 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 13–14 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 12–14 MPG | 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 13 MPG | 5.7L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 1999 | 13 MPG | 5.7L 8-cyl | — | — |
2026 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2026 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 17 MPG. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $121,224 on VehiSales (1,660 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 15 | 19 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
2025 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2025 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 17 MPG. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $109,952 on VehiSales (198 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 15 | 19 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
2024 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2024 Escalade was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 23 MPG. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $79,832 on VehiSales (230 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
2023 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2023 Escalade was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 23 MPG. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $69,495 on VehiSales (447 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
2022 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2022 Escalade was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 23 MPG. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $62,199 on VehiSales (209 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
2021 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2021 Escalade was EPA-rated in 6 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 23 MPG. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $57,988 on VehiSales (302 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 21 | 27 | 23 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Diesel | 20 | 26 | 22 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 13 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
2020 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2020 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 17 MPG. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $37,807 on VehiSales (217 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 23 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2019 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2019 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 17 MPG. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $30,522 on VehiSales (242 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 23 | 17 MPG |
2018 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2018 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 17 MPG. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $28,902 on VehiSales (198 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Premium | 14 | 23 | 17 MPG |
2017 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2017 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 17 MPG. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $24,895 on VehiSales (197 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
2016 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2016 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 17 MPG. Used 2016 models currently list for a median of $22,995 on VehiSales (202 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
2015 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2015 Escalade was EPA-rated in 4 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 16 to 17 MPG. Used 2015 models currently list for a median of $19,999 on VehiSales (180 for sale).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 15 | 21 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Regular | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
| Escalade 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 21 | 16 MPG |
2014 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2014 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 16 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2013 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2013 Escalade was EPA-rated in 4 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade Hybrid 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escalade Hybrid 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2012 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2012 Escalade was EPA-rated in 4 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade Hybrid 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escalade Hybrid 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2011 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2011 Escalade was EPA-rated in 4 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade Hybrid 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escalade Hybrid 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 20 | 23 | 21 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 18 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 18 | 15 MPG |
2010 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2010 Escalade was EPA-rated in 3 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 15 to 22 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade Hybrid 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 21 | 22 | 22 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 14 | 20 | 16 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 13 | 20 | 15 MPG |
2009 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2009 Escalade was EPA-rated in 3 versions (6.0L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 14 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade Hybrid 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 20 | 21 | 20 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 12 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Regular | 12 | 19 | 14 MPG |
2008 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2008 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 12 | 18 | 14 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 12 | 19 | 14 MPG |
2007 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2007 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.2L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 12 | 19 | 14 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Premium | 12 | 18 | 14 MPG |
2006 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2006 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 12 | 16 | 13 MPG |
2005 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2005 Escalade was EPA-rated in 3 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 15 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 14 | 19 | 15 MPG |
| Escalade 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Premium | 12 | 16 | 13 MPG |
2004 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2004 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 12 | 16 | 13 MPG |
2003 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2003 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 13 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 16 | 14 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 11 | 15 | 13 MPG |
2002 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2002 Escalade was EPA-rated in 2 versions (5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 12 to 14 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 13 | 17 | 14 MPG |
| Escalade AWD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 10 | 14 | 12 MPG |
2000 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 2000 Escalade was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 4WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 11 | 15 | 13 MPG |
1999 Cadillac Escalade: engines & MPG
The 1999 Escalade was EPA-rated in 1 version (5.7L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 13 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade 4WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 11 | 15 | 13 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Cadillac Escalade get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the Escalade range from 13 to 23 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2024 model year.
What engines does the 2026 Cadillac Escalade have?
The 2026 Escalade was EPA-rated with 6.2L 8-cyl engines — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Cadillac Escalade require premium gas?
Some versions do: EPA lists premium gasoline and diesel and regular gasoline depending on year and engine — check your year's table above.
Is there a hybrid or electric Escalade?
Yes — the ratings above include hybrid versions; look for them in the per-year tables.
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