Trim Report

Cadillac Escalade Platinum2021

Includes:ESCALA|Platinum
$8,350
Starting From
268
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 268 active dealer listings as of

Min $8,350
Max $59,999
From $8,350
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2021 Cadillac Escalade Platinum Pricing

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Where to Find Cadillac Escalade Platinum

Location data for all 2021 Cadillac Escalade trims combined

32States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (18%), but the remaining listings are spread across 31 other states nationwide.

Cadillac Escalade Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Cadillac Escalade trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 70 complaints for the 2021 Cadillac Escalade, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
70
Complaints
2
Crashes
2
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 70 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2021 Cadillac Escalade. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine20
02Engine And Engine Cooling8
03Power Train,engine5
04Unknown Or Other4
05Engine,fuel/propulsion System3
70 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Cadillac Escalade Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Cadillac Escalade trims

16–23mpg combined
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14-21city
·
19-27hwy
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$2,400-$3,600/yr

The 2021 Cadillac Escalade delivers 16 to 23 MPG combined across 6 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Escalade 2WD - Automatic 10-spd
23mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel DriveDiesel
21 city27 hwy~$2,400/yr4/10 Average
Escalade 4WD - Automatic 10-spd
22mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel DriveDiesel
20 city26 hwy~$2,550/yr4/10 Average
Escalade 2WD - Automatic 10-spd
17mpg
6.2L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$3,400/yr3/10 Poor
Escalade 4WD - Automatic 10-spd
16mpg
6.2L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$3,600/yr2/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Platinum Worth It?

Common questions about the 2021 Cadillac Escalade Platinum

How does the Platinum compare to other Cadillac Escalade trims?

The Platinum occupies a distinct position in the Cadillac Escalade range. See how it stacks up on the 2021 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Cadillac Escalade Platinum?

Budget for standard Platinum maintenance plus any trim-specific items. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Cadillac Escalade Platinum?

For the Platinum, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Cadillac Escalade buyer's guide.

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