Summary

• With 489 currently listed for sale and an average price of $20,362.00, 28.6% of 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESVs for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV 5 / 5 stars.

• 56.6% of 2016 Escalade ESV models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV stands out as a full-size luxury SUV built around space, comfort, and a strong V8 powertrain. In its third generation, the extended-wheelbase ESV could carry eight passengers, and its longer wheelbase gave the third row 10 inches more legroom than the regular version. It also offered up to 121 cubic feet of cargo space with all seats folded, making it especially appealing for buyers who need both passenger room and serious utility. The 6.2L V8 produced 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, and the Escalade ESV could tow as much as 8,100 pounds.

This model year also brought a long list of upscale features. Standard equipment included 20-inch chrome alloy wheels, magnetic ride control suspension, a rear camera mirror, automatic LED headlamps, a hands-free power liftgate, keyless ignition and entry, and a power-operated third row. Higher trims added amenities such as 22-inch wheels, power-folding second-row seats, a head-up display, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and heated and ventilated front seats with massage functions. Platinum models went further with a freezer mode for the center console and dual rear-seat screens, reinforcing the Escalade ESV’s role as one of the most lavish ways to move a large family.

There are tradeoffs, though. Fuel economy was poor, with an EPA rating of 17 miles per gallon combined, or 16 mpg combined with four-wheel drive. The eight-speed automatic transmission used by most third-generation models was also described as troublesome. Even so, the 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV remains distinctive for buyers who want maximum interior space, strong towing ability, and a distinctly premium feel in a single package.

Other model years to consider

• 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV

  • Average price: $60,847.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.8%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 987

• 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV

  • Average price: $81,551.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.5%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 955

• 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV

  • Average price: $68,113.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.7%
  • User rating: 4.33 / 5
  • Total listings: 1,016

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.