Used 2025 Cadillac Escalade for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

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The 2025 Cadillac Escalade offers a range of trims from the value-oriented Luxury RWD to the feature-rich Premium Luxury 4WD, catering to various preferences and budgets.

• Starting at $98,352
• Best MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Most Popular: Premium Luxury 4WD

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Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped luxury SUV without the added cost of 4WD.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 41 listings
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Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury 4WD is the choice for buyers seeking all-wheel drive capabilities without breaking the bank on luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 101 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Luxury 4WD listings

Premium Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury RWD is ideal for those wanting a standard luxury experience with additional features at a competitive price.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 28 listings
• View Premium Luxury RWD listings

Sport RWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport RWD appeals to buyers looking for a sporty aesthetic without the need for all-wheel drive.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 12 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Premium Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury 4WD is perfect for those who want a blend of luxury and capability, making it the most popular choice.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 120 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Premium Luxury 4WD listings

Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is for those who desire luxury and performance in an all-wheel drive package.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 80 listings
• View Sport 4WD listings

Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD is for buyers seeking the ultimate luxury experience with advanced features.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 18 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD listings

Sport Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport Platinum 4WD is ideal for those wanting a luxury SUV with a sporty edge and advanced technology.

• Avg. market price: $98,352 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 103 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Sport Platinum 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium Luxury 4WD

With 120 active listings, the Premium Luxury 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Luxury RWD

At $98,352 avg market price — below the lineup median of $98,352 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — Luxury RWD

The Luxury RWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 15/19 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade cost?

Prices have softened 11.57% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,532 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade a good car?

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade earns a 7.33/10 expert rating.

The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, and Technology.

You’re getting a full-size luxury SUV that leans hard into presence, a refreshed design, and a redesigned dashboard display, while also delivering impressive technology and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. The trade-offs are clear: poor ride quality and poor value for money, plus a performance profile that trails some rivals in refinement and handling. If you want a big, high-tech luxury SUV and you’re willing to spend extra on a well-optioned example, it fits that use case well.

Only 35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so the market is somewhat selective rather than broadly discounted.

Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade’s appeal is less about mechanical simplicity and more about a well-developed full-size luxury formula with a strong warranty package. It uses a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8, a 10-speed automatic transmission, and a body-on-frame layout, and Cadillac backs it with a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty.

The expert evaluation also points to a solid, straightforward powertrain setup and a cabin that feels carefully executed for the segment. Cadillac includes roadside assistance with courtesy transportation, an eight-year basic OnStar telematics subscription, and a three-year connectivity plan for Wi-Fi and in-car apps, which helps reduce some ownership friction early on.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that this is still a large, complex luxury SUV, so upkeep and running costs can stay elevated even when the vehicle itself is well built.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Cadillac Escalade?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on a vehicle this expensive and feature-rich. Focus on condition, maintenance records, and whether the equipment you want is actually present, since the Escalade’s trim and option spread can change the ownership experience a lot.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base Luxury models still use synthetic leather upholstery, while other trims move to real leather and can add semi-aniline leather; the Sport models mainly change appearance, and Premium Luxury Platinum adds an illuminated Cadillac crest and grille surround.
• Powertrain: The 2025 model uses only a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission; rear-wheel drive is standard, and four-wheel drive is optional on most models.
• Safety package: Standard driver-assist features include adaptive cruise control, blind-zone steering assist, automatic emergency braking front and rear, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, traffic sign recognition, a 360-degree camera system, Safety Alert Seat warnings, teen-driver monitoring, and Super Cruise.
• Infotainment: The updated cabin uses a 55-inch display spanning the dashboard, with a digital instrument cluster, central infotainment touchscreen, and front-passenger touchscreen; wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and OTA capability is not stated.
• Fuel efficiency: The Escalade is EPA-rated at 17 mpg combined with RWD, 16 mpg combined with 4WD, and 13 mpg combined for the V-Series model.

Which 2025 Cadillac Escalade trim should I buy?

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade is offered in 6 trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport Platinum, and Escalade-V.

Here's the short version:

• Luxury: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Escalade’s core size, presence, and tech without the extra cost of the higher trims. It’s the one to consider if you want the lowest starting price and can live without some of the nicer materials and added hardware found higher up.
• Premium Luxury: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it sits well below the Platinum models while still moving you into a more upscale experience. It’s the trim to target if you want the Escalade’s luxury feel without jumping into the highest price brackets.
• Sport: Choose this if you want the darker exterior treatment and mesh grille look instead of the brighter trim theme. It’s more about style than a major equipment jump.
• Premium Luxury Platinum: This is the one to buy if you want the richest-feeling cabin and the most polished overall presentation. It’s the trim where the Escalade makes the strongest case for itself as a luxury SUV.
• Sport Platinum: Pick this if you want the Platinum-level equipment but prefer the Sport appearance theme. It’s the style-forward choice at the top of the regular lineup.
• Escalade-V: This is the performance model, with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 and a more aggressive character. It makes sense only if you specifically want the highest-output Escalade and are comfortable with the added cost.

All but the base Luxury trim level have an electronic rear limited-slip differential, and Magnetic Ride Control is standard on all but the base Luxury grade.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Cadillac Escalade?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you have room to shop carefully without expecting deep discounts everywhere.

• Deal availability: 35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,532 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.57% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 94.3% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $103,810, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade's resale value?

The current average of $103,810 sits slightly below last year's $117,396.

That price movement suggests the Escalade has become more approachable for used buyers than it was a year ago. If you’re planning to sell later, that also means you should expect a softer resale environment than before, especially if your vehicle is not especially well equipped or well maintained.

The good news is that the Escalade still has strong name recognition and a premium image, which helps support demand. The challenge is that buyers in this segment are often comparing multiple luxury SUVs, so condition, equipment, and mileage will matter a lot when it’s time to list yours.

Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade safe?

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade’s current crash-test ratings from IIHS and NHTSA weren’t available at the time of publication.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard driver-assist features include adaptive cruise control, blind-zone steering assist, automatic emergency braking front and rear, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, traffic sign recognition, and a 360-degree camera system. Cadillac also includes the Safety Alert Seat, teen-driver monitoring, and Super Cruise, its hands-free driving system for mapped roads.

One caveat is that Super Cruise still hands control back to you abruptly in some situations, such as construction zones. That doesn’t erase the system’s usefulness, but it does mean you should treat it as an advanced aid rather than a substitute for attention.

Should I buy a 2025 Cadillac Escalade or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.3% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 11.57% compared with last year.
• The refresh brings a redesigned dashboard display and updated styling.

Consider the 2026 if:

• It adds a new base trim and revised trim naming.

The bottom line: The 2025 is the better pick if you want the refreshed cabin and a market that’s already softened from last year. If you’re price-sensitive, the 2026 may be worth a look for its updated lineup, but the 2025 remains the smarter buy when you want the refreshed design and more favorable used pricing.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.