Used 2025 Cadillac Escalade for Sale nearSanta Barbara, CA

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The 2025 Cadillac Escalade offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to luxurious models, all featuring powerful V8 engines.

• Starting at $78,866
• Best MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Most Popular: Premium Luxury 4WD

Trim Overview

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Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV without paying for all-wheel drive. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $78,866 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 288 listings
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Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without stepping up to a higher price point. It offers a solid mix of features and performance.

• Avg. market price: $80,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 837 listings
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Premium Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxurious experience without the added cost of 4WD. It balances features and price effectively.

• Avg. market price: $90,717 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 245 listings
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Sport RWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty feel in their luxury SUV without the higher price of 4WD. It offers a dynamic driving experience.

• Avg. market price: $98,261 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 107 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Premium Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of luxury and all-weather capability. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $91,975 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 1,228 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty SUV with all-wheel drive capabilities. It combines performance with luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $95,583 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 768 listings
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Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate luxury experience with all-wheel drive. It offers top-tier features and comfort.

• Avg. market price: $99,655 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 185 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Sport Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport Platinum 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxury SUV that’s also trail-ready. It combines sporty features with premium comfort.

• Avg. market price: $104,476 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 831 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium Luxury 4WD

With 1,228 active listings, the Premium Luxury 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Luxury RWD

At $78,866 avg market price — below the lineup median of $93,779 — 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 November 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade cost?

Prices have softened 12.56% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,693 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 7.3/10 expert rating.

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

It stands out as a full-size luxury SUV that pairs size and toughness with Cadillac’s luxury treatment, and the 2025 refresh helps keep it feeling current with styling changes and a redesigned dashboard display. You also get wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which makes the cabin easier to live with day to day.

The trade-offs are real: ride quality is poor, fuel economy is poor, and value for money is poor. Even so, if you want a well-optioned luxury SUV with strong presence and a high-tech interior, it still makes sense to cross-shop.

36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there is some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade is presented as a credible luxury vehicle if you’re willing to spend extra on a well-optioned example, but its platform shortcomings still matter. Cadillac’s 6.2-liter V8 is described as a solid engine, and the 10-speed automatic is said to be perfectly suited to the Escalade’s job, with smooth shifts and a good balance between low-speed pull and highway cruising.

Cadillac also includes a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty, along with roadside assistance, courtesy transportation, an eight-year basic OnStar telematics subscription, and a three-year connectivity plan for Wi-Fi and in-car apps. That coverage helps soften ownership risk, but you should still expect a large, complex luxury SUV to bring higher long-term maintenance and repair exposure than a simpler used vehicle.

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

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and verify that the specific listing matches the equipment and condition you want. A pre-purchase inspection is especially important on a vehicle this large and tech-heavy, and you should pay close attention to wear on the interior, the condition of the electronics, and how the suspension and brakes feel on a test drive.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Luxury base models still come with Interluxe synthetic leather upholstery, while other trims get real leather and available semi-aniline leather. The Sport models mainly change appearance with darkened exterior trim and mesh grilles, and Premium Luxury Platinum adds an illuminated Cadillac crest and grille surround.
• Powertrain: For 2025, the gasoline 6.2-liter V8 is the only engine option. It makes 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, and all models use a 10-speed automatic transmission.
• 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, and a 360-degree camera system. Super Cruise is also available, and the Safety Alert Seat adds vibrating alerts.
• Infotainment: The 55-inch display spans the dashboard and combines the instrument cluster, central touchscreen, and front-passenger screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and a 19-speaker AKG audio system is standard as well.
• Fuel efficiency: With rear-wheel drive, the Escalade is EPA-rated at 17 mpg combined (15 mpg city, 19 mpg highway). With four-wheel drive, it drops to 16 mpg combined (14 mpg city, 18 mpg highway).

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, but it still gives you the Escalade’s core luxury presence and the updated tech-heavy cabin. It makes the most sense if you want the nameplate and can live without some of the richer hardware and trim upgrades found higher up.
• Premium Luxury: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds a more upscale feel without jumping all the way to the Platinum pricing. If you want the sweet spot between equipment and cost, this is the one to focus on.
• Sport: Choose this if you want the darker exterior treatment and mesh grille look. It is more about appearance than a major mechanical change.
• Premium Luxury Platinum: This is the trim to target if you want the most convincing luxury experience short of the V model. The richer materials and added visual upgrades make it the most compelling choice for buyers who want the Escalade at its most polished.
• Sport Platinum: Pick this if you want the Platinum-level equipment with the Sport appearance theme. It is for buyers who want the upscale content and the darker styling together.
• Escalade-V: This is the performance model, with a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 and a performance-focused AWD system. It suits you if outright power matters more than efficiency or value.

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 it pays to compare listings carefully and move quickly on the right one.

• Deal availability: 36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,693 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.56% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 93.0% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $100,092, 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 $100,092 sits slightly below last year's $114,470.

That price movement suggests the Escalade has softened enough to help used buyers, but it also means a future seller may face more competition if the market stays loose. If you buy well now, you may be starting from a more favorable entry price than owners who bought closer to the prior-year average.

For resale, the key is condition and equipment. A clean, well-optioned example should hold up better than a stripped or heavily worn one, especially because buyers in this segment tend to compare features closely.

Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade safe?

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. Super Cruise is also included in the safety discussion, and the Safety Alert Seat adds another layer of warning feedback through vibration.

One caveat is that current crash-test ratings from IIHS and NHTSA were not available at the time of publication. That means you should lean more heavily on the standard safety equipment and your own inspection of the specific vehicle’s condition.

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:

• 36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.56% compared with last year.
• The 2025 refresh brings styling changes and a redesigned dashboard display.

Consider the 2026 if:

• It adds a new base trim and revised upper-trim naming while carrying over the refreshed mechanical package.

The bottom line: If you want the refreshed cabin and stronger used-market pricing, the 2025 is the smarter buy. If you’re price-sensitive, the 2026 may be worth watching for trim changes, but the 2025 already gives you the updated look and tech.

How does the 2025 Cadillac Escalade compare to the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2025 Cadillac Escalade:

• Pros: Stylish design, Impressive technology, Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
• Cons: Poor ride quality, Poor fuel economy, Poor value for money.

2025 Chevrolet Tahoe:

• Pros: Brilliant diesel engine, Huge touchscreen upgrade, High towing capacity.
• Cons: Tight cargo space with all rows in place, Thirsty V8 engines.

Our experts score the 2025 Cadillac Escalade 7.3/10 and the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe 7.7/10. The Escalade leans harder into luxury presentation and tech, while the Tahoe brings stronger value and a broader practical appeal. If you want the more upscale cabin and don’t mind paying for it, the Escalade has the edge; if you want the better overall score and more utility-focused strengths, the Tahoe is the safer bet.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.