New & Used 2026 Cadillac Escalade for Sale nearMango, FL

Compare 2026 Cadillac Escalade Trims

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade offers a range of trims from budget-friendly RWD to luxurious 4WD options, catering to various preferences and needs.

• Starting at $87,813
• Best MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Most Popular: Luxury 4WD

Trim Overview

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RWD — "Who It's For"

The RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a luxury SUV without the higher price of 4WD options.

• Avg. market price: $87,813 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 77 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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4WD — "Who It's For"

The 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want sporty performance and all-weather capability without going for the luxury trims.

• Avg. market price: $117,099 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 128 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped SUV with premium features without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $104,170 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 278 listings
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Sport RWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish SUV with luxury features without the added cost of 4WD.

• Avg. market price: $103,975 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 98 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a balance of luxury and capability, making it the most popular choice.

• Avg. market price: $103,944 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 801 listings
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Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty SUV with advanced technology and all-weather capability.

• Avg. market price: $111,557 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 721 listings
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Platinum Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Platinum Luxury 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want top-tier luxury features and performance, though availability is limited.

• Avg. market price: $117,261 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 17 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Platinum Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Platinum Sport 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a high-end SUV with sporty features and advanced technology.

• Avg. market price: $126,382 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 166 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Luxury 4WD

With 801 active listings, the Luxury 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — RWD

At $87,813 avg market price — below the lineup median of $107,863 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — RWD

The RWD trim offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 15 city / 19 hwy MPG.

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

Is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade a good car?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade earns an expert rating of 7.67/10. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, and Technology.

That lines up with what you get in practice: a standard-wheelbase luxury SUV that seats up to eight across three rows, rides on a body-on-frame platform, and leans hard into presence, technology, and comfort. It is also a straightforward machine by modern luxury-SUV standards, with a naturally aspirated V8 and a polished continuation of the refreshed 2025 formula.

The trade-offs are just as clear. Poor fuel economy is part of the package, and brakes don’t inspire confidence unless you step up to the optional upgrade. Even so, if you want a big, traditional American luxury SUV with standout tech and a strong road-trip personality, it makes a compelling case.

The market signal is solid, with 36.6% of listings priced as good or great deals.

Is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade is presented as a mechanically familiar carryover from the thoroughly refreshed 2025 model, which helps reduce uncertainty for used buyers. It uses a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 and a 10-speed automatic, and the overall package is described as straightforward rather than overly complex.

The expert notes also point to a durable, long-haul character: the V8 is willing, the transmission shifts smoothly, and the ride quality is composed on rough roads. Cadillac’s warranty coverage is also favorable for the class, with a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is not mechanical drama so much as the cost of living with a large, thirsty luxury SUV.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Cadillac Escalade?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and verify that the specific truck you’re considering has a clean service record. A pre-purchase inspection is worth prioritizing, especially if you’re looking at a higher-mileage example or one with a long option list. Pay close attention to brake feel, tire wear, and the condition of the cabin electronics, since this is a tech-heavy SUV.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup splits between Sport and Luxury versions, with Sport trims getting a blacked-out exterior treatment and Luxury models leaning more chrome-heavy. The base 1SA trim is the entry point, so check carefully for feature gaps if you’re comparing it with higher trims.
• Powertrain: The standard Escalade uses a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 with 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic. It is the only engine in the standard lineup.
• Safety package: Every model includes automatic emergency braking with front and rear pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitors with lane-change alert, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree surround-view camera system, Safety Alert Seat, and Super Cruise. Teen Driver is standard too.
• Infotainment: The cabin centers on a 55-inch curved display with a digital instrument cluster, a 35-inch central infotainment touchscreen, and a 20-inch front passenger screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and Super Cruise is included.
• Fuel efficiency: The 4WD version is rated at 16 mpg combined, and real-world testing returned 16.4 mpg over 320 mostly highway miles.

Which 2026 Cadillac Escalade trim should I buy?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade is offered in 2 trim levels: 1SA and Platinum Sport.

Here’s the short version:

• 1SA: This is the entry point, and it makes sense if you want the Escalade’s core strengths — size, V8 power, standard tech, and standard driver assistance — without chasing the highest sticker price. It is the value play in a lineup that gets expensive quickly.
• Platinum Sport: This is the trim for you if you want the most luxurious presentation and the richest cabin treatment. It adds the most upscale feel, but it also pushes the Escalade deep into six-figure territory once options are added.

The standard safety package is strong across the lineup, so you do not need to move up just to get the core driver-assistance features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Cadillac Escalade?

This is a moderate, selective-buyer market, so you have room to shop carefully rather than rush.

• Deal availability: 36.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 868 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 96.8% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade safe?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade earns a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.

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

Every model includes automatic emergency braking with front and rear pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitors with lane-change alert, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree surround-view camera system, Safety Alert Seat, and Super Cruise. Teen Driver is standard as well.

The main caveat is size: despite the surround-view camera system, the Escalade still creates genuine blind-spot challenges, so you should expect an adjustment period if you’re coming from a smaller SUV.

Should I buy a 2026 Cadillac Escalade or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

• Choose the 2026 if: 36.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

• Choose the 2026 if: Accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

• Choose the 2026 if: It keeps the refreshed 2025 mechanical package while adding revised trim naming and a new base trim.

• Consider the 2025 if: It brings the refresh that updated styling and the dashboard display.

The bottom line: If you want the latest version of the refreshed Escalade with current naming and a strong used-market supply, the 2026 is the cleaner choice. If you’re shopping strictly for value, the 2025 can make sense because it delivers the same basic formula with a key refresh already in place.

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