New & Used 2026 Cadillac Escalade for Sale nearStaley, NC

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

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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 a 7.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, and Technology.

It’s a full-size luxury SUV that seats up to eight across three rows, rides on a body-on-frame platform, and uses a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8, so its appeal is rooted in size, presence, and straightforward mechanicals. Cadillac’s formula here is less about chasing the most modern-feeling platform and more about delivering a polished, high-tech, high-luxury experience in a traditional American package.

The trade-offs are clear: poor fuel economy and brakes that don’t inspire confidence. Even so, if you want a large luxury SUV with standout design, strong ride quality, and a genuinely impressive cabin, the Escalade makes a compelling case. Good and great deals account for 36.4% of listings, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade is presented as a straightforward, mechanically simple luxury SUV, with a naturally aspirated V8 and a body-on-frame layout that avoids some of the complexity found in rival powertrains. Cadillac also backs it with a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranty, which helps reduce early ownership risk.

Its standard 6.2-liter V8 and 10-speed automatic are described as smooth and willing in normal driving, and the truck-based platform is familiar rather than experimental. Cadillac also includes roadside assistance and an eight-year OnStar subscription as standard, which adds some ownership support.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about mechanical novelty and more about operating costs, especially fuel use and the expense of keeping a large luxury SUV in top condition.

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

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.7% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially on a vehicle this large and this expensive to maintain. Focus on overall condition, tire wear, brake feel, and whether the cabin electronics and driver-assistance features work as intended. Because the Escalade’s size can make visibility and parking more challenging, it’s also worth checking for any signs of curb rash, parking damage, or uneven wear from urban use.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base 1SA trim is the entry point, while the Platinum Sport trim adds a more upscale cabin with leather door trim, a microsuede headliner, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The base setup is the one most likely to feel stripped relative to the rest of the lineup.
• Powertrain: Every 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’s the only engine in the lineup, and it’s tuned more for smooth, effortless power than efficiency.
• 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, GM’s Safety Alert Seat, and Super Cruise. Teen Driver is also standard.
• 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 across the lineup.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA estimates 16 mpg combined for the 4WD version, and the test vehicle returned 16.4 mpg over mostly highway driving.

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 the Escalade’s core formula available at the lowest price. It’s the trim to consider if you want the standard V8, the full-size cabin, and the standard technology suite without paying for the more lavish interior treatment.
• Platinum Sport: This is the best-value trim if you want the Escalade to feel fully luxurious. It adds a more dramatic exterior treatment, richer interior materials, and the kind of cabin presentation that best matches the vehicle’s price and personality.

The safety package is standard across the lineup, so you don’t need to move up a trim just to get the core driver-assistance features.

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

This is a moderate market for buyers, so you can shop selectively without expecting a deep bargain on every listing.

• Deal availability: 36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 896 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 96.7% 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, GM’s Safety Alert Seat, and Super Cruise. Teen Driver is also standard, which is a useful family-oriented feature.

The main caveat is size: the Escalade’s large footprint creates real blind-spot challenges despite the camera system, 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:

• 36.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 96.7% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• It keeps the refreshed mechanical package and adds revised trim naming for a more polished lineup.

Consider the 2025 if:

• The refresh brought styling changes and a redesigned dashboard display.

The bottom line: If you want the latest version of this formula and are shopping the current market, the 2026 is the cleaner choice. If you’re price-sensitive, the 2025 can still make sense because it delivers the refreshed Escalade experience with a similar core character.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.