New Cadillac Escalade-V for Sale nearHartford, CT

How much does the Cadillac Escalade-V cost in today's market?

Used Cadillac Escalade-V prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Cadillac Escalade-V's current nationwide average price is $136,064, and over the past year it reached a low of $135,868. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Cadillac Escalade-V a good car?

Yes — the all-generations owner rating points to strong owner satisfaction across the lineup. The all-generations owner rating is 5/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on poor fuel economy, a high starting price, and a premium-focused setup that prioritizes performance and technology over thrift.

33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Cadillac Escalade-V models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Cadillac Escalade-V top marks, and the expert review data highlights a model that blends big power, advanced technology, and a strong long-haul character. The 2023 overview also points to family-hauling and towing duties paired with brisk acceleration and handling.

• Owners rate the Cadillac Escalade-V 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is shaped more by premium running costs and performance-oriented hardware than by owner satisfaction.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.2% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Infotainment: the 38-inch curved OLED fully digital instrument panel and infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
• Fuel efficiency: 15.5 mpg.

Which Cadillac Escalade-V trim should I buy?

The 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V offers these trims:

• Escalade-V: The standout choice here is the fully loaded Escalade-V setup, which brings the 38-inch curved OLED display, wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, semi-Aniline premium leather upholstery, heated and ventilated 16-way power-adjustable front seats, massage front seats, a 36-speaker stereo, rear-seat entertainment, and a panoramic sunroof. It also adds the supercharged 6.2-liter V8, standard all-wheel drive, Magnetic Ride Control, Air Ride Adaptive suspension, Brembo front brakes, and Super Cruise with automatic lane change.
• Escalade-V ESV: This is the longer-body version, adding more cargo and long-haul space while keeping the same performance and luxury equipment. It suits you best if you want the Escalade-V experience with extra room for passengers and gear.

What Cadillac Escalade-V do most buyers choose?

The Cadillac Escalade-V years with the most listings are 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years where you can find the broadest mix of listings and deal quality.

What is the Cadillac Escalade-V's resale value?

Prices are down across every model year shown, which is good news if you’re shopping used. The declines are all double-digit, so you’re seeing meaningful movement rather than a small adjustment. That creates a more favorable buying window for shoppers who want a recent Escalade-V.

The 2023, 2025, and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Cadillac Escalade-V safe?

• 2023: 9/10

The Escalade-V comes standard with Super Cruise hands-free driving technology, including automatic lane change.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Cadillac Escalade-V now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −11.43% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −14.2%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.3% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $111,887. The Cadillac Escalade-V offers a big-cabin, high-end luxury-SUV character with strong presence and a premium feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The new Escalade-V features an intercooled and supercharged 6.2-liter V8, 682 horsepower, 653 pound-feet of torque, and a 10-speed automatic transmission to standard all-wheel drive (AWD).
• Tech: The standard 38-inch curved OLED screen features dual touch zones, a 16.9-inch touchscreen area with standard navigation, and a left-side touchscreen with trip computer, head-up display, night vision, and augmented-reality instrument panel controls.
• Safety: The latest iteration of Cadillac’s Super Cruise hands-free driving technology adds automatic lane change.
• Starting price: The 2022 Cadillac Escalade-V starts at $149,990.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V compare to the 2023 Lincoln Navigator?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2023 Cadillac Escalade-V:

• Pros: Powerful engine, Fun to drive, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, High starting price.

2023 Lincoln Navigator:

• Pros: Powerful engine, Spacious third row, Impressive technology.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Poor ride quality (in Normal mode), Basic version of hands-free driving tech.

Our experts score the 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V 8.2/10 and the 2023 Lincoln Navigator 7.7/10. The Escalade-V brings the stronger performance story, while the Navigator leans into third-row space and a lower starting price. Both SUVs emphasize technology and both carry fuel-economy trade-offs, but the Escalade-V is the more performance-focused choice.

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