2005 Cadillac Escalade Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$54,700 to $57,255

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For 2005, Cadillac revamped the instrument cluster and upped the horsepower to 345 on both trims of the Escalade. The high-rolling SUV also gets advanced OnStar equipment, attractive exterior accents, and optional 20 inch wheels. The '05 Escalade comes in 2 trims: 2WD and AWD.

Expect to get 13 mpg in the city and 18 on the highway. Both trims have 4 doors, seat 8, and offer standard air conditioning, power windows, power door locks, power/leather seats, cd player, ABS brakes, traction control, and stability control. Options include navigation system and sunroof. In case you feel like doing some heavy lifting, the Escalade can tow up to around 4 tons.

Overall, everyone likes the '05 Escalade's power, style, ride, comfort, looks, and solid towing capacity. On the other hand, drivers have some occasional issues with the navigation system. In addition, while the Escalade has a rep as a gas guzzler, would-be critics traditionally mention it with their tongue in cheek. People know that the Escalade escalates your status and provides a ride you won't forget anytime soon.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Jess S
Oct 04, 2022
had no 3rd row seating but still had asking price above market value. no thanksOct 04, 2022
by Noah B
Jan 01, 2022
Best SUV on the planet! Cadillac got it right in 2005Jan 01, 2022
by Carl S
Jul 28, 2021
Very good dependable older vehicle. It is large and comfortably accommodates in all driving conditionsJul 28, 2021

2005 Cadillac Escalade Pricing

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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Center console trim: wood · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Rear Seats

Type: bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Parking sensors: rear

Seats

Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Air Suspension: rear · Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.73

Exterior Features

Skid plate(s): front and rear

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Rear Seats

Type: bucket

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Safety

Parking sensors: rear

Seats

Front seat type: captains chairs · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Air Suspension: rear · Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Satellite communications: OnStar

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

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