2024 Cadillac Escalade 4WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Diesel Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD4-Wheel Drive
City
20
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
22
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov

27.1MPG average+23.1% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 22 MPG · Owner reported avg: 27.1 MPG

Driving mix: City 33% / Highway 67%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 27.1 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 22 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic 10-spd
Diesel Diesel
City
20
Hwy
26
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,850/yr
Automatic 10-spd
Premium
City
14
Hwy
18
Comb
16
Fuel cost: $5,100/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,850

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-7,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 4/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
462 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
16.2 barrels

Specifications

Engine
6.2L 8-cyl
Transmission
10-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
3L, 6-cylinder
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Diesel

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$3,061/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,062/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,651/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,820/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,083/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,075/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,812/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,149/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,962/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,033/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 22 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
4/5
2024 Cadillac Escalade SUV 4WD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability21.9%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
38
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
3
Investigations

Recall History2

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems38 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 38 owner complaints for the 2024 Cadillac Escalade 4WD. Top reported issues include engine, power train and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
30
Power Train
5
Electrical System
5
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
4
Brakes
3
Fuel System
2
Lighting
1
Speed Control
1

2024 Cadillac Escalade 4WD problems by category: Engine: 30 complaints, Power Train: 5 complaints, Electrical System: 5 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 4 complaints, Brakes: 3 complaints, Fuel System: 2 complaints, Lighting: 1 complaints, Speed Control: 1 complaints.

0
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 01/28/2026ODI#11714023
Component/System Involved: Engine / Powertrain and Vehicle Electronic Control Systems, including Serial Data Gateway Module Description of Failure: While driving at highway speed (approximately 60 mp…
EngineFiled: 11/20/2025ODI#11700501
See attached document for complaint. I am writing to you as a deeply concerned mother and consumer seeking urgent help with a danger ous and unresolved engine defect in my 2024 Cadillac E calade, whi…
Electrical SystemFiled: 09/18/20241 InjuryODI#11615305
1.What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? •The primary issue was with the vehicle’s software system, which was incompletely updated on 9/13/2…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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