Overview & Reviews

Changes this year include a redesigned gauge cluster, touch-screen capability with the optional navigation system, a more user-friendly driver information system and a refreshed door panel appearance. Walnut burled wood trim replaces last year's Zebrano wood. A sliding load floor for the cargo bed is also new for 2005.

• Huge power from its big V8, solid handling for its size, innovative packaging offers excellent utility, features galore.

• Poor fuel mileage, a few noticeable instances of cost cutting, steep price tag.

User Reviews:

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  Chevrolet needs to get a better attitude - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By shane - November 29 - 10:03 pm

  I leased a Cadillac Escalade EXT for 3 years now and I will never purchase one again! after the 80,000 KM warranty was up the diferential berrings went along with wheel bearings. Would GM help? NO! I was at 82,446 KM and they wouldnt even split the bill. Things continue to break. Now a front shock air bag is punctured and not covered by the warranty. Heres my answer to GM. I have been faithful for the past 20 years, but no longer. Good luck with this Escalade when you get it back, becuse now you can pay to fix it!

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  Joes EXT - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By Joe - April 28 - 7:46 pm

  The Cadillac Escalade EXT has it all. Its a very good all around truck. It handles and rides like a car. It has plenty of power with its 6.0L engine.

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  I love my cady - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By mancuusa - February 21 - 11:23 pm

  Hi readers...i had a bmw525 07 and for obvious economical reasons i had to go down on budget, but i didnt wanted to loose the confort and prestige i had. I picked the Escalade since its well knowing and its American! 05 with 60k miles on it...no regrets at all!!

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  Lots to Love About an Escalade EXT - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By miriam wright - October 28 - 6:56 am

  I purchased my 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT on September 25, 2004. It has been the best and most fun vehicle I have ever owned. It handles like a dream and looks fabulous!!!

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  Cloud Nine - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By Fred Maczynski - April 27 - 6:33 pm

  I wanted a Pickup truck and my wife drives and loves her Cadillac DeVille DTS. Well to make a long story short she tricked me into going to the Cadillac dealer to look at the new STS well I saw the EXT in Black with Nav System & moonroof I just fell in love next thing I know she says happy birthday honey that one is yours! Well, after crying like a little girl I have been on cloud nine ever since. Im 55 years old and a real car person but nothing I have ever owned can come close to this vehicle its amazing!

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  I Love It, but Cant Enjoy It! - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By Angelena - December 28 - 12:30 am

  I love my new Escalade, but these gas prices are really killing my buzz.. Its hard to enjoy is when you know that any real outing is gonna cost $50 or more in gas. The truck is beautiful and comfortable, but I liked it a lot more before gas was over $3 a gallon.

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  2005 cadillac ext - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By michael johnson - August 24 - 1:53 am

  Fun ride, great to take on vacation, lots of storage in saddles. Cheap to do routine service. Unbelievable handling in deep snow. Tough to take price of a fill up with gas prices this high.

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  gas its the problem - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By PAblo Ave - July 26 - 10:30 am

  Hi I just steped out of a BMW525 07 since economy obligated me to lower down my bills...and i wanted a USA truck (work reasons) but i didnt wanted to loose the luxury...and i didnt. This truck will meet my needs and expectations...has far of mechanical problems my truck has little over 60k and so far so good. Gas its a little issue but is a truck with a powerfull 6.0 v8 if i was going to watch over that i would have gotten a 4 or 6 cyl. I wanted to be able to move my boat..load boxes in the trunk..take my bikes...and still feeling i was on my 525i 07 and i am!

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  Country Cadillac - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By ray tordoff - July 25 - 9:10 pm

  This is the third EXT I have owned. The vehicles are used for work & pleasure. They are very luxurious workhorses. I use the cargo space extensively to haul building materials & antiques. The vehicle is quick, responsive, & fun to drive. My average mileage over the first 4000 miles is 16.1mpg. I dont baby it & usually drive 9 miles an hour over the posted highway speed limit. I highly recommend this " Country Cadillac"

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  Escalade EXT - 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT
  By Cheryl - March 26 - 1:53 am

  I was very lucky to have won my Cadillac Escalade EXT in the GM Hotbutton contest. I have found that the driving experience with the EXT has been nothing short of great. It will turn on a dime and I have found that when parking in tight spots it handles beautifully. If I were going to buy another vehicle I would seriously consider buying another EXT. The power of the engine will get you out and about without any hesitation. I have also noticed that in the year that I have driven it the gas mileage has increased substantially.