Overview & Reviews

Changes to the 2008 Cadillac Escalade are light, restricted to a reorganization of some of the vehicle's option packages as well as a new premium (and premium-priced) Platinum trim level that debuts midyear.

• Classy interior design with excellent ergonomics, powerful V8 engine, good road manners for a truck-based SUV, tight turning circle, comfy seats, unmatchable Escalade image.

User Reviews:

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  Best Used SUV I Have Ever Owned - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By bigpoppa74 - December 5 - 4:16 pm

  I purchased my 2008 Escalade Platinum with just under 60k miles. Searched high and low for the most loaded and low mileage one I could find. I have now driven it nearly 20k miles, mostly back and forth from California to Arizona, and I absolutely love this truck. Its a dream to drive. True Cadillac luxury. Have not had one, single issue with it. Dealer even threw in 3 year 36k mile extended warranty as they were so confident in its reliability. In the past 6 years I have owned a Hummer H2, Yukon XL and a standard Yukon, and this Escalade is my pride and joy over those other vehicles. I would highly recommend the Escalade to anyone in the market for a used SUV.

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  Love the Escalade! - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By Escalade loover - October 27 - 4:24 pm

  Bought the Escalade used, but feels like new. Finest vehicle weve ever owned style matters. The Sequoia is ugly and so we took a chance on Cadillac and have not been disappoointed.

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  Best SUV out there - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By frank s - November 12 - 10:29 pm

  I also own a 2007 Range Rover HSE with luxury package, and its a great truck, but Escalade platinum is unbelievable. Everything is covered in soft great smelling leather, including dash and doors and entire seats. Power is spot on and most of all ride has better control and smoothness than regular Escalade and Range Rover because of magna ride. Same suspension as Ferrari 599 and Chevy Corvette ZR1 and new Caddy CTS-V . Must drive on highway. Its an absolute dream. Lets buy American again, because GM is finaly making a perfect car and Americas future is in our hands to keep American companies alive for a better future.

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  Great Car, my 2nd one! - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By B Peek - June 25 - 6:35 pm

  I bought this great suv from the dealership in Dec. 2007, it was the managers furnished auto. I traded in my 2004 Pearl White Escalade for this 08 Black beauty. I have all the bells on it as I did on the 2004! You cannot find a more comfortable car as the Escalade. I get 14 mpg average with the 08 and did the same with the 04. I will always drive an Escalade.

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  wow! - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By Damein - May 20 - 11:28 pm

  My ratings may look overboard, but I did not rate it against sports cars, but against other large, luxury suvs.

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  Beauty with No Brawn - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By Me Myself & I - May 7 - 7:49 pm

  I own a 2007 and a 2008 ESV - Both Black on Black with 24" non-stock rims. BEAUTY: I truly love the vehicles luxury, style, class, and SIZE, theres nothing better offered by any manufacturer. But here is what I find missing, or dont like. 1) No light in the glove box. 2) No auto-down windows, except drivers door. 3) Cheap battery. 4) No telescope steering wheel. 5) Small brakes. 6) No independent suspension. NO BRAWN: 7) The Escalade at 403HP is grossly underpowered. I am forced to switch the vehicle into tow-mode, to get higher revs out of each gear, in order for it to perform decently. Unfortunately, when in tow- mode, it down-shifts like a jake-brake!

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  Absolutely love it! - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By Len Cannarozzi - April 25 - 3:37 pm

  This Caddy (ESV) is an absolute dream. The sheer presence is impressive. Everyone that sees this thing loves it. When quickly accelerating the exhaust reminds of the race cars in "Days of Thunder". What a sound - almost better than my Vet. When you enter the car at night, the lighting, both inside and out, are unbelievable. Everything about this vehicle exudes luxury. I have read some complaints about the trans. But, I like the way it works. It tends to quickly go to the next gear. You have to go nearly 80 MPH to get to 2K PRM - an amazing engine. Still, if youre in hurry, you just need to punch it and it takes off. Like the TV ad says, if the Escalade had a bathroom, Id live in it.

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  Best SUV - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By BUYUSA - April 18 - 6:42 pm

  I love the Truck, The most impressive thing is the power, it moves, drives very smooth , the NAV is great very easy to follow, I traded up from a Ford Expedition..there is no comparison, this CADI is unreal, I test drove every SUV , the Range Rover and all, testes the CADI last and was sold instantly, Just go drive one! Youll buy one, if you can afford it!!

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  Surprisingly good - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By domesticdude - March 25 - 4:33 pm

  Cadillac is on a role, and the Escalade is no exception. It has great looks, lots of luxury and features, 403 hp, and an exhaust note from a muscle car. I never thought i would buy and SUV, but the Escalade sold itself. The power and exhaust note surprised me most as it is quick (for and SUV), and sounds great. The handling also really surprised me as it handles like a much smaller car. The only negatives i can fin is the old school tilt only steering wheel, third row seat ( everything about it from room to not power folding), and a light in the rear of the car rattles. The GPS in this car is absolutely fantastic, it is the highlight of an already great interior. Just a great SUV.

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  Great Ride - 2008 Cadillac Escalade
  By DTR969 - March 20 - 1:15 am

  My wife just loves the car. We added 22" aftermarket rims on it at 1/3 the cost of what the dealer wanted and it looks much better. No mechanical issues experienced as noted by several previous postings. Its fun to drive and does exactly what I expected when I bought it - looks great, drives great, and hauls as a big rig!