2002 Cadillac Escalade Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.66/5 Average
54 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

No longer a mere Yukon Denali spin-off, the radiant 2002 Cadillac Escalade bursts onto the luxury SUV scene and attempts to maul its competitors with a monstrous 6.0-liter engine and enough technology to satisfy the target demographic.

Pros:
  • Vigorous powerplant, best-in-class towing capacity, handles well for a large SUV.
Cons:
  • No optional entertainment system, awkward steering wheel design, must pay the premium for all-wheel drive to get the big engine.

User Reviews:

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  • great car - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    best car ive ever driven- great milage- worth every penny

  • Cadillac has a hit!!! - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    As a first time SUV owner I had doubts I would enjoy this truck. Well after 13 months of trouble free driving Id have to say Cadillac has a HIT! Mileage has not been great but what do you expect from 345 HP and 5700 LBS (12- 13.5 city best of 17.3 highway). The ride and handling for a vehicle of this size is remarkable. Cadillac uses a leather that keeps its "LEATHER" smell. If you have never experienced a Cadillac, the Escalade is a great place to start.

  • Finally! A Luxury SUV - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    As an owner of SUVs for the past 10 yrs, I am finally truly in heaven. Had plans to buy another Ford Expedition, but for 2002 nothing compares to the Cadillac Escalade AWD. You can pay more and get less or pay less and get a LOT less. If you looked at the 2001 model, come back and look again: 2002 is completely remodeled and worth your time! To think I almost didnt buy this one because the first dealer we went to was HORRIBLE. Glad we went to Coulter Cadillac. Dr Cooper was the best!

  • Great Truck - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    My second escalde, A pure pleasure to drive.

  • Very Satisfied - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    I have driven high-end luxury cars for most of my adult life. I currently own a 2001 BMW X5 (wife car) and traded out of a 99 Mercedes ML430 for the Escalade. That being said, I would like to say that the Escalade to date has more than met my expectations. I actually enjoy driving this vehicle more than the ML and BMW. I know the quality question is still unanswered with the car being so new but so far, I have not had any problems with the vehicle.

  • Its All That - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    I love this Truck, ive had about 4 or 5 Suvs over the years and known of them compare. The Ride and comfort make it feel like your not even driving.

  • 2WD NOT A CADILLAC RIDE - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    2WD different suspension than 4wd -- YOU FEEL EVERY bump-- and 2wd indistinguisable from 4wd -- we test drove a 4wd and were told it was a 2WD- 4wD a wonderful vehicle- One cannot get past call center people to talk to Cadillac -- We could not get a fair deal to upgrade to 4WD -- to correct what is an obvious CADILLAC problem

  • Problems/not dependable - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    No doubt a beautiful vehicle BUT, 7months old and in the shop 7 times. A variety of problems the least a new rear end. The worst will not start and everytime it is allegedly a different problem. At this time it is not dependable. I ve had to use other vehicles for travel--just dont know when it will stop running. I contacted Bill Lang Cad today and am waiting for a response....

  • Best SUV - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    The Escalade is a looker and drives like a sports car. Lots of power and beautiful interior. The stabilitrac helps with corners and does not have body roll like a regular SUV.

  • King of The Hill - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
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    Cadillac has hit a home run with the 2002 Escalade AWD. 345 ponies & 380lbs of torque, a blast to drive. Quality seems very high and design is exceptional. It seems as if Cadillac has risen to the foreign challenge and blown them away. The Escalade is priced better than the ML, X5, and Range Rover but will outperform them anyday.

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