Overview & Reviews

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.

• Vigorous powerplant, best-in-class towing capacity, handles well for a large SUV.

• 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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  Best car ever! - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By escalade23 - August 5 - 3:34 am

  I wanted one since I was 12 and its everything and more I dreamed of! The ride is so smooth and luxurious. So quiet the first day I got it. I turned over the key cause I thought it was off. It is like driving an airplane at night. Has every feature you could possible want. The body style is so good Cadillac didnt change it for 5 years. Feel so safe and sound whenever I drive it. Not good on gas but its worth the price. Has a powerful huge engine that can get up and go when you need to.

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  Minor problems - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By M N Bajrangi - August 18 - 10:35 am

  I enjoyed driving the escalade, but since it the first year it came out a few minor hiccup need to be corrected. When the back shock stays up it puts pressure on the front, thus when one goes in a little hole the front suspension goes up and down repeatedly.

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  Still Solid and Going Strong - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By EasternHorseman - January 11 - 8:26 am

  I purchased my 02 Escalade as a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle in 2003. This is the best "car" Ive ever owned. It is still solid with minor wear and tear after 106,000 miles. It is an SUV with the handling and comfort of a "car". Even when hauling two horses in a trailer, this baby feels safe to me. I probably will drive it another 100,000 miles as I dont feel like I am taking a chance that the newer models can out do this one. Nice work on this 2002 model.

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  You need to drive one - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By Ron - August 5 - 11:20 pm

  The vehicles performance is very smooth and fast. It handles well and make close turns. My sister said it turns make a Volkswagen.

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  Cadillac Escalade - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By john - December 2 - 8:52 pm

  This Cadillac is a blast to drive. The acceleration is quick and powerful. It has OnStar for any emergencies which is good. It takes time getting used to all of the space that it takes in different lanes compared to a passenger car though.

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  2002 Cadillac Escalade - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By Betty Branum - September 24 - 2:46 pm

  At first I was not using the Escalade, because I was driving my old car, a Chrysler Cirrus LXI, trying to sell it. I must admit I was a little scared to drive the big SUV, because it was so much bigger than what I was used to. When I took my first trip in this Escalade, I was hooked. I LOVE it. It takes a little more gas than some vehicles, but the drive and ride overrides the cost. It is far superior to other vehicles I have driven.

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  Im lovin my new "used" ride - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By Christine - June 25 - 2:22 am

  I have never owned a luxury vehicle before. I just traded in my 2004 Jeep Liberty for a 2002 Cadillac Escalade with 30,000 miles and it rides better than my Jeep did with only 6,000 miles. I love the roomy interior, the speakers are great, and the ride is so smooth. Its a heck of a way down if you forget how high up you are when exiting the car though! So far Im happy, but I did get an extended warranty just in case things go wrong.

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  A gas eater, but Im glad to have it. - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By Johntherhat - June 16 - 10:44 pm

  This is the best car Ive ever had. I am 85 years old and have owned probably 20 cars. None have given me the multitude of "Good feelings" this car does. It handles beautifully on the highway and is surprisingly easy to park.

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  2002 Cadillac Escalade - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By Steve Olsen - February 6 - 4:15 pm

  I had 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe which was great, but this Cadillac Escalade has so much more power, better handling and a really nice sounding stereo. I also love the on-board computer, higher qaulity leather seats, tilting 2nd row seats, and finally with this big boy sporting a big Cadillac emblem so no one will mistake this ride for just another SUV...

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  2002 Cadillac Escalade AWD - 2002 Cadillac Escalade
  By Transporter - December 28 - 2:50 am

  I gave up my BMW 740is which is a great car, but my 2002 Cadillac Escalade AWD is a blast to drive, powerful, rugged, safe, and has great road vision. Im impressed with the fuel mileage. Dont get me wrong, this is no Honda, but to think I can haul 7-8 people at 17-18 MPG on the freeway, which is not to bad.