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2005
Fuel Economy
14 combined mpg
Horsepower
345 hp
Seating
8
Cargo Volume
104.6 cu ft
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2005 Cadillac Escalade Overview

2005 Cadillac Escalade Pricing

2005 Cadillac Escalade pricing starts at $5,534 for the Escalade Sport Utility 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $56,615 when new. The range-topping 2005 Escalade Sport Utility 4D starts at $5,534 today, originally priced from $56,615.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sport Utility 4D
$56,615
$5,534

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Cadillac Escalade models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Escalade Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Cadillac Escalade (2002-2006) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 272 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Cadillac Escalade

"well built SUV"

"The engine has been very solid. It still pulls like a buffalo after all the miles. I would recommend this vehicle for anyone interested in a used full size SUV. When it was time for a new car, I bought an escalade again."

"great suv. love it."

"this suv is awesome, it has a ton of space and luxury, the kids love it, its great for the family and its just an awesome suv! i love it"

"Luxury SUV"

"I bought this 06 Escalade used with <10,000 miles. It's the first luxury American car I've owned and the first suv. Once I got over the fact that I didn't buy it for it's superb gas mileage I realized that Cadillac knows how to build a luxury suv. I've owned it only 2 yrs, but haven't had a problem. It has a dvd entertainment system which the kids love on trips. For those trips it also has navigation which I'm convinced now that every car should have. The only fault I've found is in the third row seat. It sits low to the ground and isn't comfortable for anybody over 5' 5". Most suv's are like that with the exception of the ESV model or Suburban type suv. When you utilize the third row for seating you have no room for luggage. Aside from that it's very well equipped and rides nicely for a large suv."

Overall 2005 Cadillac Escalade Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Cadillac Escalade is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Cadillac Escalade quality a 4.8 out of 5.

2005 Cadillac Escalade Reliability

The 2005 Cadillac Escalade receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2005 Escalade Features

According to drivers of the 2005 Escalade, here are some of its best features:

  • Solid build, roomy, strong engine
  • Holds value, plenty of space and luxury,
  • Safe, great towing capacity and pwr, lots of room
  • Very spacious to do other activities
  • Comfortable and lots of room. handles great

2005 Cadillac Escalade MPG by Trim

2005 Escalade Sport Utility 4D - city 12 MPG - hwy 16 MPG

2005 Escalade Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2005 Cadillac Escalade front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

2005 Cadillac Escalade Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency & Security Services
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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2005 Cadillac Escalade
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.7
Consumer Rating
Based on 272 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.7
Performance
4.8
Quality
4.8
Comfort
4.9
Reliability
4.8
Styling
4.8

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2005 Cadillac Escalade Style

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Seating
Cargo Capacity
Engine
Towing Capacity
Curb Weight
Drivetrain
Sport Utility 4D
$5,926
14 MPG
345 @ 5200 RPM
8
104.6 cu ft
V8, 6.0 Liter
8100 lbs
5571 lbs
AWD
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2005 Cadillac Escalade Depreciation

A 2005 Cadillac Escalade has depreciated $2,648 or 36% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $4,616 and trade-in value of $1,421.

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2005 Cadillac Escalade Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$1,238
$7,264
$4,260
2023
$778
$6,486
$3,098
2024
$436
$6,050
$2,789
Now
$1,434
$4,616
$1,421
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2005 Cadillac Escalade Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
5571 lbs.
EPA Total Interior
138.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
26.0 gallons
Front Head Room
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room
41.3 inches
Max Seating Capacity
8
Minimum Ground Clearance
10.7 inches
Overall Length
198.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room
65.2 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
8100 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
104.6 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
39.3 feet
Wheel Base
116.0 inches
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
7000 lbs.
Payload Capacity
1446 lbs.
Width with mirrors
78.9 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Privacy Glass
Available
Roof Rails
Available

Fuel Economy

City
12 mpg
Highway
16 mpg
Combined
14 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
AWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
Recommended Fuel
Premium

Performance

Horsepower
345 @ 5200 RPM
Torque
380 @ 4000 rpm
Engine
V8, 6.0 Liter

Warranty

Basic
4 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / Unlimited miles

Comfort & Convenience

  • Climate Control Air Conditioning

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • Premium Radio
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2005 Cadillac Escalade Safety

2005 Cadillac Escalade Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency & Security Services
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Rollover Rating
3.0

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Price
$5,926
$5,410
$5,967
$5,726
KBB.com Rating
N/A
3.9
2.7
3.2
Consumer Rating
4.7
3.9
4.2
3.7
Fuel Economy
City 12/Hwy 16/Comb 14 MPG
City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
City 21/Hwy 26/Comb 23 MPG
City 19/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Safety Rating
N/A
4.0
4.0
4.0
Seating Capacity8557
Basic Warranty
4 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
345 @ 5200 RPM
N/A
172 @ 6000 RPM
173 @ 6000 RPM
Engine
V8, 6.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain
AWD
FWD
4WD
FWD

2005 Cadillac Escalade Rankings

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FAQs

Is 2005 a good year for a Cadillac Escalade?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Escalade is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Cadillac Escalade 2005 a good SUV?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.7 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Escalade is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2005 Cadillac Escalade?

The 2005 Cadillac Escalade gets 12 mpg in the city and 16 mpg on the highway.

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