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2023 Cadillac Escalade Sport Platinum

SUV · 420 hp · 16 mpg combined

Sticker from
$105,595Factory MSRP, base configuration
Dealers ask
$74,141Median across 205 listings
Below sticker
$31,454The MSRP, minus the median

Overview.

At a glance

420 hp16 mpg combined4WD / RWD

Good

  • Up to 8,200-lb towing
  • 420 horsepower
  • 25.5 cu ft cargo
  • 36-speaker AKG audio

Watch for

  • 16 mpg combined
  • Starts at $105,595
  • 4 open NHTSA campaigns

The 2023 Cadillac Escalade Sport Platinum is a seven-seat SUV offered in rear-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive configurations.

Both use a 6.2L 8-cylinder engine, a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission and 420 horsepower. Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg for either configuration.

Maximum towing is 8,200 lbs with rear-wheel drive and 8,000 lbs with four-wheel drive. Maximum payload is 1,636 lbs for the rear-wheel-drive version and 1,647 lbs for the four-wheel-drive version. Cargo space with all seats in place is 25.5 cu ft.

Standard cabin equipment includes premium leather, heated and ventilated front seats, massaging seats, three-zone climate control and a 16.9-inch infotainment display. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless charging and a 36-speaker AKG audio system are also standard. Driver-assistance equipment includes adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors and a front, side and rear camera system. MSRP runs from $105,595 to $108,595.

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Market

Dealers are asking $31,454 under sticker.

That is the median across 205 listings for this exact trim. The typical one has sat for 33 days.

205 listings33 days median on the lot

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41 factory options, from $15 to $2,895.

Onyx Package$2,895
Cat-Back Performance Exhaust$2,435
22" Multi-Spoke Polished Alloy Wheels w/Dark Android Gloss Finish$2,200
Night Vision$2,000
Power-Retractable Assist Steps w/Perimeter Lighting$1,750
3 Years of OnStar & Connected Services Plan (Fleet)$1,500
Adaptive Headlamp System$1,095
Cargo Convenience Package$855
Console Refrigerator$700
Heavy-Duty Trailering Package$600
Black Roof Rack Cross Rails$555
Floor Liner Package$525
Illuminated Cargo Sill Plate$495
Body-Color Painted Splash Guards$425
Interior Protection Package$405
All-Weather Floor Liner Package$350
Premium Carpeted Floor Mats$335
Monochrome Cadillac Emblems$295
Rear Cargo Shade$270
All-Weather Floor Mats$230
Gloss Black Escalade Nameplate$225
Rear Fold Flat Cargo Organizer$205
All-Weather Integrated Cargo Liner$205
Rear Bumper Protector$185
Sport Pedal Cover Kit$185
Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer$155
Highway Safety Kit$140
Reflective Front Window Shade$135
Engine Block Heater$100
Vertical Cargo Net$75
Front License Plate Bracket$15
Not Equipped w/ 2nd Row Express-Up Window Credit−$50
California Emissions Override—
California State Emissions Requirements—
Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel—
Federal Emissions Override—
Federal Emissions Requirements—
Northeast Emissions—
Not Equipped w/Super Cruise—
Second Row 60/40 Split-Folding Bench Seats w/Power Release—
State-Specific Emissions Override—

Which Escalade is right for you?

Six trims, $79,295 to $149,195. Tap one to open it.

The numbers.

Two configurations: four-wheel or rear-wheel drive, 10-speed automatic.

420hp6.2L eight-cylinder
460lb-ftTorque
16mpgCombined · 14 city · 18–19 highway
4WD / RWD10-speed shiftable automatic
7Seats
25.5 cu ftCargo volume
5,635–5,823 lbsCurb weight
7,400–7,600 lbsGVWR
8,000–8,200 lbsMax towing
1,636–1,647 lbsMax payload

148 standard items.

Five groups, sized by how much is in each.

3 interiors

  • Dark Auburn with Jet Black accents
  • Jet Black
  • Whisper Beige with Gideon accents

All premium leather.

9 factory paints

  • Mahogany Metallic
  • Black Raven
  • Dark Emerald Metallic
  • Dark Moon Blue Metallic
  • Galactic Gray Metallic
  • Radiant Red Tintcoat
  • Argent Silver Metallic
  • Sandstone Metallic
  • Crystal White Tricoat

8 of the 9 are shown on the car at the top.

Safety and recalls

4 recall campaigns on file.

Recalls are settled per car, not per model. Check the one you are buying.

Overall4out of 5 stars
Frontal4out of 5 stars
Side—Not rated
Rollover3out of 5 stars

NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2023 Escalade.

NHTSA NCAP · checked Oct 2026

Factory coverage.

It runs from the first sale date, not the model year.

Basic
4 yr / 50,000 mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70,000 mi
Rust
4 yr / 50,000 mi
Roadside
6 yr / 70,000 mi
Maintenance
1 yr
Sold2 yr4 yr6 yr
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Other years of the Escalade Sport Platinum.