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2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV

2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$58,490 - $60,990

Original MSRP:
$54,103 - $56,416

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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: To Be Rated Rear Passenger: To Be Rated

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review
The 2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a luxury SUV that comes in two trims - the 2WD and the 4WD. The 4-door, 8-passenger luxury sport-utility comes with a customary 6.2-liter, V8, 403-hp engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a carryover from 2007 and has a 50,000mi/48 month basic warranty.

The Cadillac Escalade ESV is loaded with luxurious features. These features include - battery rundown saver protection, pre-wiring, front and rear power outlets, front and rear suspension, stabilizer bar, traction/stability control, multiple protective airbags, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, AWD, electronic parking aid, alloy wheels, tire detail, full-size spare tire with underbody carrier, stereo with CD player/changer, hands-free telephone, DVD player, keyless entry, remote controls, remote releases, universal garage door opener, vehicle/radio anti-theft, full power accessories, valet lockout, vehicle anti-lockout, heated washer system, rain sensing wipers, automatic tilt/folding/signaling/heated/power adjustable exterior mirrors, tinted/privacy glass, illuminated vanity mirrors, bumper step-up, dual automatic climate control, rear HVAC controls, cruise control, outside temperature gauge, trip computer, steering wheel mounted controls, compass, tilt steering column, adjustable foot pedals, power trunk lid, driver/passenger memory/lumbar/heated/power adjustable seats, leather interior, automatic headlights, fog lights, genuine wood trim, load bearing exterior rack and a tow hitch receiver.

Premium upgrades include an engine block heater, chrome wheels, navigational aid, power sunroof, sunshade, bodyside running boards, heated steering wheel and front cooled seats.

The starting base price for the 2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV is $57,155.
Warranty Information
Basic: 4 Years/50,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 21V050000
Mfg's Report Date February 5, 2021
Component AIR BAGS
Number of Units Affected 2,641,272
Summary General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Consequence An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed beginning March 1, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328760.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Models & Prices

2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV BASE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
2WD 4dr $58,490 $54,103 $882 / Month*
AWD 4dr $60,990 $56,416 $919 / Month*
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2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
BASE
Assist steps, Black with chrome accents, mounted between the front and rear wheels (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
Body, liftgate with deep-tinted liftglass, includes rear-window wiper/washer and defogger •
Body, power liftgate •
Door handles, chrome •
Fascia, front, body-color •
Fascia, rear, body-color •
Fog lamps, front rectangular halogen, integral in front fascia •
Glass, Solar-Ray deep-tinted (all windows except light-tinted glass on windshield, driver- and front passenger-side glass) •
Headlamps, High-Intensity Discharge (HID) with (T74) Twilight Sentinel and flash-to-pass feature •
Headlamps, Twilight Sentinel automatic delay (Included with HID headlamps.) •
Luggage rack center rails •
Luggage rack, roof-mounted with chrome accents •
Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, power-folding and driver-side auto-dimming, color-keyed, with integrated turn signal indicators, ground illumination and programmable to provide curb view when in reverse •
Moldings, color-keyed bodyside with chrome accents •
Tail lamps, LED illumination •
Tire carrier, lockable outside spare •
Tire, full-size spare, P265/70R17-113S blackwall •
Tires, P265/65R18, all-season, blackwall TL AL2 (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
Wheels, 4 - 18" x 8" (45.7 cm x 20.3 cm) 7-spoke aluminum (Requires (QXK) P265/65R18 all-season, blackwall, TL AL2 tires. Includes 17" spare. Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
Windshield washer fluid system, heated •
Wiper, rear intermittent with washer •
Wipers, front intermittent, Rainsense •
INTERIOR Features
BASE
Climate control, rear air conditioning •
Climate control, rear heat •
Climate control, tri-zone automatic with individual climate settings for driver, right-front passenger and rear passengers •
Console, floor, with damped-door storage covers, large storage bin, analog clock, dual cup holders, rear seat audio and electronic climate controls and second row heated seat controls •
Console, overhead deluxe with reading lights and (UG1) Universal Home Remote (Includes sunroof controls when (CF5) power sunroof is ordered.) •
Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed •
Cup holders, quad front, dual second row and single third row •
Defogger, rear-window electric •
Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection and power lock for liftgate •
Driver Information Center, with programmable personalization features such as door locking and unlocking, a trip computer that contains trip odometer and individual tire pressure readouts, fuel information such as range, average mpg, gallons used and oil life and a message center that displays dozens of system messages such as low fuel, door ajar, security, seat belt reminder, low coolant and oil pressure low •
Floor covering, color-keyed carpeting •
Floor mats, color-keyed carpeted first and second row with cargo area mat •
Instrumentation, analog with speedometer, odometer, fuel level, engine temperature and tachometer •
Lighting, interior courtesy with theater dimming •
Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming with 8-point compass, outside temperature display and OnStar controls •
OnStar, 1-year of Directions & Connections plan. Includes the innovative easy to use Turn-by-Turn Navigation services which provide voice-guided directions (where available). Also includes Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment, Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance, Emergency Services, Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics, Hands-Free Calling, AccidentAssist, Remote Horn and Lights, Information and Convenience Services, and Driving Directions (OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance and Remote Door Unlock success varies with conditions. OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics available on most 2004 MY and newer vehicles. Diagnostic capability varies by model. Turn-by-Turn Navigation requires ABS and is not available in certain areas. Visit onstar.com or call 1-888-466-7827 for system limitations and details.) •
Pedals, power-adjustable for accelerator and brake •
Rear Parking Assist, Ultrasonic with rearview LED display, audible warning and instrument panel-mounted shutoff switch •
Remote vehicle start •
Seats, front bucket with leather seating surfaces driver and front passenger 14-way power seat adjusters, 4-way power lumbar control, independently heated driver and front passenger seat cushions and seatbacks (3 settings), 2-position driver memory and articulating outboard head restraints •
Seats, second row bucket with leather seating surfaces, reclining with heated seat cushions (3 settings) and fold-down armrests •
Seats, third row 50/50 split-bench with leather-appointed seating, 3-passenger, can be folded, tumbled forward or totally removed •
Steering wheel controls, mounted audio and cruise controls •
Steering wheel, color-keyed with wood and leather-wrapped rim •
Theft-deterrent system, vehicle, PASS-Key III+ •
Tire Pressure Monitor (does not apply to spare tire) •
Tow/haul mode selector, button located at end of shift lever •
Universal Home Remote, includes garage door opener, 3-channel programmable •
Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors with extenders •
Windows, power with driver and front passenger Express-Down and lockout features •
MECHANICAL Features
BASE
All wheel drive •
Alternator, 160 amps •
Automatic level control, heavy-duty, air •
Battery, heavy-duty 600 cold-cranking amps with rundown protection and retained accessory power •
Cooling, external transmission oil cooler, heavy-duty air-to-oil •
Differential, heavy-duty locking rear •
Engine, Vortec 6.2L Variable Valve Timing V8 SFI (403 hp [300.5 kW] @ 5700 rpm, 417 lb-ft of torque [565.4 N-m] @ 4300 rpm) •
GVWR, 7200 lbs. (3266 kg) •
GVWR, 7400 lbs. (3357 kg) •
Rear axle, 3.42 ratio •
Rear wheel drive •
Recovery hooks, 2 front, frame-mounted, recessed in front fascia •
Steering, power, rack-and-pinion •
Suspension Package, Road Sensing, electronically controlled shock absorbers (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
Suspension, front independent, SLA, coil over shock and stabilizer bar •
Suspension, rear 5-link coil springs •
Throttle control, electronic •
Trailering equipment, heavy-duty, includes trailering hitch platform, 7-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits and 7-way sealed connector •
Transfer case, AWD, electronic automatic system, full-time, "always-on" all-wheel drive •
Transmission, 6-speed automatic, heavy-duty, 6L80-E, electronically controlled with overdrive and tow/haul mode •
SAFETY Features
BASE
Air bags, dual-stage frontal, driver and right-front passenger with Automatic Occupant Sensing System (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Automatic Occupant Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.) •
Air bags, head curtain side-impact, first, second and third row outboard seating positions with rollover sensor (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and outboard rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size, even in vehicles equipped with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.) •
Automatic Occupant Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Automatic Occupant Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.) •
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc, VAC power •
Daytime Running Lamps, with automatic exterior lamp control •
Safety belts, first and second row belts to body, third row belts to seat, lap and shoulder all seating positions •
StabiliTrak, vehicle stability enhancement system with Rollover Mitigation, includes disable switch •
Traction control, all-speed, electronic •
ENTERTAINMENT Features
BASE
Antenna, diversity •
Audio system controls, rear with 2 headphone jacks (headphones not included) and controls for volume, station selection and media •
Audio system feature, Bose 5.1 Studio Surround Sound system with 10 speakers •
Audio system, AM/FM/XM stereo with CD/DVD/MP3 player seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), Digital Signal Processing and 2 slots, top slot for DVD and CD audio/video, bottom slot for 6-disc CD and MP3 changer (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
XM Satellite Radio. With a wide variety of programming, XM has something to excite any driver. Whether you want to be entertained or informed, to laugh, think, or sing, XM has the perfect channel for you - coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. 3 trial months - no obligation. (Available in the 48 contiguous United States. Required $12.95 monthly subscription sold separately after 3 trial months. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to customer agreement. For more information, visit gm.xmradio.com.) •

2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Options and Addition Equipment

2ND ROW SEAT TYPE Options
BASE
SEATS, SECOND ROW 60/40 SPLIT-FOLDING BENCH WITH LEATHER SEATING SURFACES, 3-PASSENGER with outboard heated seat cushions (3 settings) and center armrest (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
SEATS, SECOND ROW BUCKET WITH LEATHER SEATING SURFACES, RECLINING with heated seat cushions (3 settings) and fold-down armrests (STD) •
3RD ROW SEAT TYPE Options
BASE
SEATS, THIRD ROW 50/50 SPLIT-BENCH WITH LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATING, 2-PASSENGER, CAN BE FOLDED, TUMBLED FORWARD OR TOTALLY REMOVED. Includes dual cupholders and storage bin (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
SEATS, THIRD ROW 50/50 SPLIT-BENCH WITH LEATHER-APPOINTED SEATING, 3-PASSENGER, CAN BE FOLDED, TUMBLED FORWARD OR TOTALLY REMOVED (STD) •
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
BASE
ASSIST STEPS, POWER-RETRACTABLE (Requires (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection or (PDX) Escalade Sport Ultra Luxury Collection.) •
CUMULATIVE SECOND AND THIRD YEAR OF ONSTAR SAFE AND SOUND SERVICE. In addition to the first year of Directions and Connections Service that is included in the price of the vehicle. Fleet may also order (RFA) OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service (Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FEF, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO. Not available with R8G, R8Y, R8Z, RFG or RFH.) •
CUMULATIVE SECOND YEAR OF ONSTAR SAFE AND SOUND SERVICE. In addition to the first year of Directions and Connections Service that is included in the price of the vehicle. Fleet may also order (RFA) OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service (Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FEF, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO. Not available with R8P, R8Y, R8Z, RFG or RFH.) •
DVD SCREEN, THIRD ROW (Included and only available with (U42) rear sear entertainment. Third row pull-down display screen and 2 additional wireless headphones are included.) •
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER •
ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM, REAR SEAT, IN-DASH DVD PLAYER with remote control, second row pull-down overhead display screen, 2 wireless infrared headphones, auxiliary audio/video jacks on rear of center console, sound compression, CD-R and CD-R/W capability, LED backlighting display, MP3 capable (Includes (DNU) third-row DVD screen.) •
ESCALADE SPORT ULTRA LUXURY COLLECTION includes body-colored grille (ADI installed); chrome exhaust tips (ADI installed); 22" (55.9 cm) wheels (Replaces [PW2] 18" x 8" [45.7 cm x 20.3 cm] 7-spoke aluminum wheels, ADI installed); (U3R) audio system with navigation; (UVC) rearview camera; (CF5) power sunroof; (KB6) heated and cooled seats; (KA9) heated steering wheel; (ARS) seat release, second row bench or second row bucket, power release only; and (TQ5) IntelliBeam headlamps (Built out for the 2008 model year. Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition, (PD5) 18" x 8" (45.7 cm x 20.3 cm) 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels, (P56) 22" x 9" (55.9 cm x 22.9 cm) 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels or any Fleet or non-retail order types. Requires exterior colors (25U) Blue Chip, (41U) Black Raven, (59U) Quicksilver or (98U) White Diamond Tricoat.) *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY* •
ILLINOIS COST SURCHARGE •
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET, FRONT •
LIVERY PACKAGE (Requires one of the following order types: FDR, FLS, FNR, FRC, TDC, TRE or FRV. A complimentary 36 month/150,000 mile Professional Vehicle Protection Plan (PVPP) will be received when option (ZR3) is ordered. Escalade models, to be eligible, must be delivered to a qualified funeral director, CMC/CMC dealers-distributors, hotel/resort or for-hire Livery operator.) •
NEW JERSEY COST SURCHARGE *Required On All Vehicles Ordered By New Jersey Dealers* •
ONSTAR 1 ADDITIONAL YEAR OF DIRECTIONS AND CONNECTIONS SERVICE. Provides 1 additional Year of Directions and Connections Service following the first year of OnStar service included in the price of the vehicle. Fleet may also order (RFA) OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service (Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FEF, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO. Not available with R8G, R8P, R8Z, RFG or RFH.) •
ONSTAR 2 ADDITIONAL YEARS DIRECTIONS AND CONNECTIONS SERVICE. Provides 2 additional Years of Directions and Connections Service following the first year of OnStar service included in the price of the vehicle. Fleet may also order (RFA) OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service (Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FEF, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO. Not available with R8G, R8P, R8Y, RFG or RFH.) •
ONSTAR 3 ADDITIONAL YEARS SAFE AND SOUND SERVICE. Provides 3 additional Years of Safe and Sound Service following the first year of OnStar service included in the price of the vehicle. Fleet may also order (RFA) OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service (Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with R8G, R8P, R8Y, R8Z or RFH.) •
ONSTAR 4 ADDITIONAL YEARS SAFE AND SOUND SERVICE. Provides 4 additional Years of Safe and Sound Service following the first year of OnStar service included in the price of the vehicle. Fleet may also order (RFA) OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service (Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO or FEF. Not available with R8G, R8P, R8Y, R8Z or RFG.) •
ONSTAR BUSINESS VEHICLE MANAGER SERVICE. Provides OnStar Business Vehicle Manager Service equal to the length of OnStar multi year order. RFA MUST be ordered to receive service (Requires one of the following Fleet or Government order types: FLS, FEF, FNR, FRC, FBC, FGO. Requires one of the following options R8G, R8P, R8Y, R8Z, RFG, RFH. Requires Fleet Master Agreement (FMA). Available for Fleets with 20 or more active OnStar Multi-Year Subscriptions.) •
PLATINUM EDITION includes unique upper and lower CTS-inspired front grilles and fascia, unique 22" multi-spoke chrome wheels, Magnetic Ride Control, Cut-n-Sew leather-wrapped door uppers and IP top pad, vinyl-wrapped door lowers, new wood and aluminum trimmed IP, new console lid, chrome trim around HVAC vents and door handles, 100% Aniline leather first and second row seats, 100% Nuance leather third row seat, (415) Cocoa/Very Light Linen interior, (U3R) audio system with navigation, AM/FM/XM stereo with CD/DVD/MP3 player and full-featured touch screen DVD-integrated navigation, (UVC) rearview camera system, (TQ5) IntelliBeam headlamps, (KB6) heated and cooled seats, (HNE) heated and cooled cup holders, (KA9) heated steering wheel, (ARS) seat release, second row bucket, power release only, (AYE) DVD headrests, (CF5) power sunroof, (U42) rear-seat entertainment system, (BRS) power retractable assist steps, (S85) 22" chromed aluminum wheels, (QST) P285/45R22 all-season, blackwall TL AL2 tires, and (Z95) Magnetic Ride Control suspension (Requires (VPV) Ship Thru to Kerr Industries and interior color (415) Coca/Very Light Linen. (V76) Recovery hooks, 2 front, frame-mounted deleted when (ULT) Platinum Edition is ordered.) *BASE PRICE IS ADJUSTED BY SELECTING THIS OPTION* •
SEAT RELEASE, SECOND ROW BENCH, POWER RELEASE ONLY (Included and only available with (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection. Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
SEAT RELEASE, SECOND ROW BUCKET, POWER RELEASE ONLY (Included and only available with (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection or (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
SEATS, HEATED AND COOLED, SEAT CUSHION AND SEAT BACK FOR DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER (Included and only available with (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection.) •
SHIP THRU TO KERR INDUSTRIES (Required and only available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
SUNROOF, POWER, TILT-SLIDING with express-open/-close and wind deflector (Included in (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection, except when (ZR3) Livery Package is ordered.) •
V8 ULTRA LUXURY COLLECTION includes (U3R) audio system with navigation, (UVC) Rearview camera system, (TQ5) IntelliBeam headlamps, (KB6) heated and cooled seats, (KA9) heated steering wheel, (ARS) power release second row seat, (P56) 22" x 9" (55.9 cm x 22.9 cm) 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels and (CF5) power sunroof (Can substitute (PD5) 18" x 8" (45.7 cm x 20.3 cm) 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels for (P56) 22" x 9" (55.9 cm x 22.9 cm) 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels in (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection. (CF5) power sunroof not included when (ZR3) Livery Package is ordered. Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
EMISSIONS Options
BASE
EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, CALIFORNIA, CONNECTICUT, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, PENNSYLVANIA OR RHODE ISLAND (for vehicles ordered by dealers in states of California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania or Rhode Island with Federal emissions ) (Requires (FE9) Federal emissions requirements. Not available in Maine or Vermont.) •
EMISSIONS OVERRIDE, FEDERAL (for vehicles ordered by dealers in Federal emission states with California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Vermont emissions; may also be used by dealers in states of California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Vermont to order different state-specific emissions) (Requires (YF5) California state emissions requirements or (NE1) Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Vermont state emissions requirements.) •
EMISSIONS, CALIFORNIA STATE REQUIREMENTS •
EMISSIONS, CONNECTICUT, MAINE, MASSACHUSETTS, NEW YORK, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND AND VERMONT STATE REQUIREMENTS •
EMISSIONS, FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS •
ENGINE Options
BASE
ENGINE, VORTEC 6.2L VARIABLE VALVE TIMING V8 SFI (403 hp [300.5 kW] @ 5700 rpm, 417 lb-ft of torque [565.4 N-m] @ 4300 rpm) (STD) •
OPTION DISCOUNT Options
BASE
OPTION DISCOUNT (Requires PDX Escalade Sport Ultra Luxury Collection.) *DISCOUNT* •
PAINT SCHEME Options
BASE
EXTRA COST SOLID PAINT •
SOLID PAINT •
PRIMARY PAINT Options
BASE
BLACK RAVEN •
BLUE CHIP •
GOLD MIST •
INFRARED TINTCOAT •
QUICKSILVER •
STEALTH GRAY •
WHITE DIAMOND TINTCOAT •
RADIO Options
BASE
AUDIO SYSTEM WITH NAVIGATION, AM/FM/XM STEREO with CD/DVD/MP3 player and full-featured touch screen DVD-integrated navigation, seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), Digital Signal Processing, voice recognition, Points of Interest and 2 slots, top slot for DVD map disc only, bottom slot for 6-disc DVD changer that plays DVD and CD audio/video and MP3s (Included and only available with (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection.) •
AUDIO SYSTEM, AM/FM/XM STEREO WITH CD/DVD/MP3 PLAYER seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS), Digital Signal Processing and 2 slots, top slot for DVD and CD audio/video, bottom slot for 6-disc CD and MP3 changer (STD) (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
SEAT TRIM Options
BASE
COCOA/LIGHT LINEN, ANILINE LEATHER SEATING SURFACES (Included and only available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
EBONY/EBONY, NUANCE LEATHER SEATING SURFACES (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
EBONY/LIGHT CASHMERE, NUANCE LEATHER SEATING SURFACES (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
SEAT TYPE Options
BASE
SEATS, FRONT BUCKET WITH LEATHER SEATING SURFACES driver and front passenger 14-way power seat adjusters, 4-way power lumbar control, independently heated driver and front passenger seat cushions and seatbacks (3 settings), 2-position driver memory and articulating outboard head restraints (STD) •
TIRES Options
BASE
TIRES, 22" (Requires (PDX) Escalade Sport Ultra Luxury Collection.) •
TIRES, P265/65R18, ALL-SEASON, BLACKWALL TL AL2 (STD) (Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
TIRES, P285/45R22, ALL-SEASON, BLACKWALL TL AL2 (Requires (P56) 22" x 9" (55.9 cm x 22.9 cm) 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels.) •
TRANSMISSION Options
BASE
TRANSMISSION, 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC, HEAVY-DUTY, 6L80-E, ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED with overdrive and tow/haul mode (STD) •
WHEEL TYPE Options
BASE
WHEELS, 22" (55.9 CM) (Requires (PDX) Escalade Sport Ultra Luxury Collection.) •
WHEELS, 22" X 9" (55.9 CM X 22.9 CM) MULTI-SPOKE CHROMED ALUMINUM (Included and only available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
WHEELS, 4 - 18" X 8" (45.7 CM X 20.3 CM) 7-SPOKE ALUMINUM (STD) (Requires (QXK) P265/65R18 all-season, blackwall, TL AL2 tires. Includes 17" spare. Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
WHEELS, 4 - 18" X 8" (45.7 CM X 20.3 CM) 7-SPOKE CHROMED ALUMINUM (Requires (QXK) P265/65R18 all-season, blackwall, TL AL2 tires. Can be substituted for (P56) 22" x 9" (55.9 cm x 22.9 cm) 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels in (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection. Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •
WHEELS, 4 - 22" X 9" (55.9 CM X 22.9 CM) 7-SPOKE CHROMED ALUMINUM (Included and only available with (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection. Requires (QST) P285/45R22 all-season, blackwall, TL AL2 tires. Not available with (ULT) Platinum Edition.) •

2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Technical Specifications

Brakes
BASE
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 13.0 x 1.2
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 13.6 x 0.8
Cargo Area Dimensions
BASE
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) 137.4
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) 90.0
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) 45.8
Engine
BASE
Displacement 6.2L/378
Engine Type Gas V8
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 403 @ 5700
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 417 @ 4300
Exterior Dimensions
BASE
Height, Overall (in) 75.5
Wheelbase (in) 130.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 79.1
Fuel Tank
BASE
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 31
Steering
BASE
Steering Type Pwr
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 39.0
Tires
BASE
Front Tire Size - TBD -
Rear Tire Size - TBD -
Transmission
BASE
Drivetrain AWD
Trans Description Cont. HD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 6
Vehicle
BASE
Front Head Room (in) 41.1
Front Leg Room (in) 41.3
Front Shoulder Room (in) 65.3
Passenger Capacity 6
Second Head Room (in) 38.5
Second Leg Room (in) 39.5
Second Shoulder Room (in) 65.2

2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV Safety Features

Safety Features
StabiliTrak, vehicle stability enhancement system with Rollover Mitigation, includes disable switch
Traction control, all-speed, electronic
Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc, VAC power
Daytime Running Lamps, with automatic exterior lamp control
Air bags, dual-stage frontal, driver and right-front passenger with Automatic Occupant Sensing System (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Automatic Occupant Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Air bags, head curtain side-impact, first, second and third row outboard seating positions with rollover sensor (Head curtain side air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of head and neck injuries to front and outboard rear seat occupants on the near side of certain side-impact collisions. Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size, even in vehicles equipped with air bags. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Automatic Occupant Sensing System, sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints for your childs age and size. Even in vehicles equipped with air bags and the Automatic Occupant Sensing System, children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat. Never place a rear-facing infant restraint in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with an active frontal air bag. See the vehicles Owners Manual and child safety seat instructions for more safety information.)
Safety belts, first and second row belts to body, third row belts to seat, lap and shoulder all seating positions
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: To Be Rated Rear Passenger: To Be Rated

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.