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A Luxury SUV That Doubles as a Status Symbol
The Cadillac Escalade has long been the sort of vehicle that says as much about its owner as it does about Cadillac. It is a fixture in the luxury SUV market, a status symbol that's quite popular among celebrities and elites alike. Its imposing design, expansive cabin, and lavish features place it in the same conversation as the Lincoln Navigator and higher trims of European luxury SUVs.
That prestige, however, now comes with a higher cost. The Escalade has steadily become more expensive over the last year, with multiple increases pushing it further up the luxury ladder. The reality for buyers is that today's Escalade is not only an expensive SUV by nature, but one whose window sticker has seen its price climb several times in rapid succession.
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Another Round of Higher Prices
As revealed by GM Authority, the latest price bump marks the third time in 2025 that Escalade buyers are facing a higher price than they might have expected just months earlier. Cadillac raised prices by $3,000 for all non-V trims and by $5,300 for the Escalade-V. Destination charges also increased by $400, bringing the total fee to $2,595.
With these adjustments, the most affordable Escalade, the standard-length Luxury 2WD, now starts at $93,295. At the other end, the Escalade-V ESV begins at $172,995, making it one of the most expensive full-size SUVs currently offered by a mainstream luxury brand. These changes come on top of earlier increases in March and April, pushing the Escalade’s price trajectory upward at a pace that stands out even in today’s market.
These aren't minor adjustments. Taken together, the Escalade's base Luxury trim is now over $9,000 more expensive than a comparable 2024 version. The Escalade-V has increased in price by more than $15,000 since last year.
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What Buyers Still Get
Despite the steeper cost, the Escalade remains a unique proposition in the segment. Standard models feature a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8, while the Escalade-V adds a supercharged version of the same engine for dramatic power. The refreshed 2025 model a
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