2003 Cadillac Escalade for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 16.8 to 18.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 16.8 to 18.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
We do not have a 2003 Cadillac Escalade for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2003 Cadillac Escalade specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.3L 8-cylinder | 6.0L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 18.1 L/100 km | 21.4 L/100 km |
| Highway | 14.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 16.8 L/100 km | 18.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 394 g/km | 425 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $26.04 | $28.06 |
2003 Cadillac Escalade: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.3 L | 6.0 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 13 | 11 |
| MPG highway (US) | 16 | 15 |
| MPG combined (US) | 14 | 13 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 17 | 16 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,800 | US$5,150 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $5,208 | $5,612 |
| Dimension | Escalade Esv 4dr Suv Awd |
|---|---|
| Length | 5.64 m (222 in) |
| Width | 2.00 m (79 in) |
| Height | 1.92 m (76 in) |
| Wheelbase | 3.30 m (130 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,649 kg (5,840 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2003 Cadillac Escalade
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 109 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (32), service brakes (31) and steering (9). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05V163000 | 2005-04-22 | seat belts:rear/other | ON CERTAIN CREW CAB PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE 2ND ROW CENTER OCCUPANT SEAT BELT ROUTING MAY MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO POSITION THE LAP PORTION OF THE SAFETY BELT LOW AROUND THE HIPS OF OCCUPANTS, ESPECIALLY SMALLER OCCUPANTS, SEATED IN THIS POSITION. APPROPRIATE USE OF A CHILD SEAT OR BOOSTER SEAT,... |
| 04V129000 | 2004-03-17 | structure:body:tailgate:hinge and attachments | ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE GALVANIZED STEEL TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES THAT RETAIN THE TAILGATE IN THE FULL OPEN (HORIZONTAL) POSITION MAY CORRODE, WEAKEN, AND EVENTUALLY FRACTURE. IF BOTH CABLES FRACTURED, THE TAILGATE WOULD SUDDENLY DROP AND STRIKE THE TOP SURFACE OF THE REAR BUMPER. |
| 04V045000 | 2004-02-04 | service brakes, hydraulic | CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND PASSENGER VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, ?PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS.? SOME OF THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH AN OUT-OF-SPECIFICATION BRAKE HYDRO-BOOST HOUSING RELIEF VALVE BORE. |
| 03V037000 | 2003-02-06 | structure:body:door:hinge and attachments | CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 214, "SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES ARE BUILT WITH FOUR WELDS ON THE REAR DOOR UPPER HINGE. ON SOME OF THESE VEHICLES, ONE OR TWO OF THE WELDS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION. |
| 02V224000 | 2002-08-12 | electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables | CERTAIN ALL-WHEEL DRIVE SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITHOUT A POWER STEERING BRACKET TO SECURE THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE, ALLOWING THE CABLE TO COME IN CONTACT WITH THE STEERING SHAFT. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2003 Cadillac Escalade
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2003 Cadillac Escalade for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. This page sets out the 2003 Cadillac Escalade for buyers, in plain words.
Recalls and complaints
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA has 109 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, service brakes and steering. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
The numbers in plain words
Its powertrain is the 5.3L 8-cylinder with rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The combined figure, 16.8 L/100 km, means roughly 50 litres for 300 km. A weekend of 300 km comes to about $78.12 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$4,800 a year for 15,000 miles.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
The Escalade in everyday use
The higher seat of an SUV gives a good view of the road in traffic. The length is 5.64 m. Measure your parking spot or garage first.
Rent it for a week first
Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer. If the Escalade is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Choosing the right one
Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Within the 2003 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
The cost of driving it
The EPA estimates US$4,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $26.04 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $260.40 at our price setting.
Your move
A rental request is free; the offer shows the full price.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2003 Cadillac Escalade from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2003 Cadillac Escalade for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2003 Cadillac Escalade
Does CarmaCars sell the 2003 Cadillac Escalade?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2003 Cadillac Escalade before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2003 Cadillac Escalade have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2003 Cadillac Escalade cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,800 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5208.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.