Auto loans: 2002 Cadillac Escalade

None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 16.8 to 19.6 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

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Combined
16.8 to 19.6 L/100 km
Recalls
2

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Cadillac Escalade of the 2002 to 2006 generation
Photo: Bejara70, CC0, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo, not one of our cars

For sale

We do not have a 2002 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.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

2002 Cadillac Escalade specs

2002 Cadillac Escalade powertrains
SpecPowertrain 1Powertrain 2
Engine5.3L 8-cylinder6.0L 8-cylinder
DriveRear-wheel driveAll-wheel drive
Transmission4-speed automatic4-speed automatic
FuelRegular gasRegular gas
City18.1 L/100 km23.5 L/100 km
Highway13.8 L/100 km16.8 L/100 km
Combined16.8 L/100 km19.6 L/100 km
CO₂394 g/km460 g/km
Cost to drive 100 km$26.04$30.38

2002 Cadillac Escalade: every figure

2002 Cadillac Escalade figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2
Displacement5.3 L6.0 L
Cylinders88
MPG city (US)1310
MPG highway (US)1714
MPG combined (US)1412
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)1714
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$4,800US$5,600
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre)$5,208$6,076
2002 Cadillac Escalade dimensions and weight
DimensionEscalade Ext P/u Ext Cab S/box Awd
Length5.62 m (221 in)
Width2.02 m (80 in)
Height1.92 m (76 in)
Wheelbase3.32 m (131 in)
Curb weight2,519 kg (5,553 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade

  • NHTSA lists 2 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 139 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (56), electrical system (19) and power train (12). Have those parts checked before you buy.
2002 Cadillac Escalade recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
04V1290002004-03-17structure:body:tailgate:hinge and attachmentsON 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.
02V2530002002-09-17seats:front assembly:head restraintON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH REARWARD FOLDING HEAD RESTRAINTS ON THE SECOND ROW SEATS, TWO POTENTIAL PINCH POINTS EXIST ON EACH OF THE FOLDING HEAD RESTRAINTS WHEN THE RESTRAINTS ARE FOLDED REARWARD AS THE SEATBACK IS FOLDED DOWN.

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

Buying the 2002 Cadillac Escalade

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2002 Cadillac Escalade; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2002 Cadillac Escalade, see the figures and the checks worth doing.

What to check on the Escalade

There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Owners filed 139 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes, electrical system and power train; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.

What the figures tell you

The 5.3L 8-cylinder with rear-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.

At 16.8 L/100 km combined, a 300 km drive takes roughly 50 litres of fuel. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $26.04, and a 300 km weekend about $78.12. The EPA estimates US$4,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.

Good uses for the Escalade

It suits winter trips and weekends with more gear than people. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.

Inside and out

Being an SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well. The length is 5.62 m. Measure your parking spot or garage first.

Rent it for a week first

Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Try the Escalade on your commute, then decide.

Narrowing it down

Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

What it costs to run

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $260.40 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$4,800 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Ready to ask?

Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.

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 2002 Cadillac Escalade from us first.

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Ask us about the 2002 Cadillac Escalade

Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2002 Cadillac Escalade for you and reply within one business day.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

Buying the 2002 Cadillac Escalade

Does CarmaCars sell the 2002 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 2002 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.

What does the 2002 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.