Auto loans: 2012 Cadillac Escalade
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.1 to 16.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 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.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.1 to 16.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 2012 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.
2012 Cadillac Escalade specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid | 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid | 6.2L 8-cylinder | 6.2L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 11.8 L/100 km | 11.9 L/100 km | 16.7 L/100 km | 18.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.1 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km | 13.0 L/100 km | 13.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.1 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 15.1 L/100 km | 16.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 345 g/km | 385.3 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.21 | $17.36 | $23.41 | $24.80 |
2012 Cadillac Escalade: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 6.0 L | 6.0 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 14 | 13 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 16 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 19 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 | US$3,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,683 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,442 | $3,472 | $4,682 | $4,960 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade
- NHTSA lists 3 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 26 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (12), air bags (4) and engine (4). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V051000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida,... |
| 21V054000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and... |
| 14V827000 | 2014-12-30 | electrical system:ignition | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 2012 Cadillac Escalade
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2012 Cadillac Escalade for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. For anyone shopping for the 2012 Cadillac Escalade, here are the facts that matter.
What to check on the Escalade
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, air bags and engine; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the figures tell you
Its powertrain is the 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid with four-wheel drive. As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. Four-wheel drive helps on rough ground and deep snow; on dry roads it behaves like any other vehicle.
Its combined rating is 11.1 L/100 km, which means roughly 33 litres for 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $17.21 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Room inside
As an SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
When the Escalade makes sense
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits winter trips and weekends with more gear than people.
A longer test drive
A week with the Escalade answers more than any brochure. Rent the Escalade first, and buy only if it fits your life. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car.
Money matters
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Picking a year and a trim
Within the 2012 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person.
Questions first?
Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.
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 2012 Cadillac Escalade from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Cadillac Escalade
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Cadillac Escalade for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Cadillac Escalade
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 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 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Cadillac Escalade cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3442.00.
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.