Cadillac Escalade ESV 2003–2006 car dimensions: 5624 mm long, 2019 mm wide and 1923 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,640 kg. Braked towing is 3,357 kg.
The cabin seats seven or eight on Nuance leather with 10-way power front buckets that heat independently, power lumbar and bolsters, plus heated second-row seats. Dual- or tri-zone automatic climate control is standard with rear controls. A Bose nine-speaker system with six-disc CD changer is standard, along with cruise control, OnStar and a Driver Information Center. Ultrasonic rear parking assist is standard. Optional DVD navigation uses a touchscreen. No reversing camera was offered.
Cargo volume is 1294 liters behind the third row with seats up. Removing the third row and folding the second yields up to 3726 liters, enough for 4x8 sheets with the liftgate closed.
A standard trailer towing package supports 3357 kg braked. Payload is 604 kg. The heavy-duty 4L60-E transmission and Road Sensing Suspension with self-leveling rear air help with loaded or towing use.
The cabin offers soft Nuance leather on heated front buckets with 10-way power adjusters, power lumbar and side bolsters plus memory. Second-row heated seats come as buckets or bench. Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear controls keeps all rows comfortable. A power sunroof is available, and the Bose audio system fills the large interior. It feels roomy and supportive for long trips with easy access and premium materials.
Fuel economy 12 city / 16 highway mpg with 31-gallon tank
Oil changes by GM Oil Life System or every 12 months
NHTSA frontal crash: driver 4 stars, passenger 3 stars. rollover 3 stars
Standard dual-stage front airbags, front side airbags, passenger sensing system
Standard StabiliTrak stability control, traction control, 4-wheel ABS, OnStar
The 6.0L V8 uses premium fuel recommended but not required and returns about 12 mpg city and 16 highway. The 31-gallon tank supports longer range between fills for a full-size SUV.
Servicing follows the oil-life monitor that signals changes based on use, or at least yearly. Chassis lubrication, tire rotation and fluid checks occur at regular mileage points such as 7,500-mile intervals. Axle and transfer-case inspections are part of the schedule.
Safety equipment includes dual-stage frontal airbags with passenger sensing, front side-impact airbags, StabiliTrak electronic stability, traction control, four-wheel ABS and OnStar. Ultrasonic rear parking assist is standard. NHTSA rates frontal driver protection at 4 stars and passenger at 3 stars with a 3-star rollover rating.
Keeping the vehicle means following the oil-life system and scheduled inspections for the AWD system and brakes. The large size and luxury features mean higher fluid and tire costs, but parts remain available through GM channels.
Length 5624 mm, Width 2019 mm, Height 1923 mm, Wheelbase 3302 mm (Escalade ESV 2003–2006)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV specification sheet, Length is that sheet’s 221.4 in converted at, the sheet still pairs 221.4 in with the preliminary.