2004 Cadillac Escalade Consumer Reviews

A "Truck" underneath the Glamour

Written by: latrae75 on 12/15/2007

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased my 2004 Escalade with the 6.0 liter in February. It was certified and came with the extended factory bumper to bumper 6yr/100k warranty. I hear about people complaining about it's fuel economy, but you must realize that behind all the chrome and flash that this is still a 5700 lb truck with a 6 liter V8. I use to get about 17 mpg on the highway, but I have installed a K&N filter($50) and a custom Flowmaster exhaust system($450), and now I get between 20-21 mpg with premium(93 octane) gas on the highway cruising at 70 mph, with 22" wheels. If fuel consumption is a worry for you, then simply don't buy an suv. But this truck is absolutely awesome, especially on long 200+ mile trips.

Favorite Features

Powerful on road presence. The 6.0 liter engine. The extremely comfortable seats.

Suggested Improvements

Power rear hatch.

13 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Great Vehicle

Written by: John on 10/28/2007

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have had mine for a month now, gone on very long trips and love it, have tvs in all the headrests and some 22s on it. My favorite vehicle I've owned yet.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Second Escalade

Written by: Bailey on 02/06/2006

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I had my last Cadillac Escalade for five years and did not have to do anything, not even a light bulb change! What a wonderful vehicle, now I'm on Escalade number 2. I will buy another one in 5 years. This is a heavy and dependable truck.

Favorite Features

This truck is heavy and dependable.

Suggested Improvements

The wood trim inside is not as nice as it once was in prior Escalade models. My new one seems like photographed woodgrain like on the cheaper DeVille models.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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2004 - Great Car

Written by: PAT on 08/01/2005

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Great trick. I get tons of great comments on its looks (we have 22" Custom wheels) Feel proud to drive it. Dealer has been excellent in dealing with any issues - large or small.

Favorite Features

Look - Dark Blue paint, 22" wheels, profile

Suggested Improvements

Improve gas mileage!

0 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Great Truck, Cheap Interior

Written by: caddy love on 06/28/2005

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

We love the truck, very powerful and reliable, excellent quality when it comes to drive train. The only reason why I might never buy another Cadillac after owning soooo many is the cheap and horrible design of the interiors. I'm begging Cadillac to change their outdated mindset of plastic and unimaginative thinking and take example from Lincoln when it comes to interior design. Power rear hatch, folding rear seats, rain sensor wipers, cooled leather seats, center shifter, and please get rid of the plastic! Make it a Cadillac not a Tahoe with enhanced cheap trim. We are all getting tired of GM cutting corners on Cadillac. If it does not change, my selection will.

Favorite Features

power and reliability

Suggested Improvements

Interior too cheap. Needs rear power hatch, fold down rear seats with storage, take a look at Navigator and Touareg for interior ideas since gm cant do it themselves.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Dream come true

Written by: Jimmy Chae on 11/11/2004

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have always dreamed of owning a Cadillac. With a family of five,this vehicle tailors to all, conveniently and with room to spare. A pleasure to drive to the market or long distance. First drive a Tahoe. Then drive the Escalade. You will notice the difference. You get what you pay for,defenitely. You will also get the attention of your friends, family and neighbors. It is my trophy.

Favorite Features

Large plush seats with durable leather surfaces,unlike Tahoes. Automatic everything!

Suggested Improvements

You've got to be kidding,absolutely none.

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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unsatisfied customer

Written by: tammy spencer on 10/21/2004

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

When i purchased my escalde i was informed it had a dvd entertainment center in it and once the sell was complete i found out that they sold me a vehicle that did not have one so the sales people are selling a vehicle that they know nothing about. Also i bought a interior cleaning and stain guard when i picked up my vehicle from haveing it serviced at bill cookes which also included the under rust proofing i was shocked to find my vehicle in such awful shape that i was upset with them and will never return when i contacted caddilac inc they did nothing about my complaint of the dvd entertainment center. so my complant is that they should not sell a vehicle

Favorite Features

navigation system and stero and the ride is very comfortable

Suggested Improvements

caddilac needs to inform the sales reps on what the vehicles are equipted with so they dont sell someone something that they are not getting cuz this was what i asked for was the dvd entertainment center for my children and to find that their was not one was a little unsatifactory

0 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Love My Escalade

Written by: Rich Fisher on 10/06/2004

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have found the Escalade a real pleasure to drive anywhere, anytime. I have 22" rims, lowered it 3&5 added a lot of billet pieces and it gets a whole lot of attention everywhere I go.

Favorite Features

Bold styling and comfort

Suggested Improvements

More power options

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Improvements Needed

Written by: Branko Bill on 10/05/2004

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The rear door is too heavy to pull down for women and elderly men and women. Needs to be power operated. Gas door should be lockable.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

The controls to heat seats is too close to the window controles. Keep turning them on when not needed. Gearship lever should be on the consol. The rear seats should be mechanical operated. The space under the four seats should be utilized as in Chrysler T.C. .

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Cadi - What an SUV!

Written by: NHDave on 10/02/2004

Vehicle

2004 Cadillac Escalade AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Best SUV I've every owned! Traded Suburban for my '04 Black Escalade. Only 2k miles so far..but love it. DVD and all the options. Only suggestion is to get a few customers in to work with your Navigation system engineer (s)..they need to get a taste of what it's like to use it while driving.

Favorite Features

DVD, Heated Seats, XM & Navigation (though not easy to use); Smart look; V8 Power; Leather;

Suggested Improvements

Dont be so cheap...Get away from Tahoe/Suburban look inside...its a Cadi! Simplify Navigation System - rid the mouse & allow prog. while in drive; Sensing Wipers; Windshield clip for receipts (Volvo); Power rear gate;

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