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2013 Cadillac Escalade

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2013 Cadillac Escalade is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 6.2L 8-cylinder (FFV), 6.0L 8-cylinder
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD, 4WD
Fuel
Varies by configuration: Flex fuel, Hybrid
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
HYBRID
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
Not available
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 6.2L 8-cylinder (FFV), 6.0L 8-cylinder
Displacement6.0 L to 6.2 L
Cylinders8
Fuel typeVaries by configuration: Flex fuel, Hybrid

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears6
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, AWD, 4WD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
City20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

7 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 14, 2026.

  • 21V053000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto…

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021. Second notification…

    Reported February 5, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 21V054000: 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 VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac…

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification…

    Reported February 5, 2021. View on NHTSA

  • 14V614000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Savana, and Sierra HD vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the chassis electronic module may be internally contaminated, resulting in an electrical short.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-006 (Cadillac),…

    Reported October 1, 2014. View on NHTSA

  • 13V001000: STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE

    General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles, manufactured between November 7, 2012, through December 18, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. Cadillac owners may…

    Reported January 2, 2013. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 14, 2026

Data verified: October 14, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2013 Cadillac Escalade have?

Varies by configuration: 6.2L 8-cylinder (FFV), 6.0L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Cadillac Escalade?

Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2013 Cadillac Escalade front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD, 4WD.

Are there recalls for the 2013 Cadillac Escalade?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 14, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.