Price as tested: $64,905
Powertrain: 403-horsepower 6.2-liter V8, 6-speed automatic
Fuel efficiency: 13 mpg in Consumer Reports' testing
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Rank: 5 out of 5
Highs: Ride, fit and finish, regular fuel, towing capacity
Lows: Braking, cumbersome handling, high step-in, tiny third-row seat, fuel economy
"The Escalade is luxurious, comfortable, quiet and quick," Consumer Reports says. "But it gets poor fuel economy, feels clumsy in turns and has a tight third-row seat."
The Escalade's braking performance is poor, the magazine says. While interior storage space is ample, the rear seats must be removed for maximum cargo room.