Model year guide

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid — representative photo
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2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid at a glance

Owner complaints49
Combined21 mpg

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2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid common problems

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,200
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,000
Fuel only$16,000
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Platinum Edition
Engines
6.0L 8-cyl

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid vehicles on record

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Other Cadillac Escalade Hybrid model years

2012 2010 2009

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid?

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, power train, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid get?

The 2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (20 city / 23 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.