Model year guide

2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 6 on record.

2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid at a glance

Owner complaints22

Combined21 mpg

Typical price$32,500

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid common problems

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

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.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg

City20 mpg

Highway23 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,200

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.

What's a 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid worth?

Low

$23,000

Typical price

$32,500

High

$43,000

From 6 comparable 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,000

Depreciation (5 yrs)$16,500

Total$32,500

Per mile$0.43

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($32,500) with the same model 3 model-years older ($22,615), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims

Base · Hybrid

Engines

6.0L 8-cyl

2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid vehicles on record

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Other Cadillac Escalade Hybrid model years

2011 2010 2009

2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid get?

The 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (20 city / 23 highway).

How much is a 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid worth?

Comparable 2012 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid listings run roughly $23,000–$43,000, typically around $32,500 (from 6 vehicles).

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