Cadillac Escalade ESV towing capacity
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV is rated for 8,000 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). The source gives one figure for it.
Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.
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2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESVprinted with '(w/ 6.2L V8 engine)' | 6.2L V8 | 8,000 lbs | p. 78 |
Source: 2026 GM Envolve Fleet Guide
2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESVprinted '7,500 lbs. (w/ 6.2L V8 engine)'; page title 'CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV/ESCALADE-V ESV' | 6.2L V8 | 7,500 lbs | p. 66 |
Source: 2025 GM Envolve Fleet Guide
2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESV 2WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 2WD | 8,100 lbs | p. 13 | ||
| Escalade ESV AWDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | AWD | 7,900 lbs | p. 13 |
Source: Trailer Life 2020 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESV 2WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 2WD | 8,100 lbs | p. 21 | ||
| Escalade ESV 4WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 4WD | 7,900 lbs | p. 21 |
Source: Trailer Life 2019 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESV 2WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 2WD | 8,100 lbs | p. 21 | ||
| Escalade ESV 4WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 4WD | 7,900 lbs | p. 21 |
Source: Trailer Life 2018 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESV 2WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 2WD | 8,100 lbs | p. 22 | ||
| Escalade ESV 4WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 4WD | 7,900 lbs | p. 22 |
Source: Trailer Life 2017 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESV 2WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 2WD | 8,100 lbs | p. 2 | ||
| Escalade ESV AWDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | AWD | 7,900 lbs | p. 2 |
Source: Trailer Life 2016 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
2015 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escalade ESV 2WDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | 2WD | 8,100 lbs | p. 18 | ||
| Escalade ESV AWDsecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | 6.2L V-8 | AWD | 7,900 lbs | p. 18 |
Source: Trailer Life 2015 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
Common questions
How has the Cadillac Escalade ESV's towing capacity changed by year?
Highest published rating by model year: 2026: 8,000 lbs; 2025: 7,500 lbs; 2020: 8,100 lbs; 2019: 8,100 lbs; 2018: 8,100 lbs; 2017: 8,100 lbs; 2016: 8,100 lbs; 2015: 8,100 lbs.
What hitch are the Cadillac Escalade ESV ratings for?
For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.