2008 Escalade Base Sport Utility Safety Ratings

This Soft Top SUV was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.

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2008 Cadillac Escalade Base Sport Utility Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)

Rollover Resistance Rating	Static Stability Factor	Dynamic Test
3 of 5	1.12	No Tip

Crash Test Ratings

Frontal Impact		Side Impact
Driver's Side	5 of 5	Front Occupant	5 of 5
Passenger's Side	5 of 5	Rear Occupant	5 of 5

Crash Test Data

Frontal Impact	Head Injury Criterion	Chest Deceleration	Femur Load
Driver's Side	375 HIC	32g	605lbs \| 609lbs
Passenger's Side	293 HIC	34g	543lbs \| 864lbs
Side Impact	Thoratic Trauma Index		Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant	28		36
Rear Occupant	18		18

2008 Escalade Base Sport Utility Safety Features

• Electronic Stability Control	• 4-Wheel ABS	• Traction Control
• Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirrors	• Daytime Running Lights	• Child Seat Lower Anchorage
• Adjustable Upper Belt - Front	• Adjustable Upper Belt - Rear	• Pretensioner
• Energy Management Feature	• Integrated Saftey Belt	• Rear Center Lap/Shoulder Belt
• Advanced Air Bag Features	• Head Airbag - Front	• Rear Seat Head Restraint
• Trunk Release	• Auto Crash Notify	• Tire Pressure Monitor

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