I've heard that the Escalade has had improvements over the years, as well as lost features. Which is the best year for the best balance of improvements and features still available?

I would say 2003-2006, as they have the most in common. I voted for all of them.

Well, so far, 2002 is in the lead.. What did the 2002 have that other years didn't?

Well, so far, 2002 is in the lead.. What did the 2002 have that other years didn't?

I don't know, but it didn't have HID lights or the Bvlgari clock that the 2003 - 2006 Escalade's all had. Don't know why everyone thinks the 2002's had the best features. I know it had a light under the hood, but that's all I can think of. Different consoles too. Aren't the steering wheels on the 2003 - 2006 Escalade's nicer as well?

Thanks.

2002 had nicer. more detailed speedo. I still vote the 03-06's though as 02 was the first year of the body style and I'm guessing improvements are made in the newer years.

I like the 02-06 models better because of the bold style and thay were different than anything else. I got an 06 because of the great ride and a good deal. Also the kids love the dvd player. This is the perfect car to take on long trips.

Pretty much 03-06 is all the same. You have the '02 loyalist that will swear by an '02. When it's all said and done, there really is not that much of a difference to really care. I'm sure we can get down to some nit-picky things like steering wheel, clock, gauge cluster, hood light, headrest, seat pattern but it's really trivial. Not enough difference to really care...i'd be happy with 02-06