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Cadillac Eldorado Generations

Each Cadillac Eldorado generation, representing the timeframe between each Eldorado redesign, is listed below. Use this list to see which is the most reliable and safest Eldorado generation based on iSeeCars' data-driven ratings.

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In the market for a slightly used Cadillac Eldorado, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Cadillac Eldorado's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Cadillac Eldorado and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Cadillac Eldorado is a coupe last redesigned in 1992. The latest generation is powered by a 4.6L engine that makes 275 hp and delivers up to 25 mpg. A new Cadillac Eldorado has a starting MSRP of $42,900, and used prices for this generation of Cadillac Eldorado range from $2,495 to $25,086.

The previous Cadillac Eldorado generation is a coupe produced from 1986 to 1991. This generation is powered by a 4.9L engine that makes 200 hp and delivers up to 24 mpg. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $2,500 to $25,500.

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Cadillac Eldorado Generations

In the market for a slightly used Cadillac Eldorado, but wondering if it offers the latest design enhancements? iSeeCars' team of automotive experts and data scientists compiled the most accurate and comprehensive history of the Cadillac Eldorado's redesign schedule, showing which model year an all-new "vehicle generation" debuted. When a vehicle is redesigned it benefits from the latest design and engineering enhancements, which impacts performance, fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability. iSeeCars' data shows that, on average, newer generations of a model are more powerful, fuel efficient, and reliable than older generations, but not all models follow this pattern. Use the information below to track changes in the Cadillac Eldorado and its engine power, fuel efficiency, safety, and iSeeCars' Reliability Ratings across model years/generations. iSeeCars' objective and data-driven Reliability Rating is based on a rigorous analysis of over 312 million vehicles, to calculate each vehicle model's useful lifespan and its ability to last 200,000 miles or more.

The Cadillac Eldorado is a coupe last redesigned in 1992. The latest generation is powered by a 4.6L engine that makes 275 hp and delivers up to 25 mpg. A new Cadillac Eldorado has a starting MSRP of $42,900, and used prices for this generation of Cadillac Eldorado range from $2,495 to $25,086.

The previous Cadillac Eldorado generation is a coupe produced from 1986 to 1991. This generation is powered by a 4.9L engine that makes 200 hp and delivers up to 24 mpg. Used car pricing for this generation ranges from $2,500 to $25,500.

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1992–2002 Cadillac Eldorado (coupe)

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
2002 4.6L V8 275hp, 300ft. lbs.; 4.6L V8 300hp, 295ft. lbs. FWD $4,465–$25,086 $42,900–$48,430 19 mpg
2001 4.6L V8 275hp, 300ft. lbs.; 4.6L V8 300hp, 295ft. lbs. FWD $3,075–$18,448 $41,156–$44,731 18 mpg
2000 4.6L V8 275hp, 300ft. lbs.; 4.6L V8 300hp, 295ft. lbs. FWD $2,717–$24,170 $40,210–$43,785 19 mpg
1999 4.6L V8 275hp, 300ft. lbs.; 4.6L V8 300hp, 295ft. lbs. FWD $2,965–$11,829 $39,905–$44,165 18 mpg
1998 4.6L V8 300hp, 295ft. lbs. FWD $2,776–$14,591 $39,160–$43,360 18 mpg
1997 4.6L V8 275hp, 300ft. lbs. FWD $3,690–$22,458 $38,660–$42,060 18 mpg
1996 4.6L V8 275hp, 300ft. lbs.; 4.6L V8 300hp, 295ft. lbs. FWD $2,495–$16,740 $40,235–$43,635 18 mpg
1995 4.6L V8 275hp, 300ft. lbs.; 4.6L V8 300hp, 295ft. lbs. FWD – $38,855–$42,170 18 mpg
1994 4.6L V8 270hp, 300ft. lbs. FWD $2,900–$13,775 $38,315–$41,615 18 mpg
1993 4.6L V8 295hp, 290ft. lbs.; 4.9L V8 200hp, 175ft. lbs. FWD – $35,115–$40,115 17 mpg–18 mpg
1992 4.9L V8 200hp, 275ft. lbs. FWD $3,950–$17,904 $33,070–$33,070 18 mpg

1986–1991 Cadillac Eldorado (coupe)

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
1991 4.9L V8 200hp, 275ft. lbs. FWD $3,995–$19,182 $31,825–$35,005 18 mpg
1990 4.5L V8 180hp, 245ft. lbs. FWD – $29,405–$32,585 17 mpg
1989 4.5L V8 155hp, 240ft. lbs. FWD $2,500–$25,500 $27,288–$27,288 18 mpg
1988 4.5L V8 155hp, 240ft. lbs. FWD – $25,416–$25,416 17 mpg
1987 4.1L V8 130hp, 200ft. lbs. FWD – $24,265–$24,265 18 mpg
1986 4.1L V8 130hp, 200ft. lbs. FWD – $25,532–$25,532 18 mpg

1979–1985 Cadillac Eldorado

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Model Year Engine(s) Drivetype(s) Used Price MSRP (when new) Combined MPG range
1985 convertible 4.1L V8 135hp, 200ft. lbs. FWD $12,000–$19,264 $32,605–$32,605 17 mpg
1985 coupe 4.1L V8 135hp, 200ft. lbs.; 5.7L V8 FWD $1,300–$35,033 $21,855–$21,855 17 mpg–20 mpg
1984 convertible 4.1L V8 135hp, 200ft. lbs. FWD – $31,774–$31,774 16 mpg
1984 coupe 4.1L V8 135hp, 200ft. lbs.; 5.7L V8 FWD $5,963–$38,845 $20,830–$20,830 17 mpg–21 mpg
1983 coupe 4.1L V8 135hp, 200ft. lbs.; 5.7L V8 FWD $4,500–$25,565 $19,772–$19,772
1982 coupe 4.1L V6; 4.1L V8 125hp, 190ft. lbs.; 5.7L V8 FWD – $19,154–$19,154
1981 coupe 4.1L V6; 5.7L V8; 6.0L V8 140hp, 265ft. lbs. FWD – $17,988–$17,988

1971–1978 Cadillac Eldorado

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1967–1970 Cadillac Eldorado

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1965–1966 Cadillac Eldorado

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1963–1964 Cadillac Eldorado

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1961–1962 Cadillac Eldorado

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1959–1960 Cadillac Eldorado

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1957–1958 Cadillac Eldorado

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1953–1956 Cadillac Eldorado

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Our methodology

iSeeCars Generations Rating is calculated based on the latest research from our data science team.

The iSeeCars Generations Rating is an analysis of two factors: reliability and safety. It is calculated for each model generation based on the analysis of over 312 million cars using a proprietary mathematical model that estimated the probability that each vehicle would survive to various mileage thresholds. This survival model was used to calculate the average lifespan of each vehicle generation, which forms the basis of the reliability score. The safety score is based on NHTSA safety ratings.

Vehicles are scored in two categories:

Reliability

The reliability score represents an analysis of iSeeCars' proprietary research on the longest-lasting vehicles.

Safety

The safety score is calculated based on the last five years of crash test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and incorporates the latest Top Safety Pick information from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).