Cadillac Escalade
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The Cadillac Escalade is a
The Escalade is currently sold in North America and select international markets (Europe and Asia) where Cadillac has official sales channels.[1] The Escalade ESV (Escalade Stretch Vehicle) is sold in North America, Russia, and the Middle East, but is available by special order only in some international markets. The right-hand-drive Escalade and Escalade ESV are available through the third-party conversion specialists without official agreement with Cadillac in Australian, Oceanic, and Japanese markets.
On August 8, 2023, GM unveiled the
First generation (1999)
GMT 400 | |
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Front-engine, four-wheel drive) | |
Platform | GMT435 |
Related | Chevrolet Suburban Chevrolet Tahoe GMC Yukon |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Transmission | 4-speed 4L60-E automatic |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 117.5 in (2,984 mm) |
Length | 201.2 in (5,110 mm) |
Width | 77.0 in (1,956 mm) |
Height | 74.3 in (1,887 mm) |
The introduction of the
The first-generation Escalade (as well as its mechanically identical twin, the
Both vehicles included a generous amount of standard equipment not available on other GM full-size SUVs, including 16-inch chrome-clad aluminum-alloy wheels, a Bose Acoustimass seven-speaker stereo (including subwoofer), an in-dash CD player and console-mounted six-CD changer, auto-dimming exterior and rearview mirrors with compass and temperature display, automatic headlamps with daytime running lights, front projector fog lamps, heated front and rear seats, rear-seat audio controls, a BCM (body control module) providing functions such as retained accessory power and interior illumination fade-off, a unique warning chime, a special coating used on the dashboard for a more premium appearance, front and rear Bilstein shock absorbers, and unique engine and transmission tuning for a more refined driving experience. An OnStar in-vehicle telematics and communications system was optional on the Denali but standard on the Escalade, with the only other option for both models being a choice between twin rear barn doors or a split tailgate with rear-window wiper. A dealer-installed cellular telephone was also available with factory provisions in the center console.[6][7]
Colors available on the Escalade were Silver Sand Metallic, Sable Black, Aspen White, and Bordeaux Red Metallic. All Escalades came with a Neutral Shale interior.[6] Yukon Denali colors shared with the Escalade were named Black Onyx and Dark Toreador Red Metallic, and exclusive colors to the Denali were Silvermist Metallic, Spruce Green Metallic, Meadow Green Metallic, and Gold Metallic. The Denali featured a two-tone interior available in Canyon Tan or Stone Gray.[7]
While base
Second generation (2002)
GMT 800 | ||
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Curb weight | 5,800 lb (2,631 kg) (ESV/EXT) |
Unlike its Chevrolet and GMC siblings, which launched for the 2000 model year, Cadillac delayed the Escalade's switch to the GMT820 chassis until February 2001 as a 2002 model, the last of the three General Motors full-size truck and SUV brands to switch to the new chassis; Cadillac unveiled the 2002 model year Escalade in August 2000 at Pebble Beach, while continuing to sell the 2000 models.
For 2003, the "StabiliTrak"
In 2003, a year after their introduction, the
Engines
- 2002–2003 5.3L LM7 Vortec V8, 285 hp (213 kW) (VIN code T)
- 2004–2005 5.3L LM7 Vortec V8, 295 hp (220 kW) (VIN code T)
- 2002–2006 6.0L LQ9 HO Vortec V8, 345 hp (257 kW) (VIN code N)
Third generation (2007)
GMT900 | |
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Ni–MH (Hybrid) | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 116.0 in (2,946 mm) 130.0 in (3,302 mm) (ESV/EXT) |
Length | 202.5 in (5,144 mm) 222.9 in (5,662 mm) (ESV) 222.0 in (5,639 mm) (EXT) |
Width | 79.0 in (2,007 mm) 79.1 in (2,009 mm) (EXT) |
Height | 74.7 in (1,897 mm) (2007–09 2WD) 74.5 in (1,892 mm) (EXT & 2007–09 ESV) 74.3 in (1,887 mm) (2007–09 4WD) 2010–11 SWB: 75.9 in (1,928 mm) 2010–2013 ESV: 73.1 in (1,857 mm) 2012–2013 SWB: 75.9 in (1,928 mm) 2012–2013 EXT: 74.5 in (1,892 mm) |
The Escalade moved to the new
Production of the redesigned Escalade began at
The Escalade uses an all-aluminum 6.2L
Engines
- 2007–2014: 6.2L Vortec 6200 V8, 403 hp (301 kW)
Hybrid
A
The Escalade Hybrid takes 8.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h).[citation needed] The Hybrid is powered by a 6.0-liter V8. It is joined by two 60-kilowatt electric motors supplied by a nickel–metal hydride battery pack under the rear seat. On its own, the V8 is rated at 332 hp (248 kW) at 5,100 rpm and 367 lb⋅ft (498 N⋅m) at 4,100 rpm. GM engineers claim that combined output with the electric motors is 379 hp (283 kW). The unique transmission houses the electric motors along with three different planetary gear sets and four traditional clutches.
Standard features
Standard features of the Cadillac Escalade include air conditioning with tri-zone climate controls, Nuance leather trimmed seats, wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, cruise control, heated front seats and heated second-row seats, 14-way power front seats, memory system, remote engine start, premium sound system, 6-disc CD changer, rear radio controls, compass, power liftgate, and outside-temperature indicator. The Platinum adds a DVD entertainment system, navigation system, heated and cooled cup holders,
Safety
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 2007–08 Escalade models had the highest fatality rate of their class with a driver death rate of 33 compared to the class average of 15.[14]
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Updates
2008
- On the automatic trunk button, the "off" signal was changed from the number "0" (Zero) to the word "off."
- Seating capacity was increased to eight passengers.
- A newly-redesigned remote for keyless entry was introduced to further distinguish it from the GMC Yukon Denalisiblings.
- One-touch closing function added for the front windows.
2009
- Bluetooth (phone only) was made standard.
- A power-tilt steering wheel was made standard.
- Driver and passenger headrests were updated and no longer able to be tilted.
- The Satellite Navigation System (optional) now added instant traffic updates and rerouting options.
2010
- Partway through the model year, the "GM" badging was removed from the front doors.
- AFM (Active Fuel Management) was added.
- USB port was added to the center console.
- Revised front airbag and door.
- Shifter interlock and a steering wheel lock was added.
- Front window switches changed in shape.
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers no longer available.
2011
- Second-row headrests made larger and no longer adjustable.
2012
- The Escalade Premium had been refreshed and updated to look more like the Escalade Platinum, but the Escalade Premium did have clear see-through taillights.
2013
- Silver Coast Metallic and Sapphire Blue Metallic were added as new color options, along with a revised grade braking performance.
- LED running lights were added to Escalade and Escalade ESV models.
2014
- A new color, Midnight Plum Metallic, was added. For the first time, the Escalade would only be available in both standard and ESV versions, since the EXT and Hybrid models were discontinued. This would be the last year for this generation Escalade.[16]
Fourth generation (2015)
GMT K2XL | |
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Production | January 2014 – December 2019 |
Model years | 2015–2020 |
Assembly | United States: Arlington, Texas (Arlington Assembly)
GM 6L80 automatic (2015)8-speed Hydra-Matic 10L80 automatic (2018–2020) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 116.0 in (2,946 mm) 130.0 in (3,302 mm) (ESV) |
Length | 202.5 in (5,144 mm) 224.3 in (5,697 mm) (ESV) |
Width | 80.5 in (2,045 mm) |
Height | SWB: 74.4 in (1,890 mm) ESV:74.0 in (1,880 mm) |
On October 7, 2013, Cadillac unveiled the fourth generation Escalade and Escalade ESV at a star-studded event in New York City, just nearly a month after GM unveiled their next-generation SUVs from Chevrolet and GMC. Cadillac began its campaign to promote the Escalade on August 14, 2013,[18] and started posting teasers online on September 23, 2013, with help from the photographer Autumn de Wilde, who helped reveal more images ahead of the unveiling.[19] A YouTube page called "Escalade Reveal" was set up to showcase the videos along with the countdown to the unveiling. On November 25, 2013, Cadillac began spreading the word of mouth about the 2015 Escalade by placing a front facsimile cutout of the vehicle on display at Saks Fifth Avenue's New York City flagship store during its annual Christmas promotional campaign, which shows the SUV being frozen in wraps.[20]
Production on the 2015 Escalade began in January 2014 at GM's Arlington, Texas, assembly plant and went on sale in April 2014 as a 2015 model (with the MSRP starting at around $71,000 for standard-length, $74,000 for ESV), and available in only three trims: Base, Luxury, and Premium.[21][22] International sales were scheduled to start in the summer of 2014.[23] They are assigned to the GMT K2XX platform as K2XL. "The 2015 Escalade exterior light signature draws inspiration from a variety of sources, beginning with Cadillac’s heritage of vertical exterior lamps and extending into architecture," said Exterior Lighting Design Manager Martin Davis.[24]
The Escalade was planned to switch to the unibody Lambda platform but was quickly nixed because of customer aversion.[25][26] According to a report on Autoblog.com, GM had reissued a redesign on the GM full-size SUV lineup, including the Escalade, for a 2014 release in response to increased SUV sales, and was working on its full-size SUV replacements, which would see a possible change in the Escalade's SUV platform.[27] But in July 2013, a series of spy shots revealed that GM would keep the Escalade a body-on-frame SUV.[28] However, GM is looking at expanding the Escalade brand to the large CUV segment, which would see a vehicle using the Escalade badge sharing the same platform as the Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Acadia, which is in the planning stages.[29] According to VP Bob Ferguson, Cadillac's first three-row Escalade CUV could be introduced in 2016.[30] There is also a possibility that GM might export the Escalade to Australia as a right-hand drive vehicle as part of Cadillac's global expansion, as GM has begun to import its North American vehicles to its Holden division there after discontinuing the latter's locally produced models in 2017.[31]
The cargo space was reduced from 109.8 in (2,789 mm) to 94.2 in (2,393 mm) on the standard model and from 137.5 in (3,492 mm) to 120.5 in (3,061 mm) on the ESV in order to allow an additional 1.7 inches of headroom and 45.3 inches of legroom in the front while reducing the third-row legroom space from 25.6 in (650 mm) to 24.8 in (630 mm). GM's 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8, good for 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission (2015i models and beyond are 8-Speed Automatics), is the only engine offered, along with a new coil-over front suspension and five-link rear setup, a wider track, variable-assist electric power steering and Cadillac's
The 2015 Escalade lineup received an 8-speed transmission, surround view camera, and 4G LTE connectivity as part of a mid-year refresh, which also saw the wreaths on the grille disappear from the Escalade as part of Cadillac's plans to update the logo to emphasize the crest on all of its models.[33]
Updates
2016
For the 2016 model year, Cadillac made upgraded changes to the Escalade and Escalade ESV:[34]
- Four new colors are featured: Gray Silk Metallic, Red Passion Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat, Dark Emerald Metallic; both Crystal Red Tintcoat and White Diamond Tricoat were discontinued.
- Advanced Diagnostics added to the Cadillac Cue System, which also receive upgraded improvements; SD card slot was removed.
- An upgraded Driver Awareness Package that is available on all trims.
- IntelliBeam headlamps (all trims).
- Lane Keep Assist.
- Rear-seat DVD entertainment system, dual independent, LPO.
- Third-row comfort guides become a service part.
- A 12.3″ reconfigurable cluster change to the Normal Blue display.
- Cadillac crest loses the wreath design from the logo in the middle of the 2016 model year. Earlier-produced 2016 Escalade vehicles featured the wreath design.
- Platinum trim level reintroduced which is fully loaded with all the Escalade's optional features standard on this trim level plus DVD headrests as part of the rear-seat entertainment system besides the overhead DVD player unlike on other trim levels.
2017
For the 2017 model year, minor upgraded changes were made to the Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV:[35]
- The PRNDM indicator is modified to PRNDL.
- The 4WD control knob is modified with new lighting indicators.
- Two new colors, Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic and Bronze Dune Metallic, are added, with two (Dark Emerald, Majestic Plum) others deleted.
- An updated Cadillac Cue system combining both Collection and Teen Driver features.
- Addition of the Live-View rear-vision camera to the rearview mirror.
- The trims base levels were restructured to Standard, Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Platinum.
- New Radiant Package added.
- Rear seat reminder added.
- Rear-seat entertainment switched from RCA to HDMI input.
- Front grille and headlights have been refreshed.
2018
Changes were made to the 2018 Escalade and Escalade ESV:[36]
- Satin Steel Metallic is added as a new color, replacing both Silver Coast Metallic and Amethyst Metallic.
- Shale/Jet Black (all trims) and Maple Sugar/Jet Black (Platinum only) are the new combined interior options, replacing Shale/Cocoa and Tuscan Brown.
- The entire console center is modified, along with the cup holders and a new seat memory system.
- A new 10-speed transmission is added, replacing the 8-speed transmission.
2019
Minor changes that were made for the 2019 Escalade/ESV are:[37]
- Manhattan Noir Metallic and Shadow Metallic colors are introduced, replacing the Midnight Sky Metallic and Dark Granite Metallic colors.
- Logo Light added to hands free liftgate.
- New Sport Package added as an available option on Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Platinum trim levels.
2020
The 2020 Escalade would be the final model year for the fourth-generation version, as it would be sold during its shortened period. The only changes made were the deletion of the Manhattan Noir Metallic and Bronze Dune Metallic colors and the addition of the Dark Mocha Metallic color. The dealer-ordered Escalade Noir package was also eliminated after being offered for only a year.
GM had proposed a facelift for the 2020 model that would have featured a grille resembling that of the Cadillac XT6, but the proposal was scrapped in favor of the next-generation model that would debut for the 2021 model year.[38]
Hennessey HPE550
In 2014, Hennessey Performance Engineering offered a HPE550 supercharger upgrade to fourth generation Escalade customers, which included a belt-driven supercharger, air-to-water intercooler, recalibrated engine management software and a three-year/36,000 mile powertrain warranty, a 6 psi (0.4 bar) boost that will increase the 6.2L engine's performance to 557 hp (415 kW; 565 PS) and 542 lb⋅ft (735 N⋅m) of torque, and 20-inch lightweight H10 forged Monoblock wheels, to further improve performance. The upgrades, once they are ordered by customers, have a set price of $15,950.[39]
International version
In July 2015, GM reached a deal with Unison SP ZAO in Minsk, Belarus, to build and assemble the Escalade and Escalade ESV for the Russian and CIS markets. This version was similar to the Chevrolet Tahoe, featuring the 6.2L V8 EcoTec3 engine and the Tahoe's semi-CKD assembled designs; the ESV also marked the first time an extended-length base model had been offered in this region. It was available in 4WD models only and caried a MSRP of 4.34 million rubles (US$76,984) for standard-size and 4.59 million rubles (US$81,383) for ESV.[40]
Critical reception
The reviews for the fourth generation Escalade's redesign have been met with positive results from automotive critics. USA Today's James R. Healey and Fred Meier noted that "The once-unthinkable big Cadillac SUV has become indispensable."[41] CNET's Antuan Goodwin notes that "Fans of the Escalade will appreciate the automaker's sticking with the original message and not "ruining" its former flagship, but if you already think the giant luxury SUV is a relic of the past, there's nothing in the 2015 Escalade that will convince you that it's anything but an old dog that's learned a few cool new tricks."[42] Carscoops noted that "It may have impressed us more if a) it had shown the Escalade first instead of last, after the Chevrolet and GMC models or b) if the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL simply did not exist…" and added that Cadillac has won their attention with the redesign.[43] Scott Burgess of Motor Trend summed up the redesign in its headline, saying its "It's bigger, it's bolder and it's more beautiful."[44] Bill Visnic of Edmunds concluded in his review that "With subtle, new sheet metal refreshingly free of styling gimmicks, Cadillac's looking to the 2015 Escalade's all-new and upgraded interior to help it retain its role as the benchmark of bling SUVs."[45] The vehicle received a positive review by Autoblog contributor Michael Hartley, who took a road trip with a standard 4WD full-size trim from Los Angeles to Monterey, California. Although Hartley was skeptical at first, he came away impressed: "A 600-mile trip in the Escalade left me convinced that it has the features, build quality and driving dynamics to strike new fear in the segment."[46] Bloomberg News, in its March 27, 2015 review, cited the Escalade as one of the best American-built SUVs ever made, adding that when comparing it to its foreign competitors, "It's the best we make."[47]
GM recently hired Infiniti's Johan de Nysschen to serve as Cadillac president and help revitalize the brand. June 2014 shipments showed Cadillac down a few percent for the year; however, the Escalade was among the biggest winners with a 74 percent sales jump and was one of Cadillac's best sellers the following July. As of March 2015, both standard and ESV Escalades had contributed to massive sales with the full-size Escalade seeing a 117% increase and the ESV soaring to 114% overall.[48]
On August 20, 2014, Automotive News and Autoblog began reporting that Cadillac dealers have been waiting three times longer than usual—a month or more—from the time an Escalade leaves the assembly line to when it gets delivered, saying they do not always know where their vehicles are in transit, or when they are set to arrive, upsetting customers who have put down deposits, leading to Cadillac dealerships to reportedly stop taking pre-orders. Even customers who placed orders as far as February 2014 are still waiting for the vehicles according to the dealerships' owners. Cadillac blames the delays on two weeks of "dwell time," citing "a lengthy quality-assurance process on some interior parts" that caused the lag, as well as additional issues with figuring out which vehicles should be delivered first. Despite the setback, Cadillac does plan to correct the issues with adding more employees and speed up production at the Arlington plant.[49]
On March 16, 2016, Consumer Reports named the 2016 Escalade the worst large luxury SUV in its annual rankings, with an overall score of 44. Most of the criticism came from its room space, second-row seating, the CUE media system, stopping, stiff road handling, and its redesign, calling it the worst in class.[50][51]
Recalls
In May 2014, GM recalled 1,402 units of the 2015 Escalade and Escalade ESV that were built between January 2014 to May 2014 because of "an insufficiently heated plastic weld that attaches the (front) passenger side air bag to the instrument panel assembly could result in a partial deployment of the air bag in the event of a crash." GM also placed a temporary halt on further sales and informed owners of the affected vehicles to not let passengers sit in the front passenger seat until they are replaced.[52]
Fifth generation (2021)
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Curb weight | 5,635–5,823 lb (2,556–2,641 kg) 5,785–5,993 lb (2,624–2,718 kg) (ESV) |
The fifth-generation Escalade debuted on February 4, 2020,[56] in Beverly Hills, California, for the 2021 model year, with sales commencing in the fall of 2020.[57] Although production of the 2021 Escalade was pushed back as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, GM had the vehicle scheduled to hit dealerships as planned.[58] Dealers started taking pre-orders on April 23, 2020.[59] To hype up the Escalade, Cadillac launched a 3D visualizer showcasing the vehicle. This visualizer lets the user interact with the Escalade and Escalade ESV by turning on the lights, changing the color, changing the rims, and looking at the interior.
The fifth-generation Escalade is built on the GMT1XX platform,[60] sharing it with the Chevrolet Tahoe/GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Suburban/GMC Yukon XL, and have a front grille design similar to the one used on Cadillac's XT crossovers. This new platform gives the Escalade and its stable mates independent rear suspension, a first for the model. This changes also allows the vehicle to increase its passenger and cargo space due to the more efficient design.[61]
In December 2019, Cadillac unveiled a teaser video that featured a 38-inch curved OLED screen dashboard that displayed the Cadillac crest (on the driver's side) and “Escalade” name (across the passenger side), making this version the most unique in the Cadillac roster. This enabled Cadillac to boast of its "industry-first curved OLED screen technology" with "twice the pixel density of a 4K television." Augmented reality–enabled navigation was also introduced as a new feature available on the Escalade.[61] On January 28, 2020, Cadillac introduced the "Super Cruise" feature, allowing for hands-free self-driving.[62] This was followed by on January 31, 2020, of the addition of the turbodiesel 3.0L LM2 inline six-cylinder Duramax engine as a no-charge option, badged as "600D" in line with the automaker's new naming convention.[63] The Escalade is the first diesel-powered Cadillac offered in North America since the 1985 DeVille and Fleetwood, which were available with an Oldsmobile-developed 4.3L V6. On the outside, it is longer than the previous Escalade and has more passenger room (particularly for the second- and third-row occupants) and cargo space.[64]
There are five-level trims available on the fifth generation Escalade: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, and Sport Platinum. The interior choices consist of eight trim options and four seating designs. The AKG audio technology system is new, featuring 36 speakers throughout the cabin.
In November 2020, General Motors announced that the 5th gen Cadillac Escalade will be offered in Japan from 2021.[65] It is available in standard length, two trim levels (Sport Platinum and Premium Luxury Platinum).[65][66]
Critical reception
The Escalade released to positive reviews praising it for its new independent suspension platform creating a better packaged and riding vehicle than before, class leading cabin technology, and use of better materials throughout the cabin. The new Diesel engine also received good press as well, being cited for its great fuel economy compared to the standard V8 and other competition in its class.
Automotive YouTuber Throttle House said in their review that the Escalade had "the best luxury infotainment on the market." with Savagegesse calling it both an impressive vehicle for its class and marked improvement from the previous generation.[67][68] In the press, Car and Driver praised it for its high-tech self driving program and impressive display in addition to the available diesel that tested at 27 mpg on the highway.[69] Motor trend additionally had positive comments on the Escalade especially the cabin. They describe the optional 36-speaker AKG sound system as "among the best car audio systems on the market, period" for its lifelike sound.[70] Despite the positive comments, it came in second place in a comparison test released shortly after the release of the 2021 model.[71]
Andrew J. Hawkins, writing for The Verge, described driving the Escalade as "one of the most stressful driving experiences I've ever had," criticizing its excessive size and the hazard it poses to pedestrians and other road users.[72]
Escalade ESV
The 2021 Escalade ESV debuted online in April 2020, but its physical unveiling, including one scheduled for the New York International Auto Show was cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic.[73] It featured a unique fascia along with the passenger doors and wider exhaust pipes.[74] In November 2020, GM announced that their large SUV lineup would be imported to China. The Escalade ESV was to mark its maiden entry into the country, starting with the fifth-generation models, but GM cancelled those plans in February 2021, citing the difficulty of having an import sold alongside its Chinese-built offerings, the makeup of the facilities that would be required to assemble the full-size SUVs, and concerns that the full-size SUVs would not be able to comply with the stringent emission standards imposed by the Government of China.[75]
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2021 Escalade ESV Premium front
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Escalade ESV Premium rear
Escalade-V
Cadillac launched the performance version of the Escalade in 2022, called the Escalade-V. The Escalade-V is the largest performance SUV in the American market. It uses a 6.2-liter V8 supercharged engine. With an output of 682 horsepower (509 kW; 691 PS) and a 653 lb⋅ft (885 N⋅m) of torque, it is equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and acceleration from 0 to 60 miles per hour (0 to 97 km/h) takes only 4.4 seconds. The suggested price starts at $149,990.[76] The V is also offered in the longer-wheelbase ESV model.
Cadillac Escalade IQ
Cadillac Escalade IQ | |
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Overview | |
Production | 2024 (to commence) |
Ultium Drive" permanent magnet motors | |
Power output |
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Battery | 24 module: >200 kWh (total/usable) "Ultium" lithium-ion, typically 400 V with ability to switch to 800 V when charging[77] |
Electric range | 450 mi (720 km) (est)[77] |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 136.2 in (3,459 mm)[77] |
Length | 224.3 in (5,697 mm)[77] |
Width | 85.3 in (2,167 mm)[77] |
Height | 76.1 in (1,933 mm)[77] |
GM announced that it was developing the Cadillac Escalade IQ in May 2023 as a
The Escalade IQ is based on GM's Ultium technology, sharing batteries, motors, and other components with the GMC Hummer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, and Cruise Origin. The 24-module battery has a storage capacity of more than 200 kW-hr, giving it a claimed estimated driving range of 450 mi (720 km).[82] Peak charging rate is 350 kW using an 800 V DC source; there is an onboard AC charger with a maximum input capacity of 19.2 kW.[83]
At launch, the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive Escalade IQ will be equipped with two output modes: the standard output mode peaks at a combined 680 hp (510 kW; 690 PS) and 615 lb⋅ft (834 N⋅m) of torque, while "Velocity Max" increases output to 750 hp (560 kW; 760 PS) and 785 lb⋅ft (1,064 N⋅m) of torque.[84] The rear wheels are linked to the steering wheel, turning up to 10 degrees either opposite (at low speeds) or in the same direction as the front wheels (at highway speeds) and permitting diagonal travel similar to the Hummer EV's "crabwalk" mode.[77]
Cadillac Escalade EXT
2002–2006
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Curb weight 5,800 lb (2,631 kg) | | |
Chronology | ||
Predecessor | GMC Sierra C3 |
The Escalade EXT
2007–2013
Second generation | ||
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Curb weight | 5,840 lb (2,649 kg) |
The EXT models were discontinued after the 2013 model year along with the Avalanche. According to
Platinum
MY04: Cadillac released its first version of the Platinum Escalade. It was only available in the ESV model. It had such features as heated and ventilated seats (front and back), heated and ventilated cup holders, special 20" wheels, special leathers and interior design, extra labeling, and
MY08: Cadillac offered the Platinum Edition on its redesigned Escalade and Escalade ESV models. It includes such features as a unique front fascia and grille, heated and cooled cup holders, limited-edition 22" wheels, additional chrome pieces and accents, two additional DVD monitors (located in the headrests of each front seat), special hand-stitched leather, real aluminum interior accents, Advanced Magnetic Ride Control system, genuine olive ash and burled walnut wood interior trim, and LED headlamps.
MY09: An Escalade hybrid model was new for 2009.
MY12: The Escalade had a mid-cycle refresh on Platinum trim with dual exhaust and more color options including White Diamond, which was an optional feature on Base, Luxury, and Premium, but the color was standard free of charge on Platinum edition Escalades.
MY15: The Platinum Escalade went on sale in fall of 2014 with a base MSRP at $90k, a price jump to $9k more than the 2014 Escalade Platinum price. The all-new 2015 Platinum Escalade features Cadillac's all-new emblem, more innovations with Nappa, semi-aniline massaging front seats, and either a choice of Tuscan (beige) or Black leather seating surfaces, and the Platinum Escalade comes with every available feature that the Premium trim has, plus: a suede microfiber headliner, its own unique grille and 22" wheels, 7-inch LCD screens in the headrests, a 9-inch screen in the center, and an icebox in the center console.
U.S. sales
Cadillac discontinued tracking the sales of the Escalade ESV in the United States in 2018, as GM combines the sales of both full-size and ESV versions from the 2018 model year onward.[86]
Calendar year | Escalade | EXT | ESV | Total U.S. sales |
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1998[87] | 3,089 | — | — | 3,089 |
1999 | 23,897 | 23,897 | ||
2000[88] | 23,346 | 23,346 | ||
2001 | 31,270 | 546 | 31,816 | |
2002[89] | 36,114 | 13,494 | 36 | 49,644 |
2003 | 35,621 | 11,256 | 12,866 | 59,743 |
2004[90] | 36,994 | 9,638 | 15,618 | 62,250 |
2005 | 29,876 | 7,766 | 13,502 | 51,144 |
2006[91] | 39,017 | 7,019 | 16,170 | 62,206 |
2007 | 36,654 | 7,967 | 16,370 | 60,991 |
2008[92] | 23,947 | 4,709 | 11,054 | 39,710 |
2009[93] | 16,873 | 2,423 | 6,588 | 25,884 |
2010[94] | 16,118 | 2,082 | 8,674 | 26,874 |
2011[95] | 15,079 | 2,036 | 8,388 | 25,503 |
2012[96] | 12,615 | 1,934 | 8,083 | 22,632 |
2013[97] | 12,592 | 1,972 | 7,950 | 22,514 |
2014[98] | 19,482 | 53 | 10,987 | 30,522 |
2015[99] | 21,230 | — | 14,691 | 35,921 |
2016[100] | 23,604 | 15,488 | 39,092 | |
2017[101] | 22,994 | 14,700 | 37,694 | |
2018[102] | 33,796 | 3,076 | 36,872 | |
2019[103] | 35,424 | — | 35,424 | |
2020[104] | 24,547 | 24,547 | ||
2021[105] | 40,505 | 40,505 | ||
2022[106] | 40,247 | 40,247 | ||
2023[107] | 41,689 | 41,689 |
Popular culture
The second generation proved to be popular amongst numerous celebrities, being owned by numerous athletes, rappers, musicians, and actors. the vehicle was frequently featured in music videos from artists such as
In 2021, filmmaker Spike Lee was hired to create a short film which introduced the 2021 version.[111]
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