The Cadillac Escalade is an impressive vehicle in more ways than looks. It drives like a smaller vehicle while accommodating adults in unbridled luxury. It offers one of the segment's most powerful engines, which will make it a great vehicle for drivers who tow or simply like the feeling of strong acceleration. As long as one has enough space in the driveway or garage for this big truck, and can afford its thirst for gasoline, we expect the Escalade will make many drivers very comfortable and happy for the long haul.
403-hp 6.2-liter ohv V8; 322-hp 6.0-liter ohv V8 with Hybrid system
Transmissions:
6-speed automatic with manual shift control
Safety equipment (standard):
dual front air bags, three-row side-curtain air bags, side-impact airbags for outboard front seats, anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes with EBD and Brake Assist, StabiliTrak stability control with rollover mitigation, tire-pressure monitors
Safety equipment (optional):
rearview camera; all-wheel drive; Side Blind Zone Alert
leather upholstery, three-zone climate control, driver memory, leather-wrapped steering wheel with genuine wood trim, navigation, rear-view camera, power windows/locks/heated mirrors, fog lamps, Bose 5.1 Surround Sound audio system with AM/FM/XM/6CD, power-adjustable pedals, remote vehicle starting, 50/50 split third-row seat, heated first and second-row seats, rear park assist, Bluetooth, HID headlamps, running boards, receiver hitch
Options as tested (MSRP):
Luxury Package ($6,115) includes IntelliBeam headlamps, heated steering wheel, moonroof, 22-inch wheels, Magnetic Ride Control, Side Blind Zone Alert, power-fold second-row seats; DVD entertainment system ($1,295); engine block heater ($75)
Destination charge:
($950)
Gas guzzler tax:
N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):
$73,190
Layout:
all-wheel drive
Engine:
6.2-liter ohv 16-valve V8
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
403 @ 5700
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
417 @ 4300
Transmission:
6-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
12/19 mpg
Wheelbase:
116.0 in.
Length/width/height:
202.5/79.0/74.3 in.
Track, f/r:
68.2/67.0 in.
Turning circle:
39.0 ft.
Seating capacity:
6
Head/hip/leg room, f:
40.3/64.4/41.3 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:
38.5/60.6/39.0 in.
Head/hip/leg room, r:
38.2/49.1/25.4 in.
Cargo volume:
108.9 cu. ft.
Payload:
N/A
Towing capacity:
8100 Lbs.
Suspension, f:
independent, coil springs, anti-roll bar, magneto-rheological shock absorbers
Suspension, r:
live axle, coil springs, anti-roll bar, magneto-rheological shock absorbers
Ground clearance:
9.0 in.
Curb weight:
5691 lbs.
Tires:
P285/45R22
Brakes, f/r:
vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist
Fuel capacity:
26.0 gal.
Unless otherwise indicated, specifications refer to test vehicle.
All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) effective as of February 18, 2009.
Prices do not include manufacturer's destination and delivery charges.
N/A: Information not available or not applicable.
Manufacturer Info Sources:
800-333-4CAD -
www.cadillac.com
