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Pricing | $74,695 - $85,795 |
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Drive Types | RWD, 4WD |
Engines | 6.2l V8 |
Transmissions | A6 |
Fuel Economy | 14-15 (city), 20-21 (highway) |
In 1999, GM slapped a Cadillac face on its popular Tahoe/Suburban/Yukon SUVs, creating an ostentatious status symbol in the long tradition of Cadillac. Now in its fourth generation, the Escalade includes a standard 6.2l V8 engine and upgraded interior to help justify a $20,000 price premium over its corporate siblings. Like the Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Yukon XL, the Escalade ESV is a longer wheelbase version of the GMs full-size SUVS adding some 14 inches in length. The added length improves the usability of both the 3rd row seat and the cargo area. Although full-size SUVs have become popular as family haulers, their only real advantage is tow ratings of over 7500 lbs. Full-size SUVs with truck underpinnings are robbed of interior space with the body mounted over the frame. Most buyers would be better served with a crossover SUV such as the GMC Acadia. Many offer similar legroom with improved cargo capacity and fuel efficiency for less money.
The latest Escalade wears new styling on a body that is longer and wider. Power in the 6.2l V8 engine has increased to 420-bhp.
Model/Trim/Package | Engine | Original MSRP | ||
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Escalade ESV Standard | 6.2l V8 (420-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $74,695 |
Escalade ESV Luxury | 6.2l V8 (420-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $78,695 |
Escalade ESV Premium | 6.2l V8 (420-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $83,195 |
Escalade ESV Standard | 6.2l V8 (420-bhp) | A6 | 4WD | $77,295 |
Escalade ESV Luxury | 6.2l V8 (420-bhp) | A6 | 4WD | $81,295 |
Escalade ESV Premium | 6.2l V8 (420-bhp) | A6 | 4WD | $85,795 |