Over the years Cadillac has effective extensive renovations to compete with its European luxury car counterparts.
Concessions were made in many of their models weight and appearance, taking on a more sporty design.
An exception to this has been with the Escalade. The 2015 Cadillac Escalade retains its size and boxy profile, loved by its legion of followers which will be available in the summer of 2014.
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: Coupe | Base Price: $67,970* |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: 26 gals (98 L) | Miles Per Gallon: 14 city / 18 hwy |
| Length: 202.5 in. (514.3 cm) | Wheel Base: 116 in. (294.6 cm) |
| Height: 75.9 in. (192.8 cm) | Width: 79 in. (200.7 cm) |
| Curb Weight: 5527 lbs (2507 kg) | Ground Clearance: 9.3 in. (23.6 cm) |
| Cargo Capacity: 108.9 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 7 people |
| Engine: Vortec® V8 VVT | Displacement: 6.2 Liter |
| Horsepower: 403 HP | Max RPM: 5700 RPM |
| Torque: 417 lb-ft @4300 rpm | Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic |
* 2014 Luxury RWD
Engine & Performance
The 2015 Escalade comes with a 6.2 liter, EcoTec3 V8 that generates 420 horsepower. The fuel efficiency rating has been aided by cylinder deactivation technology, direct injection and continuous variable valve timing.
It will be mated with a 6 speed automatic transmission.
Exterior
The new Escalade will be offered in two trim levels, a standard version and the ESV. The main difference will be a 14 inch extension of the wheelbase of the ESV, affording passengers more leg room in the second and third row seating. Cargo area capacity have also been increased.
The front of the Escalade is all grille. The Cadillac emblem rests prominently at the center. The headlamps consist of 5 vertical LED’s on each side that extend upward onto the cars top front fenders.
Even with its truck-like side view, the aerodynamics on the Escalade has improved for the 2015 model. This improvement will be realized in fuel efficiency and a quieter ride at higher speeds. Twenty inch wheels are standard.
The rear features thin, vertical LED taillights that begin from the middle of the tailgate and extend upwards to the cars roof. A large third brake display rests in the center of the rear top immediately above the back window.
A smaller Cadillac logo adorns the top of the tailgate and “Escalade” is displayed on the lower driver’s side just above the rear bumper. The power lift gate will open and close automatically with a light kick beneath the bumper.
Interior
Inside the 2015 Escalade, the instrumentation panel has 12 inch LCD gauges, some of which are customizable. On top of the wide center console is an 8″ infotainment and navigation display.
As you would expect from a Cadillac the interior is, simply put, luxurious with both 6 and 7 seat configurations available.
