Cadillac Escalade- This is a rather big off-road car from GM. This novelty was presented in the fall of 2013 at a specialized dealer conference in New York City. With the onset of the new spring of 2014, the Cadillac Escalade 4 was officially presented to the whole world.
The Russian Federation saw the presentation of an American full-size luxury SUV in the last month of the summer of 2014 - in August, at the international car exhibition in Moscow. With the beginning of the new, 2015th year, the GM plant in St. Petersburg began to produce the new Escalade of the 4th generation, and it will be available for purchase from the spring of this year. The entire range of Cadillac
Exterior
Before the American design team, along with automotive artists, began their work, they were given the goal of producing an exterior that was modern and stylish. Cadillac Escalade 4th generation was able to keep the already familiar appearance, when compared with the previous model, however, he got a brand new “clothing”, which was woven from chopped shapes and edges that have a sharp look.
The off-road car looks quite impressive and spectacular, and its premium qualities are emphasized by the presence of a considerable number of chrome parts and essential design performance.
The nose of an American luxury SUV, which was crowned with an “advanced” grille big size with shutters that can be closed. In addition to this, the front optical, equipped with LED filling and a bumper that looks like a full-fledged sculpture, looks elegant. The front bumper houses a small air intake and corners of the foglights.
Under the grille of the Cadillac Escalade 2019, engineers installed a neat air intake that emphasizes the power of the bumper. The front-facing headlights look like chunks of rock crystal and accentuate their own LED lenses and Cadillac-badged lamps.
Interestingly, the LED lighting system provides the American novelty with a complete set of absolutely all lamps. Even the illumination of the handles located on the Premium Collection doors is LED.
If you look at the American from the side, you get the feeling that the jeep was carved from a single piece of rock - that's how impressive it is. The appearance of the fourth-generation Cadillac Escalade, which can no doubt be called solid, was designed with a high and flat roof, rather big doors on the sides, stampings on the wheel arches and 22-inch alloy wheels. Height ground clearance decreased and is 205 millimeters. The side doors are equipped with a chrome strip, emphasizing the prestige of the brand.
The truly majestic rear end of the luxury Jeep is fraught with LED lights that are shaped like a lightsaber, as well as an athletic rear bumper. The presence of LED lighting system, gives the car modernity and elegance. The company's specialists slightly changed the shape of the tailgate. Interestingly, the rear bumper has become smaller when compared with the previous generation. For this reason, the exhaust linings were installed already under it.
Interior
The cabin of the fourth Cadillac Escalade family fully fits the look - it is modern, presentable and luxurious. The large four-spoke steering wheel looks beautiful and functional. In addition to the nameplate of the automobile company, it houses the keys for controlling the music system, cruise control, and also the trip computer.
The dashboard appears before us in the form of a 12.3-inch graphic screen, on which one of 4 options for the electronic dashboard can be displayed. The “tidy” itself has acquired smoother and more stylish lines. The appearance of the dashboard smoothly shimmers with other Cadillac cars and blends perfectly into the luxury class. off-road vehicle. If earlier the Start / Stop button was located under the steering wheel, which caused a certain kind of inconvenience, now the engineers have placed it right under the driver's hand.
The centrally located console has a chrome frame and is decorated with a rather large 8-inch color screen of the CUE multimedia system, a unique climate control unit and massive custom-shaped ventilation system deflectors. There is no handle for shifting the gearbox between the front seats - it is located on the steering column, as in previous generations. Instead, the specialists installed a comfortable armrest equipped with the ability to cool drinks.
It's nice that a lot of modern security services have been installed in the list of the car, such as a central airbag, the presence of adaptive cruise control, and lane monitoring functions. There are also services designed to warn of a possible collision and stop the car in automatic mode at no high speed.
Moreover, a reinforced security system with satellite tracking was developed for the 4th generation Cadillac Escalade. In general, everything that is inside American SUV luxury class, literally saturated with luxury and comfort. This is partly due to the use of premium finishing materials, such as leather, premium plastic, carpet, wood and metal inserts.
The entire interior is assembled by hand, which increases the high degree of workmanship with meticulously fitted parts and verified gaps between panels. Front-mounted seats good level comfort and designed for people of any build. Also pleased with the presence of electrical adjustments in 12 directions, which makes it possible to choose the most optimal fit.
But it is worth noting that the lateral support is not well developed here, and the leather upholstery of the seat adds slip. In order to increase the level of comfort for the driver and sitting next to him, the front passenger, the presence of center armrest, adjustment memory, heating and ventilation function.
On the second row, our attention is presented to a pair of seats that are separate from each other, with a flat layout, a heating option and its own climate control system. Optionally, you can order a sofa designed for three passengers, however, in any case, free space more than enough.
Despite the fact that the back row is designed for three passengers, maximum comfort for them will be available only when choosing a variation with an extended wheelbase ESV. At basic configuration, tall people will miss a little, especially in the legs. Three rows of seats provide the American with an additional 430 liters of free space in the luggage compartment.
The "stretched" version already provides 1,113 liters of usable space. The third row can be folded electrically, resulting in 1,461 and 2,172 liters of free space, respectively. If it is necessary to transport large or heavy loads, it is possible to transform all two rear rows of seats, which ultimately brings the amount of free space to 2,667 liters in the basic configuration and 3,424 liters in the ESV version.
As a result, if the exterior has undergone only a partial change, then the interior of the American jeep has changed significantly. The “hold” part of the American off-road car has the correct shape and high-quality finish. All modifications have a full-fledged spare wheel with a diameter of 17 inches. Responsible for comfort inside the car:
- Power steering;
- Steering wheel adjustment in one plane;
- Rain sensor;
- Remote trunk opening;
- Power windows;
- Power mirrors;
- Driver's seat adjustment;
- Passenger seat adjustment;
- Air conditioner;
- Heated mirrors;
- Seat heating;
- On-board computer;
- Navigation system;
- subwoofer;
- Acoustic system.
Specifications
Power point
The American luxury SUV Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a V8 naturally aspirated EcoTec3 power unit with a displacement of 6.2 liters. The motor was equipped with an adaptive technology for managing the fuel supply Active Fuel Management, which, at low load, “turns off” the remaining four cylinders.
Variable valve timing and direct fuel injection are also present. If we talk about power, then this power unit develops 409 horsepower. The V-8 is synchronized with a Hydra-Matic 6L80 6-speed automatic transmission, where it is possible to tow a trailer and connect four-wheel drive, which in turn has three modes of operation: 2H, 4Auto and 4H.
Transmission
The all-wheel drive transmission is equipped with a 2-speed transfer case and an automatic locking of the cross-axle differential, which is located at the rear. Therefore, using such a powerful engine and a "universal" gearbox, a heavy American car reaches 100 km / h in just 6.8 seconds, and its top speed is 170 km / h (no matter what version).
Speaking of fuel consumption, then according to the statements car manufacturer, Cadillac Escalade 4th generation consumes about 18 liters of gasoline in urban mode, and in the countryside - 10.3 liters per 100 km. frame luxury car was built on the basis of K2XX, and its total weight is from 2,649 to 2,739 kg, depending on which version.
In order to reduce its already considerable weight, it was decided to make a safety cage from high-strength aluminum alloys, and the hood and tailgate were completely made of aluminum.
Chassis
On the front axle you can see an independent suspension with twin A-arms, on rear axle – dependent suspension with a continuous bridge, which is suspended on 5 levers. From the factory, on the Cadillac Escalade, you can see the presence of Magnetic Ride Control adaptive shock absorbers, which in turn are electronically controlled.
With this function, the suspension stiffness in real time can adapt to the type of road surface. The steering wheel in the jeep is assisted by an electric power steering with variable effort, depending on what kind of ride is present. Disc wheels are installed on all wheels of the machine. braking devices with ventilation system, 4-channel ABS, vacuum booster and EBD and BAS technologies.
Dimensions
Impressive external view Cadillac Escalade 4th generation is supported by rather big body dimensions. The American is 5,179 mm long, 1,889 mm high and 2,044 mm wide.
The wheelbase is 2,946 mm, and the ground clearance is at a height of 205 mm. Even if that wasn't enough, there is a long-base ESV variant where an extra 518mm should be added to the length and 356mm to the wheelbase.
Security
The list of services designed to increase the safety of the off-road American luxury car Cadillac Escalade 4th generation includes the function automatic braking when driving at low speed, not only forward, but also in reverse, an impact warning system, a function that monitors the driving lane, a central airbag provided for the driver and a front passenger sitting next to it, and the presence of adaptive cruise control.
Separately, as an additional option, you can purchase the Luxury Collection function, where the car will be equipped with a different anti-theft system, the latest interior trim and a large number of security services: a blind spot monitoring system, a system that warns of a possible collision and lane departure.
Options and prices
The brand new modernized Cadillac Escalade of the 4th generation of 2016 in the Russian Federation will be estimated at 4,500,000 rubles. Moreover, Russian buyers will be offered a standard and extended wheelbase with three equipment levels: Luxury, Premium and Platinum.
The basic equipment includes 7 airbags, 3 zone climate control, LED headlights and taillights, adaptive suspension, leather interior trim, package active systems security, 16-speaker Bose premium music, CUE infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, full power package and 22-inch aluminum wheels.
The Premium modification in the minimum assembly will cost from 4,790,000 rubles, and the more expensive version of the Premium ESV will cost from 5,050,000 rubles. In addition to what was listed above, the equipment of more expensive trim levels includes the presence of the "Integrated Security" package, illumination of door handles with outside, a rear-seat entertainment system with a 9-inch flip-out screen and four sets of wireless headphones.
The top version "Platinum" is estimated at 5,950,000 for a standard base and 6,375,000 rubles for an extended one. In this version, in addition to the devices already mentioned above, there is a refrigerator built into the center console, the driver's seat has settings in 18 directions and has a massage option. You can also find the presence of automatic side steps and a pair of screens designed for 9 inches for rear passengers in the backs of the front seats.
tuning
SUVs Cadillac Escalade allocated a unique place in the line of vehicles of the well-known North American manufacturer. They have high level comfort and a sufficiently high cross-country ability. This and some other points make the car popular among car connoisseurs around the world.
And needless to say, in a limousine with off-road qualities it is this brand that moves the President of the United States of America. A luxury jeep even from the factory looks modern, stylish and assertive, but tuning the Cadillac Escalade will make your car more original.
Tuning of the power unit, brake system
By changing some of the technical characteristics of the American SUV, you can increase the power data, increase dynamic indicators and make the car safer. By reprogramming the ECU, you can increase the torque and maximum speed of the Cadillac Escalade.
And with the help of the installation of a sports brake system improve the safety of your vehicle. Of course, this does not mean that factory mechanisms do not work well or are of poor quality. The bottom line is that during normal driving style they are enough. However, judging by practice, during aggressive driving, upgrading the brake assembly reduces the likelihood of traffic accidents.
Tuning the inside
Thanks to changes in the interior of the SUV, not only the level of its comfort increases, but it is also transformed in aesthetic terms. For example, some owners order seats or a rear sofa from BMW or Mercedes-Benz. The entertainment unit is controlled not only with the help of a block on the central panel or steering wheel, but also thanks to a special joystick on the armrest.
Also, the owners of the Cadillac Escalade ESV install an access point in the cabin to have Internet (Wi-Fi). Others install coolers and bars or tables in the back front seats. Some decide to turn their cars into first-class VIP seats in the back row, like limousines. Tuning studios can perform such work, taking into account your preferences, but do not forget that this will cost a pretty penny.
Appearance tuning
Although the car looks almost perfect, especially the latest 4th generation, some decide on a small tuning of the exterior of the Cadillac Escalade. The first thing to think about is changing rims. You can choose forged, chrome or cast rollers. Also, external tuning involves tinting the headlights.
If this is not enough, you can pay attention to airbrushing, which emphasizes the individuality of your jeep, creating its unique style. Do not forget about the improvement of the musical part, by acoustic study of the cabin.
Comparison with competitors
Even in such an expensive and premium class, the American SUV has rivals. First of all, these are: Mercedes GLS-class GLS 400 4MATIC SE, Lexus LX 570 Standrart, Land Rover range rover 3.0 V6 S/C HSE, Infinity QX80 5.6 8STR AUTO, Lincoln Navigator Chevrolet Tahoe. Each car has its pros and cons.
There are slight differences in the cost of cars. The most acceptable option in terms of price would be Chevrolet Tahoe, however, the level of equipment, status and quality of finishing materials will also be lower than that of the same Cadillac Escalade.
The new SUV Cadillac Escalade 2016 differs in many ways from the previous generation, just look at the front. Let's talk about the equipment, the characteristics of new items, as well as the price.
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Any SUV, whether small or large, will attract attention. If we talk about Cadillac cars, you immediately remember cars with a powerful engine and high-quality interior. SUVs of this company are always popular. Escalade model has always been in demand and respected, the latest generation of an SUV is quite a lot different from its predecessor.
Appearance of the new Cadillac Escalade
Comparing the last two generations of the Cadillac Escalade, even a non-professional will say where the differences are, the classic style was changed to a modern design with good set functions. The first thing that catches your eye is the new LED optics with tightened ends on the side wings. I want to say right away that all the lighting devices in this SUV are made on the basis of LEDs. The front grille has become larger, instead of two chrome strips, three have been installed, in the center there is still the Cadillac emblem in the form of a shield.
At the bottom of the bumper, the same shape as the headlights, the designers installed fog lights with a chrome trim. In the middle, as in the previous generation, there is a small additional grille with a chrome insert. Generally front bumper the shape is the same as in the previous Cadillac Escalade. A chrome strip accentuates the entire front of the hood. The hood itself has changed shape, in the previous configuration it was docked with the wings, in the new Escalade it lies on top of the wings.
The side wings have changed their shape, curved shapes in the form of optics emphasize the new Cadillac Escalade along its entire length. Also on the front fenders, the ventilation inserts, referred to in the options list as side vents, have disappeared. Modern door handles with door closers, chrome-plated on top. The front and rear doors of the Cadillac Escalade have chrome strips, which are wider and more prominent than the previous version.
But still there is a difference, if you look closely at the back door, you can see that the glass was divided by adding a glass insert. That is, the rear door glass is not fully movable, which cannot be said about the previous Cadillac Escalade, where the glass was solid and without inserts.
The rear of the new Cadillac Escalade has gone through changes, but not on a large scale. The principle of opening the trunk lid remains the same, but its shape has changed slightly. In the lower part, the curved shapes remained only on the sides, in the middle they simply do not exist. In the center under the glass is the company's emblem, with a rim in the form of an inverted hoop, but the base is not convex, but rather depressed with a chrome strip on top. The rear optics has changed shape. small rear optics replaced by a long one, from the bumper to the roof, capturing the entire rear pillars of the Cadillac Escalade. The upper part is decorated with a wing with a stop repeater.
The rear bumper of the new Cadillac changed its shape, became a little narrower and at the same time the inserts under exhaust pipes. The designers decided to bring them under the bumper, covering as many details as possible with the bumper. At the very bottom you can see long, red foglights. As in the previous generation, a full-fledged spare was hidden behind the bottom of the SUV.
The new Cadillac Escalade, like the previous one, is divided into a regular and ESV version, with an extended base. The dimensions of a regular Cadillac Escalade are:
- length 5179 mm;
- width 2044 mm;
- height 1889 mm;
- wheelbase 2946 mm.;
As for the characteristics of the Cadillac Escalade ESV, the data is different. So the parameters of the SUV are:
- length 5697 mm;
- width 2045 mm;
- height 1880 mm;
- wheelbase 3302 mm.;
- front wheelbase width 1745 mm;
- wheelbase width behind 1744 mm.
As you can see, depending on the purpose for which the Cadillac Escalade will be in the family, you can choose a long or short base. With additions to the exterior, the presence of side steps can be noted. Acoustic insulation of the windshield and front door windows will improve the comfort of movement. Factory tinting is also available, which complies with all possible tinting standards, this is a huge plus in front of the laws.
Power tailgate Cadillac Escalade will allow you to open and close without touching the car. The side mirrors are equipped with the function of electric drive, folding and heating. Pleasant is the LED illumination of the landing and landing zone, very convenient in bad weather conditions. Optional alloy wheels you can choose others. Windshield wipers with a rain sensor that will automatically work when moisture enters the glass.
The roof of the Escalade SUV will be made with stiffeners, a power sunroof will be installed for the basic configurations, and a panoramic roof for the maximum configurations.
Regarding body colors, the Cadillac Escalade will be available in:
- silver;
- purple;
- Red;
- silver platinum;
- dark grey;
- bronze;
- White;
- the black;
- light grey.
The inner world of the new Cadillac Escalade
If, on the outside, the designers changed something in the shape of the body, and left something the same, then in the interior of the Cadillac Escalade there were cardinal changes. Just look at the front panel previous generation Escalade and new generation. They are completely different, both in individual details and in general the entire interior. The interior has curved inserts, the buttons are also curved, both on the steering wheel and on the doors, the shapes are stretched and twisted. This again suggests that the interior design was not recycled, but was drawn from scratch.
The center console has completely changed its shape. Instead of strict forms, they turned out to be smooth and rounded. The front panel has become more streamlined and tilted towards the hood. In the center of the panel is an 8" touchscreen display with a multimedia system. At the request of the driver, the system can be Apple Carplay or Android Auto. System control buttons are located on the sides of the display Cadillac security Escalade. An example is the system automatic parking, vehicle stabilization, pedal adjustment with memory function or system all-round view.
Here, next to the display, there are holes for air supply, with chrome trim. In comparison with the previous generation, where the shape was strict and chopped, in the new one the holes became smooth rounded. Under the display is a three-zone climate control control panel. It is worth noting that in the new Cadillac Escalade, climate control can be individually adjusted for the driver, front passenger and separately for each back row seats. Previously, the central panel was rough, with regular buttons in a row, but now it is rather a work of art. Smooth shapes, pleasant to the touch, will easily help you switch the temperature or heated seats. Some buttons, like choosing the direction of air supply in the seats, are touch-sensitive.
On the driver's side, there is a Start / Stop engine button, in addition, there is an adaptive function remote start engine. In the previous configuration of the Cadillac Escalade, the button was hidden behind the wheel, which was inconvenient, each time turning on or stopping the engine. Going lower, the designers have arranged compartments for storing various small items and auxiliary parts. An example would be a set of charge from the mains 220V, 12V or from USB, there are three of them in front. The other compartment provides wireless charging and storage of small items.
The absence of a gear lever made it possible to install an overall armrest with the function of cooling drinks and other products. Around the perimeter of the Cadillac Escalade will be located 16 speakers, and the Bose noise reduction system will come to the rescue. The front seats are comfortable, with lateral flow, the second row has separate seats, like the front ones with armrests, while the third row is solid with two headrests.
A lot of interesting can be considered the instrument panel. Cadillac decided to keep up with the times and introduced a large 12.3 "color display instead of analog instruments into the new Escalade. Depending on the taste of the driver, the instrument panel can be adjusted to your taste and the location of the instruments. In the center of the panel there is a place for various kinds of output information, such as images from a circular camera, an image from a night vision system.Sufficiently large and high-quality display will be clearly visible in any weather and in any light.
Another change is the steering wheel, compared with the previous one, it has completely changed. Four spokes changed to three. In the center there is a driver's airbag, a signal and the logo of the Cadillac company. Also on the steering wheel there are buttons for controlling the multimedia system, various functions like adaptive cruise control and others.
On the left behind the steering wheel there is a lever for turning, controlling the wipers and some other functions, on the right is the automatic transmission lever typical for American cars. Along the entire perimeter and interior elements, you can find inserts from natural wood. Also around the perimeter, the designers placed LED lighting, which can change the color of the lighting, including the instrument lighting and when the slow dimming of the main interior lighting is turned off.
Thanks to the memory package, two drivers can program different devices for themselves, the seat, steering wheel, side mirrors, previously it was only possible to memorize the driver's seat.
As already mentioned, regardless of the choice of Escalade or Escalade ESV submodel, a third row of seats will be installed. By finishing will be available:
- the black;
- chocolate with cream shades of the salon;
- Brown;
- black with suede inserts.
For an additional fee, you can install an entertainment multimedia system for the second and third row of passengers with remote control. The system will support Blu-Ray technology. The image will be displayed on a folding 9 "display behind the first row of seats on the ceiling. For maximum configurations, such entertainment will be mounted in the headrests for the second row, and for the third row, a folding display on the ceiling of the Cadillac Escalade.
If we take into account the maximum configuration of the Cadillac Escalade Platinum, then in its kit we can note the presence of automatic retractable steps, with backlight. The refrigerator is built into the central panel. Illuminated sill plates with Platinum lettering. The headlining and pillars will be finished in suede, the grille is made of matte chrome. Center console, dashboard and top part doors trimmed with genuine leather. It will also be installed projection display, to re-display information on the windshield.
You can talk about the interior of the new Cadillac Escalade for a long time, given that 99% of the parts have been completely changed. Therefore, it is better to see once than hear a hundred times.
Specifications Cadillac Escalade
After seeing the changes in the exterior and interior of the Cadillac Escalade, it's time to look under the hood and go through the technical characteristics of the SUV. The SUV is equipped with a powerful 6.2-liter SIDI V8 petrol engine with 16 valves. with an adaptive fuel management system and cylinder deactivation, the system is also better known as Active Fuel Management. Engine power is 420 hp, torque is 5600 rpm. acceleration to 100 km / h takes only 6 seconds, until recently only sports cars could boast of such a figure.
According to the type of drive, the Cadillac Escalade SUV will be offered with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, but for the CIS countries only all-wheel drive. The rear differential is self-locking, only the automatic six-speed Hydra-Matic gearbox 6L80 with manual switching driving gears.
Steering Escalade electric with a change in the coefficient of effort. The front suspension is independent and the rear is five-link. The entire suspension is electronically adjustable Magnetic Ride with the ability to change stiffness in real time. All-wheel drive will be available modes 2HI, 4Auto, 4HI. With this set of electronics parking brake also electronically controlled.
In terms of fuel consumption, the Cadillac Escalade SUV eats a lot of gasoline, according to technical passport 16.4 liters per 100 km in combined cycle. The maximum speed is 170 km/h. For such a set of power, the engineers decided to install ventilated disc brakes.
As a conclusion, we can say that the new Cadillac Escalade, although it has slightly improved its performance, is still a car for those who are not used to saving on comfort and fuel. Therefore, you should immediately count on frequent refueling with already not cheap gasoline.
SUV security systems
Vehicle safety always comes first and must be top notch. Cadillac Escalade engineers decided not to save on airbags, starting with the basic configuration, front passenger and driver airbags will be installed, as well as an airbag for the driver in the knee area. Side curtain airbags are located around the entire perimeter of the car. Sensor fastened belt will be installed on the first and second row of seats.
From auxiliary systems, it is worth noting the parking assistant in reverse and forward, the system for stabilizing the vehicle's directional stability. In order to understand the situation around the car, you can turn on the surround view system. The standard factory installs an immobilizer paired with an anti-theft security system. The trick of this system is the presence of sensors in the cabin of the Escalade, for capacity and movement.
On a pleasant note, we can note the presence of a tire pressure monitoring system, as well as active cruise control, adaptive front optics, with a cornering light function. The driver's seat vibrates when there are severe obstacles. Lane change tracking system. It is also worth noting the presence of the Intellibeam system for automatic switching of high and low beams.
For the Premium package and above, an integrated security package will be available. It will include all possible off-road traffic control systems, it will also be equipped with lighting around the entire perimeter, automatic steps when opening the doors.
In terms of safety, the new Cadillac Escalade was not spared, a huge set of sensors and systems will pleasantly surprise the driver and passengers, as well as make it easier to train over long distances.
Options and price of the new Escalade
Regardless of the market for the sale of the new Cadillac Escalade, a total of six trim levels will be available. First on the list is the Escalade Luxury. Starting with this configuration, it is basic, the interior will be covered with genuine Mulan leather with perforated inserts. Heated and cooled seats are also included. Numeric panel instrumentation with a 12.3" color screen is also included in the standard set. An 8" touch color display for the multimedia system is installed in the center. The price of this configuration will cost from 4,500,000 rubles.
Second equipment Cadillac Escalade Premium, the price of such pleasure will cost from 5,150,000 rubles. The manufacturer does not make exact differences, but at least it will be the illumination of the door handles. Passenger entertainment system with a flip-out 9" display. Adaptive optics help illuminate corners at low speeds.
The maximum equipment Escalade Platinum will cost from 5,950,000 rubles. This package included a refrigerator built into the center console, suede trim on the pillars and ceiling, and a leather-trimmed center panel and dashboard. The radiator grille is covered with matt chrome.
As for the extended base ESV, the configurations are repeated, as well as on a simple base. So Escalade Luxury ESV will cost from 4,925,000 rubles, Cadillac Escalade Premium ESV from 5,575,000 rubles, and the highest Platinum ESV equipment will cost from 6,375,000 rubles.
Thus, we can conclude that the new Cadillac Escalade SUV turned out to be modern with an excellent exterior and interior, a rich set of features and security systems.
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After a major overhaul in 2016, the Cadillac Escalade underwent only a slight restyling. It includes the improvement of CUE, entertainment and information video interface, camera front view and useful on the road driver assistance system.
When the Escalade debuted for the 1999 model year, only the laziest didn't guess that Cadillac was trying to satisfy a consumer demand that didn't really exist. But the Escalade caught on in the luxury SUV market and is still thriving there. The “American” has a number of strong competitors in the segment of full-size luxury SUVs, and it has become increasingly difficult to keep up with them every year.
The design of the car has been completely rethought, and in 2016 Cadillac once again delivers a similarly high level of sales from its flagship all-wheel drive, which speaks to the model's enduring appeal.
What's new in the updated frame from Cadillac?
The appearance of the car remains unchanged: the impressive size of the "Escalade" emphasizes the new block design of the exterior and more conspicuous "pomp". Inside, a sleek, modern instrument panel design sets the updated Escalade apart from its more open and truck-like predecessors.
The good news for 2016 is that Cadillac has updated the much-maligned CUE infotainment system with a faster processor and more accurate voice recognition.
There was a place for a recently appeared system for preventing the vehicle from leaving the lane of traffic. This is the first model year in which every Escalade will come with an eight-speed automatic transmission as standard.
On the other hand, the high position of the luggage compartment and the relatively cramped third row of seats are undesirable side effects of its truck-like design, which makes it similar to full-size SUVs from Chevrolet and GMC. The same goes for driving performance, which are slightly harsh and harsh, which is somewhat inappropriate for a luxury car, but will appeal to drivers with a flamboyant, expressive driving style.
Comparison with competitors
Compared to the traditional luxury SUVs Lincoln Navigator (2016), Lexus LX 570 and Infiniti QX80, Escalade wins against them and is the best choice when you need it. large saloon with a third row of seats.
But the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class delivers superior handling, marginally better fuel economy and more capable third-row seats, while the 2016 two-row Land Rover Range Rover is the most serious competitor, because it defeats them in terms of off-road patency.
Summing up, it must be said latest version The 2016 Escalade is huge SUV with luxurious finishes and a full package of modern high-tech assistants. Such a set of characteristics of the updated “American” should be to the taste of many in Moscow.
Description of packages
The updated "American" is a full-size luxury SUV. Available in four trim levels. It can accommodate seven passengers with the standard two rows of seats, similar to the driver's seat, and eight with the option of second-row bench seats. The long version of the ESV is a longer wheelbase model that offers more legroom in the third row of seats and more cargo capacity.
The base model is generously equipped with: 51 cm wheels, adaptive magnetic suspension dampers, automatic LED headlights, automatic windshield wipers,
front and rear parking sensors, footpegs, wireless control back door, folding and automatically dimming mirrors in front of the driver, keyless ignition and removal from a place, remote start, three-zone automatic climate control, electrically heated tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, electrically adjustable pedals
In addition, the finish and functionality are different: leather upholstery, heated and ventilated (8-way) front seats, which are also equipped with a four-stage lumbar adjustment and “driver memory function”, heated rear seats third row and their auto-folding system.
Among the standard electronic components: multimedia CUE interface (with 20 cm touch screen), surround camera system, customizable dashboard, navigation system, real-time traffic control and acoustic system Bose containing 16 active noise canceling speakers plus a CD player, HD and satellite radio, five USB ports and an auxiliary audio jack.
In luxury equipment Escalade 2016 model year adds 56cm wheels (optional on base), sunroof, automatic high beam, second-row auto-folding seats, HUD display, advanced alarm system; blind spot monitoring system.
The active safety of the car additionally includes a system for warning and preventing the exit into the oncoming lane; assistance system when reversing; a collision warning system that warns the driver of a potential risk by generating a vibration in the driver's seat.
Premium trim adds cornering headlights, rear entertainment system with Blu-ray player and 23cm flip-up overhead monitor (available as an option on deluxe trims), adaptive cruise control and automatic preventive braking to mitigate the consequences of a collision.
The top-of-the-range Escalade Platinum adds specialized door sills, heating and ventilation - in 14 directions - of the front seats (with four-stage lumbar adjustment).
The SUV is also equipped with a massage function, upgraded leather upholstery that mimics the headliner's suede, a modern center console at the front seats and two rear folding monitors (mounted in the front seat headrests) for watching videos.
Automatic extension of additional thresholds with simultaneous lighting are optional on Premium and Platinum trim levels.
Transmissions and Performance
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade comes with a 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces 420 horsepower and 623.7 Newton meters (460 pounds) of torque. Movement is transmitted through an eight-speed automatic transmission to rear wheels or at all-wheel drive transmission which some models are equipped with.
The EPA estimates that the rear-wheel drive delivers 27 kilometers on ≈ 4 combined 24 km city / 35 km highway, while all-wheel drive models rated for 27 kilometers per ≈ 4 liters combined (24/34).
The American is fully competitive with other gasoline cars that are equipped with an engine of the same size. According to tests conducted by Edmunds, the 4x4 Escalade Platinum took 6.1 seconds to accelerate from a standstill to a speed of 96.54 kilometers per hour, making it one of the fastest in existence. large SUVs. Properly equipped, the Escalade can take up to 3,765 kilograms in tow.
Security
Standard safety features include anti-lock disc brakes, traction and stability control, a surround camera system (with the option to enable front camera only mode), front and rear parking sensors, front seat side airbags, side curtain airbags and an airbag located between front seats, which helps in case of side collisions.
IN luxury equipment a monitor of "tracking dead zones" is added, a system for warning and preventing exit into the oncoming lane; assistance system when reversing; a collision warning system and a safety system that vibrates the right, left or both sides of the driver's seat, depending on what you want to draw his attention to.
There's also OnStar service, which includes automatic crash notification, driver-on-demand roadside assistance, remote door unlocking, and a stolen vehicle assistance system.
Crash test
In government crash tests, the updated Escalade received a five-star rating for side impact protection. In Edmunds testing, two 2015 test Escalades with the same 56cm tires at 96kph stopped in 40m and 38m.
This is a longer range than some other competing models. For example, the QX80 stopped after 36 meters, while the trio of GL-Class cars braked between 35 and 36 meters.
Interior design and its features
The interior of the new car is distinguished by an abundance of high-quality materials and a pronounced modern design, which is on par with other versions.
As you'd expect from an SUV of this size, there's naturally plenty of room for passengers, at least in the first two rows. Adults can ride comfortably in the front and middle seats, even on long journeys. The third row of seats is great for kids, but because of its low floor position, adults and tall teenagers are likely to feel comfortable.
One of the basic details of the interior is the CUE multimedia interface, installed in a recessed niche in the middle of the dashboard.
The manufacturer took into account user complaints about intermittent system failures in old models, replacing the processor with a faster one and adding other upgrades to the 2016 version that were designed to make the CUE interface more responsive.
In terms of carrying capacity, the new generation SUV is very similar to all other large luxury cars. Storage space behind the third row seats is 0.43 cubic meters, behind the second row is 1.46 cubic meters. m and 2.66 cubic meters. m if the second and third row of seats is complicated.
The third row of seats fold in a few seconds at the push of a button mounted in the trunk. On all trims except the base trim, the second row of seats fold forward at the flick of a switch.
Access to the luggage compartment is very convenient thanks to the hands-free door; this system works when you put your foot under the rear bumper, but only if the key is within 1 meter of the car at that time.
However, loading the luggage compartment is somewhat difficult as it is at a considerable height from the floor, which definitely makes it difficult to lift large and heavy items from the ground and then place them in the trunk.
driving experience
This car would not be the legendary Escalade if it did not have a powerful V8 engine under its hood. One has only to press the gas pedal and this impressive SUV easily accelerates to high speeds. At low speeds, steering effort is lighter and this makes parking easier.
In a test drive, the car firmly holds the grip even in tight corners. Regardless of the speed of driving or the quality of the road surface, “blissful silence” is maintained in the cabin all the time. Engine sound, wind and road noise is so minimal that it matches the standards of premium luxury sedans and allows you to have a casual conversation on the road.
Cadillac Escalade (2017-2018) — big SUV from the General Motors concern, which was presented on October 7, 2013 at a special conference for dealers in New York. world premiere the fourth generation took place in the spring of 2014.
Like its predecessor, the new Cadillac Escalade 4 has retained the chopped shapes and sharp edges in the design, but now it has a different front end, designed in the style of latest models companies with a large grille and full LED head optics that extend onto the hood. In addition, the car received narrow vertical taillights, stretching from the roof to the bumper.
Options and prices Cadillac Escalade 2019
AT8 - automatic 8 tbsp., AWD - four-wheel drive, ESV - extended
The SUV is based on the upgraded K2XX platform, on which the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups are built, as well as the recently presented counterparts and the GMC Yukon. But the interior of the new Escalade differs markedly from the latter, not only due to the use of more premium finishing materials, including the presence of natural wood stakes, but also in general architecture.
The center console is made in the same style as on the ATS and CTS sedans. It is crowned with a large screen of the proprietary multimedia system CUE, included in basic equipment, and the role of the instrument panel is now played by a 12.3-inch high-resolution display.
In addition, a lot of modern security systems have appeared in the arsenal of the car, including a central airbag, adaptive cruise control, a traffic lane monitoring function, as well as a collision warning system and automatic braking when driving at low speeds. Also, a reinforced security complex with satellite tracking was developed for the SUV.
Under the hood of the new Cadillac Escalade 2016-2017, a 426-horsepower (621 Nm) V8 engine of the EcoTec3 family with a working volume of 6.2 liters was registered, equipped with a function to turn off half of the cylinders when working under low load. In the base, the car has a rear-wheel drive, and optionally, buyers can purchase an all-wheel drive modification.
The engine was initially paired with a Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic, which was later replaced with an eight-speed one. With it, the car accelerates from standstill to hundreds in 6.7 seconds (- 0.1), and maximum speed limited to 180 km/h. Due to the shutdown system for half of the cylinders at light loads, the average fuel consumption is declared at 12.6 liters per hundred (on the highway - 9.9, in the city - 17.1 l / 100 km).
As before, the 2019 Cadillac Escalade in a new body is available in regular and extended (ESV) versions. In the first case, the wheelbase is 2,946 mm (total length 5,180, width - 2,044, height - 1,889), and in the second, the distance between the axles is already 3,302 (length - 5,698 mm, height - 1,880).
Such a Cadillac Escalade ESV boasts space in all three rows of seats (and the latter can accommodate three people, which makes the car eight-seat) and large trunk, which, if desired, can be turned simply into a giant one. The volume varies from 1113 to 3424 liters (for the short wheelbase version from 430 to 2667 liters).
Among the others important innovations it is worth noting the hood and trunk lid made of aluminum. In general, the mass of the all-wheel drive Cadillac Escalade 2016-2017 was reduced to 2,541 kg, which is 680 kg less at once compared to a similar modification of the previous generation. Also, the novelty boasts an adaptive Magnetic Ride Control suspension, optional 22-inch wheels (20-inch wheels are in the base) and LED backlight door handles (in the top configuration).
The Russian presentation of the model took place at the Moscow Motor Show 2014, and the start of sales took place in the first half of 2015. The price of the new Cadillac Escalade 2019 in Russia starts from 4,990,000 rubles. It is noteworthy that the assembly of an SUV for our market was initially set up at the GM Auto enterprise near St. Petersburg, then the cars began to be delivered from Belarus, but today they are coming to us from the States.
Standard equipment includes ABS, ESP, light sensors, rain and tire pressure sensors, parking sensors, rear view camera, leather interior, multimedia complex CUE, adaptive suspension and 20-inch wheels. In addition, from now on, a version is officially available in Russia not only with a regular, but also with an extended wheelbase - this one costs 300,000 rubles more.
Platinum
The new 4th generation Cadillac Escalade debuted in the fall of 2013, and in August 2014 the manufacturer presented its updated version, which received a new emblem without laurel wreaths and, most importantly, an 8-band automatic instead of the previous six-speed one.
In addition, the standard equipment includes a surround view system, wireless charging for a smartphone, an electronic rear-view mirror (broadcasts a picture from the camera) and an upgraded multimedia complex with support for 4G LTE and a Wi-Fi hotspot that supports connecting up to seven devices.
Plus the car got additional options body colors and top-of-the-line Platinum trim, which can be recognized by the large 22-inch wheels and an increased amount of chrome in the exterior trim. In the cabin there were door sills with the name of the version and premium floor mats.
The Escalade Platinum also sports wood accents, Nappa leather seats, dash and door panels, and a suede microfiber headlining. Building passengers received three screens - two 7.0-inch in the headrests and a large 9.0-inch in the ceiling.
The front seats in the car have 18-position adjustments and are equipped with heating, ventilation and massage functions (only the driver). The cost of the new Cadillac Escalade Platinum 2019 starts from 6,890,000 rubles.
