Cadillac: Escalade News
07-19-2005, 06:37 PM
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I'm quite sure I saw front-end shots from that same "shoot" above.... somewhere..... just forgot where.... who knew AZ had so many Escalade fans. 
07-19-2005, 06:49 PM
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it was the Tahoe... 
but I would expect the Escalade to have (somewhat) similar lines....
07-19-2005, 07:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Infamous425
lookin good. but the weak point has always been the interior. lets see those pix!
07-20-2005, 10:28 AM
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on to the next one...
My family is on our third Escalade (just got a new 2005 4 weeks ago) and as much as I dislike just about every American car made since 2000, I love it (been driving it the last month). Have never had any problems with it, rides like a cloud, and as bland as the interior may be, I find it quite comfortable. My dad was looking at the new RR before getting this last Caddy, but the RR just wasn't big enough (he's an AAU basketball coach and actually NEEDS that rear row of seats) and even though we both liked the Range a lot, he didn't hesitate to get another Escalade that looked just like his last. I'm sure this new Escalade will probably be the fourth in our family when it comes out....I can't wait to see it.
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07-20-2005, 11:07 AM
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Every article that I read stated that the interior is going to be a huge improvement, so I don't think this should be an issue. Both SUVs look really clean and the lines flow well. I feel that if GM is going to suceed with these huge SUVs, they really need to focus on fuel economy. Displacement on Demand and a 6 speed auto should be standard on all of their larger SUVs. Heck, throw direct injection in the Escalade.
07-20-2005, 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
I think GM is wasting their time talking to the above crowd. That's not who buys their cars in volume and not enough people are seriously influenced by what Xzibit wants.
07-20-2005, 02:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Maximized
I actually think GM is wise. Rappers and stars created trends that boosted the sales of Cadillac's Escalade. Hell, look at big rims for example. Rappers started putting 20+" rims on SUVs and now they are standard on a lot of SUVs.
I think you and gav are both right to some extent...
True, the people BUYING these SUV's are not influenced by the likes of Xzibit.
However, the people uying these SUV's are influenced by others in their family, including their children.
Now, my dad hates rap music and has probably never heard of Xzibit, but he also doesn't like to keep his cars stock. Not knowing much about cars (except for what he likes and what he doesn't like) he turns to me for advice on aftermarket goodies. I'm not a huge rap fan, but I happen to think that big rims look good on big trucks, which I probably saw first on local atheletes vehicles and music videos alike.
Needless to say, my father, who is 42 and hates rap music has a set of 22's and a custom grill on his escalade.
Never underestimate the power of children, they are very influencing to even the most reasonable adult when they say "If you got that dad, you'd be SO COOL!"
Just my
07-20-2005, 03:08 PM
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Trends are fine and could be positive, but trends are a small portion of the equation in the end. Just because rappers or other celebrities buy a certain product, does not guarantee success in the general market. But if the product is great and people want it anyway, having celebrities buy it also, is a bonus.
GM needs to ask the MARKET what they want. Not the rappers.
GM needs to ask the MARKET what they want. Not the rappers.
07-20-2005, 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
Trends are fine and could be positive, but trends are a small portion of the equation in the end. Just because rappers or other celebrities buy a certain product, does not guarantee success in the general market. But if the product is great and people want it anyway, having celebrities buy it also, is a bonus.
GM needs to ask the MARKET what they want. Not the rappers.
GM needs to ask the MARKET what they want. Not the rappers.
Agreed.
But don't you think that GM did some research with that market as well, or simply put all their eggs in one basket with the celebs?
I think this is simply a way of continuing their popularity among that crowd AS WELL AS the majority crowd of buyers.
07-20-2005, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
Trends are fine and could be positive, but trends are a small portion of the equation in the end. Just because rappers or other celebrities buy a certain product, does not guarantee success in the general market. But if the product is great and people want it anyway, having celebrities buy it also, is a bonus.
GM needs to ask the MARKET what they want. Not the rappers.
GM needs to ask the MARKET what they want. Not the rappers.
07-20-2005, 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by bgsm1th
Agreed.
But don't you think that GM did some research with that market as well, or simply put all their eggs in one basket with the celebs?
I think this is simply a way of continuing their popularity among that crowd AS WELL AS the majority crowd of buyers.
But don't you think that GM did some research with that market as well, or simply put all their eggs in one basket with the celebs?
I think this is simply a way of continuing their popularity among that crowd AS WELL AS the majority crowd of buyers.
07-20-2005, 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Maximized
Trends have helped Cadilac, especially the Escalade.
09-27-2005, 09:57 AM
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King of Bling? Cadillac hoping hip-hop input will help make 2007 Escalade a hit - - Source: Autoweek
DETROIT -- General Motors might not have Snoop Dogg in a commercial. But it will have a Cadillac with factory-installed 22-inch wheels.
GM is still a few months away from unveiling its next generation of Cadillac SUVs, but the automaker already is nicknaming its 2007 Escalade the "King of Bling." GM can thank a few trendsetters for the tips.
Two years ago, during the early development of its next-generation Escalade SUV, GM brought in more than 30 of the biggest names in sports and entertainment as consultants on the vehicle.
A month ago, GM brought back the same group to make sure Cadillac got everything just right.
"We had a private showing to these same guys, and they gave us input that we then brought back," says Jim Taylor, Cadillac's general marketing manager. "They took another look, and I was pleased to hear from these hip-hop guys, 'I'm not going to have to do anything to this vehicle," in the aftermarket. "That was music to my ears."
To bling up the Escalade, Cadillac made 22-inch wheels optional (the 2006 model offers 20-inch wheels), added a glitzier chrome grille and used interior materials such as continuously lit white-LED backlighting and richer fabrics.
Taylor says designing the Escalade to meet the tastes of the influencer is not easy.
"It's a fine line," he says. "If it becomes commercialized, it looks forced, and immediately that group can turn on you."
The Escalade will be available in the first quarter next year.
GM is still a few months away from unveiling its next generation of Cadillac SUVs, but the automaker already is nicknaming its 2007 Escalade the "King of Bling." GM can thank a few trendsetters for the tips.
Two years ago, during the early development of its next-generation Escalade SUV, GM brought in more than 30 of the biggest names in sports and entertainment as consultants on the vehicle.
A month ago, GM brought back the same group to make sure Cadillac got everything just right.
"We had a private showing to these same guys, and they gave us input that we then brought back," says Jim Taylor, Cadillac's general marketing manager. "They took another look, and I was pleased to hear from these hip-hop guys, 'I'm not going to have to do anything to this vehicle," in the aftermarket. "That was music to my ears."
To bling up the Escalade, Cadillac made 22-inch wheels optional (the 2006 model offers 20-inch wheels), added a glitzier chrome grille and used interior materials such as continuously lit white-LED backlighting and richer fabrics.
Taylor says designing the Escalade to meet the tastes of the influencer is not easy.
"It's a fine line," he says. "If it becomes commercialized, it looks forced, and immediately that group can turn on you."
The Escalade will be available in the first quarter next year.
09-27-2005, 10:18 AM
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This is the dumbest move I have ever heard a car company make. If a company builds a production car based on what the "hip-hop" group wants, won't that alienate the country, alternative, rock, and bluegrass groups from buying the car?
What about pop-rock? The boy bands deserve their own Escalade too!!!!
What about pop-rock? The boy bands deserve their own Escalade too!!!!
09-27-2005, 01:08 PM
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I think GM is trying to play it like they are taking all this "hiphop" advice when in reality the suv will end up having things it would have gotten anyways- bigger grill, larger wheels, better interior, etc.
09-27-2005, 01:14 PM
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Oh, that guy? I don't watch MTV so that's why I didn't know him.
That show is retarded.
That show is retarded.
he's been around a lot longer than that show. he's is/was a rapper.
09-27-2005, 02:10 PM
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he's been around a lot longer than that show. he's is/was a rapper.
09-27-2005, 06:11 PM
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I think the appearance of the next Escalade will be less outrageous than it is not, while continuing it's imposing stance. My guess is that it'll have a more subtle version of Art and Science, like the STS, while having very rich materials and options like 22's that people run to the aftermarket to do anyway. I know a 55yr.old white CEO guy who loves his Escalade EXT with Platinum package (20s)... I just hope the interior will be unique to Caddy. That's my only concern.
09-27-2005, 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by charliemike
Meh, it's all guns, drugs, bitches, and "gettin mine" these days anyway.
If the only hip hop you know is from MTV, then yes, you are correct.
09-27-2005, 06:15 PM
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...I just hope the interior will be unique to Caddy. That's my only concern.
09-27-2005, 07:00 PM
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I never saw what was so great about an escalade anyway. How much does one cost fully loaded?
I'd take an AMG G55 over that shit anyday.
I'd take an AMG G55 over that shit anyday.
09-27-2005, 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Time For Sleeep
I'd take an AMG G55 over that shit anyday.
Anyway, you won't be taking anything.
11-05-2005, 07:24 AM
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Is it just me or are they trying to copy the range rover lights and side grill?
By the way, I used to own a Escalade and really loved it except for one thing.. the Interior! Thats my only complaint. It needed a facelift bad!
By the way, I used to own a Escalade and really loved it except for one thing.. the Interior! Thats my only complaint. It needed a facelift bad!
11-09-2005, 10:48 PM
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Track Testing the 2007 Cadillac Escalade
By: Ed Hellwig
Date Posted 11-07-2005
GM has already revealed the 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2007 GMC Yukon, and now we give you the best look yet at the final piece of the puzzle, the 2007 Cadillac Escalade. We caught it undergoing track testing at GM's Milford Proving Grounds and its minimal covering reveals some of the details that will be unique to the Cadillac's flagship SUV.
The front headlights look a lot like the SRX crossover with tall, narrow clusters that sit on either side of an even bigger grille with a prominent Cadillac crest front and center. Below the grille sits a sizable bumper with neatly integrated foglights and a more aerodynamic design that should help improve the Escalade's fuel mileage. Along with a more steeply raked windshield and tighter panel gaps, GM claims that its new full-size SUVs will be the most aerodynamically efficient vehicles in their class.
We haven't confirmed which engine the Escalade will use, but we do know it will be either a 355-horsepower, 6.0-liter V8 or a 380-hp, 6.2-liter V8. Both engines use variable valve timing to improve performance across the board with the 6.0-liter adding Displacement on Demand to improve mileage even further. The Escalade will also use an all-new six-speed automatic transmission that will eventually trickle down to the rest of the SUV lineup as production ramps up.
Interior design is one area where the Escalade hasn't always matched its competitors. The 2007 version will not only have more passenger and cargo room, it will feature high-end content like standard automatic triple-zone climate control, remote start and a larger DVD navigation screen. Although its overall design will mimic the Tahoe/Yukon twins, the Escalade gets its own unique instrument panel, seats, door trim and center console. White LED backlighting will be another Escalade exclusive feature along with fabric-covered roof pillars and optional heated and cooled seats.
To see exactly what this is all going to look like you won't have to wait much longer. The official debut of the Escalade is scheduled for Friday, November 11 at the South Florida Auto Show.
By: Ed Hellwig
Date Posted 11-07-2005
GM has already revealed the 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2007 GMC Yukon, and now we give you the best look yet at the final piece of the puzzle, the 2007 Cadillac Escalade. We caught it undergoing track testing at GM's Milford Proving Grounds and its minimal covering reveals some of the details that will be unique to the Cadillac's flagship SUV.
The front headlights look a lot like the SRX crossover with tall, narrow clusters that sit on either side of an even bigger grille with a prominent Cadillac crest front and center. Below the grille sits a sizable bumper with neatly integrated foglights and a more aerodynamic design that should help improve the Escalade's fuel mileage. Along with a more steeply raked windshield and tighter panel gaps, GM claims that its new full-size SUVs will be the most aerodynamically efficient vehicles in their class.
We haven't confirmed which engine the Escalade will use, but we do know it will be either a 355-horsepower, 6.0-liter V8 or a 380-hp, 6.2-liter V8. Both engines use variable valve timing to improve performance across the board with the 6.0-liter adding Displacement on Demand to improve mileage even further. The Escalade will also use an all-new six-speed automatic transmission that will eventually trickle down to the rest of the SUV lineup as production ramps up.
Interior design is one area where the Escalade hasn't always matched its competitors. The 2007 version will not only have more passenger and cargo room, it will feature high-end content like standard automatic triple-zone climate control, remote start and a larger DVD navigation screen. Although its overall design will mimic the Tahoe/Yukon twins, the Escalade gets its own unique instrument panel, seats, door trim and center console. White LED backlighting will be another Escalade exclusive feature along with fabric-covered roof pillars and optional heated and cooled seats.
To see exactly what this is all going to look like you won't have to wait much longer. The official debut of the Escalade is scheduled for Friday, November 11 at the South Florida Auto Show.
11-09-2005, 10:55 PM
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STANDARD EQUIPMENT FOR 2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE + OPTIONS
SAFETY AND SECURITY
•Airbag Restraint System, Frontal: Dual stage, driver and front passenger. Front passenger airbag status indicator in overhead console
•Airbag System, Side Curtain: Roof rail mounted with rollover sensor. Includes 1st, 2nd and 3rd row coverage
•Automatic Airbag Suppression System: Includes dynamic front passenger sensing system
•Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
•Brakes: 4 wheel ABS and 4 wheel disc, Hydroboost
•Child Seat Safety Restraints: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for Children) system in all 2nd and 3rd row seating positions
•Child Security Rear Door Locks
•Fog Lights: Front, rectangular, halogen, incorporated into the front fascia
•Lights: Daytime running lights with automatic exterior lamp control; LED centre high mounted stop light
•OnStar™: In-Vehicle communications and assistance service with 1 year Directions and Connections service plan
•Safety Belts: 3-point belts for all seating positions. Driver and front passenger with pretensioners
•Side Door Guard Beams
•Single Two-Sided Key: Common key to operate ignition and doors
•StabiliTrak™: 4-channel vehicle stability enhancement system. Includes disable switch
•Theft Deterrent System: PASS-Key III+™. Triggers horn and interior lighting
•Tire Pressure Monitor
•Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist: Includes instrument panel-mounted shutoff switch, rearview LED light bar and audible chime warning
EXTERIOR
•Antenna: Integral, rear quarter glass, flush mounted
•Assist Steps: Black running boards with chrome accents, mounted between front and rear wheels
•Body Equipment: Power liftgate with deep tinted liftglass. Electric release latch with activation button on key fob, overhead console and next to the pull cup handle
•Fascia: Front and rear, full wrap-around, body-colour
•Glass: Solar-Ray™ deep tinted on all windows except for light tinted glass on the windshield, driver and front passenger
•Grille: Chrome surround, integral to fascia
•Head/Tail lights: High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights including flash-to-pass feature; Twilight sentinel automatic light control and delay off feature. Rear LED tail lights
•Lights: Backup lights, combination parking/direction/hazard, combination tail/stop/direction/hazard, headlights, license plate light, side marker lights with reflectors
•Locking Differential
•Luggage Carrier: Roof mounted with chrome accents. Includes centre cross bars
•Mirror, Heated Outside Rearview: Power Folding, colour-keyed with chrome accents and includes driver side electrochromic (light-sensitive auto dimming), turn signal in glass, ground illumination and programmable to provide curb view when in reverse
•Moulding: Bodyside, colour-keyed with chrome accents
•Nameplates: Cadillac wreath and crest insignia on grille, tailgate and centre cap of the wheels
•Spare Tire Carrier: Mounted outside, lockable
•Tires: P265/65R-18 All Seasons Blackwall. Includes a P265/70R-17 All Seasons Blackwall spare tire
•Tow Hooks: Recovery hooks, 2 front, frame mounted, recessed in the front fascia
•Trailering Equipment, Heavy Duty: Includes trailer hitch weight distribution platform, 7-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits, 7-way sealed connector
•Wheels: Four 457 mm x 203 mm (18” x 8”) 7-spoke Machined Aluminum with 432 mm (17”) full-size steel spare
•Windshield Wipers and Washers: Rain Sense, moisture sensitive wiper system. Front wet arm with pulse washers. Heated windshield washer fluid system. Rear window wiper system
INTERIOR
•Air Conditioning: Dual-zone, automatic climate control. Individual climate settings for driver, right front passenger and rear passengers. Front HVAC controls located in the instrument panel, include an AUX button to activate the rear system. Rear HVAC controls located in rear of floor console
•Cigarette Lighter: With ashtray
•Coat Hooks: Rear seat and cargo area
•Concealed Storage Compartment: Left rear quarter panel
•Console, Floor: Includes damped-door storage covers, large storage bin, dual cupholders in front and rear, one power outlet inside bin and one in the rear, rear seat audio, rear electronic climate control and second row heated seat controls
•Console, Overhead: Includes two reading lights, Universal Home Remote, control for power liftgate and passenger airbag sensing system indicator. (Includes sunroof controls when CF5 is specified)
•Cruise Control: Electronic with set and resume speed. Includes telltale in instrument panel cluster
•Cupholders: Two in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd rows
•Defogger: Windshield and side window defoggers with rear window electric defogger and rear seat heater ducts
•Door Locks: Power programmable with lockout protection
•Floor Covering: Colour keyed carpeting with carpeted mats front and 2nd row
•Headlights On and Key-In-Ignition Warning Buzzers
•Heater: Rear seat auxiliary with passenger heating ducts
•Instrument Panel, Analogue: Includes speedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel level and engine temperature
•Lighting: Interior courtesy and theatre dimming
•Mirror, Inside Rearview: Electrochromic (light sensitive auto dimming) with OnStar™ controls; outside temperature indicator and a continually recalibrating 8-point compass display
•Pedals: Power adjustable brake and accelerator with memory
•Power Outlets: 12-volt auxiliary, one (1) in instrument panel, one (1) inside storage bin in centre console, one (1) on back of centre console and one (1) in cargo area
•Remote Vehicle Starter System: Includes keyless entry remote key fob transmitters with remote vehicle start, illuminated entry, panic alarm and vehicle content theft alarm
•Seats: Front, Leather appointed power reclining full-feature buckets with driver and passenger adjustable head restraints, power lumbar, 12-way power adjustable, inboard armrests, heated seat cushion and seatbacks, 2-position driver-side memory, floor console and rear storage pockets
2nd row, leather appointed, reclining heated buckets (2 settings) and fold-down armrests
3rd row, leather appointed, 50/50 split-bench, 3-passenger, can be flipped forward, folded or totally removed, lightweight
•Sound System: XM Satellite Radio. ETR AM/FM Stereo with 2 slots – 1 for DVD audio/video and 1 for the 6-disc CD changer, seek-scan, digital clock and Radio Data System (RDS) with a Premium Bose™ 10 speaker system with 5.1 Digital Surround Sound. XM Radio features dozens of channels of commercial-free music as well as the best in news, sports, talk, comedy, and more. Digital quality sound with coast-to-coast signal coverage. Includes three free trial months beyond which service fees apply
•Sound System Feature: Rear audio controls with dual headphone jacks (headphones not included), power outlet and controls for volume, station selection and media. Steering wheel mounted audio and cruise controls
•Steering Wheel and Column: Tilt-wheel, adjustable, wood and leather-wrapped rim
•Sunshades: Padded, driver and passenger side with cloth trim, extends on rod, illuminated vanity mirrors
•Tools: Mechanical jack and wheel wrench, stored in rear quarter trim
•Windows: Power, includes driver and passenger express-down and lockout features
MECHANICAL
•Alternator: 160 Amps
•Battery: Heavy duty, 600 cold cranking amps includes rundown protection and retained accessory power
•Cooling System: External transmission oil cooler, auxiliary, heavy duty air-to-oil
•Electronic Throttle Control
•Engine: 6.2 Litre Vortec MAX V8
•Heater: Engine Block
•Suspension, Front: Short-long arm (SLA), independent coil over shock and stabilizer bar
•Suspension, Rear: 5-link, including variable rate springs and monotube shock absorbers
•Tow/haul mode selector: Button located at end of shift lever
•Transfer Case: AWD, electronic automatic system, full time, “always-on” all-wheel drive
•Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic, Heavy Duty, electronically controlled with overdrive and tow/haul mode, 6L80. Includes driver shift control, manual shifting mode
PERSONALIZATION
•Door Locks: Power programmable with lockout protection and electric lock for liftgate
•Driver Information Centre: Includes programmable personalization features such as door locking and unlocking, a trip computer that contains two trip odometers and individual tire pressure read outs, fuel information such as range, average kpl, litres used and oil life. Also includes a message centre that displays dozens of warning messages such as low fuel, door ajar, security, seat belt reminder, low coolant and oil pressure low
•Outside mirror: Programmable to provide curb view when in reverse
•Universal Home Remote: Universal transmitter. Includes garage door opener, 3-channel programmable. Located in overhead console
ENGINE + TRANSMISSION
Engine Type - L92 V8
Displacement - 6.2 Litre 378 Cu. In.
Fuel System - SFI
Net HP @ RPM - 400 @ TBD
Torque lbf•ft @ RPM - 415 @ TBD
Transmission Type - MYC – 6-Speed Automatic w/Overdrive
Axle Ratio - 3.42
OPTIONS
•ESCALADE 559 mm (22”) WHEEL PACKAGE:
Includes P285/45R-22 All season blackwall tires and (P56) 559 mm x 229 mm (22” x 9”) 7-Spoke Chromed Aluminum Wheel with full size 432 mm (17”) spare
• CAMERA SYSTEM, REARVIEW: Requires U3R. Includes a license plate pocket for an integrated styling appearance and works in conjunction with the rear parking assist (RPA) to provide an excellent assist for parallel parking or trailer towing. The camera only functions when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. For convenience, it will stay on for a calibrated length of time determined, in part, by vehicle speed, after the vehicle is shifted into Drive. When the RPA sensor(s) detects an object behind the truck, it alerts the camera and sends a message of what it has seen and where. The camera provides a significantly wide view – approximately 6.1 metres (20 feet) of distance behind the truck.
•HEADLIGHT SYSTEM: IntelliBeam Automatic High/Low Beam Control. Includes a digital light sensor on your rearview mirror that turns the vehicles high-beam headlights on and off according to the surroundings traffic conditions. The system will turn on the high-beams when it is dark enough, there is no other traffic present, and the Intellibeam system is enabled
•PAINT CHARGE: White Diamond
•REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM: DVD player with remote control, overhead display, 2 sets of dual-channel wireless infrared headphones, auxiliary audio/video jacks, remote game plug-in and mute button in overhead console
•SOUND SYSTEM: Navigation radio with voice recognition microphone: Electronically Tuned AM/FM Stereo with CD/DVD player, DVD integrated Navigation, DSP, Radio Data System (RDS), Seek-Scan, Clock and Auto-Tone Control. Includes full-feature autonomous navigation, touch screen and 2 slots – 1 for the navigation DVD disc (ONLY) and 1 for the 6-disc CD/DVD changer.
• STEERING WHEEL: Heated. Includes a lighted activation button.
• SUNROOF: Power, tilt-sliding, electric with express-open and close and wind deflector.
• WHEELS: Includes a 432 mm (17”) full size steel spare.
457 mm x 203 mm (18” x 8”) 7-Spoke Chromed Aluminum.
EXTERIOR COLORS
Blue Chip
Black Raven
Gold Mist Metallic
Radiant Bronze Metallic
Quicksilver
Red E
White Diamond
INTERIOR COLORS
Ebony
Cocoa/ Very Lt. Cashmere
SAFETY AND SECURITY
•Airbag Restraint System, Frontal: Dual stage, driver and front passenger. Front passenger airbag status indicator in overhead console
•Airbag System, Side Curtain: Roof rail mounted with rollover sensor. Includes 1st, 2nd and 3rd row coverage
•Automatic Airbag Suppression System: Includes dynamic front passenger sensing system
•Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
•Brakes: 4 wheel ABS and 4 wheel disc, Hydroboost
•Child Seat Safety Restraints: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for Children) system in all 2nd and 3rd row seating positions
•Child Security Rear Door Locks
•Fog Lights: Front, rectangular, halogen, incorporated into the front fascia
•Lights: Daytime running lights with automatic exterior lamp control; LED centre high mounted stop light
•OnStar™: In-Vehicle communications and assistance service with 1 year Directions and Connections service plan
•Safety Belts: 3-point belts for all seating positions. Driver and front passenger with pretensioners
•Side Door Guard Beams
•Single Two-Sided Key: Common key to operate ignition and doors
•StabiliTrak™: 4-channel vehicle stability enhancement system. Includes disable switch
•Theft Deterrent System: PASS-Key III+™. Triggers horn and interior lighting
•Tire Pressure Monitor
•Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist: Includes instrument panel-mounted shutoff switch, rearview LED light bar and audible chime warning
EXTERIOR
•Antenna: Integral, rear quarter glass, flush mounted
•Assist Steps: Black running boards with chrome accents, mounted between front and rear wheels
•Body Equipment: Power liftgate with deep tinted liftglass. Electric release latch with activation button on key fob, overhead console and next to the pull cup handle
•Fascia: Front and rear, full wrap-around, body-colour
•Glass: Solar-Ray™ deep tinted on all windows except for light tinted glass on the windshield, driver and front passenger
•Grille: Chrome surround, integral to fascia
•Head/Tail lights: High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights including flash-to-pass feature; Twilight sentinel automatic light control and delay off feature. Rear LED tail lights
•Lights: Backup lights, combination parking/direction/hazard, combination tail/stop/direction/hazard, headlights, license plate light, side marker lights with reflectors
•Locking Differential
•Luggage Carrier: Roof mounted with chrome accents. Includes centre cross bars
•Mirror, Heated Outside Rearview: Power Folding, colour-keyed with chrome accents and includes driver side electrochromic (light-sensitive auto dimming), turn signal in glass, ground illumination and programmable to provide curb view when in reverse
•Moulding: Bodyside, colour-keyed with chrome accents
•Nameplates: Cadillac wreath and crest insignia on grille, tailgate and centre cap of the wheels
•Spare Tire Carrier: Mounted outside, lockable
•Tires: P265/65R-18 All Seasons Blackwall. Includes a P265/70R-17 All Seasons Blackwall spare tire
•Tow Hooks: Recovery hooks, 2 front, frame mounted, recessed in the front fascia
•Trailering Equipment, Heavy Duty: Includes trailer hitch weight distribution platform, 7-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits, 7-way sealed connector
•Wheels: Four 457 mm x 203 mm (18” x 8”) 7-spoke Machined Aluminum with 432 mm (17”) full-size steel spare
•Windshield Wipers and Washers: Rain Sense, moisture sensitive wiper system. Front wet arm with pulse washers. Heated windshield washer fluid system. Rear window wiper system
INTERIOR
•Air Conditioning: Dual-zone, automatic climate control. Individual climate settings for driver, right front passenger and rear passengers. Front HVAC controls located in the instrument panel, include an AUX button to activate the rear system. Rear HVAC controls located in rear of floor console
•Cigarette Lighter: With ashtray
•Coat Hooks: Rear seat and cargo area
•Concealed Storage Compartment: Left rear quarter panel
•Console, Floor: Includes damped-door storage covers, large storage bin, dual cupholders in front and rear, one power outlet inside bin and one in the rear, rear seat audio, rear electronic climate control and second row heated seat controls
•Console, Overhead: Includes two reading lights, Universal Home Remote, control for power liftgate and passenger airbag sensing system indicator. (Includes sunroof controls when CF5 is specified)
•Cruise Control: Electronic with set and resume speed. Includes telltale in instrument panel cluster
•Cupholders: Two in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd rows
•Defogger: Windshield and side window defoggers with rear window electric defogger and rear seat heater ducts
•Door Locks: Power programmable with lockout protection
•Floor Covering: Colour keyed carpeting with carpeted mats front and 2nd row
•Headlights On and Key-In-Ignition Warning Buzzers
•Heater: Rear seat auxiliary with passenger heating ducts
•Instrument Panel, Analogue: Includes speedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel level and engine temperature
•Lighting: Interior courtesy and theatre dimming
•Mirror, Inside Rearview: Electrochromic (light sensitive auto dimming) with OnStar™ controls; outside temperature indicator and a continually recalibrating 8-point compass display
•Pedals: Power adjustable brake and accelerator with memory
•Power Outlets: 12-volt auxiliary, one (1) in instrument panel, one (1) inside storage bin in centre console, one (1) on back of centre console and one (1) in cargo area
•Remote Vehicle Starter System: Includes keyless entry remote key fob transmitters with remote vehicle start, illuminated entry, panic alarm and vehicle content theft alarm
•Seats: Front, Leather appointed power reclining full-feature buckets with driver and passenger adjustable head restraints, power lumbar, 12-way power adjustable, inboard armrests, heated seat cushion and seatbacks, 2-position driver-side memory, floor console and rear storage pockets
2nd row, leather appointed, reclining heated buckets (2 settings) and fold-down armrests
3rd row, leather appointed, 50/50 split-bench, 3-passenger, can be flipped forward, folded or totally removed, lightweight
•Sound System: XM Satellite Radio. ETR AM/FM Stereo with 2 slots – 1 for DVD audio/video and 1 for the 6-disc CD changer, seek-scan, digital clock and Radio Data System (RDS) with a Premium Bose™ 10 speaker system with 5.1 Digital Surround Sound. XM Radio features dozens of channels of commercial-free music as well as the best in news, sports, talk, comedy, and more. Digital quality sound with coast-to-coast signal coverage. Includes three free trial months beyond which service fees apply
•Sound System Feature: Rear audio controls with dual headphone jacks (headphones not included), power outlet and controls for volume, station selection and media. Steering wheel mounted audio and cruise controls
•Steering Wheel and Column: Tilt-wheel, adjustable, wood and leather-wrapped rim
•Sunshades: Padded, driver and passenger side with cloth trim, extends on rod, illuminated vanity mirrors
•Tools: Mechanical jack and wheel wrench, stored in rear quarter trim
•Windows: Power, includes driver and passenger express-down and lockout features
MECHANICAL
•Alternator: 160 Amps
•Battery: Heavy duty, 600 cold cranking amps includes rundown protection and retained accessory power
•Cooling System: External transmission oil cooler, auxiliary, heavy duty air-to-oil
•Electronic Throttle Control
•Engine: 6.2 Litre Vortec MAX V8
•Heater: Engine Block
•Suspension, Front: Short-long arm (SLA), independent coil over shock and stabilizer bar
•Suspension, Rear: 5-link, including variable rate springs and monotube shock absorbers
•Tow/haul mode selector: Button located at end of shift lever
•Transfer Case: AWD, electronic automatic system, full time, “always-on” all-wheel drive
•Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic, Heavy Duty, electronically controlled with overdrive and tow/haul mode, 6L80. Includes driver shift control, manual shifting mode
PERSONALIZATION
•Door Locks: Power programmable with lockout protection and electric lock for liftgate
•Driver Information Centre: Includes programmable personalization features such as door locking and unlocking, a trip computer that contains two trip odometers and individual tire pressure read outs, fuel information such as range, average kpl, litres used and oil life. Also includes a message centre that displays dozens of warning messages such as low fuel, door ajar, security, seat belt reminder, low coolant and oil pressure low
•Outside mirror: Programmable to provide curb view when in reverse
•Universal Home Remote: Universal transmitter. Includes garage door opener, 3-channel programmable. Located in overhead console
ENGINE + TRANSMISSION
Engine Type - L92 V8
Displacement - 6.2 Litre 378 Cu. In.
Fuel System - SFI
Net HP @ RPM - 400 @ TBD
Torque lbf•ft @ RPM - 415 @ TBD
Transmission Type - MYC – 6-Speed Automatic w/Overdrive
Axle Ratio - 3.42
OPTIONS
•ESCALADE 559 mm (22”) WHEEL PACKAGE:
Includes P285/45R-22 All season blackwall tires and (P56) 559 mm x 229 mm (22” x 9”) 7-Spoke Chromed Aluminum Wheel with full size 432 mm (17”) spare
• CAMERA SYSTEM, REARVIEW: Requires U3R. Includes a license plate pocket for an integrated styling appearance and works in conjunction with the rear parking assist (RPA) to provide an excellent assist for parallel parking or trailer towing. The camera only functions when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. For convenience, it will stay on for a calibrated length of time determined, in part, by vehicle speed, after the vehicle is shifted into Drive. When the RPA sensor(s) detects an object behind the truck, it alerts the camera and sends a message of what it has seen and where. The camera provides a significantly wide view – approximately 6.1 metres (20 feet) of distance behind the truck.
•HEADLIGHT SYSTEM: IntelliBeam Automatic High/Low Beam Control. Includes a digital light sensor on your rearview mirror that turns the vehicles high-beam headlights on and off according to the surroundings traffic conditions. The system will turn on the high-beams when it is dark enough, there is no other traffic present, and the Intellibeam system is enabled
•PAINT CHARGE: White Diamond
•REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM: DVD player with remote control, overhead display, 2 sets of dual-channel wireless infrared headphones, auxiliary audio/video jacks, remote game plug-in and mute button in overhead console
•SOUND SYSTEM: Navigation radio with voice recognition microphone: Electronically Tuned AM/FM Stereo with CD/DVD player, DVD integrated Navigation, DSP, Radio Data System (RDS), Seek-Scan, Clock and Auto-Tone Control. Includes full-feature autonomous navigation, touch screen and 2 slots – 1 for the navigation DVD disc (ONLY) and 1 for the 6-disc CD/DVD changer.
• STEERING WHEEL: Heated. Includes a lighted activation button.
• SUNROOF: Power, tilt-sliding, electric with express-open and close and wind deflector.
• WHEELS: Includes a 432 mm (17”) full size steel spare.
457 mm x 203 mm (18” x 8”) 7-Spoke Chromed Aluminum.
EXTERIOR COLORS
Blue Chip
Black Raven
Gold Mist Metallic
Radiant Bronze Metallic
Quicksilver
Red E
White Diamond
INTERIOR COLORS
Ebony
Cocoa/ Very Lt. Cashmere
