- Cadillac’s Escalade gained an electrical sibling that shares nothing however a reputation
- The Escalade IQ may have 460 miles of vary due to a 200-plus-kwh battery pack
- The Escalade IQ will value $129,095
Cadillac’s icon has gained an electrical variant.
On Wednesday, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ debuted with a GM-estimated 460 miles, 200-plus-kwh battery pack, 55.0-inches of screens on the dashboard, and trademark design. Cadillac estimates the electrical luxurious SUV will value $129,095, together with a $1,395 vacation spot cost when getting into manufacturing in 2024 at GM’s Manufacturing facility Zero.
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ
The electrical luxurious SUV rides on the identical platform because the GMC Hummer EV and Silverado EV pickup vans. On the middle of the chassis sits a 24-module 200-plus-kwh battery pack, which we estimate at 205 kwh. The Escalade IQ options an 800-volt electrical structure able to including 100 miles of vary in 10 minutes on a 350-kw DC quick charger, in accordance with GM. Bidirectional charging functionality will likely be normal.
Escalade IQs may have an electrical motor on every axle offering all-wheel drive and as much as 750 hp and 785 lb-ft of torque. Cadillac mentioned the massive SUV will launch from 0-60 mph in lower than 5 seconds when in Velocity Max mode. One-pedal driving and GM’s regen on demand will likely be normal.
Cadillac estimates the Escalade IQ will tow as much as 8,000 kilos.
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ
Cadillac mentioned the Escalade IQ sits between the regular- and long-wheelbase variations of the gas-powered mode, and at 224.3 inches lengthy it is inside 2.7 inches of the long-wheelbase mannequin. Notably, at 136.2 inches lengthy the electrical Escalade’s wheelbase is 2.1 inches longer than the gas-powered long-wheelbase Escalade. This was completed by shifting the futon wheels ahead 11.8 inches, which in flip decreased the entrance overhang. A 12.2-cubic-foot entrance trunk sits below the lengthy hood.
Cadillac’s cribbed the rear-wheel steering system from the Hummer EV and Silverado EV for the Escalade IQ. This permits the SUV to drive diagonally right into a parking spot, although it is referred to as Cadillac Arrival Mode somewhat than Crab Strolling right here, and trims the turning radius by 6.5 toes to 39.4 toes. A four-wheel unbiased suspension is paired with four-corner air suspension and adaptive dampers.
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ
The Escalade IQ appears to be like like an Escalade, however options its personal distinct design. The blocky, squared off form carries over with vertical lighting components, however the entrance displays the model’s newest tackle its backlight grille design within the form of a Cadillac defend. The roofline’s a bit extra aerodynamic with a mild slope, and it has a 15% decrease coefficient of drag than the gas-powered mannequin. Massive 24-inch wheels wrapped in 275/50R24 tires measuring 35 inches fill the wheel wells.
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ
Inside, the Escalade IQ goes large with a full-width 55.0-inch financial institution of screens consisting of 35.0 inches dedicated to the digital instrument cluster and central touchscreen, in addition to a 20.0-inch passenger display screen. A fourth display screen is an 11.0-inch middle console touchscreen for local weather controls and car settings. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is not going to be on board as a part of GM’s determination to ditch the smartphone mirroring platforms with its upcoming EVs.
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ
With three rows of seats, the Escalade IQ seats seven passengers. An Govt Second Row bundle swaps in second-row bucket seats with heating, cooling, and therapeutic massage capabilities, identical because the entrance seats. Moreover, the bundle encompasses a rear middle console with fold-out airline-style tables, twin 12.6-inch rear leisure screens, and wi-fi smartphone chargers. Controls will likely be housed in an 8.0-inch touchscreen. However no Escalade IQ will characteristic actual leather-based upholstery, with Cadillac choosing artificial leather-based upholstery.
GM’s Tremendous Cruise hands-free driver-assist system will likely be normal. Computerized emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot screens, automated parking system, and a surround-view digicam system will all be normal.
Observe–This story was up to date with official pricing and revised vary
