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Cadillac Escalade V (facelift 2024) 6.2 V8 (420 Hp) Hydra-Matic
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Cadillac Escalade:
The Cadillac Escalade is a full-size luxury SUV manufactured by General Motors and marketed by Cadillac as its first major entry into the SUV market. The Escalade was introduced for the 1999 model year in response to an influx of new luxury SUVs in the late 1990s including the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Range Rover, Lexus LX, and Ford's 1998 debut of the Lincoln Navigator. The Escalade project went into production only ten months after it was approved. The Escalade is built in Arlington, Texas.
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V (facelift 2024) Overview:
Cadillac Escalade (V (facelift 2024)). With 623 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2634 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
6.2 V8 (420 Hp) Hydra-Matic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong and smooth acceleration, perfectly adequate for daily driving and highway cruising. While not as extreme as the 'V' model, it provides robust power for a vehicle of its size.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is moderate for a large V8 SUV, but still on the thirstier side compared to smaller engines. Active Fuel Management helps slightly on highway runs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled road presence and luxurious interior
- • Exceptional power and acceleration, especially in 'V' trim
- • Spacious cabin with seating for up to seven
- • Advanced technology and infotainment features
- • Smooth ride quality with available air suspension
- • Strong towing capabilities
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across the lineup
- • Large dimensions can make city driving and parking challenging
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Some interior materials, while luxurious, don't quite match European rivals at the very top end
- • Limited off-road prowess despite 4WD options
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: 2022 - 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | Escalade |
| Generation: | V (facelift 2024) |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.2 V8 (420 Hp) Hydra-Matic |
| Start of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 420 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.2 Hp/l [1mm more] |
| Torque: | 623 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EcoTec3 / L87 More details about the engine EcoTec3 / L87 |
| Engine displacement: | 6162 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV, VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 103.25 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 159.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 236.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2634 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3426 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 722 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3674 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 91 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5383 mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 2158 mm [99mm more] |
| Height: | 1938 mm [10mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3071 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2158 mm |
| Front track: | 1737 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1730 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Hydra-Matic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 275/50 R22 |
| Wheel rims size | 22 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer, Air Suspension - Optional |
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