That’s definitely something to think about. Besides the excellent relationship that he says GM and Cadillac have with the industry, especially when it comes to warranty work and producing a cutting-edge product that they stand behind, he notes that his customers have been pleasantly surprised by the value during trade-in. 17 for the 2020 Escalade ESV).Ĭunningham also notes that the Escalade has another added benefit: great resale value. 31 gal.), and that the combined MPG is 16 (vs.
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Plus, the Livery Package (ZR3) comes with the coveted 36-month/150,000-mile Professional Vehicle Warranty.Īlso note that the MY21 has a slightly smaller fuel tank than previous years (28.3 gal. The 6.2L V8 comes standard, and you can opt for a Duramax Turbo Diesel if you prefer. Handling is pretty consistent with previous Escalades, and there’s no mistaking that you’re driving a truck-albeit, a really nice, 5,700-pound truck. There’s also the standard climate controls and USB ports in both rows. Headroom for your passengers is also pretty good at 38.9 and 38.2 inches, respectively. Second-row legroom is a few inches greater than last year at 41.7 inches while legroom behind that row clocks in at more than 36 inches. The vehicle’s extra length means-hooray!-an actual functional third row for adult-sized humans. Moving to the passenger cabin, the model we tested had second-row bucket seats with bench seating for three in the third, which power-folds flat for added cargo space. We didn’t use it much, but it’s definitely innovative and could be helpful.ĮNGINES: 6.2L V8 (standard), 3.0L Duramax Turbo Diesel While it may seem redundant, it actually overlays directional information on the live image when navigation is active. One of more interesting new features is Augmented Reality, which displays a live image of what’s in front of the vehicle.
The only thing we wish it had was a grab handle in the front cabin, but the running boards certainly meet the height challenge when stepping up (there are grab bars in the rear cabin). Look up and you’ll see sky for days with the panoramic moonroof, or look down for ambient lighting available in a wheel of colors. The electronic shifter was moved to the center console, where you’ll also find power outlets and even a spot for the optional cooler/fridge to keep a few bottles of water chilling for your clients. Cadillac also brought back the rear camera mirror for 2021. Blind Spot and Collision alerts all aid in avoiding near-accidents. The 360-degree camera helps with parking in space-challenged lots and backing out of tight spaces to avoid any hidden obstacles. The wide display certainly makes navigation and scrolling through the settings a breeze, facilitated by touchscreen or knob. Cadillac has completely revamped its information center and replaced it with a stunning curved OLED touchscreen display that essentially extends from the instrument cluster to the middle of the dash and feels almost like an IMAX screen in your vehicle. Inside, however, is where you’ll find the most noticeable and useful upgrades. The rear design is pretty similar to last year with vertical taillights and hands-free liftgate, which can also be opened by key fob or now by pressing the Cadillac emblem on the tailgate.
We tested the massive SUV on some pitch-dark roads in South Jersey’s Pine Barrens and we can attest that the headlights offer wide-spectrum illumination so there’s no doubt about what critters are hanging out on the side of the road (optional Night Vision could also come in handy here too). The headlights are also horizontal in this gen, bucking the vertical placement of recent models.
The flat front feels modern, even futuristic, but equally conveys the luxurious and high-end ride that awaits, which is epitomized by the Cadillac crest puddle lamp when you approach. The length was stretched another 3 inches to 227 inches and it’s a hair wider and taller too than 2020. Starting with the exterior, the next-generation Escalade loses the prominent chrome bars that were its signature in previous models and replaces them with a more subtle grille with chrome accents. Seeing it person, you can understand because it’s a commanding presence. When we told Bill Cunningham of Acton SoCal Penske that were test-driving the 2021 Escalade ESV, he couldn’t stop raving about the updated Big Kahuna luxury SUV-a vehicle that he says he can barely keep on his lots on both coasts due to customer demand. Gorgeous inside and out, responsive, and loaded with space-including a great third-row seat-makes this among the best SUV FIRST IMPRESSION: Cadillac is at the top of its game with the completely refreshed Escalade.
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