Cadillac right this moment unveiled the first-ever all-electric 2025 ESCALADE IQ, a reimagination of the luxurious full-size SUV expertise, brimming with iconic design, the best stage of workmanship and the most recent automotive expertise.

Providing a Cadillac-estimated 450 miles of vary¹, the ESCALADE IQ elevates the driving expertise with a curved pillar-to-pillar 55-inch complete diagonal LED show, obtainable Tremendous Cruise® driver help expertise², vehicle-to-home bidirectional charging expertise with GM Vitality’s obtainable Ultium Residence merchandise, luxurious appointments with a daring inside and exterior design, no-compromise efficiency, and nil tailpipe emissions.

“ESCALADE IQ raises the usual simply as the unique Escalade redefined luxurious a quarter-century in the past,” mentioned John Roth, vp, International Cadillac. “This reimagining of an icon marks the subsequent step in Cadillac’s all-electric future.”

“For greater than 120 years, Cadillac’s daring modern spirit has outlined American luxurious,” mentioned Roth. “The ESCALADE IQ embodies this spirit in probably the most subtle kind.”

Daring but nimble efficiency

ESCALADE IQ was envisioned to be the best-driving, most maneuverable Escalade up to now, and the collaboration between Cadillac Engineering and Design ensured the manufacturing mannequin remained devoted to the objective.

It’s the primary full-size SUV from Cadillac constructed on GM’s modern and modular EV propulsion structure, the Ultium Platform, and incorporates GM’s Ultifi software program platform to help and ship ongoing software program updates to its expansive applied sciences.

Its devoted EV structure allows ESCALADE IQ’s daring design and efficiency traits, from its expressive silhouette and beneficiant house — for passengers and cargo — to its driving efficiency.

“ESCALADE IQ is initially a Cadillac and delivers on a promise of modern design supported by spirited efficiency and cutting-edge applied sciences,” mentioned Jamie Brewer, government chief engineer, ESCALADE IQ. “The EV-specific structure permits us to ship a driving expertise aligned with Cadillac’s philosophy of remoted precision — quiet, clean and easy with a robust connection to the street for an interesting expertise.”

In the case of efficiency, ESCALADE IQ options unbiased entrance and rear suspension, with energy transferred to 24-inch wheels with 35-inch tires by way of entrance and rear drive motors that work in conjunction as an eAWD system.

A collection of absolutely built-in superior applied sciences together with Magnetic Journey Management 4.0 and Adaptive Air Journey Suspension isolate passengers from undesirable street surfaces whereas offering exact steering and really feel.

The Adaptive Air Journey Suspension system allows the car to be lowered as much as 2 inches (50 mm) and raised 1 inch (25 mm), whereas extra options similar to the usual 4-Wheel Steer, obtainable Cadillac Arrival Mode³ and Low Journey Mode improve functionality in addition to the ESCALADE IQ’s presence.

4-Wheel Steer reduces the turning diameter to solely 39.4 ft (12 meters) at decrease speeds and reduces the turning diameter by greater than 6.5 ft for larger maneuverability in parking heaps and tighter general turning radius. It additionally enhances dealing with and stability at increased pace, significantly when trailering.

Cadillac Arrival Mode³ is a novel 4-Wheel Steer characteristic that enables the ESCALADE IQ to maneuver diagonally, making it simpler when pulling into or out of tight areas, whereas making a press release.

Low Journey Mode allows the ESCALADE IQ to be pushed at low speeds with the suspension absolutely lowered.

A 24-module Ultium battery serves as the inspiration of the ESCALADE IQ, producing greater than 200 kWh of obtainable vitality. It additionally employs a versatile, high-voltage structure that permits 800-volt DC quick charging, the quickest type of charging at the moment obtainable, offering as much as 100 miles of vary in 10 minutes of cost time⁴.

ESCALADE IQ will likely be geared up with Automobile-to-Residence (V2H) bidirectional charging expertise with GM Vitality’s obtainable Ultium Residence merchandise, offering clients with the flexibility to ship energy instantly from the car to a correctly geared up residence. This functionality will likely be enabled by way of an over-the-air software program replace for the 2025 mannequin yr. ESCALADE IQ may also provide the choice of Automobile-to-Load (V2L) offboard energy, permitting the car to energy exterior gadgets.

The ESCALADE IQ makes use of its Ultium battery pack as a part of its elementary physique construction. This permits the battery pack to supply the car’s spectacular Cadillac-estimated 450 miles of vary¹ whereas additionally defending the battery within the occasion of a crash and including general power and rigidity to the car.

The {powerful} electrical propulsion configuration — consisting of the battery pack, energy electronics and a two-motor eAWD system — gives nice energy on demand and stunning efficiency, together with:

• As much as 750 horsepower (with driver-selectable Velocity Max⁵, Cadillac estimate)
• As much as 785 lb-ft of torque (with driver-selectable Velocity Max⁵, Cadillac estimate)
• 0-60 mph in lower than 5 seconds⁶ (with driver-selectable Velocity Max⁵, Cadillac estimate)
• As much as 8,000 kilos of towing functionality⁷ (Cadillac estimate)

Moreover, ESCALADE IQ gives One-Pedal Driving⁸ and Variable Regen on Demand⁹ to permit clients to really feel extra linked to their drive. Plus, Ultium Vitality Restoration — an modern warmth pump thermal system — permits for vitality to switch between the battery/energy electronics and the cabin, utilizing each watt potential to optimize vary and minimizing the ability from the high-voltage battery used for five-zone local weather management.

ESCALADE IQ additionally encompasses a suite of normal lively security and driver help¹¹ options, with highlights together with:

• Blind Zone Steering Help: Can present a quick, agency flip of the steering wheel when a possible crash is detected with a shifting car within the lane the car is getting into
• Intersection Computerized Emergency Braking: May help drivers keep away from or scale back the severity of an intersection collision with a detected cross-traffic car
• HD Encompass Imaginative and prescient: Gives selectable digital digital camera views of the realm across the car and will help drivers park or keep away from automobiles and objects
• Enhanced Computerized Parking Help: Can routinely steer, brake and shift gears to park the car right into a devoted parallel or perpendicular parking house and will help unpark the car
• Entrance Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking: At speeds between 5 and 50 mph, will help drivers keep away from or scale back the severity of a collision with a pedestrian or bicyclist it detects instantly in entrance of them

“Escalade has at all times been about being daring, in order that’s what we got down to accomplish,” mentioned Mandi Damman, chief engineer, ESCALADE IQ. “ESCALADE IQ is what you get while you comply with your soul as a substitute of the gang.”

A reimagined but acquainted presence enabled by electrification

The design of ESCALADE IQ captures the daring presence of its predecessors, however its devoted EV structure supplied the design staff a blank-slate method to its styling. The result’s a reimagined but acquainted Escalade — one which makes a press release with out compromises.

The electrical structure allows a sleeker profile, however one with a silhouette that is still immediately recognizable as an Escalade. It additionally allows a decrease, flatter inside flooring that contributes to ESCALADE IQ’s distinctive spaciousness.

“Our intent for the ESCALADE IQ was to amplify the Escalade DNA with a distinctively premium profile and heroic stance, whereas complementing the Cadillac EV showroom. With the pillar-to-pillar 55-inch-total-diagonal display screen, and obtainable government second row seating, the ESCALADE IQ is one other proud expression of Cadillac’s suave integration of main innovation,” mentioned Bryan Nesbitt, government director, International Cadillac Design.

ESCALADE IQ’s new design pushed the wheels farther to the corners, for a extra powerful-looking and planted stance. The proportions converse to its presence and scale. Beginning with a protracted, dynamic hood and ending with a faster-sloping roofline on the rear, all of which contributes to a sportier aesthetic.

A lot of the ESCALADE IQ’s sophistication is derived from rigorously and fantastically sculpted surfaces. The design staff seemed to create a dynamic steadiness between crispness and curvature. ESCALADE IQ’s aspect profile options flush aspect glass and a big glass roof that provides the looks of seamless physique traces.

“Now we have added extra sculpture to each floor,” mentioned Jawook Koo, design supervisor, Cadillac Exteriors. “It appears easy, however you see a sleek transition of each floor together with robust bodylines with gesture. It’s such consideration to element that makes it extra expressive.”

The suave integration of lighting reinforces ESCALADE IQ’s expressive design, serving to to deepen the connection between the shopper and their car. The ESCALADE IQ encompasses a robust vertical mild signature for each day and evening, with tall entrance daytime operating mild blades and vertically oriented excessive/low beams. Dramatic lighting choreography at each method and departure showcases the technical prowess of Cadillac design whereas additionally creating a novel rhythm — a dynamic symphony of sunshine with a formidable refrain of LEDs.

Further ESCALADE IQ exterior particulars embody:

• Obtainable energy open-and-close exterior door entry system. All 4 doorways energy open and shut on the contact of a button, and if activated, the driving force’s door will routinely open as the driving force approaches with the important thing fob
• Motorized cost port door that opens routinely with a contact
• Giant eTrunk compartment beneath the hood with 12 cubic ft of storage
• Dynamic 24-inch wheel designs

In step with different automobiles within the Cadillac portfolio, ESCALADE IQ delineates itself with two personas: Luxurious and Sport. This trim technique allows the shopper to decide on a car that matches their very own persona and preferences. Every gives distinctive appearances, together with brushed aluminum metallic finishes on areas such because the wheels and exterior moldings on Luxurious, and a darkened steel end on Sport.

Clients may also choose a dramatic two-tone look by deciding on the obtainable black-painted roof — a surprising visible distinction to the six physique colours along with black.

Ultramodern but timeless inside

The all-new ESCALADE IQ seamlessly melds considerate particulars and architectural affect with superior applied sciences, creating an inside setting befitting the long-lasting Escalade identify.

“You might have by no means seen an Escalade fairly like this,” mentioned Craig Sass, design supervisor, Cadillac Interiors. “It’s a real renaissance — an immersive inside expertise that elevates the bar for the way forward for luxurious transportation.”

Impressed by the worlds of structure, upscale furnishings, style and extra, ESCALADE IQ is open, ethereal and spacious, and incorporates superior applied sciences launched on the ultra-luxury Cadillac CELESTIQ.

Highlights embody:

• A shocking, curved pillar-to-pillar 55-inch-total-diagonal LED show powered by a subsequent era Snapdragon®¹² Cockpit Platform from Qualcomm Applied sciences, Inc. creates a vibrant first impression that solely will get higher over time with intuitive digital Sensible Controls, similar to Common Distant management while you pull as much as your storage, which reinforces the expertise. Using connectivity from Qualcomm Applied sciences’ Snapdragon® Auto 5G Modem-RF system, the ESCALADE IQ raises the bar for in-vehicle experiences. The built-in infotainment expertise is additional customized and enhanced with Google built-in¹³. With Google Assistant®¹⁴, Google Maps, and Google Play, clients can entry hands-free communication, dwell site visitors updates, data on close by charging stations, obtain their favourite apps and extra.
• Consideration to element consists of an obtainable Government Second-Row Seating package deal that blends magnificence with task-oriented consolation, together with options similar to stowable tray tables, 12.6-inch-diagonal private screens, a rear command heart display screen, twin wi-fi cellphone charging¹⁵ pads, USB-C¹⁶ and HDMI ports, massaging seats and headrest audio system.
• Energy folding third row permits for seven complete passengers and folds flat for extra storage.
• Spaciousness is enhanced by the panoramic fastened glass roof that spans the primary and second rows of seating, creating an immersive expertise and spectacular view for each passenger. The roof glass is tinted and handled with a UV-filtering movie that ensures the cabin stays snug, even on shiny days.
• Inside themes have fun daring, progressive coloration mixtures and contrasting particulars to additional set up Cadillac’s EV persona.
• Immersive, 360-degree audio expertise with obtainable 40-speaker AKG Studio Reference audio system when geared up with the Government Second Row package deal. The Luxurious 2 and Sport 2 programs embody a 36-speaker AKG Studio Reference audio system. The usual system for Luxurious 1 and Sport 1 trims is a 19-speaker AKG Studio audio system.

Moreover, the ESCALADE IQ is linked by OnStar¹⁷ to raise the in-vehicle expertise by a wide range of security, leisure, comfort and driver help applied sciences, together with obtainable Tremendous Cruise².

Whether or not a buyer chooses Luxurious or Sport, each provide superior ranges of premium content material, that means each proprietor has the identical uncompromising stage of expertise and luxury, with 4 complete inside theme choices to select from.

“We pushed for extra expressive colours and extra inventive trim finishes, creating fully-designed ‘themes’ the shopper can select,” says Sass. “Moreover, ultra-premium supplies and considerate ending touches add a tactile sensation. Certainly, each ingredient of the car is meant to deepen the connection between the shopper and their car.”

As with the outside, the dramatic inside lighting consists of customizable ambient lighting with 126 coloration selections, permitting the proprietor to curate a extra private expertise. With the obtainable illuminated trim, even the inside décor illuminates, making a heat, inviting glow.

The inside trim options delicate detailing within the daylight, with laser-etched patterns accenting the wooden panels. They mild up at evening for a novel look and a particular aura.

Crafted at Manufacturing facility ZERO

Common manufacturing of the ESCALADE IQ begins subsequent summer season at GM’s Manufacturing facility ZERO Detroit-Hamtramck Meeting Heart in Michigan, with home and globally sourced elements.

Manufacturing facility ZERO was renovated and retooled with a $2.2 billion funding to function the launchpad for GM’s EV technique.

Pricing begins at round $130,000 together with vacation spot costs¹⁹. Go to www.cadillac.com for extra data.

¹On a full cost based mostly on growth testing and/or analytical projection in line with SAE J1634 revision 2017 – MCT. EPA estimate not but obtainable. Vary topic to alter previous to manufacturing. Precise vary might differ based mostly on a number of components, together with ambient temperature, terrain, battery age and situation, loading, and the way you employ and keep your car.
²At all times listen whereas driving and when utilizing Tremendous Cruise. Don’t use a hand-held gadget. Requires lively Tremendous Cruise plan or trial. Phrases apply. Go to cadillac.com/supercruise for suitable roads and full particulars.
³Restricted to low speeds. Learn the car Proprietor’s Handbook for vital characteristic limitations and data.
⁴Precise cost instances will differ based mostly on battery beginning state of cost, battery situation, output of charger, car settings and battery temperature. See the Proprietor’s Manuals to your car and charger for extra particulars & limitations.
⁵On a closed course.
⁶On a closed course solely. Based mostly on preliminary car motion.
⁷Most trailering rankings are meant for comparability functions solely. Before you purchase a car or use it for trailering, rigorously overview the trailering part of the Proprietor’s Handbook. The trailering capability of your particular car might differ. The load of passengers, cargo and choices or equipment might scale back the quantity you’ll be able to trailer.
⁸Characteristic could also be restricted when the battery temperatures are extraordinarily chilly or sizzling or when battery is close to full cost.  At all times use the brake pedal when it’s worthwhile to cease instantly.  See Proprietor’s Handbook for particulars.
⁹Characteristic could also be restricted when the battery temperatures are extraordinarily chilly or sizzling or when battery is close to full cost.  See Proprietor’s Handbook for particulars.
¹⁰ After preliminary 3-year interval, an eligible OnStar Tremendous Cruise plan have to be bought. Companies differ by car and mannequin and require lively service plan, working electrical system, cell reception and GPS sign. Doesn’t embody security companies. Tremendous Cruise automobiles are linked to emergency companies. See onstar.com for particulars and limitations.
¹¹Security or driver help options aren’t any substitute for the driving force’s accountability to function the car in a secure method. The motive force ought to stay attentive to site visitors, environment and street situations always. Visibility, climate, and street situations might have an effect on characteristic efficiency. Learn the car’s proprietor’s handbook for extra vital characteristic limitations and data.
¹²Snapdragon branded merchandise are merchandise of Qualcomm Applied sciences, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Integrated.
¹³ Google built-in companies are topic to limitations and availability might differ by car, infotainment system, and placement. Choose service plan required. Sure Google actions and performance might require account linking. Consumer phrases and privateness statements apply.
¹⁴ Service availability, options and performance are topic to limitations and differ by car, gadget, location and lively service plan. Machine knowledge connection is required. Google Actions require account linking to make use of. Lock/unlock characteristic requires automated locks. Distant begin/cease requires GM factory-installed and -enabled distant begin system. See onstar.com for particulars and limitations. ^®2023 Google LLC. All rights reserved. Google, Android, Google Assistant and different associated marks and logos are emblems of Google LLC.
¹⁵The system wirelessly costs one suitable cell gadget. Some telephones have built-in wi-fi charging expertise and others require a particular adaptor/again cowl. To examine for cellphone or different gadget compatibility, see my.cadillac.com/study or seek the advice of your service.
¹⁶Not suitable with all gadgets.
¹⁷See onstar.com for particulars and limitations. Companies differ by mannequin. Service plan required.
¹⁸Cargo and cargo capability restricted by weight and distribution.
¹⁹The Producer’s Instructed Retail Value excludes, tax, title, license, vendor charges and non-compulsory gear. Seller units last value.

2025 CADILLAC ESCALADE IQ PRELIMINARY SPECIFCATIONS

EFFICIENCY

¹On a full cost based mostly on growth testing and/or analytical projection in line with SAE J1634 revision 2017 – MCT. Vary topic to alter previous to manufacturing. Precise vary might differ based mostly on a number of components, together with ambient temperature, terrain, battery age and situation, loading, and the way you employ and keep your car.

BATTERY SYSTEM:

ELECTRIC DRIVE:

¹Based mostly on GM testing

CHARGING TIMES¹

¹Precise cost instances will differ based mostly on battery situation, output of charger, car settings and outdoors temperature. See the car’s Proprietor’s Handbook for extra limitations.
²Residence charging requires professionally put in 100A devoted cost station, bought individually.

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION

¹Decrease-profile tires put on sooner. Tire and wheel injury might happen on tough or broken roads or from surfaces, curbs, particles or obstacles. This injury just isn’t lined by the GM New Automobile Restricted Guarantee. For extra particulars, go to my.cadillac.com/learnabout/tires or see your vendor.

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

CAPACITIES   

¹Cargo and cargo capability restricted by weight and distribution
²Before you purchase a car or use it for trailering, rigorously overview the Trailering part of the Proprietor’s Handbook. The load of passengers, cargo, and choices or equipment might scale back the quantity you’ll be able to tow.