It’s not every day that an automotive marvel manages to seamlessly blend an air of extravagance with advanced technology and sheer power. Enter the 2023 Cadillac Escalade – a luxury SUV that promises more than just an ordinary drive. Here’s a closer look at the latest from Cadillac, which is setting benchmarks in the SUV arena.

Trim Levels & Offerings

The 2023 Escalade boasts a line-up of five impressive trims: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, and Sport Platinum. Notably, each trim level comes with a standard 4WD, ensuring that, regardless of your choice, capability isn’t compromised.

Exterior Accents

The Escalade’s first impression is nothing short of commanding. Standard LED headlamps and taillamps ensure that this SUV is always seen, while the hands-free, power liftgate adds a touch of tech-savviness to functionality – even projecting the Cadillac logo for that extra flair.

Comfort & Convenience

When it comes to interior ambiance, Cadillac leaves no stone unturned. With standard interior ambient lighting, the atmosphere inside is always premium. For those willing to elevate the luxury, the Premium Luxury Platinum and Sport Platinum trims come equipped with a console refrigerator and freezer – perfect for those longer drives.

Suspension & Ride

Driving the Escalade promises to be an experience, with Magnetic Ride Control, Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, and an electronic limited-slip differential available to ensure a smooth and controlled ride.

Infotainment & Connectivity

Step inside, and the industry-first curved OLED display takes the center stage. This Escalade boasts over 38 inches of total diagonal display area, including a 16.9-inch-diagonal colour touchscreen. Coupled with a standard Navigation system that utilizes Augmented Reality and the 19-speaker AKG Studio sound system, every journey promises to be an auditory and visual treat. Audiophiles have the option to upgrade to the 36-speaker AKG Studio Reference system for an unmatched sound experience.

Driver Awareness & Safety

Safety is paramount in the new Escalade. The Cadillac Smart System offers a myriad of standard features such as Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, and a HD Rear Vision Camera. Additional advanced tech, like the Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist, Head-Up Display, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert, are available on the higher trims, ensuring utmost safety.

Power & Performance

Under the hood, the standard 6.2L V8 engine churns out a meaty 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. Those looking for a different kind of power can opt for the available 3.0L Turbo-Diesel, boasting 277 hp with the same torque. And with the 10-speed automatic transmission, the Escalade promises both smoothness and power in every gear.

Space & Trailering

Space is abundant, with a max cargo room of 3,426 litres when both the 2nd & 3rd row seats are folded. And for those adventure-filled weekends or boat trips, the Escalade has a trailering capacity of up to 3,629 kg (8,000 lbs.) with the 6.2L engine and trailering package.

In summary, the Cadillac Escalade is not just an SUV; it’s a statement. Be it the advanced tech, luxurious trims, powerful engines, or the meticulous attention to detail – Cadillac proves once again why it stands tall in the world of luxury vehicles.