Cadillac Escalade (2006 – 2010) Review
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Cadillac Escalade (2006 – 2010) Verdict
Plenty of bling, plenty of gadgets and plenty of American V8.
Supersize-me proportions suit America better than Europe. Could not be more 'environmentally incorrect'.
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Cadillac Escalade (2006 – 2010) models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 5142–5151 mm |
| Width | 2008 mm |
| Height | 1887–1927 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2946 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 2592–2779 kg |
| Boot Space | 98–3084 L |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Servicing | 10000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £46,108–£95,200 |
| Insurance Groups | - |
| Road Tax Bands | M |
| Official MPG | 17.4–25.9 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | - |
On sale until October 2015
| SUV | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 6.2 V8 Platinum 5dr Auto | £93,300 | - | - |
| 6.2 V8 Platinum ESV 5dr Auto | £95,200 | - | - |
| 6.2 V8 Premium 5dr Auto | £84,500 | - | - |
| 6.2 V8 Premium ESV 5dr Auto | £86,400 | - | - |
On sale until January 2015
| SUV | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 6.0 V8 Sport Luxury Hybrid (with rear seat entertainment system) 5dr Auto | £78,220 | 25.9 mpg | 8.4 s |
| 6.0 V8 Sport Luxury Hybrid 5dr Auto | £73,180 | 25.9 mpg | 8.4 s |
| 6.2 V8 Sport Luxury (with rear seat entertainment system) 5dr Auto | £70,060 | 19.5 mpg | 6.7 s |
| 6.2 V8 Sport Luxury 5dr Auto | £64,960 | 19.5 mpg | 6.7 s |
On sale until November 2012
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 6.0 V8 Platinum Hybrid 5dr Auto | £83,908 | 25.9 mpg | 8.4 s |
| 6.2 V8 Platinum 5dr Auto | £74,994 | 19.5 mpg | 6.7 s |
On sale until June 2011
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 6.2 V8 Sport Luxury 5dr Auto | £55,675 | 17.4 mpg | 6.8 s |
On sale until December 2008
| 4 X 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 6.2 V8 Elegance Auto | £46,108 | - | - |
Model History
March 2006
New Escalade revealed
Has 6.2-litre all-aluminium V8 VVT engine with an output 409hp (301kW) and 565Nm torque. Based on GM's brand new full-size SUV floorpan, has new powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems. Efficient six-speed automatic transmission with Driver Shift Control.
Stronger frame chassis with responsive coil-over-shock front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering. Standard roof-mounted head curtain side air bags and StabiliTrak stability control system with new rollover mitigation technology. Bose 5.1 Digital Surround audio system, including available navigation radio with touch-screen control. Options include chrome wheels, climate controlled front seats, power fold and tumble 2nd row seats, power articulating running boards and power liftgate
Variations include the ESV (extended version) and the EXT (pick-up version) but these will not be launched in Europe. Details of prices, specifications and standard equipment of the European version of the Escalade will be available closer to launch.
5,052mm (16' 7") long x 2,004 (6' 7") wide.
November 2007
2008 Cadillac Escalade offers eight-seat luxury, refinement and exclusivity. Permanent 4x4 system with up to 50-50% / front-rear torque split. Exclusive 409 ps 6.2-litre V8 petrol engine with six-speed automatic. Two models on sale in UK from £47,100.
Completely redesigned last year, the 2008 Cadillac Escalade features integrated powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems that deliver the most powerful and efficient of luxury SUVs. It is a high-profile, iconic vehicle that embodies the true spirit of Cadillac in its most luxurious and capable form.
In the UK, Escalade customers can choose from Elegance or Sport Luxury equipment/trim levels, with prices ranging from £47,100 (on-the-road) to £50,100, and from a selection of seven exterior colours and two interior colours.
All are on standard 18" wheels with 205/65 R18 Tyres.
Manufactured in the USA, the 2008 Cadillac Escalade is built at GM’s award-winning facility in Arlington, Texas.
