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2009 Cadillac Escalade Photo Gallery: What's new for 2009


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In 2009, Escalade extends that leadership thanks to the world's first hybrid in the large luxury SUV class, as well as a new ultra-luxury Platinum Edition with even more segment-first technologies. Escalade Hybrid delivers a 50-percent fuel economy improvement in city driving. A separate release outlining the Escalade Hybrid's features is part of Cadillac's 2009 product information.

 2009 Cadillac Escalade

Escalade Platinum is the fullest expression of the brand's dramatic design, luxury and technology. The '09 Escalade Platinum becomes one of the most technically advanced SUVs with the additions of segment-first LED headlamps and the world's fastest-acting suspension, Cadillac's Magnetic Ride Control. Magnetic Ride Control, standard on the Platinum Edition, also becomes available as an option on other Escalade models in 2009.

Escalade continues to offer the most complete model lineup in the luxury SUV category, with three distinct body styles. The standard Escalade is joined by the extended "maximum passenger and cargo space" ESV model, as well as the innovative EXT model. The EXT model features a reconfigurable cargo bed, including the segment-exclusive Midgate that enables the rear compartment to flex between passenger and cargo space.

 2009 Cadillac Escalade

The Escalade lineup features integrated powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems that deliver the most powerful, efficient luxury SUVs in the segment, led by a 6.2L all-aluminum V-8 engine with variable valve timing technology delivering 403 horsepower (301 kW) and 417 lb.-ft. of torque (565 Nm). The 6.2L engine has been revised to run using renewable E85 ethanol, making it a flex-fuel vehicle for the first time.

The Escalade and Escalade ESV are available in AWD and 2WD configurations. The Escalade EXT sport-utility truck features standard, full-time AWD. A strong frame and chassis support the Escalade's robust powertrain and enable exceptional responsiveness and ride and handling smoothness.

 2009 Cadillac Escalade

 2009 Cadillac Escalade


 2009 Cadillac Escalade

 2009 Cadillac Escalade


 2009 Cadillac Escalade

 2009 Cadillac Escalade


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