Cadillac Escalade
What It Is
The fullest of the full-size GMT900 SUVs, the Escalade and Escalade ESV get all the best from the GM parts bin.
What You Should Know
The 403-horsepower, 6.2-liter V-8 and the all-new six-speed automatic are the gold standard of the segment, but they cost. Base pricing starts at $55K and can run up to $70K.
Bottom Line
All the bling you could ever want on the best chassis and butter-smooth suspension GM makesoand you can tow and carry just about anything.
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade |
| Base price range | $55,120-$60,075 |
| Price As Tested | $67,305 (AWD) |
| Vehicle Layout | Front engine, AWD, 7-pass, 4-door SUV |
| Engine | 6.2L/403-hp/417-lb-ft OHV 16-valve V-8 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Curb Weight (f/r dist) | 5777 lb (51/49%) |
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in |
| Length x width x height | 202.5 x 79.0 x 74.3 in |
| Max Cargo Capacity | 108.9-137.4 Cu Ft |
| Max Towing Capacity | 7700-7800 lb |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 15.0 sec @ 93.7 mph |
| Braking, 60-0 mph | 135 ft |
| Lateral Acceleration | 0.73 g (avg) |
| 600-foot slalom | 57.2 mph (avg) |
| MT figure eight | 28.8 sec @ 0.57 g (avg) |
| EPA city/hwy fuel econ | 13/19 mpg (est) |
| Bet You Didn't Know | The Escalade's 22-inch wheels cost $2995, but are crash- and endurance-tested, unlike aftermarket dubs. |
| Sum Up | Well differentiated from its corporate cousins and popular with its fans, the Escalade finds its groove. |