Cadillac Escalade-V
Cadillac revealed the 2025 Escalade, bringing a thoughtfully refreshed interior and exterior to the iconic and best-selling luxury full-size SUV.
"The Escalade has always been about bold American craftsmanship, technology and performance, and has continuously raised the standard of full-size SUV luxury since it was introduced 25 years ago," said John Roth, vice president, Global Cadillac. "The Escalade franchise has defined Cadillac for five generations. As the best-selling luxury full-size SUV in North America since 2014, and with more than 1 million units sold globally, the expansion of the portfolio to include a refreshed Escalade and the all-new all-electric ESCALADE IQ later this year positions the brand well to offer an Escalade that meets the needs of all customers."
The Escalade has channeled Cadillac's signature design, technology and performance since the beginning, and has earned its place in American pop culture. The new 2025 Escalade elevates what owners love most about the iconic luxury SUV.
Design
The expectations and desires of Escalade customers are well understood by the Cadillac design team. The 2025 Escalade takes design cues from the best of what Cadillac has to offer and brings them to life in the refreshed 2025 Escalade. On the exterior, the 2025 Escalade features thoughtful updates that continue the successful design language launched with the 2021 model year, including a new, bolder front-end design.
The 2025 Escalade incorporates advanced lighting technology inherited from ESCALADE IQ. Functional lighting elements move from a horizontal to vertical arrangement, reinforcing the strong Cadillac identity - both during the day and at night.
A bolder front-end includes details inspired by the CELESTIQ and LYRIQ design language, including a standard illuminated front crest and, on the V-Series and Premium Luxury Platinum trims, an illuminated grille surround. Rear lighting has been refined while remaining unmistakably Escalade.
New for the 2025 Escalade are available 24-inch wheels, the largest ever offered on an Escalade, and three new exterior colors: Aegean Stone, a bold, deep green gray with a confident solid appearance; Deep Sea Metallic, a rich metallic blue with a hint of gold in the highlight; and Latte Metallic, a modern light bronze with elegant metallic effect. Power open-and-close doors are also available.
Inside, much of ESCALADE IQ's interior design comes to life, balancing technology and luxury for an immersive experience for drivers and passengers.
The interior features an available Executive Second Row package that blends beauty with task-oriented functionality featuring stowable tray tables, 12.6-inch-diagonal personal screens, a rear command center, dual wireless phone charging pads, massaging seats and headrest speakers.
Two new interior palette options are available for the 2025 Escalade. Renaissance Red features a leather interior, adorned with a faceted quilt and perforated seats, and a dark open pore wood veneer with a high contrast pore filler to complete the look. Jet Black and Sheer Gray features a contrasting leather and heathered grey fabric, faceted quilted and perforated seats, and high gloss wood veneer utilizing a linear marquetry technique to create a layering effect of tones and textures. Customers can personalize their interior lighting, choosing from 126 color ambient lighting options in two zones.
Additionally, the 2025 Escalade-V receives a new authentic carbon-fiber performance-focused interior, surrounded by a deep Jet Black leather interior and uniquely quilted and perforated seats exclusive to V-Series.
"Escalade is about being bold, arriving with style, and making a statement. The 2025 Escalade continues the design story introduced in the 2021 Escalade, but with thoughtful and dramatic updates that showcase the best of what Cadillac has to offer," said Vicente Beire, lead designer, 2025 Cadillac Escalade.
Technology
Escalade has always featured the best of what Cadillac has to offer from a technology and innovation perspective. The 2025 Escalade is no different, brimming with technology to enhance the in-cabin experience.
The 2025 Escalade features:
- Curved pillar-to-pillar 55-inch total diagonal display for an immersive and personalized infotainment experience with voice control, navigation, an app store, and more. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also available
- Seating available for up to eight total passengers, with a power folding third row which folds flat for more storage
- AKG Studio 19-speaker audio system standard, with available AKG Studio Reference 36-speaker system, which increases to 40 speakers with available Executive Second Row package
- Standard Super Cruise driver assistance technology on all trims (3 years OnStar Super Cruise plan)
- Available 5G Wi-Fi® hotspot capability connected by OnStar, along with a comprehensive suite of OnStar safety and connected services that enhances each journey and delivers extra peace of mind
- Ample passenger entertainment options, including HD streaming and browser compatibility, so customers can log into any streaming app and watch
- Available Night Vision (standard on V-Series & Platinum trims)
- Full-color Head-Up Display (standard for Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport Platinum and V-Series trims)
- Available power open-and-close exterior door entry system (standard on Platinum and V-Series trims). All four doors power open and close at the touch of a button on the door handle or from the command center, and if activated, the driver's door will automatically open as the driver approaches with the key fob
"Escalade has always been a leader in innovation and technology, starting with the 1999 Escalade offering the safety and convenience of OnStar hardware as standard equipment. The 2025 Escalade features the best technology of what Cadillac has to offer," said Martin Hayes, Escalade chief engineer.
Performance
The 2025 Escalade features proven driving dynamics, paired with the passenger and cargo capacities customers expect. Confident performance with advanced chassis technologies and a spacious interior combine to offer an elevated driving experience, continuing the success of the performance and driving dynamics introduced with the 2021 Escalade.
The 2025 Escalade features:
- Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 (standard for Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport Platinum and V-Series trims) and Air Ride Adaptive Suspension isolate passengers from undesirable road surfaces while providing precise steering and feel
- Isolated Precision, Cadillac's ride and handling philosophy - quiet, smooth and effortless with a strong connection to the road
- Independent front and rear suspension standard
- Available V-Series variant, with 6.2L Supercharged V8 engine with 682 horsepower
- A suite of standard active safety and driver assistance features
"The 2025 Escalade continues many elements our customers expect, including both ride and seating comfort, passenger seating capacity, and cargo space and flexibility, as well as Cadillac's ride and handling philosophy," said Hayes.
On sale in late 2024
The 2025 Escalade starts production in late 2024 in North America, with availability in other regions to follow. It is manufactured at GM's Arlington Assembly plant in Texas. Arlington Assembly, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary in 2024, is the exclusive assembly site for the gas-powered Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV and Escalade-V.
The 2025 Escalade will be offered in six distinct trims - Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport Platinum and V-Series.
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