2012 Cadillac Escalade

Basic Specs

Base Price $63,170
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 5545
City (MPG) 14
Hwy (MPG) 18
Horsepower 403@5700
Torque (lb-ft) 417@4300
Wheelbase 116.0
Length (in.) 202.5
Width (in.) 79.0
Height (in.) 75.9

The Cadillac Escalade has become a favorite of the hip-hop set and with high profile individuals everywhere since the full size luxury SUV first debuted in 1999, essentially as an up-level GMC Yukon. Now in its third generation, the Escalade still shares underpinnings with the Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe , but it features unique exterior styling, a more luxurious interior and a more powerful engine compared with its platform mates that allows it to compete with prestigious rivals.

The Escalade, which is also offered as the long-wheelbase ESV, the pickup EXT and in green Hybrid form, is powered by a 6.2-liter Vortec V8 with variable valve timing, good for 403 horsepower and 417 pound-feet of torque. This motor shifts through a 6-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission with driver shift control. Rear wheel drive is standard, while all wheel drive can be selected as an option.

The Escalade comes standard with a full leather and wood trimmed interior, a Bose 5.1 surround sound system, and a road sensing suspension that features computer controlled real-time damping. The second row can be configured with either a bench or bucket seats.

An Ultra Luxury Collection package is optional, featuring extras such as heated and cooled seats, a heated steering wheel, and a DVD navigation system. Also included are niceties such as power folding second row seats, a rearview backup camera, and enormous 22-inch 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels sure to satisfy customers looking for extra bling.

The Escalade's safety features include dual front impact airbags as well as side curtain airbags for the first, second, and third rows. To prevent collisions, the Escalade is equipped with a StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with rollover mitigation and traction control that applies brake pressure or cuts engine speed to regain traction.

Key Competitors
The Escalade faces competition from a number of strong contenders in the full-size luxury SUV segment, including the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class , the Infiniti QX56 and the Audi Q7 .

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    • General
    • Body Style: SUV
    • Size: Fullsize
    • Market Segment: Luxury
    • Weight: 5545 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 202.5 in.
    • Width: 79.0 in.
    • Height: 75.9 in.
    • Wheelbase: 116.0 in.
    • Ground Clearance: 9.0 in.
    • Front Track: 68.2 in.
    • Rear Track: 67.0 in.
    • Weight Distribution: 52/48
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 7
    • Passenger Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume: 108.9 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 41.3 in.
    • Head Room: 41.1 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 65.2 in.
    • Hip Room: 60.5 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 39.0 in.
    • Head Room: 39.2 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 65.2 in.
    • Hip Room: 60.8 in.
    • Interior - Third Row
    • Leg Room: 25.6 in.
    • Head Room: 37.9 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 61.7 in.
    • Hip Room: 49.1 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 6.2L V8
    • Power: 403 hp @ 5700 rpm
    • Torque: 417 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm
    • Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 18 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 14 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 18" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: P265/65R18
    • Rear: 18" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: P265/65R18
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 8300 lbs
    • Payload: 1555
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      Rear Wheel Drive

      • 403 hp 6.2L V8 VVT engine Standard features include:
      • HID headlamps
      • Power liftgate
      • Navigation system2
      • Rearview camera
      • Bose® 5.1 Surround Sound System
      • Heated and cooled front seats
      • Bluetooth® for Phone Interface3
      • XM Radio with three trial months4
      • OnStar® Directions & Connections plan standard for one year5
      • Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance

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      All Wheel Drive

      • Includes all 6.2L V8 Standard features plus:
      • Magnetic Ride Control
      • 22" chromed aluminum wheels7
      • Intellibeam headlamps
      • Sunroof
      • Side Blind Zone Alert
      • Heated steering wheel
      • Power-release fold-and-tumble second-row seat

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      Standard

      • Bose® 5.1 surround sound 10-speaker audio system
      • USB audio connectivity
      • Bluetooth® for phone interface
      • Heated and cooled driver and front passenger seats
      • Audio system with navigation and Bose® 5.1 surround sound 10-speaker system
      • Rearview camera
      • NavTraffic®
      • 1 year of OnStar® Directions and Connections® plan
      • Adaptive Remote Start
      • 18" x 8" 7-spoke aluminum wheels
      • Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist
      • StabiliTrak, vehicle stability enhancement system

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      Luxury

      • The Luxury trim includes or replaces features included on the Standard trim:
      • Heated steering wheel
      • Second row power seat release
      • Power sunroof
      • 22" x 9" 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels
      • IntelliBeam® headlamps
      • Side Blind Zone Alert
      • Magnetic Ride Control™ Suspension Package

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      Premium

      • The Premium trim includes or replaces features included on the Luxury trim:
      • Rear seat entertainment system with in-dash DVD player
      • 22" x 9" 7-spoke aluminum wheels
      • Power-retractable assist steps

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      Platinum

      • The Platinum trim includes or replaces features included on the Premium trim:
      • Cup holders, heated and cooled
      • 22" x 9" 7-spoke chromed aluminum wheels
      • LED headlamps

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    Exterior

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      Body-color grille

      • This body-color grille is designed and engineered to fit perfectly and adds a distinctive appearance to your vehicle. It includes a striking chrome mesh design and proudly displays the Cadillac Wreath and Crest. This grille requires the available Black Raven or White Diamond Tricoat exterior color.

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      P265/65R18 all-season blackwall TL AL2 tires

      • These 18" all-season tires are designed to provide plenty of road grip in a variety of weather conditions throughout the year.

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      Audio system w/ navigation & Bose 5.1 surround sound 10-speaker system

      • This AM/FM/SiriusXM1 stereo system with navigation incorporates an array of advanced audio technologies to bring you real choices in entertainment. It includes a Bose® 5.1 surround sound 10-speaker system, an MP3/CD/DVD video/audio changer, voice recognition, compact flash playback capability, a USB interface2, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Radio Data System® (RDS)3 and clock.
      • Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the trial period. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your subscription, service will automatically renew and bill, at the rates in effect at the time of renewal, until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Available only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 contiguous USA and D.C.

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      Front seats w/ leather seating surfaces

      • The sporty, yet luxurious front bucket seats pamper both the driver and front passenger with sumptuous leather seating surfaces. Customize your comfort with the 14-way power seat adjusters, which includes a 4-way power lumbar control available at each front seat. Each of you can also select from 3 settings for the heated driver and front pasenger seat cushions and seatbacks, a welcome feature on cool mornings or chilly evenings. When it is time to change drivers, a 2-position driver memory system remembers your settings.

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      Second row bucket seats w/ leather seating surfaces

      • First class for the second row. These comfortable reclining bucket seats feature sumptuous leather seating surfaces, heated seat cushions with 3 temperature settings and fold-down armrests.

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      Second row 60/40 split-folding bench seat w/ leather seating surfaces

      • Enjoy the practical versatility of a split-folding, 3-passenger bench seat and still regally accommodate your second row passengers. With sumptuous leather seating surfaces, a center armrest and heated seat cushions (in the outboard seating positions) with 3 temperature settings, the second row is incredibly comfortable.

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      All-weather floor mats for the first & second row

      • These premium mats feature a custom deep-ribbed pattern to collect rain, mud, snow and debris. Nibs on the back help hold the mats in place and conform to the first and second row floor areas. The two front mats prominently feature the Escalade logo.

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      All-weather third row floor mat

      • This premium mat features a custom deep-ribbed pattern to collect rain, mud, snow and debris. Nibs on back help hold mat in place and conform to the third row floor.

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      Rear cargo mat

      • This deep-ribbed all-weather mat provides an exact fit to the cargo area to help protect your carpet.

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    Mechanical

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      6.2L Vortec V8 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) engine

      • 403 hp @ 5700 rpm
      • 417 lb-ft of torque @ 4300 rpm
      • Active Fuel Management®
      • Sequential Fuel Injection
      • E85 FlexFuel capability1
      • Paired with the Hydra-Matic® 6L80 heavy-duty 6-speed automatic transmission
      • Backed by the 100,000-mile/5-year Powertrain Limited Warranty2

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      6-speed automatic transmission

      • The Hydra-Matic 6L80 heavy-duty 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is electronically controlled to help provide smooth, seamless shifting. It includes a Tow/Haul mode that is engineered to address the demands of a vehicle load or trailer and give you more driving confidence when trailering.

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      18" x 8" 7-spoke aluminum wheels

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