2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Utility

2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Utility

Summary

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The extended wheelbase trim of the standard Escalade, the 2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a full-size luxury SUV with seating for seven. Under the hood drivers will find a 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces 403 hp and 417 lb-ft of torque, for an impressive 0-60 time of 6.2 seconds. A 6-speed automatic transmission is mated to AWD to enable the Escalade to achieve an EPA estimated 13 mpg city and 18 mpg highway. Features include 22-inch wheels, HID headlights, power liftgate, power sunroof, remote start, DVD entertainment system, and premium audio. Safety is comprised of anti-lock braking (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD), advanced airbags, vehicle stability assist (VSA), and tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). The Escalade is backed by a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Utility

The Cadillac Escalade has a lot in common with GM's other full-size SUVs-- the Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban and GMC Yukon/XL, underneath--but its interior sets it apart. The Escalade's cabin is one of the most impressive, opulent interiors offered in an SUV, and ride quality and overall interior quality are top-notch. All the more impressive is the way the Escalade performs and handles considering its size and weight. The Hybrid version, though more expensive, doesn't give up any of the standard Escalade's luxury, handling, or ride quality, but does manage to get up to 50% better fuel economy.

What's new for 2013?

The Cadillac Escalade continues into 2013 essentially unchanged. The brakes have been recalibrated and there are a few new colors offered, but the 2013 Escalade is otherwise the same as last year's model.

Model Strengths

• Tough, stylish exterior
• opulent interior appointments
• strong V8 performance
• impressive tow ratings
• comfortable ride and handling for such a big truck-based vehicle
• high-efficiency hybrid powertrain availability

Model Review

The Escalade includes three different models--the standard Escalade and extended-length Escalade ESV, which are luxurious sport-utility vehicles; and the Escalade EXT, which includes most of the attributes of the Escalade SUV but offers a pickup bed.

2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Utility

2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Utility

Safety Ratings What do the Safety Ratings mean? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) performs independent crash testing of new vehicles and then assigns them a score based on their performance. The overall crash test rating is based on how a vehicle performs in the following tests: Driver Crash Grade: Measures the chance of a serious injury to a crash test dummy that is placed in a driver's seat and driven into a fixed barrier at 35 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less chance of injury. Passenger Crash Grade: Similar to the driver crash grade, only now the focus is on the passenger. Rollover Resistance: Simulates an emergency lane change to measure the likelihood of a vehicle rolling over. A five-star rating means there is 10 percent or less risk of rollover. Side Impact Crash Test - Front: Focuses on the front side of a vehicle. It simulates crashes that can occur in intersections by striking a 3,015-pound weight against the side of a vehicle at 38.5 MPH. A five-star rating means there is 5 percent or less chance of injury. Side Impact Crash Test - Rear: Similar to the front side impact test only now the focus is on the rear passenger.
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Safety Features & Equipment

2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Utility

2WD 4dr Base

2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Utility

2WD 4dr Base