There is nothing like driving a smooth automobile feeling safe, knowing it is well built and ready to travel. Anymore many vehicles are not up to the same specifications as you would expect. So for the true driving experience try a Cadillac Escalade. Now how did they get to be? General Motors first step into the SUV market in 1999 after the other automakers began their debuted SUV”s in 1998. In 1999, it started out to look more like the Yukon Denali then came the EXT version which was built like the Avalanche pickup truck. The escalade, a full-size luxury sport utility vehicle through 2000 – 2001; production was limited and halted for the 2002 year. The second generation was built more in line with the Chevrolet Suburban – the Escalade was redesigned to look more like the Cadillac design theme that is the more popular model and sold between 2002 – 2006. Now we are in the third generation and do they look good. The Escalade is still the best-selling full size luxury SUV with more chrome, better handling, better performing motor and better quality of material also more refined . The current models are the Escalade, Escalade Hybrid EXV and EXT.
The current Escalade 6.2L Vortec V8 VVT (with E85 Capability) is a Hydra-matic , heavy duty 6 Speed and auto transmission it comes with rear wheel or all wheel drive both with 403 horsepower engine. That is get up and go power when you need it. The Escalade goes through the snow when needed with all wheel drive. Some other facts for the car enthusiast are: Wheel base (in) 116.0 Length (in) 202.5 Height (in)79.5 Width in) 79 curb weight auto trans (Lbs) 5691.
The Cadillac Escalade ESV comes in 2 wheel or all wheel drive, seats seven to eight people who can enjoy the ride. That is a comfort level the large family or on the go traveler needs. Pulling power is 403 HP Wheelbase (in130) Length (in) 222.9 Height (in)75.5 Width (in) 79.1 Curb Weight Auto Trans (lbs) 5943 Fuel Tank 31 Gal (approx).
The Cadillac Escalade EXT is still like your truck and with the comfort of the Cadillac Escalade is lots of room you would love. The EXT offers features such as: Seating – 5 Passenger Curb Weight (Lbs) 5990 Fuel Tank 31 gal. (Approx). Bed height 25″ Bed Length with midgate up 63″ check load specs. midgate down 97.6″ check load specs. Bed with 50″ get comfort with the ability to carry stuff.
The Hybrid comes in rear -wheel drive or four wheel drive. The 2 mode system has two types of power 6.0L gas motor and electric motors with 300 V energy storage system. The Escalade Hybrid has the ability depending on the stops, open road, hills whatever terrain, it can run on electric , battery backup , 8 cylinders or 4 cylinders depends on vehicle speed or loading on the motor. Overall the EPA Estimated MPG 20 city or 21 MPG highway (RWD) gas tank (approx.) 26 Gal is great mileage. What a break-through . If you need more information or parts for your Cadillac Escalade please visit my website.
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The Cadillac Escalade EXT is not just a truck, its Cadillac”s first pick up truck with a flare of luxury. It”s one part luxury SUV and one part crew-cab pickup, and is the only vehicle of its kind. It comes in only one trim and one body style. From the front and back doors forward the EXT is essentially the same as the standard Escalade and equipped with the same powertrain and suspension.
The EXT is an all wheel drive vehicle and has a six speed automatic transmission with a 6.2L V8 engine that produces 403hp and 417lbft of torque. The main attraction to the Cadillac EXT is its extended and pick-up truck cargo area. From the rear doors back, the rest of the EXT has a pick up bed with a mid-gate system that allows a larger cargo capacity. To accommodate an even greater capacity of cargo and the storage of longer items, the rear seats and rear window easily fold down.
Other features in the EXT include: 18-inch wheels, HID headlights and automatic suspension damping. The interior of the Escalade EXT is all luxury with its leather upholstery, wood trim, 14-way power and heated seats, tri-zone climate control, and a 10-speaker Bose 5.1 surround-sound audio system with in-dash CD/DVD disc changer. A navigation system with touch screen operation with real-time traffic and a rearview camera is also included.
This one of a kind luxury vehicle is part pick-up truck and part SUV. The Escalade gives the driver a felling of luxury with the added benefit of truck usability. The Cadillac Escalade EXT has an expensive starting price at around $60,000 making this one vehicle that few can reasonably afford!
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