The Cadillac Escalade has been a symbol of American luxury and style for over a quarter of a century. Its imposing presence, refined interior, and powerful performance set the standard for full-size SUVs. But now, the Escalade is ready to enter a new era of electrification, innovation, and sustainability. Meet the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ, the first-ever all-electric version of the legendary Escalade.
The Escalade IQ is not just an Escalade with a battery pack. It is a completely new vehicle, built from the ground up on G.M.'s revolutionary Ultium Platform, which enables a variety of electric vehicles with different shapes, sizes, and capabilities, also used by Buick Envista. The Escalade IQ. is designed to be the best-driving, most agile, and most advanced Escalade ever, with an estimated range of 450 miles, a huge 55-inch curved LED display, available Super Cruise driver assistance technology, bidirectional charging capability, and a stunning interior and exterior design.
A Futuristic and Iconic Design
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is unmistakably a Cadillac but with a futuristic twist. It has a sleek and aerodynamic silhouette, with a long hood, a sloping roofline, and a large dash-to-axle ratio that recalls the classic Cadillac Eldorados of the 1970s. The front end features a distinctive grille-like panel that lights up with a signature animation to greet the driver on arrival. The headlights are slim and sharp, while the taillights are split between the body and the D-pillars, creating a unique visual signature. The Escalade IQ. rides on massive 24-inch wheels wrapped in 35-inch tires, giving it a commanding presence on the road.
The Escalade IQ also offers two distinct trim levels: Sport and Luxury. The Sport model has more blacked-out trim and a more aggressive stance, while the Luxury model has more chrome accents and a more elegant look. Both models are available in eight exterior colors, including two exclusive ones: Electric Blue and Electric Red.
A Spacious and Luxurious Cabin
The interior of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is where the magic happens. The first thing that catches the eye is the huge pillar-to-pillar screen that stretches across the dashboard, providing information, entertainment, and customization options for the driver and passengers. The screen is divided into three sections: a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster for the driver, a 17.7-inch infotainment system for the center console, and a 24.9-inch passenger display for the front-seat passenger. The screen can also be configured to show different modes, such as navigation, media, or performance.
The Escalade IQ also offers an impressive amount of space and comfort for up to seven occupants. The second-row seats are available as either captain's chairs or bench seats, while the third-row seats are power-folding and have more legroom than the current Escalade. The cargo area is also generous, with 28 cubic feet behind the third row and 81 cubic feet with both rows folded down. And if that's not enough, there's also a 12-cubic-foot frunk (or E-Trunk) under the hood, which can fit two golf bags or other items.
The cabin is also filled with premium materials and features, such as leather upholstery, wood trim, ambient lighting, wireless charging, heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic sunroof, a head-up display, a rear-seat entertainment system with dual 12.6-inch touchscreens, and an AKG Studio Reference sound system with 36 speakers. Additionally, the Escalade IQ offers an optional Executive Rear Seating Package for those who want to travel in ultimate luxury. This package includes two individual rear seats with a massage function, stowable tray tables, wireless headphones, and an exclusive center console with climate controls and storage compartments.
A Powerful and Efficient Performance
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is not just about looks and luxury. It's also about performance and efficiency. The Escalade IQ is powered by two electric motors (one on each axle) that deliver a combined output of 750 horsepower and 850 lb-ft of torque. That's more than the current supercharged V-8 model that produces 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. The electric motors are fed by an Ultium battery pack that has an estimated capacity of 120 kWh and can provide up to 450 miles of range on a single charge.
The battery pack can be recharged using various methods, such as Level 2 A.C. charging at home or at public stations (up to 19 kW) or D.C. fast charging at compatible stations (up to 350 kW). The Escalade IQ also supports bidirectional charging technology (up to 10 kW), which means it can not only receive power from the grid but also send it back to the grid or other devices, such as a home or a trailer. This feature can be useful in case of a power outage or an emergency.
The Escalade IQ also offers a range of driving modes, such as Tour, Sport, Off-Road, and Tow, that adjust the suspension, steering, throttle, and traction settings to suit different conditions and preferences. The Escalade IQ also comes with an adaptive air suspension that can raise or lower the ride height by up to four inches and a four-wheel steering system that can improve maneuverability and stability. The Escalade IQ also has a maximum towing capacity of 8,500 pounds, which is comparable to the current Escalade.
A Smart and Safe Technology
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is not only powerful and efficient but also smart and safe. It comes with a host of advanced technologies that enhance the driving experience and provide peace of mind. One of the most notable features is the available Super Cruise driver assistance technology, which allows hands-free driving on more than 200,000 miles of compatible highways in the U.S. and Canada. The system uses a combination of cameras, sensors, maps, and GPS to monitor the road and the driver's attention level. The system can also perform automatic lane changes and navigate highway interchanges.
The Escalade IQ also comes with a suite of standard safety features, such as automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, surround vision camera, rear pedestrian alert, and night vision. Additionally, the Escalade IQ offers some optional safety features, such as adaptive cruise control, enhanced automatic emergency braking, reverse automatic braking, rear camera mirror, and head-up display.
The Escalade IQ also incorporates G.M.'s Ultifi software platform, which enables over-the-air updates for various systems and features. This means that the Escalade I. can receive new functionalities and improvements without having to visit a dealership or service center.
A New Chapter for an Icon
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is more than just an electric version of the Escalade. It's a new chapter for an icon that has defined American luxury for over two decades. It's an electric vehicle that combines the best of both worlds: the style, sophistication, and performance of the Escalade with the efficiency, innovation, and sustainability of electric mobility. It's a vehicle that redefines what a luxury SUV can be in the 21st century.
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is expected to arrive in dealer showrooms in late 2024, with a starting price of around $130,000. It will compete with other luxury electric SUVs such as the Tesla Model X, the Rivian R1S, and the Lucid Gravity. If you're interested in reserving one of these vehicles, you can visit Cadillac's website or contact your local dealer for more information.
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is an electric icon with a twist. It's a vehicle that will make you rethink everything you know about the Escalade. It's an electric vehicle that will make you fall in love with driving all over again.
