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Cadillac Electrifies an Icon with the Cadillac Escalade IQ

By Drew Dowdell

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  • 450 miles of range from an all-electric full-size SUV

2025-cadillac-escalade-iq-sport-002.jpgToday, Cadillac unveiled the newest member of their electrified lineup, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ. With The Escalade IQ, Cadillac introduces the first full-size electric SUV to the market. Like the Silverado EV that rides on the same Ultium platform, the Escalade IQ will offer up to 450 miles of range.

The Escalade IQ is powered by a dual-motor system capable of producing up to 750 horsepower and 785 lb-ft of torque, delivering a 0-60 time of less than 5 seconds when in the driver-selectable Velocity Max setting. The preliminary towing capability estimate is targeted at 8,000 lbs. Electricity is provided by a 24-module Ultium battery with 200 kWh of available energy. The system architecture is compatible with 800-volt charging, the fastest currently available, and can take on 100 miles of range in as little as 10 minutes. Vehicle-to-Home charging will be available via a software update in the future when combined with Ultium Home products, while Vehicle-to-Load enables the E-IQ to power larger external devices.

One-Pedal Driving, Variable Regen on Demand, and an innovative heat pump thermal system help extend range and increase passenger comfort.

Four-wheel steer reduces the turning radius to 39.4 ft, a 6.5 ft reduction versus not using four-wheel steer. Cadillac arrival mode is a four-wheel steer feature that allows the Escalade IQ to move diagonally, making it easier to pull in and out of tight spaces while making a statement. Adaptive Air Ride plus Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 promises a comfortable and composed driving experience without sacrificing handling. The Adaptive Air Ride is capable of raising the E-IQ by one inch and lowering it by two. Low Ride mode allows the Escalade to be driven with the vehicle fully lowered at low speeds.

2025-cadillac-escalade-iq-sport-014.jpgInside, passengers are treated to a premium cabin featuring a nearly full-width, 55-inch display across the dash, with some space at each end reserved for two of the forty speakers of the available AKG Studio Reference sound system on the available Executive Second Row package.  Luxury 2 and Sport 2 systems feature a thirty-six speaker AKG system, while Luxury 1 and Sport 1 trims have nineteen.

Cadillac is offering four interior themes with 126 ambient lighting options. Interior trims feature delicate detailing with laser-etched woodwork, and with the available illuminated trim package, the patterns light up at night, offering a unique look and glow.

The Executive Second Row package includes stowable tray tables, dual wireless phone charging pads, 12.6-inch personal display screens, USB-C and HDMI ports, massaging seats, and headrest speakers.

An available package adds power open-and-close doors to all four doors, and if enabled, the driver's door will automatically open as the driver approaches with the keyfob. In addition to the standard rear cargo area, a 12 cubic ft. eTrunk is located at the front of the vehicle.

2025-cadillac-escalade-iq-sport-010.jpgAs Cadillac introduced SuperCruise to the market several years ago as an option in high end trims, but in the E-IQ, it now comes standard.  Additional active safety features include blind zone steering assist, intersection automatic emergency braking, which enables detection of cross traffic, HD Surround Vision, Enhanced automatic parking assist, and front pedestrian and bicyclist braking that works at speeds from 5 mph - 50 mph.

Pricing is expected to start around $130,000 when it goes on sale in the Fall of 2024.

2025 CADILLAC ESCALADE IQ PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS

EFFICIENCY

Cadillac-estimated range1

450 miles (724+ km)

1On a full charge based on development testing and/or analytical projection consistent with SAE J1634 revision 2017 – MCT. Range subject to change prior to production. Actual range may vary based on several factors, including ambient temperature, terrain, battery age and condition, loading, and how you use and maintain your vehicle.

BATTERY SYSTEM:

Type:

Rechargeable energy storage system comprising multiple linked modules

Battery Chemistry:

Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode

Battery Rated Energy:

200 kWh

ELECTRIC DRIVE:

System:

2 drive units with 1 motor each

Motor:

Permanent magnet, bar wound

Power1:

680 hp / 505 kW – Normal Mode
750 hp / 560 kW – Velocity Max

Torque1: (lb-ft / Nm):

615 lb-ft / 834 Nm – Normal Mode
785 lb-ft / 1064 Nm – Velocity Max

Final Drive Ratio (:1):

13.26:1 – front
11.63:1 – rear

1Based on GM testing

CHARGING TIMES1

 

240V (7.7 kW Including Dual-Level Charge Cord):

Approximately 14.8 miles of range per hour of charge

240V2 (19.2 kW AC):

Approximately 37 miles of range per hour of charge time

DC Fast Charge (Public):

Up to 100 miles of range in 10 minutes of charge time

 

1Actual charge times will vary based on battery condition, output of charger, vehicle settings and outside temperature. See the vehicle's Owner’s Manual for additional limitations.
2Home charging requires professionally installed 100A dedicated charge station, sold separately.

CHASSIS & SUSPENSION

Front and Rear Suspension:

Short-Long Arm (SLA) suspension with air springs and MagneRide dampers. Balanced ride and handling with premium isolation.

Steering Type:

Front: Rack & Pinion Electric Power Steering;
Rear: Continuously variable actuator up to 10 degrees.

Turning Circle, Curb-to-Curb (ft. / m):

39.4 / 12

Brake Type:

4-wheel disc with DuraLife™ Rotors

Brake Rotor Size OD:
(in. / mm):

13.98 / 355 (front)
14.05 / 356.8 (rear)

Wheels:

24-inch alloy

Tires:

LT275/50R24 

1Lower-profile tires wear faster. Tire and wheel damage may occur on rough or damaged roads or from surfaces, curbs, debris or obstacles. This damage is not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more details, go to my.cadillac.com/learnabout/tires or see your dealer.

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase (in. / mm):

136.2 / 3460

Overall Length (in. / mm):

224.3 / 5697

Overall Width (in. / mm):

94.1 / 2389 (with mirrors)
85.3 / 2167 (mirrors folded)

Overall Height (in. / mm):

76.1 / 1934

Track Width (in. / mm):

Front: 68.7 / 1745
Rear: 68.7 / 1745

Ground Clearance (in. / mm):

6.9 / 175

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Headroom (in. / mm):

1st row: 43.5 / 1106
2nd row: 39.9 / 1015
3rd row: 37.2 / 944

Legroom (in. / mm):

1st row: 45.2 / 1148
2nd row: 41.3 / 1051
3rd row: 30.1 / 765

Shoulder Room (in. / mm):

1st row: 65.4 / 1662
2nd row: 63.6 / 1615
3rd row: 56.5 / 1435

Hip Room (in. / mm):

1st row: 61.1 / 1551
2nd row: 60.3 / 1532
3rd row: 49.4 / 1256

CAPACITIES   

EPA Passenger Volume
(cu. ft. / L):

1st row: 1841
2nd row: 1651
3rd row: 1092

Cargo Volume1
(cu. ft. / L):

119.2 / 3374 (second and third rows folded)
69.1 / 1958 (third row folded)
23.7 / 670 (behind third row)

eTrunk Volume1
(cu. ft. / L):

12.2 / 345.4

Max Trailering Capacity2 
(lb. / kg):

8000 / 3628

1Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution
2Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo, and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.

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    riviera74

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    18 hours ago, smk4565 said:

    EV sales are 8% of the market in the USA, 25% in California.  EV’s are 14% of new cars sales in Europe and 31% in China.  Guess what the #1 volume market was for GM and VW?  China.  But GM and VW are bleeding sales over there.

    You can barely get an ICE car for $20k, that won’t buy you a base Corolla, but let’s say $25k gets you a Civic, Trax, Kona, etc.

    If someone builds a $30k sticker price EV in North America, the $7500 tax credit is applied point of sale starting in January, now we have a $22,500 EV that is cheaper than ICE.  If the domestics don’t figure it out, the Chinese already have.

    Do the Chinese build EV cars to our government regulations for $25K (without tax credits)?  And are they exporting them to the US or Canada right now?  I don't think so (at the moment).

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    ccap41

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    On 10/27/2023 at 4:42 PM, smk4565 said:

    And they are going to keep getting credits because Ford and GM are cutting EV production and delaying EV’s and Stellantis nowhere to be found at a time when the CAFE numbers are going up.

    I'd like to lookup those numbers as well because I doubt they'd be getting credits from Ford. They have a hybrid or plug-in hybrid version of everything they sell and they have a few EVs. 

    I have no clue what the regulations are on this, at this point. I'd assume a lot of those credits are coming from Stellantis, as they still hardly have anything truly fuel efficient. 

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    ccap41

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    On 10/28/2023 at 9:02 AM, riviera74 said:

    EV sales are only 2% of all NEW auto sales.  They barely exist in the used car market.  Here is what I wonder:  if EVs are the next big thing, why can't I buy a new one for about $20K?  Until that is addressed, then "the EV is the next big thing" is little more than a pipe dream, regardless of government regulations.

    Have you ever heard of the Chevrolet Bolt? It's $26,500 before a $7500 rebate = $19,500.

    The Bolt EUV is about a grand more so that, too, can be had for about $20k. 

    The Nissan Leaf qualifies for $3,750 of the federal rebate and brings the 28k Leaf down to ~24k. 

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