Escalade Hybrid's 6.0-liter V8 is rated for 332 horsepower at 5,100 rpm, backed by 367 lb.- ft of torque at 4,100 rpm. It can tow up to 5,800 pounds, and a standard electronic AutoTrack four wheel drive system is fitted. A four-speed electronically variable transmission, specifically designed for the hybrid application, is installed as well.
Cadillac will sell the Escalade Hybrid as a total luxury package priced from $93,450. A lengthy list of equipment includes heated and ventilated leather seats, three-zone climate control, a sunroof, power accessories and a 6-CD changer with high-performance Bose audio. A long-range remote start system is standard, as is Navigation, OnStar and powerful xenon lighting. Cadillac stresses that the model will be as much an Escalade as it is a Hybrid.
Look for an impressive safety story too- with dual-stage front airbags and side curtains. Equipped with a rollover sensor, the side curtain airbags are inflated for an extended period of time if a rollover accident takes place. This helps protect occupants from head injuries, though a stability control system works to help counter or prevent dangerous skids as well.
Marc Comeau, VP of sales at GM Canada, says "the Escalade hybrid continues the roll out of our award-winning two-mode hybrid technology, which dramatically reduces fuel consumption and emissions and will be featured on more GM models in the upcoming months".
The Escalade Hybrid hits selected Cadillac dealerships this fall.
photo:General Motors
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| Escalade Hybrid's 6.0-liter V8 is rated for 332 horsepower at 5,100 rpm, backed by 367 lb. |
Cadillac will sell the Escalade Hybrid as a total luxury package priced from $93,450. A lengthy list of equipment includes heated and ventilated leather seats, three-zone climate control, a sunroof, power accessories and a 6-CD changer with high-performance Bose audio. A long-range remote start system is standard, as is Navigation, OnStar and powerful xenon lighting. Cadillac stresses that the model will be as much an Escalade as it is a Hybrid.
Look for an impressive safety story too- with dual-stage front airbags and side curtains. Equipped with a rollover sensor, the side curtain airbags are inflated for an extended period of time if a rollover accident takes place. This helps protect occupants from head injuries, though a stability control system works to help counter or prevent dangerous skids as well.
Marc Comeau, VP of sales at GM Canada, says "the Escalade hybrid continues the roll out of our award-winning two-mode hybrid technology, which dramatically reduces fuel consumption and emissions and will be featured on more GM models in the upcoming months".
The Escalade Hybrid hits selected Cadillac dealerships this fall.
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| Cadillac will sell the Escalade Hybrid as a total luxury package priced from $93,450. |
photo:General Motors
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