Well, for that increase you also get Intellibeam auto-adjusting headlights, the Magnetic Ride Control suspension, a 115-volt power outlet, a standard 2nd-row bench, a power sunroof as well as 22-inch chromed alloy wheels and tires. To get these features in the base Escalade, you have to opt for the $6,890 Ultra Luxury Package, which means the Hybrid only costs about $5,000 more.
Rivals consist of the Lincoln Navigator, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, the Infiniti QX56 and the Lexus LX 570. The $70K GL350 BlueTEC, which isn’t as equipped as the hybrid Caddy, is the only one of the bunch that comes close to matching it in regards to fuel economy. In fact, the most serious threat to this Escalade is its near-twin, the GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid, which costs $80K.
The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is a nicely furnished, nicely equipped luxury SUV that offers a great ride and non-negligible fuel savings. It’s got some issues, such as the tight rear-seat accommodations. The biggest problem, in our opinion, is the asking price of the Escalade; however, if your heart is set on one, you might as well choose the Hybrid.
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| The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is a nicely furnished, nicely equipped luxury SUV that offers a great ride and non-negligible fuel savings. (Photo: Matthieu Lambert/Auto123.com) |
Rivals consist of the Lincoln Navigator, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, the Infiniti QX56 and the Lexus LX 570. The $70K GL350 BlueTEC, which isn’t as equipped as the hybrid Caddy, is the only one of the bunch that comes close to matching it in regards to fuel economy. In fact, the most serious threat to this Escalade is its near-twin, the GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid, which costs $80K.
The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is a nicely furnished, nicely equipped luxury SUV that offers a great ride and non-negligible fuel savings. It’s got some issues, such as the tight rear-seat accommodations. The biggest problem, in our opinion, is the asking price of the Escalade; however, if your heart is set on one, you might as well choose the Hybrid.
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