Full-Size Luxury SUV with Style!
For most of us, driving in comfort is enough, but sometimes we want to drive in luxury and style. For 2019, Cadillac offers us a choice to fill both the need for coziness, and the desire for indulgence and panache in the shape of the Escalade ESV SUV. The top of the line ESV Platinum has the features of a premium European sedan but with extreme spaciousness!
Pricing and Trims
The2019
CadillacEscalade ESV is available in four trim levels:Base2WD ($79,490) and 4WD
($82,490),Luxury2WD ($85,090) and 4WD ($88,090),Premium Luxury2WD ($89,490)and
4WD ($92,490), and Platinum2WD ($98,590) and 4WD ($101,590).
What’s new for 2019?
The 2019 Escalade ESV is mostly a repeat of last year’s model with a few
exceptions. Add to the list of features is a hands-free liftgate with Cadillac
logo illumination and new exterior colors, including Shadow Metallic and
Manhattan Noir Metallic.
Interior Highpoints
The
interior offers comfortable, cushioned seats that massage your back with relaxing
bodywork settings. The instrument panel has a Driver Information Center with a color
touch screen where embedded navigation and voice recognition are standard. The
system is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto phone-projection capable and shared
local weather report information. It features a 4G LTE Wi-Fi® Hotspot (includes
3GB/three-month data trial). The center arm reset doubles as a wireless device
charging station that fits even extra-large phones. You can also plug into one
of the five USB ports. Also, there are the Cadillac Connected Apps and a Teen
Driver feature as well. There is a 16-speaker Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound
audio system. My car was equipped with 4 rear-video screens with Blu-ray,
including a 9-inch screen for the passengers in the third-row seat. The dash is
beautiful with soft leather and suede throughout the interior. The inside is
crafted and stitched to perfection. Our model also incorporated cooling front-cup-holders
and a mini-refrigerator. One of the best features is the 360-degree view when
you are parking or backing up allowing for easy parking of such a large
vehicle.
Exterior Highlights
The
exterior is bold and beautiful. Sharp, sculptured lines weave the Cadillac
design theme throughout the sophisticated profile with a touch of chic. From
the rear, the tail lights begin above the bumper and make a statement as they
continue on the side as they reach out to the top. You can open the tailgate
with the sway of your foot or pop open the glass liftgate with a touch of your
remote button. The Escalade rides high on 22-inch wheels on the Platinum trim.
Performance Specs
The Escalade
generates power from a 6.2-liter V8 with 420 horses that spits out 14 mpg city
and 23 mpg highway, while being mated to the new 10-speed automatic
transmission. The Active Fuel Management shuts off half of the cylinders to
conserve the premium gas, which is also standard to help improve fuel economy. The
magnetic ride-control technology performs hundreds of road readings each second
conveying an amazingly smooth ride.
Cool Features:
- Automatic parking assist system
- Extra-large mobile charging pad
- Multiple USB outlets
- Wi-Fi hotspot
- Surround Vision
Safety &Integrity
As you would expect, there is a long checklist of safety features for
2019. Starting with air bags: Frontal air bags for driver and front outboard
passenger; seat-mounted side-impact for driver and front outboard passenger;
driver inboard seat-mounted side-impact; head-curtain for all rows in outboard
seating positions; includes front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal
outboard passenger air bag. Surround Vision is standard on all trims, Rear
Camera Mirror on Luxury, Premium Luxury and Platinum, Driver Awareness Package
is standard on Luxury, Premium Luxury and Platinum. Content includes Safety
Alert Seat, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure
Warning, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert,
Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking and IntelliBeam automatic headlamp control.
In Summary –The 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a work-of-art that is easy on the eyes and heavy on the pocket book. This vehicle has never been for everyone, but that elevates its status and limits its buying pool. It seats 8 and can adjust the seat configuration to carry a sofa! The turning radius is one of the best for such an overgrown rolling beast. You pay a high price for the Escalade, but in return it delivers a world class ride.
Specifications.
2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV
Base price: $97,295 as driven: $98,840 (including destination & optional features)
Engine: 6.2-Liter V8
Horsepower: 420hp@ 5600 RPM
Torque: 460 lb.-ft.@ 4100 RPM
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Drive: Two-Wheel Drive
Seating: 8-passenger
Cargo space: 39.1 to 120.9 cubic feet
Curb weight: 5831pounds
EPA mileage: City 14/Hwy 23/Comb 17 MPG
Turning Circle: 43 feet
Fuel Capacity: 31 gallons
Wheel Base: 116inches
Warranty: 4 years/60,000-miles
Also consider: Ford Expedition Platinum, Infiniti QX80 Limited, Lexus LX 570, Mercedes-Benz LS 550