Design and Exterior

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade continues to be the flagship SUV for the brand, embodying luxury and presence on the road. The latest model features a bold, refined exterior design that builds upon its predecessor’s success. The iconic vertical LED lighting signature remains, but with a more sophisticated and streamlined appearance. The massive grille, a hallmark of the Escalade, has been updated with a more intricate pattern, emphasizing the vehicle’s premium status.

Interior and Technology

Inside, the 2025 Escalade takes luxury to new heights. The centerpiece of the interior is an even larger curved OLED display that seamlessly integrates the instrument cluster and infotainment system. The latest version of Cadillac‘s Super Cruise hands-free driving system is standard, offering enhanced capabilities and covering more roads than ever before.

Premium materials such as hand-finished leather, real wood trim, and brushed metals adorn every surface, creating an atmosphere of opulence. The cabin is designed to be whisper-quiet, thanks to advanced noise cancellation technology and improved insulation.

Performance and Powertrain

The 2025 Escalade offers a range of powertrain options to suit different preferences:

1. A refined 6.2-liter V8 engine, now with improved fuel efficiency thanks to advanced cylinder deactivation technology.
2. An enhanced 3.0-liter Duramax turbo-diesel, offering impressive torque and fuel economy.
3. A new hybrid powertrain option, combining electric motors with a smaller displacement gasoline engine for improved efficiency without sacrificing power.

All powertrains are mated to a smooth-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission, and buyers can choose between rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations.

Safety Features

Cadillac has doubled down on safety for the 2025 Escalade, incorporating the latest driver assistance technologies. These include:

• Enhanced automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection
• 360-degree camera system with high-resolution displays
• Night vision with advanced animal detection
• Rear cross-traffic alert with automatic braking