Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Large SUV
Production years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
The Cadillac’s first truck-based vehicle, the Escalade was designed to blend the features of a luxury car with the capabilities of an SUV.
The brand new 2002 model offered more power and improved driving dynamics.
Available with a two-wheel-drive of a four-wheel drive system, both models offered powerful engines, such as the 5.3-liter powerplant that cranked out 285 hp (with the 2-wheel-drive) and the 4-wheel-drive specific 6.0-liter V8 that developed no less than 345 hp. The V8 unit’s architecture was borrowed from the Corvette.
As expected, the more powerful engine came with a better towing capacity of 3,855 kg, while the 5.3-liter could tow up to 2,993 kg.
Not only the exterior was heavily improved, as the cabin was redesigned and brought more luxury than before. The interior featured all-new cluster gauges and the OnStart communication system that included hands-free, voice-activated phone capability, news, weather and other sort of information.
Other equipment included a 11-speaker Bose sound system, 50/50 split-bench third row, a self-levelling rear suspension, StabiliTrack (a stability control system that enhanced handling and braking on slick roads), ABS and traction control.
A Road Sensing Suspension system was available and improved the body’s stability, enhanced the ride comfort, offered better handling and towing performance.
ENGINE SPECS - 6.0 4AT (350 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5967 cm3 |
Power: | 257 KW @ 5200 RPM 350 HP @ 5200 RPM 345 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 380 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 515 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 106.3 mph (171 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.4 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 265/70R 17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 219.3 in (5570 mm) |
Width: | 79.5 in (2019 mm) |
Height: | 75.7 in (1923 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 65/66 in (1,651/1,676 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 130 in (3302 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 10.6 in (269 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 107.2 cuFT (3036 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5808 lbs (2634 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7201.5 lbs (3267 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 13 mpg US (18.1 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km) |