For those that want a big, brawny, body-on-frame SUV dripping with amenities, there’s nothing quite like the Cadillac Escalade. Everything else is an impersonator. The Escalade has also managed to survive through gas spikes, backlash for being a “gas guzzling SUV,” and other adversities. Yet here we are, now on the nameplate’s fourth-generation model, which appears to be leaps and bounds ahead of its predecessors in terms of luxury and technology.
Naturally, its pricing reflects that. And below, we have a comprehensive chart obtained from Cadillac’s dealer network listing the MSRP of every type of 2015 Escalade that will launch this spring. Note that the prices do include the $995 destination charge, and reflect the U.S. market only.
| VEHICLE | STANDARD | LUXURY | PREMIUM | PLATINUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 ESCALADE 2WD | $72,690 | $76,690 | $81,190 | TBA |
| 2015 ESCALADE ESV 2WD | $75,690 | $79,690 | $84,190 | TBA |
| 2015 ESCALADE 4WD | $75,290 | $79,290 | $83,790 | TBA |
| 2015 ESCALADE ESV 4WD | $78,290 | $82,290 | $86,790 | TBA |
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Interesting … considering how expensive the 2015 Denali and LTZ are I was expecting the Esky to start at a higher price, like stating at the mid $80s and topping in the mid $90s kind of high.
I haven’t done the comparison to the GMT900 price scale yet but it seems this generation base Escalade is a better value compared to its Tahoe/Yukon counterparts than the previous one.
I understand they’re not giving them away, but this is relatively good news.
I recently had the chance to drive the new 2015 Escalades and check out all the new features- they are amazing. The previous Platinum is the starting point for the 2015s – best value is an understatement- they are loaded and taking back the segment!
When will the new Escalades be in showrooms? Can’t wait to test drive it.
Btw, the hidden headline here is the semi official announcement of a Platinum trim. It was obviously suspected, but it would be interesting to know what additional options will be included and whether if it’ll be part of the 15MY or held for the 16MY onwards.
Anyone have any insight on this?
All we know is that it’s coming. When looking at the late-model Platinum, we can expect a general increase in amenities and premium materials. However, we’re currently not sure what that entails.
Do you happen to also know anything about the rumors circling around the new 8 speed tranny and 4G nav? It’s been widely reported on caddy forums that dealers are telling their best customers to wait to purchase because those features are coming sooner than later.
ευχαριστώ Μανώλη 🙂
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ETA: If anyone is interested, the ‘build & price’ feature for the 15 Escalade is actually live on Edmunds.
παρακαλώ! 4G yes… 8 speed will come later.
At 2015 Cadillac Escalade Training this morning… Maybe I can sneak in a question or two….
If I win a lottery I will buy one in Diamond White for my wife…
Previously owned a 2010 Escalade Hybrid. Just picked up a loaded Tahoe LTZ last night, MSRP was 66k. A similarly equipped Escalade will run 84k. The only features the LTZ does not have when compared to the Caddy is the 6.2L and HUD. Both of which will be available on the Denali.
Paying almost 20k less for the same options was an easy decision.
You actually think the ride in the Tahoe LTZ is comparable to the 2015 Escalade? Are you kidding me?
You also get AWD, premium materials, better interior design, bling factor, a standard 6.2, etc.
There are many other items that make the Escalade better than the Tahoe. Check out the The full leather dash and door panels. Not to mention the Magnetic Ride Control–not available on your Tahoe.
Actually, the LTZ is closest to the Base Escalade and not the $85K Premium, so that’s $10k more … and if you don’t count LED headlamps as opposed to halogen projectors, configurable cluster, upgraded interior/nav, better interior finishes, and a bunch of other expensive upgrades including engine and drivetrain, then yes they’re basically the same truck.
If the above prices are correct, the base Escalade has a much closer price gap to the Tahoe and Yukon than the GMT900, and it’s basically the same price people are paying now to order Denalis, which is around $75k.
Congratulations on your purchase, it’s a beautiful vehicle … still, there’s no need to justify/rationalize its purchase on a false premise. In fact the general consensus in GM enthusiast forums is that paying $10k more for an esky over an LTZ is the easy decision.
“In fact the general consensus in GM enthusiast forums is that paying $10k more for an esky over an LTZ is the easy decision.”
It’s 10K more spent to not just to escape the negative connotations of a Chevrolet badge when compared to a Cadillac badge, but for all of the extra content you’ve listed. The same deal applies to those who want a Lexus ES instead of the Avalon. The clout that comes with a luxury marque means you’re willing to spend more to get something that others do not have.
Personally, I would make that distinction when purchasing an Escalade, and I would expect even greater differentiation between the Escalade and an LTZ Tahoe. Those that decide on price when it comes to the LTZ or the Escalade were never luxury consumers in the first place.
I would expect Cadillac to hike the MSRPs on the 2015 Escalades anyway. However, I also expect that they will generate sales anyway, regardless of the increase.