GM released all the official details on the 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V earlier this month, including its powertrain specifications and performance metrics, so let’s take a closer look at what makes this impressive super SUV worthy of its steep $150,000 asking price.
The centerpiece of the 2023 Cadillac Escalade is, of course, its supercharged 6.2L V8 LT4 gasoline engine, which produces 682 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 653 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm. The version of the LT4 that sits under the hood of the Escalade-V is equipped with a 2.65-liter supercharger, as opposed to the 1.7-liter supercharger used on other vehicles featuring this supercharged Small Block.
2023 Cadillac Escalade-V Specs - Powertrain
| Escalade-V | Escalade-V ESV | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Supercharged 6.2L V8 LT4 | Supercharged 6.2L V8 LT4 |
| Displacement (cu. in. / cc) | 376 / 6,162 | 376 / 6,162 |
| Bore & Stroke (in. / mm) | 4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92 | 4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92 |
| Block Material | Cast aluminum | Cast aluminum |
| Cylinder Head Material | A356T6 aluminum | A356T6 aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Overhead-valve with two valves per cylinder and continuously variable valve timing | Overhead-valve with two valves per cylinder and continuously variable valve timing |
| Fuel Delivery | Direct injection with electronic throttle control | Direct injection with electronic throttle control |
| Aspiration | 2.65L positive-displacement supercharger (with four-lobe, 160-degree rotors); water-to-air charge-cooling system | 2.65L positive-displacement supercharger (with four-lobe, 160-degree rotors); water-to-air charge-cooling system |
| Max boost (psi / bar) | 10 / 0.7 | 10 / 0.7 |
| Compression Ratio | 10:1 | 10:1 |
| Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm) | 682 / 508 @ 6,000 | 682 / 508 @ 6,000 |
| Torque (lb.-ft. / Nm) | 653 / 885 @ 4,400 | 653 / 885 @ 4,400 |
| Fuel | Premium required | Premium required |
| Max engine speed (rpm) | 6.3 | 6.3 |
This forced induction V8 mates to the GM 10-speed automatic transmission, which was specifically calibrated for the Escalade-V, with power reaching the ground via a full-time active all-wheel drive system with variable torque splitting and a standard an electronic limited-slip differential. Standard Launch Control helps this 6,000-pound SUV complete the sprint to 60 mph in less than 4.4 seconds, with the quarter-mile done in 12.74 seconds at 110 mph.
2023 Cadillac Escalade-V Specs - Transmission & Axle
| Escalade-V | Escalade-V ESV | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic | Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic |
| Final Drive Ratio | 3.23 | 3.23 |
| Drive Wheels | Full-Time Active AWD | Full-Time Active AWD |
Underpinning the Cadillac Escalade is GM’s T2 platform, along with standard Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 dampers, and GM’s multi-link rear-end design. Brembo disc brakes sit at all four corners and are joined by P275/50R22SL all-season tires.
2023 Cadillac Escalade-V Specs - Chassis & Suspension
| Escalade-V | Escalade-V ESV | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 | Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multilink with Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 | Independent multilink with Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 |
| Steering Type | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion | Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turing Diameter (ft. / m) | 39.7 / 12.1 | 43.4 / 13.2 |
| Brake Type | Four-wheel disc with ABS; vented Brembo front brakes and front and rear DuralifeTM rotors | Four-wheel disc with ABS; vented Brembo front brakes and front and rear DuralifeTM rotors |
| Wheel Size | 22-in aluminum | 22-in aluminum |
| Tire Size | P275/50R22SL all-season | P275/50R22SL all-season |
The 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V is available in both regular and extended wheelbase ESV body styles. Just like regular versions of the Cadillac Escalade, the standard wheelbase length is 120.9 inches, while the ESV is a bit longer with a 134.1-inch wheelbase. Both have the same width of 81.1 inches.
2023 Cadillac Escalade-V Specs - Exterior Dimensions
| Escalade-V | Escalade-V ESV | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (in. / mm) | 120.9 / 3,071 | 134.1 / 3,406 |
| Overall Length (in. / mm) | 211.9 / 5,382 | 226.9 / 5,766 |
| Overall Width (in. / mm) | 81.1 / 2,059 | 81.1 / 2,060 |
| Overall Height (in. / mm) | 76.7 / 1,948 | 76.4 / 1,941 |
| Track, front (in. / mm) | 68.5 / 1,737 | 68.5 / 1,737 |
| Track, rear (in. / mm) | 68.3 / 1,730 | 68.3 / 1,730 |
While this SUV places an emphasis on performance, it’s still a luxury vehicle, so interior space is important. Thankfully the Escalade-V hasn’t lost any of the standard Escalade’s spaciousness boasting the same headroom, legroom, shoulder room, hip room and passenger volume.
2023 Cadillac Escalade-V Specs - Interior Dimensions
| Escalade-V | Escalade-V ESV | |
|---|---|---|
| Headroom, first row (in. / mm) | 42.3 / 1,074 | 42.3 / 1,074 |
| Headroom, second row (in. / mm) | 38.9 / 988 | 38.9 / 988 |
| Headroom, third (in. / mm) | 38.2 / 970 | 38.2 / 970 |
| Legroom, first row (in. / mm) | 44.5 / 1,130 | 44.5 / 1,130 |
| Legroom, second row (in. / mm) | 41.7 / 1,059 | 41.7 / 1,059 |
| Legroom, third row (in. / mm) | 34.9 / 886 | 36.6 / 930 |
| Shoulder Room, first row (in. / mm) | 65.5 / 1,664 | 65.5 / 1,664 |
| Shoulder Room, second row (in. / mm) | 64.6 / 1,641 | 64.6 / 1,641 |
| Shoulder Room, third row (in. / mm) | 62.7 / 1,593 | 62.8 / 1,595 |
| Hip Room, first row (in. / mm) | 61.7 / 1,567 | 61.7 / 1,567 |
| Hip Room, second row (in. / mm) | 61.2 / 1,554 | 61.2 / 1,554 |
| Hip Room, third row (in. / mm) | 49.4 / 1,255 | 49.4 / 1,255 |
| EPA Passenger Volume (cu. ft / L) | 168.4 / 4,733 | 170.4 / 4,802 |
The 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V will tip the scales at 6,217 pounds, while the larger Escalade-V ESV will come in at 6,407 pounds. The Escalade-V has a max payload of 1,330 pounds, while the Escalade-V ESV’s payload is a bit less at 1,140 lbs. Both have a max trailering capacity of 7,000 pounds.
2023 Cadillac Escalade-V Specs - Capacities
| Escalade-V | Escalade-V ESV | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity (gal. / L) | 24 / 91 | 28.3 / 107.1 |
| Curb Weight (lb. / kg) | 6,217 / 2,820 | 6,407 / 2,906 |
| Max Payload (lb. / kg) | 1,330 / 603 | 1,140 / 517 |
| Cargo Volume, behind first row (cu. ft. / L) | 121 / 3,426 | 142.8 / 4,044 |
| Cargo Volume, behind second row (cu. ft. / L) | 72.9 / 2,064 | 94.1 / 2,665 |
| Cargo Volume, behind third row (cu. ft. / L) | 25.5 / 722 | 41.5 / 1,175 |
| Trailering (lb. / kg) | 7,000 / 3,175 | 7,000 / 3,175 |
Production will take place at the GM Arlington plant in Texas, with deliveries set to commence late this summer.
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Comments
As a GM fan and the owner of both a Camaro SS and a C7 Grand Sport, I can applaud GM for doing this.
I love performance vehicles, but the Escalade V is more or less for bragging rights. It weighs as much as a 2-ton dump truck; therefore it won’t handle worth a damn and it costs well over $100,000. I’m assuming if people have an extra $150k to dispose of AND they want to dust somebody (in a straight line) while driving their kids home from soccer practice, then this is the ride for them.
In the end, it is still an impressive machine.
The Escalade-V will no doubt become a collectors car as one of the last true barnstormers with monster Supercharged V8 Powered gassers to come out of Detroit. I do wish they’d have done some more performance inspired seating for driver and passenger. Nonetheless, I’m already in line and can’t wait to get behind the wheel of this beauty. Way to go GM and Cadillac.
is black the only available color for the interior of the ESCALADE V
According to GM Authority sources, the 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V will be available in the following five exterior paint colors (relevant paint codes listed in parentheses):
Radiant Red Tintcoat (GNT)
Argent Silver Metallic (GXD)
Black Raven (GBA)
Crystal White Tricoat (G1W)
Dark Emerald Metallic (G6N)
Also maybe a dark red?
INTERIOR COLORS BESIDES BLACK ??
Only 2 interior colors, Black and Dark Auburn.
Quite an act elevating conspicuous consumption to high art while tirelessly blowing Woke up everyone’s a$$ 24/7
The 6.2 is already get horrible gas mileage, and with gas where it’s at today good luck. People who buy this are just gonna park it. And then the dealerships are gonna add 50+k on top of it…. GM how about you focus on dependable, affordable vehicles.
Imagine all the soccer moms that will smoke you? Lol.
This reminds me of a time not long ago while driving my Jeep SRT and some old lady pulled up next to me and said: “Dat SRRTee, Dis Trrack Hawkk”. Had a russian accent. Lol
Super cool truck but that starting price has probably knocked out alot of potential buyers. Hoping they do a Tahoe SS version that’s more appealing.
Needs a bigger fuel tank!
I have a 40gal gasoline tank in my Chevrolet Suburban and love it is that an opinion for the Escalade-V ESV or can I get something even bigger?