New units of the refreshed 2025 Cadillac Escalade have officially started arriving at U.S. dealerships, including new units of the high-performance Escalade-V. Both the standard-length Escalade and the extended-length Escalade ESV are currently available. The refreshed Escalade features a range of updates and changes, such as new styling cues, advanced interior upgrades, and a streamlined powertrain lineup.
According to Cadillac, there are approximately 2,600 units of the standard-length Escalade and 1,360 units of the extended-length Escalade ESV either available or in transit to dealer lots across the United States.
The refreshed 2025 Cadillac Escalade trim level lineup includes (standard-length model pricing listed here):
Buyers also have a range of high-end features at their disposal, with highlights like the Executive Second Row Seating Package (RPO code ABV, $7,500) and the Performance Upgrade Package (RPO code PDC, $7,495). Check out our previous coverage for more 2025 Cadillac Escalade pricing information, including all of the options and extras on offer.
With regard to updates, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade adopts styling cues inspired by Cadillac’s various electrified models, including the Escalade IQ, Celestiq, and Lyriq. Each Escalade trim level features unique design characteristics.
Inside, Cadillac has overhauled the cabin to include a massive 55-inch infotainment screen, stretching seamlessly from pillar to pillar by combining a 35-inch driver display and a 20-inch passenger display. Additionally, GM’s Super Cruise semi-autonomous driver assist system is now standard equipment.
As for the powertrain lineup, the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine remains standard across the lineup. The optional 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax has been discontinued due to low demand.
Like previous iterations, all 2025 Escalade models are underpinned by the GM T1 platform and are produced at the GM Arlington plant in Texas.
The 454 under the cowl induction hood has been modified with some go-fast goodies.
Offered in ST and Avenir trim levels.
Plus, a nationwide lease on all-electric luxury crossover.
Sales decreased four percent to 314,956 units during the entire 2024 calendar year.
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IMO, the refresh looks so much better than the prefresh models especially the luxury versions. The grill on the luxury versions takes the Escalade on another level even further in terms of looks.
There are several videos out on the refresh Escalades at the dealerships on YouTube to check out.
At least these pics show a thin strip of lights horizontally above the vertical ones. I think the original shots of the refresh had nothing up there. Still, it's a visual step down.
All trims are over priced! Especially the V model