The Cadillac Escalade IQL got its big debut for the 2026 model year, offering customers an extended body length, plus all the trimmings expected of the all-electric Escalade. That means plenty of interesting extras and upgrades across the trim level lineup. Now, GM Authority is taking a closer look at the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL pricing, including options and packages.
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL is offered in four trim levels, starting with the base Luxury trim at $132,795. Just above that is the Sport trim, which starts at a slightly higher $133,295. Stepping up to the Premium Luxury trim brings the price to $153,095, while the top-tier Premium Sport model is priced at $153,595. These prices reflect updates as of April, 2025, and include the destination freight charge as well.
Among the many options available for the Escalade IQL, there are a few notable standouts, including the Executive Second Row Seating Package (RPO code ABV), which is priced at $7,500 and is available only for the Premium Luxury and Premium Sport trims, offering a high-end cabin experience via 14-way power adjustable rear seats with ventilation, an eight-inch rear command center, dual rear seat entertainment, second-row dual Wireless Charging, and a 42-speaker AKG stereo, among other items.
Customers can also select between several premium paint options, including Adobe Frost (paint code GNR) and Magnus Metal Frost (GBL), each of which carry a premium of $5,925. Other exterior upgrades include the Radiant Package (RPO code PDV), a dealer-installed option priced at $4,775, available only on the Luxury and Premium Luxury trims. Meanwhile, the Onyx Package (RPO code PDB), priced at $4,250, is exclusive to the Sport and Premium Sport trims, adding dark-themed exterior accents.
Check out the table below for a more thorough breakdown of 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL pricing, including options and packages:
| Option Code | Luxury | Sport | Premium Luxury | Premium Sport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + DFC (Launch Price) | $132,695 | $133,195 | $152,995 | $153,495 | |
| MSRP + DFC (April 2025 Price) | $132,795 | $133,295 | $153,095 | $153,595 | |
| FACTORY OPTIONS | |||||
| Executive Second Row Seating Package | ABV | - | - | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Reat Seat Entertainment System | UW9 | $1,995 | $1,995 | $1,995 | $1,995 |
| 24-inch 7-spoke machine face alloy wheels with mask and polish and High Gloss Black pockets and inserts, includes LT275/50R24 all-season tires | RDP/QMP | $1,500 | - | S | - |
| 24-inch 7-spoke diamond cut face alloy wheels with High Gloss Black pockets and inserts and dark tintcoat, includes LT275/50R24 all-season tires | RDV | - | $1,500 | - | S |
| Mobile Service Plus | R9V | $799 | $799 | $799 | $799 |
| 3 Years SiriusXM satellite radio | R6P | $299 | $299 | $299 | $299 |
| Front license plate bracket | VK3 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 |
| DEALER-INSTALLED OPTIONS | |||||
| Radiant Package | PDV | $4,775 | - | $4,775 | - |
| Onyx Package | PDB | - | $4,250 | - | $4,250 |
| GM Energy PowerShift Charger | 5AV | $1,699 | $1,699 | $1,699 | $1,699 |
| eTrunk Organizer Package | PCI | $995 | $995 | $995 | $995 |
| eTrunk sliding tray | RWV | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 |
| Premium Carpet Package | PDY | $795 | $795 | $795 | $795 |
| GM PowerUp 2 Charger | 5CH | $699 | $699 | $699 | $699 |
| Black roof rack cross rails | VQQ | $695 | $695 | $695 | $695 |
| Front and rear illuminated door sill plates | S0M | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 |
| Floor Liner Package | $525 | $525 | $525 | $525 | |
| Front and rear Black molded splash guards | VRV | $495 | $495 | $495 | $495 |
| Bluetooth headphones by AKG | PCH | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 |
| eTrunk foldable organizer | SA2 | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 |
| Rear fold-flat cargo organizer | SD3 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| NACS DC Adapter | RYU | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 |
| Collapsible cargo area organizer | RWU | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 |
| Rear Bumper Protector | VTB | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 |
| Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor | SUR | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| Reflective front window shade | SFJ | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 |
| eTrunk liner | RYC | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 |
| Cargo Net | W2D | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 |
| eTrunk cargo net | WH6 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 |
| EXTRA-CHARGE COLORS | |||||
| Adobe Frost | GNR | $5,925 | - | $5,925 | - |
| Black Cherry Tintcoat | GAB | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 |
| Black Raven | GBA | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Deep Space Metallic | GAI | $625 | $625 | $625 | $625 |
| Luna Metallic | GNO | $625 | $625 | $625 | $625 |
| Magnus Metal Frost | GBL | $5,925 | $5,925 | $5,925 | $5,925 |
| Sandstone | G42 | $625 | $625 | $625 | $625 |
| Vibrant White Tintcoat | G4J | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 |
| Black Painted Roof | 41T | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
As a reminder, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL features a dual-motor powertrain with upwards of 460 miles of range. The GM BT1 platform provides the underpinnings, while production takes place at the GM Factory Zero plant in Detroit.
Comments
Based on experiences with the Lyriq, an Escalade IQ owner who spent an astonishing $153,595.00 on their large electric wagon can expect it to be worth $69,118.00 after five years. Total loss would be $83,378.00. That’s based on Lyriq’s 55 percent rate of depreciation. A better choice financially would be a similarly priced petrol-powered Mercedes G-wagon that only loses 23 percent after five years on the road. A hypothetical G-wagon priced at the same $153,595.00 would still be worth $118,268.00 losing only $35,000.00 after the same five-year stint on the road. Obviously that’s a nearly $50k advantage for the gasoline-powered Mercedes-Benz.
I think the high rates of depreciation on EVs are proving to be their proverbial Achilles heal. With especially large expensive EVs like the Escalade IQ, the losses could potentially be eye watering.
That is going to change as people realize the IQ is far better than a Meritocracies. When I owned my Mercadies I spent 10k per year at the dealer in maintenance. I got tired of German Car elitism and paying crazy maintenance costs. Sign me up for a Cadillac any day.
And how much does Miss Piggy weigh?
Actually, she’s just a puppet. Not all that heavy.