The countdown almost run out. We are waiting eagerly for the spring and the new 2023 Cadillac Escalade V model. General Motors is finally making it real, after years of speculations. Still, there are no too many official details available at the moment. Don’t expect too much from the first appearance of the Escalade V. The company will leave some space for final tuning.
While the focus is on the new performance edition, the rest of the lineup should remain the same. The base model is the 2023 Cadillac Escalade, and you can order the luxury SUV with an extended body. The Cadillac ESV is the longest vehicle in the class.
The company is in the big electrification process. Soon, the first electric SUV by Cadillac is going to be available. It is Lyriq. But, the full-size Escalade is also about to become an EV. This one will be available in 2024 under the IQL badge.
Finally, the 2023 Cadillac Escalade EXT is still a topic that draws a lot of attention. It’s been ten years since the truck’s discontinuation, but fans are still waiting for the comeback. General Motors is always surprising us with unexpected moves. Could EXT be one of them?
2023 Cadillac Escalade V Specs Details
Let’s pay more attention to the new SUV that will definitely steal the show pretty soon. The V badge is already available for the CTS sedan and it enhances total power output. Plus, there are many other modifications. First, the complete drivetrain system needs to handle 640 horsepower. Then, the styling needs to follow the sporty orientation of a special package.
For the 2023 Cadillac Escalade V, a 6.2-liter V8 should be turbocharged. Outputs will be similar to the power coming from the CTS sedan. Fans are already asking about the optional 2023 Escalade V Blackwing bundle. The CT5 is the most powerful car on roads, plus it looks great.
There are too many questions and we are all impatient to see the new model with more details, including power and price. The official page indicates that the vehicle is coming this spring. You can also see more images and how the performance SUV is about to sound.
Standard Edition
While fans are still trying to figure out what kind of power the new model is going to deliver, the rest of the lineup is going to offer 420 hp and 460 lb-ft. A 6.2-liter V8 is the most potent engine in the family. But, there is an alternative as well. The 2023 Cadillac Escalade diesel is using a 3.0-liter Duramax engine with 277 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. A 10-speed automatic transmission is standard for both powerplants. An oil burner costs $2,500 higher than a V8. But, it increases the towing capacity from the standard 7,400 pounds.
Besides engines, buyers can also choose from five trim levels, not including the Escalade-V. Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport are three packages available for some while. Platinum bundle is now available for two higher trims. Well, whichever option you pick, there won’t be a mistake. The 2023 Cadillac Escalade is a huge premium SUV with plenty of space and full of advanced systems. The highlight is definitely a new 33-inch OLED screen.
Long-Wheelbase Model 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Offers Extra Space
All of the options we mentioned are also available for the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. That is a long-wheelbase model with an extended body. The SUV gains 16 inches and the total cargo space climbs to 143 cubic feet, 23 cu.-ft. more than the standard edition. Of course, passengers in all three rows will have more room for head and legs. The difference in price is $3,000. You can purchase the ESV with petrol or diesel engine, in five trim levels. The V Series are not going to be available for the LWB model.
2023 Cadillac Escalade EXT Truck Rumors
Stories about the pickup truck are still alive, even ten years after the discontinuation. The situation might be better than it was in 2013, but the 2023 Cadillac Escalade EXT comeback is still unlikely. The market for a premium pickup is slow. Truckers are willing to spend extra, but to get better performance and the stuff that will help them with towing. Trailering Camera is a high-end feature unique to GM trucks. But, Cadillac would pack its truck with items that are attractive to buyers of cars and SUVs.
Prices
We are all waiting for the 2023 Cadillac Escalade V. Soon, you will know how much the performance SUV is going to cost. Rough estimations are at least $130,000. That is where buyers can find Mercedes AMG GLS 63 and BMW Alpine XB7 models with high outputs. Also, the Sport Platinum Edition is already just under $110,000 and the V Series will pack the SUV with more luxurious options. The base version is available for under $80,000. The diesel engine will cost you $2,500, while the price for AWD and ESV is $3,000 respectively.