Video Summary
- The Cadillac Escalade IQ boasts enormous 24-inch wheels and 750 horsepower.- Edmunds Range test achieved 558 miles range, surpassing Cadillac's 460-mile estimate, and has a battery capacity of 205 kWh.
- Charging goes quickly and can charge on some Tesla supercharging stations with an adapter.
- The IQ accelerates from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds, slower than the gas-powered Escalade V.
- The braking distance is 139 feet from 60-0 mph, which is longer than competitors.
- Skidpad performance is not great, the car has a low grip.
- The ride is comfortable due to magnetic dampers and air suspension, but the 24-inch wheels and the tires filled with PSI create a more bumpy ride.
- It is difficult to see smaller cars due to the size.
- The 4-wheel steering greatly reduces the turning radius.
- A 55-inch screen spans the dash and is configured into "zip codes”. There is Youtube, Hulu and more entertainment integration.
- Technology bummers - no Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
- The 36-speaker AKG sound system is one of the best systems tested.
- It is a 9,000-pound SUV.
-The interior offers luxurious embroidery and is custom configured
-The IQ can tow 8,000 pounds.
-An Executive Rear Seating Package adds tray tables and massaging seats.
- It's larger than the Hummer SUV and Cybertruck.
- This is the ultimate luxury electric SUV and a giant showoff machine, but it is not a value.
