2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review | McLaughlin Cadillac

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV captivates with its suave styling, awe-inspiring technology, and luxurious accommodations. The Escalade ESV is the larger counterpart to the Escalade, and offers additional cargo space and third-row legroom. For details on interior dimensions, comfort features, engine power, and exterior style, continue reading this 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV review written by the team at McLaughlin Cadillac. You can also take a look at our trims guide to see which features are standard on which model.

If you’d like to explore the new Cadillac Escalade ESV and its cargo capabilities in person, be sure to stop by our Moline, IL, Cadillac dealership. You can find your favorite color and trim in our inventory, then use our online form to schedule a test drive; confirm your best route with our directions. Have questions for our team? Give us a call at (309) 797-5654 or message us online. 

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Interior Design 

Enter the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV to find an attractive interior with commodious space throughout. The front row is treated to standard heating and up to 12 ways of power adjustment, which is upgraded on higher-level trims to 16-way power front seats with massage and seat bolsters. Heated second-row power-release bucket seats are also standard, or you can opt for second-row bench seating if you need space for up to eight passengers. If you’d like to give your second-row passengers access to additional luxuries, the Executive Second Row Package adds features like seat ventilation and massage, as well as a second-row floor console and advanced technology systems. 

The innovative technologies in the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV are easily accessible thanks to the pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved front display. With this display, you can access navigation capabilities, personalized driver profiles, and connected apps, all with natural voice recognition. Among the easy-to-use features, you’ll find wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, built-in Google apps, and 5G Wi-Fi® hotspot capability. The optional Executive Second Row Package adds dual 12.6-inch personal screens, a rear command center, and an updated AKG™ Studio Reference audio system. 

Available interior features include: 

• Heated, ventilated, 16-way power front seats with massage and seat bolsters
• Heated, power-release second row bucket seats or second row 60/40 split-folding bench seat
• Power 60/40 split-folding third row bench seat

• 126-color ambient lighting
• UltraView® dual-pane sunroof
• Console refrigerator with freezer mode
• Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Power tilt and telescoping steering column
• Executive Second Row Package
• Second-row ventilated and massaging seats
• Second-row floor console 

Available technology features include: 

• Infotainment experience with 55-in. curved front display
• Navigation capability
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• SiriusXM® with 360L capability
• Google built-in
• AKG Studio or AKG Studio Reference audio system
• 19, 36, or 42 speakers
• Wireless phone charging
• 5G Wi-Fi hotspot capability
• Bluetooth®
• 110V and 12V power outlets
• Conversation enhancement with interior microphones
• Super Cruise® hands-free driver assistance technology
• Night vision system
• Full-color head-up display
• Executive Second Row Package
• Rear entertainment system with dual 12.6-in. personal screens
• Wireless phone charging
• Rear command center for climate control, power open/close doors, and more
• AKG Studio Reference audio system with headrest speakers

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Size & Cargo Space

There is an ample amount of interior space in the 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV — 142.8 cubic feet when both rear rows are lowered. To lower the second and third rows, you have access to power fold and tumble for the second row or power fold for the third row. When you need some or all of the rear seats upright, there is up to 94.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and up to 41.5 cubic feet of space behind the third row. 

Interior dimensions are shown in the accompanying table. 

Passenger Capacity	Seven or eight
Max. Cargo Space	142.8 cu.-ft.
Cargo Space Behind Second/Third Row	94.1 / 41.5 cu.-ft.
Headroom (First/Second/Third Row)	42.3 / 38.9 / 38.2 in.
Legroom (First/Second/Third Row)	44.5 / 41.7 / 36.6 in.
Exterior Length/Width/Height	227 / 85 / 76.3 in.

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Engine Specs 

The powerful 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV engine options are each designed to deliver impressive energy outputs, all while paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. Most Escalade ESV trims are standard with a 420-horsepower 6.2L V8 engine and offer a choice between rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD). Meanwhile, the Escalade ESV V-Series instead comes with a 682-horsepower 6.2L Supercharged V8 DI engine, all-wheel drive (AWD), and front six-piston Brembo® performance brakes. For smooth driving capabilities, turn to the available air ride adaptive suspension and Magnetic Ride Control™ offered on select trims. 

Engine specs are shown in the accompanying table. 

Engine	6.2L V8	6.2L Supercharged V8 DI
Horsepower	420 HP	682 HP
Torque	460 lb.-ft.	653 lb.-ft.
Drivetrain	RWD / 4WD	AWD
Transmission	Ten-speed automatic

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Towing Capacity 

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV can easily tow a light trailer. When more towing prowess is needed for your next weekend getaway, it has a towing capacity of up to 8,000 pounds when you opt for an RWD drivetrain. You’ll find heavy-duty trailering equipment is standard, and includes a trailering hitch platform, seven-wire harness with independent fused trailering circuits, and a seven-way sealed connector. 

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Exterior Features 

The refreshed 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV exterior is designed to capture attention. The illuminated front crest and grille add an attractive element to the front bumper. You can smoothly enter the Escalade ESV from any door thanks to the power open and power soft-close doors. Plus, the cargo hold offers an AutoSense power liftgate for easy access. Distinctive 24-inch wheels are now available and are the largest wheel option available for the Escalade ESV yet. 

Available exterior features include: 

• Illuminated front crest and grille
• 22- to 24-in. wheels
• Power-retractable assist steps with LED perimeter lighting
• Automatic on/off headlamps with headlamp leveling
• Puddle lamp with Cadillac crest
• LED taillamps
• Heated, driver’s side auto-dimming power-folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators
• Deep-tinted glass
• Rainsense™ automatic wipers
• AutoSense power liftgate

2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV Trim Levels 

• Luxury — $93,295
• Premium Luxury — $102,495
• Sport — $103,095
• Premium Luxury Platinum — $122,095
• Sport Platinum — $122,595
• V-Series — $167,695

2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Review | Interior Features & Specs Available

If you’re looking for a glamorous full-size SUV with out-sized personality, turn to the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The Escalade ESV is the largest Cadillac vehicle available and offers enormous potential in terms of cargo space. For detailed specifications and information on available features, read through this 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV review crafted by the team at McLaughlin Cadillac.

Intrigued? Head over to our online inventory, find your ideal model, and schedule a test drive at our dealership in Moline, IL. If you have any questions about the Escalade or another model, you can give us a call at (309) 797-5654 or message us online. Our Quad Cities dealership is easily reached from Bettendorf, IA, and Davenport, IA, and you can find your way to us with help from our hours and directions. 

Interior Features Available

Discover prodigious comforts in the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. This luxurious SUV is built with the accommodations needed for family adventures, including second-row bucket seats, power adjustability for the second and third rows, and climate-controlled front seats. The available front and rear soft-close doors add a subtle reduction in noise, as well as reducing the long-term damage to your doors. 

Available interior features include: 

• Front and rear soft-close doors
• Leather-wrapped instrument panel, console, and upper door
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• 16-way power, heated, and ventilated front seats with massage and memory settings
• Panoramic power sunroof
• Ambient interior lighting
• Tri-zone climate control
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Power tilt and telescoping steering column
• Heated, power-release second-row bucket seats
• Power 60/40 split-folding third-row bench seat

Third-Row Seating & Cargo Space Available

The three rows of seating and massive amounts of cargo capacity in the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV make it a family-friendly option. Third-row passengers can enjoy 36.6 inches of legroom and 38.2 inches of headroom, making the third-row roomy enough for growing children and young teens. Use the rear fold flat cargo organizer to both organize your gear and protect your floors. Other floor protection comes in the form of all-weather floor mats for all three rows. Protect your gear from the gaze of the sun and passersby with the retractable cargo shade. 

View interior dimensions in the accompanying table. 

Max. Passenger Capacity	Seven
Max. Cargo Capacity	142.8 cu.-ft.
Cargo Behind Second & Third Row	94.1 / 41.5 cu.-ft.
Headroom (First/Second/Third)	42.3 / 38.9 / 38.2 in.
Legroom (First/Second/Third)	44.5 / 41.7 / 36.6 in.

Engine & Towing Capabilities

With three impressive engine options available, you’ll find what you need in terms of power from the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. With the Escalade ESV, you can easily tow up to 8,000 pounds and take advantage of up to 2,004 pounds of payload capacity. All three engines are paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. The 6.2L V8 and 3.0L Duramax® turbo diesel inline six-cylinder (I6) are available across most of the model lineup, and they can both be paired with either rear-wheel drive (RWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD). The 6.2L supercharged V8 comes only with the Escalade-V ESV and is paired with all-wheel drive (AWD). 

View engine specs in the accompanying table. 

Engine	6.2L V8	3.0L Duramax turbo diesel I6	6.2L supercharged V8
Horsepower	420 HP	277 HP	682 HP
Torque	460 lb.-ft.	460 lb.-ft.	653 lb.-ft.
MPG (City/Hwy)	14 / 19	21 / 27	11 / 16
Drivetrain	RWD / 4WD	RWD / 4WD	AWD

Model Options Offered

• 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Luxury - Starting at $86,890 MSRP
• 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Premium Luxury - Starting at $98,190 MSRP
• 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport - Starting at $101,190 MSRP
• 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Premium Luxury Platinum - Starting at $115,690 MSRP
• 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Platinum - Starting at $115,690 MSRP
• 2024 Cadillac Escalade-V ESV - Starting at $157,290 MSRP

Technology & Safety Features Available

Protect your family with a wide ranging list of driver assistance technologies available on the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The head-up display helps you stay focused on the road by projecting vehicle alerts and details directly on the windshield. On select highways, enjoy hands-free driving with help from the Super Cruise® driver assistance technology offered. If driving challenges arise, the recorder included with the HD surround vision camera system can show you exactly what happened for your peace of mind. 

Audiophiles and tech-savvy people will appreciate the abundance of top-notch infotainment features offered in the 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. Bring your favorite songs to life with the AKG™ Studio 19-speaker audio system or AKG Studio Reference 36-speaker audio system. Find the information and apps you need with help from the 38 inches of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays scattered throughout the cabin. These displays are, respectively, a 7.2-inch control panel, 14.2-inch cluster display, and 16.9-inch infotainment screen.

Available driver assist and infotainment technologies include: 

Driver assist:

• HD surround vision with recorder
• Front pedestrian braking
• Front and rear park assist
• Forward collision alert
• Rear pedestrian alert
• Head-up display
• Night vision
• Super Cruise driver assistance technology
• Automatic seat belt tightening
• Adaptive cruise control
• Enhanced automatic parking assist
• Lane keep assist with lane departure warning
• Lane change alert with side blind zone alert
• Enhanced automatic emergency braking
• Reverse automatic braking
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Rear camera mirror and washer
• Trailer side blind zone alert

Infotainment:

• Augmented reality
• 38-in. Cadillac OLED display
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Bluetooth®
• HD Radio™
• SiriusXM® with 360L
• Wi-Fi® hotspot capable
• Wireless phone charging
• 110V power outlet
• Rear seat entertainment system with dual 12.6-in. rear seat-mounted screens
• AKG Studio 19-speaker audio system or AKG Studio Reference 36-speaker audio system
• Bluetooth headphones by AKG

2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Overview | Features & Performance

Opulent amenities and iconic capabilities combine in the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. This expanded version of the Cadillac Escalade offers up to 142.8 cubic-feet of cargo capacity, seating for up to seven passengers, and an 8,000-pound towing capacity. For more information, read through this 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV review crafted by the McLaughlin Cadillac team. 

Interested in this Cadillac SUV? Take a look at our Cadillac Escalade inventory, couple your ideal model with a finance or lease offer, and use our online form to schedule a test drive. Have questions? Reach out to our Moline, IL, dealership by phone at (309) 797-5654 or through our contact form. Our Quad Cities Cadillac dealership is proud to serve residents of Bettendorf, IA, Davenport, IA, and surrounding communities. 

2023 Cadillac Escalade Interior Features

Settle into a spa-like environment when you enter the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV cabin. There are 38 inches of total OLED display tastefully implemented throughout the dashboard, which include a 7.2-inch control panel, 14.2-inch cluster display, and 16.9-inch infotainment screen. You and your co-pilot can relax after a long day thanks to the available heated and ventilated 12-way power-adjustable front seats with power lumbar support and massage. Other available 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV features include: 

• 19-speaker AKG® Studio audio system or 36-speaker AKG® Studio Reference audio system
• Super Cruise™ hands-free driver assistance technology
• Wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
• Dual 12.6-in. rear seat entertainment screens
• Panoramic power sunroof
• Active noise cancellation
• Heated second-row outboard seats
• Heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel

Engine, Transmission, & Towing Capacity

Power through your commute or weekend getaway with one of the three 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV engine options. The 6.2L V8 and 3.0L Duramax® turbo diesel are both available throughout most of the lineup, while the supercharged 6.2L V8 can only be equipped with the Escalade-V ESV model. Tow up to 8,000 pounds with the Cadillac Escalade ESV — ample enough capability to tow a camper or horse trailer. All three 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV engines come paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission for a smooth gear-shift experience. View 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV engine specifications in the accompanying table. 

For more details about the Cadillac Escalade ESV engine options, navigate to our Cadillac Escalade ESV engines guide.

Engine	6.2L V8	3.0L Duramax® turbo diesel	6.2L supercharged V8
Horsepower	420 HP	277 HP	682 HP
Torque	460 lb.-ft.	460 lb.-ft.	653 lb.-ft.
MPG (city/hwy)	14/19	21/27	11/16

Model Trim Options & Pricing

Whether you’re interested in a luxury SUV with advanced standard equipment or prefer top-of-the-line performance capabilities, you’ll find something to intrigue you in the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV. Be sure to navigate to our trims comparison for a more in-depth look at the features included with each Cadillac Escalade ESV trim package. 

• 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Luxury - Starting at $84,190 MSRP
• 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Premium Luxury - Starting at $92,990 MSRP
• 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport - Starting at $95,990 MSRP
• 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Premium Luxury Platinum - Starting at $110,490 MSRP
• 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Sport Platinum - Starting at $110,490 MSRP
• 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V ESV - Starting at $154,090 MSRP

Dimensions & Cargo Space

The 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a spacious SUV with copious amounts of third-row legroom and cargo space for your family and friends. Use the power-release functionality on the second-row bucket seats and power 60/40 split-folding third-row functionality to take advantage of the full cargo capacity. For detailed Cadillac Escalade ESV interior dimensions, take a look at the following chart. 

Max. Passenger Capacity	Seven
Max. Cargo Capacity	142.8 cu.-ft.
Cargo Behind Second Row	94.1 cu.-ft.
Cargo Behind Third Row	41.5 cu.-ft.
First- / Second- / Third-Row Headroom	42.3 / 38.9 / 38.2 in.
First- / Second- / Third-Row Legroom	44.5 / 41.7 / 36.6 in.

2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV Colors

You’ll find a mix of classic and distinctive options within the 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV color palette. 

• Black Raven
• Mahogany Metallic
• Galactic Gray Metallic
• Dark Emerald Metallic
• Sandstone Metallic
• Dark Moon Blue Metallic
• Argent Silver Metallic
• Crystal White Tricoat
• Radiant Red Tintcoat