For many families, the Cadillac Escalade is a household name when it comes to a practical, bulletproof SUV to haul the family around in luxury. And now, this popular model has spawned its first EV variant, the Escalade IQ. So, with comparable range to the V8, is this a viable alternative?? This article will cover all the in-depth details of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ. Please watch the video linked at the bottom of this article for a full deep dive of the design!
What’s New for 2025?
- New product from the ground up by Cadillac
Trims and Pricing
MSRP
Luxury 1: $127,700
Sport 1: $128,200
Luxury 2: $147,700
Sport 2: $148,200
Going from the V8 to the EV model will cost you a pretty penny.
Air Ball and Slam Dunk
Slam Dunk: The IQ is a legitimate alternative to the low-MPG V8 model
Air Ball: Prices make an unreasonable gap between the two models
Design and Features
The Escalade IQ takes design cues from both the gas-powered Escalade and the Cadillac IQ products. Many of the lighting elements will be very “IQ-esque,” while the Escalade will give the IQ its iconic boxy design. Please watch the video at the bottom of this article for a full in-depth design review!
As for the features, here is a breakdown of what will be on the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ:
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Feature |
Availability |
Exterior |
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LED Headlights |
Standard with Entry Animations |
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Ground Clearance |
6.9-inches | Variable with Standard Air Suspension |
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Wheels |
24-inch alloys with varying designs | 35-inch tires |
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Mirrors |
Heated, Power Folding, BSM, Auto Dimming |
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Roof Options |
Black two-tone roof standard | New to the Escalade Line-up |
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Length |
224.3-inches | IQL model coming in 2026 |
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LED Taillights |
Standard with Animations |
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Towing |
Up to 8,000lbs |
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Four Corner Air Suspension |
Standard |
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Forward Emergency Braking |
Standard on all Escalade IQ Models |
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Lane Keep Assist |
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Auto High Beams |
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Adaptive Cruise Control |
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SuperCruise |
Standard for 3 years |
The Escalade IQ will have a futuristic cabin, offering both luxury and technology:
Interior |
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Smart Entry |
Standard |
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Auto Opening Doors |
2 Models |
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Soft Close Doors |
Standard |
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Interior Materials |
Leather Free Cabin on all Escalade IQ models |
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Seats |
Power with Memory | 2 Trims: Massage |
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Wireless Charging |
Dual Wireless Charger |
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Center Pass-Through Fridge |
Available |
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Steering Wheel |
Power Adjusting and Heated |
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Head-Up Display |
Standard |
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360 Degree Camera |
Standard with 3D view |
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Ambient Lighting |
Standard with 126 colors |
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Climate |
5-Zone Climate with dedicated 11-in screen for control |
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Heated and Ventilated Seats |
Standard |
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Audio |
19, 36, or 40-Speaker AKG Audio System |
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Display |
55-inch Curved Display that goes across the width of the cabin. Includes Gauge Cluster, Infotainment, and Passenger Display | No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto |
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Camera Mirror |
Standard |
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Roof |
Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof with no sunshade |
The Escalade IQ, similar to the gas model, will be offering new heights of Caddy luxury:
Rear Amenities |
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Rear Executive Captain’s Chairs |
Available with Heating, Ventilation, and Massage |
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Dual Wireless Chargers |
Standard with Rear Console |
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Dual Entertainment Screens |
Available |
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Liftgate |
AutoSense Power |
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Power Folding Seats |
Standard |
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Frunk |
12.2 cubic foot “e-Trunk” |
For in depth details on the 2025 Escalade IQ, watch our full first look review linked at the bottom of this article.
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What’s Under the Hood?
Currently, there is only one battery and motor setup, with two different power figures, depending on the mode:
- Battery:
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- 24-Module Ultium Battery Pack
- Over 200 kWh of usable capacity
- Performance and Range:
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- Dual Motor AWD:
- Normal Mode: 680 hp | 615 lb ft
- Velocity Mode: 750 hp | 785 lb ft | 0-60: <5s
- Range: Cadillac Estimates up to 460 miles
- Dual Motor AWD:
When it comes to charging, the specs are as follows:
- Charging:
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- AC Single: 8 miles of range per hour
- AC Dual: 37 miles of ranger per hour
- DC Fast: up to 100 miles of range in 10 mins
We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ helpful! For a more detailed first look of the IQ, please watch our video below! What do you think of the new Escalade IQ? Let us know in the comments!
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