Steering the way for power, luxury, and size, the 2024 Cadillac Escalade V-Series 4WD is propelled by a 6.2L supercharged V8 engine, ensuring swift acceleration while integrating cutting-edge technology. When journeying to Las Vegas, this luxurious SUV proved to be the ideal companion.
What Sets It Apart
The Escalade boasts a handcrafted 6.2L V-8 engine that is both intercooled and supercharged, delivering a robust 682 horsepower and achieving 0 to 60 in just 4.3 seconds. The exceptional power concealed within the vehicle was immediately palpable. Surprisingly lightweight, the SUV is remarkably maneuverable.
Standard features from Cadillac encompass automatic park assist, active lane control, parking sensors, a surround view camera system, as well as front and rear automated emergency braking and adaptive cruise control. The Touring package adds luxurious touches such as soft-close doors, air suspension, and illuminated door sill protectors, plus the Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving function.
A Peek Inside
Immersed in opulence within the spacious cabin, passengers are enveloped by Palermo quilted leather, elegant wood paneling, and metallic accents. Navigating through the vast infotainment 16.9-inch display, 14.2-inch digital driver display, and 7.2-inch control panel is effortless. For convenience, a fridge placed between the driver and front passenger seats comes in handy for storing beverages. Features like the heated steering wheel and front seats which are heated, ventilated, and power adjustable heightened our journey experience. The highlight was the varied massage settings that ensured comfort throughout the entire trip. Additional interior amenities include ambient lighting with 26 settings, tri-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, wireless charging, Apple CarPlay, a panoramic UltraView sunroof, five USB ports, and a 36-speaker audio system.
Externally, the Cadillac Escalade Sport Platinum exudes elegance with its striking grille, 22-inch chrome alloy wheels, aero grille shutters, LED tail lights reminiscent of the Eldorado, convenient capless gas fueling system, and a hands-free tailgate. We were particularly taken with the remote start feature and the illuminated Cadillac logos that manifested on the ground at night.
The Escalade measures 211.9 inches in length, 81.1 inches in width, and 76.7 inches in height. Initially hesitant about utilizing the Super Cruise driver assist function, we quickly grew accustomed to the pleasure of a hands-free driving experience. The remarkable Super Cruise by Cadillac facilitated a four-hour stretch of our journey and is functional on over 130,000 miles of U.S. roads.
The 2024 Platinum Escalade from Cadillac provided an extravagantly luxurious voyage to and from Vegas. It’s unimaginable to envision embarking on another road trip with a different vehicle.
The standard price for the 2024 Cadillac Platinum Escalade stands at $152,295, with additional options, including the 20th Anniversary V-Series model, bringing the total to $182,855.
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