CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV (Escalade Stretch Vehicle) is available in the same six trim levels as the standard Escalade, each offering extended wheelbase and enhanced cargo capacity:

Standard ESV Variants

• Luxury
• Premium Luxury
• Sport
• Premium Luxury Platinum
• Sport Platinum
• V-Series

All ESV variants feature an extended 227-inch overall length and 134-inch wheelbase compared to the standard Escalade's 211.9-inch length and 121-inch wheelbase.

Core Specifications by Variant

Luxury ESV

Fuel Type: Petrol
Seating: Up to 8 passengers
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Power: 420 HP (313 kW)
Torque: 460 lb-ft (624 Nm)
Engine: 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury SUV

Premium Luxury ESV

Fuel Type: Petrol
Seating: Up to 8 passengers
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Power: 420 HP (313 kW)
Torque: 460 lb-ft (624 Nm)
Engine: 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury SUV

Sport ESV

Fuel Type: Petrol
Seating: Up to 8 passengers
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Power: 420 HP (313 kW)
Torque: 460 lb-ft (624 Nm)
Engine: 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury SUV

Premium Luxury Platinum ESV

Fuel Type: Petrol
Seating: Up to 8 passengers
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Power: 420 HP (313 kW)
Torque: 460 lb-ft (624 Nm)
Engine: 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury SUV

Sport Platinum ESV

Fuel Type: Petrol
Seating: Up to 8 passengers
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Power: 420 HP (313 kW)
Torque: 460 lb-ft (624 Nm)
Engine: 6.2L V8 with Dynamic Fuel Management
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury SUV

V-Series ESV

Fuel Type: Petrol
Seating: Up to 8 passengers
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Power: 682 HP (509 kW)
Torque: 653 lb-ft (885 Nm)
Engine: 6.2L Supercharged V8
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury sports SUV

Available Colors by Variant

Standard ESV Colors

Available on Luxury, Premium Luxury, Premium Luxury Platinum, Sport, Sport Platinum:

• Black Raven (complimentary)
• Argent Silver Metallic
• Crystal White Tricoat
• Galactic Gray Metallic
• Radiant Red Tintcoat

Variant-Specific Colors

Aegean Stone: Available on Luxury ESV, Premium Luxury ESV, Sport ESV, and V-Series ESV (not on Platinum variants)
Deep Sea Metallic: Available on Luxury ESV, Premium Luxury ESV, Sport ESV, Premium Luxury Platinum ESV, Sport Platinum ESV (not on V-Series ESV)
Latte Metallic: Exclusive to Premium Luxury Platinum ESV and Sport Platinum ESV

V-Series ESV Specific Colors

The Escalade-V ESV offers five colors:

• Black Raven
• Argent Silver Metallic
• Crystal White Tricoat
• Aegean Stone
• Radiant Red Tintcoat

Interior Color Options

Luxury & Premium Luxury ESV

• Jet Black: Interluxe seat upholstery with precision perforated inserts
• Gideon/Whisper Beige: Semi-aniline leather with mini-chevron perforated inserts

Sport ESV Variants

• Jet Black: Full semi-aniline leather with faceted quilting
• Sheer Gray with Jet Black accents: Full semi-aniline leather with precision perforated inserts

Platinum ESV Variants (Premium Luxury Platinum & Sport Platinum)

• Jet Black: Full semi-aniline leather with Mondrian quilting and natural figured ash wood trim
• Gideon/Whisper Beige: Full semi-aniline leather with mini-chevron perforated inserts and linear Marquetry wood
• Sheer Gray: Full semi-aniline leather with faceted quilting and Jet Black accents

V-Series ESV

• Jet Black: Full semi-aniline leather with exclusive carbon fiber interior trim
• Renaissance Red with Jet Black accents: Premium leather upholstery

Detailed Specifications

Drivetrain

All Non-V-Series ESV: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) standard, four-wheel drive (4WD) available
V-Series ESV: All-wheel drive (AWD) standard with single-speed transfer case

Fuel Economy

Standard 6.2L V8 RWD: 17 MPG combined (15 city/19 highway)
Standard 6.2L V8 4WD: 16 MPG combined (14 city/18 highway)
Escalade-V ESV: 13 MPG combined (11 city/17 highway)

Dimensions - Escalade ESV

Length: 227 inches
Wheelbase: 134 inches
Width: 81.1 inches (without mirrors), 93.7 inches (with mirrors)
Height: 76.4 inches
Ground Clearance: Available with Air Ride Adaptive Suspension
Curb Weight: Approximately 6,290 lbs (V-Series)

Cargo and Passenger Space

Maximum Cargo Space: Up to 142.2 cubic feet (behind first row)
Cargo Behind Second Row: 94.1 cubic feet
Cargo Behind Third Row: 41.5 cubic feet
First Row Legroom: 44.51 inches
Second Row Legroom: 41.75 inches
Third Row Legroom: 36.75 inches (2 inches more than standard Escalade)
Headroom (First/Second/Third Row): 42.3 / 38.9 / 38.2 inches

Performance

0-60 mph: Not specified for standard variants, V-Series expected similar to standard V at 4.3 seconds
Top Speed: Not specified
Fuel Tank: 28.3 gallons (larger than standard Escalade's 24 gallons)

Towing Capacity

Standard ESV: 8,000 lbs (2WD), 7,900 lbs (4WD)
V-Series ESV: Not specified for towing

Key Features by Variant

Luxury ESV Standard Features

• 55-inch curved pillar-to-pillar display with front-passenger infotainment
• AKG Studio 19-speaker audio system
• Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology
• 12-way power heated front seats with lumbar control
• Wireless phone charging
• 5G Wi-Fi hotspot capability
• 22-inch 14-spoke alloy wheels with Bright Silver finish
• LED choreographed lighting
• Extended cargo space with 142.2 cubic feet maximum

Premium Luxury ESV Additions

• Leather seating surfaces with precision perforated inserts
• 12-way power heated and ventilated front seats
• Panoramic sliding glass roof with power shade
• 22-inch 9-spoke polished alloy wheels
• Magnetic Ride Control suspension
• Full-color Head-Up Display
• Electronic Limited Slip Differential

Sport ESV Features

• Gloss Black exterior accents throughout
• Sport grille with illuminated Cadillac crest
• 22-inch 6-spoke polished alloy wheels with Dark Android mask
• Leather seating with precision perforated inserts

Premium Luxury Platinum ESV Features

• 36-Speaker AKG Studio Reference Surround Audio System
• Full Semi-Aniline leather seats with Mondrian quilting
• 16-way power heated, ventilated and massage front seats
• 22-inch Split 7-Spoke polished alloy wheels with laser etching
• Night Vision thermal imaging
• Executive Second Row seating package available
• Console refrigerator with freezer mode
• Power open/close doors with soft-close

Sport Platinum ESV Features

• All Premium Luxury Platinum ESV features
• Sport-specific styling elements
• 22-inch 18-spoke alloy wheels with After Midnight premium paint
• Available 24-inch wheels

V-Series ESV Exclusive Features

• 6.2L Supercharged V8 engine with 682 horsepower
• Brembo 6-piston performance front brakes
• 24-inch Split 6-Spoke alloy wheels with Satin Graphite finish and laser-etched V logo
• Exclusive carbon fiber interior trim
• V-Mode driving mode with customizable settings
• AWD with torque vectoring capability
• Black quad exhaust with active exhaust valves

Executive Second Row Package (Available ESV)

Available on Premium Luxury Platinum and Sport Platinum ESV

• 14-way power heated and ventilated second-row captain's chairs
• Second-row wireless charging
• Dual 12.6-inch rear seat entertainment displays
• Rear command center
• Upgraded to 40-speaker AKG Studio Reference Audio System
• Stowable tray tables
• Enhanced storage solutions

Advanced Technology (All ESV Variants)

• Google built-in compatibility
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Amazon Alexa Built-In capability
• 126-color ambient interior lighting
• HD Surround Vision cameras
• Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
• Blind Zone Steering Assist

Safety Features (Standard ESV)

• Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance
• Forward Collision Alert
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Blind Zone Steering Assist
• Rear Cross Traffic Braking
• HD Rear Vision Camera
• Seven standard airbags
• Teen Driver technology

Seating Configurations

Seven-Passenger: Second-row captain's chairs with console Eight-Passenger: Second-row bench seating
Executive Second Row: Premium captain's chairs with enhanced features (available on Platinum variants)

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV offers substantially more cargo space and enhanced passenger comfort compared to the standard Escalade, while maintaining the same luxury features and powertrain options across its comprehensive variant lineup. The extended wheelbase provides additional third-row legroom and significantly more cargo capacity, making it ideal for families requiring maximum space and utility.