CADILLAC ESCALADE IQL

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL is available in four distinct variants with the same styling themes as the Escalade IQ but in a lengthened body format:

Luxury Variants

• Luxury (base electric luxury)
• Premium Luxury (enhanced electric luxury)

Sport Variants

• Sport (base electric sport)
• Premium Sport (enhanced electric sport)

The IQL extends the Escalade IQ's length by 4.2 inches to 228.5 inches while maintaining the same 136.2-inch wheelbase, providing additional third-row space and cargo capacity.

Core Specifications by Variant

Luxury

Fuel Type: Electric
Seating: 7 passengers (three rows)
Transmission: Direct-drive electric
Power: 680 HP (509 kW) standard, 750 HP (560 kW) with Velocity Max
Torque: 615 lb-ft (834 Nm) standard, 785 lb-ft (1,065 Nm) with Velocity Max
Engine/Battery: 205 kWh battery pack with dual permanent-magnet motors
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury electric SUV

Premium Luxury

Fuel Type: Electric
Seating: 7 passengers (three rows)
Transmission: Direct-drive electric
Power: 680 HP (509 kW) standard, 750 HP (560 kW) with Velocity Max
Torque: 615 lb-ft (834 Nm) standard, 785 lb-ft (1,065 Nm) with Velocity Max
Engine/Battery: 205 kWh battery pack with dual permanent-magnet motors
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury electric SUV

Sport

Fuel Type: Electric
Seating: 7 passengers (three rows)
Transmission: Direct-drive electric
Power: 680 HP (509 kW) standard, 750 HP (560 kW) with Velocity Max
Torque: 615 lb-ft (834 Nm) standard, 785 lb-ft (1,065 Nm) with Velocity Max
Engine/Battery: 205 kWh battery pack with dual permanent-magnet motors
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury electric SUV

Premium Sport

Fuel Type: Electric
Seating: 7 passengers (three rows)
Transmission: Direct-drive electric
Power: 680 HP (509 kW) standard, 750 HP (560 kW) with Velocity Max
Torque: 615 lb-ft (834 Nm) standard, 785 lb-ft (1,065 Nm) with Velocity Max
Engine/Battery: 205 kWh battery pack with dual permanent-magnet motors
Steering: Left-hand drive
Body Type: Full-size luxury electric SUV

Available Colors by Variant

The 2026 Escalade IQL offers an exclusive color palette distinct from both the standard Escalade and Escalade IQ:

Exterior Colors (All Variants)

• Adobe Frost (new exclusive color)
• Black Cherry Tintcoat
• Black Raven (complimentary)
• Deep Space Metallic
• Luna Metallic (new exclusive color)
• Magnus Metal Frost (matte finish)
• Sandstone (new exclusive color)
• Vibrant White Tricoat (new exclusive color)

Two-Tone Options (All Variants except Black Raven)

All exterior colors except Black Raven are available with a black painted roof for a custom two-tone appearance.

Interior Color Options by Variant

Luxury & Sport Interior Options

Backen Black with Santorini accents

• Nouveauluxe upholstery (premium synthetic leather)
• Fjord quilting pattern
• Bright Metallic wood trim

Sheer Gray with Dark Medium Cinder accents

• Nouveauluxe upholstery (premium synthetic leather)
• Fjord quilting pattern
• Very Bright Pearl wood trim

Premium Luxury & Premium Sport Interior Options

Camelia with Backen Black accents

• Nouveauluxe upholstery (premium synthetic leather)
• Evren back inserts and Cygnus seat cushion perforated pattern
• Dark Gray Metallic wood with Light Tan tones

Harbor Blue with Backen Black accents

• Nouveauluxe upholstery (premium synthetic leather)
• Carrington Falls perforated pattern
• Metallic Silver wood with Ombre finish

Detailed Specifications

Drivetrain

All Variants: Dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) standard with single-speed direct-drive transmission

Electric Range and Performance

Range: 460 miles (Cadillac-estimated)
0-60 mph: 4.7 seconds (with Velocity Max mode)
Weight: Approximately 9,100 pounds
Battery: 205 kWh usable capacity with 800V architecture
Towing Capacity: 7,500 pounds

Charging Capabilities

DC Fast Charging: Up to 350 kW maximum charge speed
DC Fast Charging Time: 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes
Level 2 AC Charging (Luxury & Sport): 11.5 kW - up to 22 miles of range per hour
Level 2 AC Charging (Premium variants): 19.2 kW - up to 36 miles of range per hour
Home Charging: Dual-level charging cord included (20-ft, 7.7 kW)

Dimensions

Length: 228.5 inches
Wheelbase: 136.2 inches
Width: 81.1 inches (without mirrors), 94.1 inches (with mirrors)
Height: 76.1 inches
Ground Clearance: 6.9 inches

Passenger and Cargo Space

Seating: 7 passengers across three rows
First Row Legroom: 45.2 inches
Second Row Legroom: 41.4 inches
Third Row Legroom: 36.7 inches (4.4 inches more than Escalade IQ)
Cargo Behind Third Row: 24.2 cubic feet
Cargo Behind Second Row: 72.0 cubic feet
Maximum Cargo (Behind First Row): 137.4 cubic feet
eTrunk Front Storage: 12.2 cubic feet (lockable)

Key Features by Variant

Luxury Standard Features

• 22-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with mask and polish
• Curved pillar-to-pillar 55-inch total diagonal LED display
• Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance (3-year OnStar plan included)
• 21-speaker AKG Studio Audio System
• Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control
• 4-Wheel Steer with Cadillac Arrival Mode
• 7-module slimline Adaptive Headlamp System with automatic leveling and cornering
• Panoramic fixed-glass roof with power sunshade
• Heated steering wheel with heated and ventilated front seats
• Heated second-row bucket seats
• 12-way power front row seating with 8-way power adjustment and 4-way lumbar
• Power-folding third row
• Active Noise Cancellation
• HD Surround Vision cameras
• Head-Up Display
• Google built-in compatibility
• Wireless phone charging
• 11.5 kW Level 2 charging capability
• Power hood with eTrunk and 12.2 cubic feet of cargo space
• Rear liftgate with independently operable rear lift glass
• Bright Galvano finished trim, moldings and window surround

Premium Luxury Additional Features Over Luxury

• 19.2 kW Level 2 charging capability (upgraded from 11.5 kW)
• 38-speaker AKG Studio Reference Audio System (upgraded from 21-speaker)
• Two-tone paint with black painted roof (available)
• Rear Seat Entertainment with two mounted 12.6-inch diagonal touchscreen displays
• Power open and close doors
• Night Vision thermal imaging
• Massage front seats with power bolsters
• 16-way power front-row seating with shoulder and back bolster adjustment (upgraded from 12-way)
• 24-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels with mask and polish with machine face and high gloss black pockets and inserts

Sport Standard Features

Includes all Luxury features plus Sport-specific styling

• 22-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels with mask and polish
• Obsidian Chrome finished grille (darkened chrome)
• Sport-specific exterior styling elements
• Sport-themed interior appointments

Premium Sport Additional Features Over Sport

Includes all Premium Luxury enhanced features plus Sport-specific styling:

• 19.2 kW Level 2 charging capability
• 38-speaker AKG Studio Reference Audio System
• Two-tone paint with black painted roof (available)
• Rear Seat Entertainment with two mounted 12.6-inch touchscreen displays
• Power open and close doors
• Night Vision thermal imaging
• Massage front seats with power bolsters
• 16-way power front-row seating with shoulder and back bolster adjustment
• 24-inch 7-spoke alloy wheels with diamond cut face with high gloss black pockets and inserts and dark tintcoat
• Sport-specific styling elements throughout

Executive Second Row Package (Available on Premium variants)

• Second-row heated, ventilated and massaging captain's chairs (14-way power adjustment)
• Stowable tray tables
• Dual wireless charging pads in second row
• Enhanced storage solutions
• Premium rear passenger amenities
• Full-length console extending to second row
• Upgraded to 40-speaker AKG Studio Reference Audio System

Advanced Technology Features (All Variants)

• Google built-in compatibility with voice assistant
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Amazon Alexa capability
• MyBrand mobile app integration with charging station locator
• Real-time charging availability information
• Home backup power capability (vehicle-to-home)
• Regenerative braking with multiple settings
• Customizable driver modes
• Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist
• Universal Home Remote

Safety Features (Standard All Variants)

• Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology
• Automatic Emergency Braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection
• Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
• Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking
• Reverse Automatic Braking
• Rear Cross Traffic Braking
• Front Pedestrian Braking with Bicyclist Detection
• Blind Zone Steering Assist
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Automatic Lane Change
• HD Surround Vision with recorder capability
• Rear Camera Mirror
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Driver Attention Assist
• Teen Driver technology

Key Differences Between Variants

Luxury vs Sport Styling

• Luxury variants feature bright Galvano exterior trim and traditional luxury grille
• Sport variants feature Obsidian Chrome exterior trim and sport-specific grille design

Standard vs Premium Equipment

• Standard variants include 21-speaker audio, 11.5 kW charging, and 12-way power seating
• Premium variants upgrade to 38-speaker audio, 19.2 kW charging, 16-way power seating, massage seats, Night Vision, and rear entertainment system

IQL vs IQ Differences

• 4.2 inches longer overall length (228.5 vs 224.3 inches)
• 4.4 inches more third-row legroom (36.7 vs 32.3 inches)
• Enhanced cargo capacity with 137.4 cubic feet maximum
• Exclusive color palette with four new colors not available on IQ
• Slightly reduced range due to increased size and weight

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL represents the ultimate in electric luxury SUV space and comfort, offering substantially more third-row passenger room and cargo capacity while maintaining the advanced technology and luxury appointments of the Escalade IQ in an even more spacious package.