6.2.2006
Cadillac premieres all-new Escalade in Europe

Cadillac presents the all-new Escalade at the 76th Geneva Motor Show. The luxury SUV is scheduled to enter the European market in the 2nd half of 2006.

Based on GM’s all-new full-size SUV architecture, the Escalade features new powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems. It is equipped with a new powerful all-aluminum V8 engine with an output of 403 hp (301 kW).

“The 2007 Escalade represents the next phase of Cadillac’s product renaissance – one that was launched by the previous-generation Escalade,” said Jim Taylor, Cadillac general manager. “Since its inception, Escalade has been an icon – the vehicle many discerning customers aspire to own.”

2007 Cadillac Escalade vehicle highlights include:

• All-new distinctive exterior design
• A highly refined spacious interior
• A new 403 horsepower 6.2L all-aluminum small-block V-8 with variable valve timing technology (VVT) providing improved fuel efficiency
• Efficient six-speed automatic transmission with Drive Shift Control
• Stronger frame chassis with responsive coil-over-shock front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering for the best ride and handling in the segment
• Standard roof-mounted head curtain side air bags and StabiliTrak stability control system with new rollover mitigation technology
• Bose 5.1 Digital Surround audio system, including available navigation radio with touch-screen control
• A myriad of luxury features available including factory installed chrome wheels, climate controlled front seats, power fold and tumble 2nd row seats, remote start, power articulating running boards, power liftgate and IntelliBeam headlamps
• Enhanced four-wheel disc brake system