2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ: Luxury Goes Electric
Cadillac reimagines its flagship SUV as an all-electric luxury vehicle, combining unprecedented range with signature Escalade presence and comfort.
Cadillac has unveiled its first all-electric full-size luxury SUV, the 2025 Escalade IQ, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s transition to an all-electric future. This groundbreaking vehicle combines the presence and luxury expected of an Escalade with cutting-edge electric technology and impressive performance capabilities.
Revolutionary Electric Performance
The Escalade IQ sets new standards for electric luxury SUVs:
- Estimated 460 miles of range on a full charge
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive system
- Up to 750 horsepower in Velocity Max mode
- 785 lb-ft of instant torque
- 0-60 mph in less than 5 seconds
- 200 kW DC fast charging capability
- 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes of charging
Advanced Electric Architecture
Built on GM’s Ultium platform, the Escalade IQ features:
- 200+ kWh battery pack
- Advanced battery thermal management
- Adaptive air suspension with four-wheel steering
- Up to 10 degrees of rear steering
- Magnetic Ride Control 4.0
- Regen on Demand paddle shifters
- One-pedal driving capability
Distinctive Design
The exterior design evolves Escalade’s commanding presence for the electric era:
- Black Crystal shield replacing traditional grille
- Choreographed LED welcome lighting sequence
- Full-width LED light blade
- Illuminated Cadillac crest
- 24-inch wheels
- Active front grille shutters
- Power-assisted running boards
Luxurious Interior
Inside, the Escalade IQ offers unprecedented luxury and technology:
- 55-inch curved LED display combining instrument cluster and infotainment
- 40-speaker AKG Studio Reference audio system
- Open-pore wood trim with backlit elements
- 35-inch front-row legroom
- Power-adjustable second-row captain’s chairs
- Hands-free opening power liftgate
- Customizable ambient lighting
- Fixed glass roof with electrochromic dimming
Advanced Technology
The Escalade IQ introduces several technological innovations:
- Google Built-in with Google Assistant, Maps, and Play Store
- Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance
- Remote parking assist
- Trailering-capable Super Cruise
- 5G connectivity
- Over-the-air software updates
- Digital key technology
- Advanced driver personalization
Safety and Driver Assistance
Standard safety features include:
- Forward Collision Alert
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front and Rear Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Blind Zone Steering Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- HD Surround Vision
- Night Vision
Pricing and Availability
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ will be offered in several trim levels:
- Luxury: Starting at approximately $130,000
- Premium Luxury: Starting at approximately $145,000
- Sport: Starting at approximately $150,000
Production is scheduled to begin in summer 2024 at GM’s Factory ZERO Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Center, with deliveries beginning in late 2024.
Market Position
The Escalade IQ enters the growing ultra-luxury electric SUV segment, competing with established players while offering unique Cadillac attributes. With its combination of range, performance, and luxury, the Escalade IQ aims to set new standards for electric luxury SUVs while maintaining the nameplate’s position as a status symbol.
The vehicle represents Cadillac’s commitment to an all-electric future, with more battery-electric models planned for introduction in the coming years. The Escalade IQ serves as a technology flagship for the brand, showcasing Cadillac’s vision for luxury electric mobility.
Fun Fact: The 2025 Escalade IQ’s 55-inch curved LED display is the largest in its class, containing over 12 million pixels and offering more screen real estate than most living room televisions.