2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ & 2026 Escalade IQL

  • Drivetrain: Battery-electric 2-motor AWD, single-speed transmission
  • Power: Normal Mode- 680 hp & 615 lb.-ft., Velocity Max Mode- 750 hp & 785 lb.-ft.
  • Performance: 0-60 mph in “under 5 seconds”
  • Range: 2025 Escalade IQ- 460 miles, 2026 Escalade IQL- 455 miles
  • Seating: 6 with second-row captain’s chairs, 7 with second-row bench
  • Cargo space for 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ- Behind 3rd Row: 23.6 cf, Behind 1st Row: 119.1 cf
  • Cargo space for 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL- Behind 3rd Row: 24.2 cf, Behind 1st: 125.2 Row cf
  • Both models: Additional 12.2 cf frunk
  • MSRP (before federal tax credits): 2025 Cadillac IQ- $129,795, 2026 Cadillac IQL- $132,695

Pros

  • Attractive design
  • Massive interior space
  • Gobs of power
  • Even more features than gas-powered model

Cons

  • You’ll need very deep pockets
  • Huge battery pack is slow to charge, especially at home
  • No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto

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