Cadillac Escalade 2011 model

Starting at $63.160 MSRP (base) and with 12 trims available, the new 2011 Cadillac Escalade is a representative american car.

Cadillac is currently the second oldest American automobile manufacturer behind Buick and among the oldest automobile brands in the world. Cadillac was born in 1902. Its founder (Henry Lelard) named the company after his ancestor, Anoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the founder of Detroit. It was purchased in 1909 by General Motors and within six years, Cadillac laid the foundation for the modern mass production of automobiles.

The Cadillac Escalade 2011 is a large, luxurious SUV that delivers performance and style. This premium large SUV is basically an upscale version of the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon.

The 2011 Cadillac Escalade features luxury seating for up to eight, with removable third-row seat for maximum cargo space. The 2011 Escalade offers good cargo capacity for its class. Behind the third-row seats is 16.9 cubic feet of cargo space. As rear seats are folded or removed, the cargo space drastically increases. With the second row folded, the Cadillac Escalade has a 108.9 cubic feet of cargo space.

The 10-way power driver’s seat comes with a memory feature. His and hers key fobs allow each driver to program their own seat position: unlock the doors with your personal remote entry fob, and the seat slides to your favorite position.

The 2011 Cadillac Escalade comes standard with rear park assist, a power lift gate and remote starter. A three month trial of XM sattelite radio is standard, as are independent tri-zone climate controls. An optional DVD-based navigation system is disponible. The 2011 Cadillac Escalade comes standard with a premium Bose stereo with dual play (CD/DVD) in-dash six CD charger, 10 speakers and MP3 capability. Independent rear-seat audio controls with headphone jacks also come standard.

The engine is a characteristically large and powerful 6.2 liter V8, providing 403 horsepower and 417 ft/lbs of torque. With a fuel-injected system equipped with a 26 gallons tank , the Cadillac Escalade 2011 gets 20 miles per gallon on the highway and 14 mpg in city. The Cadillac Escalade comes equipped with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive system and a six-speed automatic transmission.

This power plant gives to the new 2011 Cadillac Escalade a leg up in horsepower and drive capability over the competition wich includes full size SUV like the Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX56 and Range Rover.

Offered on Escalade and the extended-length Escalade ESV, the 2011 Cadillac Escalade Platinum edition include a blend of technical innovations and aesthetic enhancements, including unique 22-inch wheels and exclusive Platinum exterior badges. Segment-first applications of Magnetic Ride Control technology (available on all Escalade models with 22-inch wheels) and full-function light-emitting diode (LED) headlamps highlight the Platinum’s technology.

Available safety features for all Escalades include ABS, traction control, front-side airbags and curtain-side airbags.

In conclusion, the edmunds.com says:

For folks who feel the need for a combination of luxury sedan trappings and full-size SUV functionality, the Escalade proves that sometimes too much is just enough.