Test drove the new Escalade today...

[DougAMiller]

I've been looking at these a for a little while now, and this is the first model of the Escalade that I actually like the looks of. I always thought the Tahoe was more appealing in the previous models, but I really like the new one. It was very smooth and comfortable and the features are definitely cutting edge. I just might have to think really seriously about getting one of these. Only thing is, they said GM isn't producing them with some of the features that would be have-to-have's for me just yet. They said that the 2-speed transfer case and SuperCruise probably won't be available until around March.

 

[fozzi58]

I would wait. The super cruise alone is worth it. I have seen some hoes and burbs in the wild now and they just aren't growing on me. Granted I am going to have my '17 Burb for a few more years but the Esky is out of my price range. I am probably going GMC next round. While the look of the Esky is nicer, the Yukon XL will fall closer into my affordability range and looks good. Hopefully by the time I am ready for an upgrade there will be some better engine options as well. I'm looking forward to seeing how the 5.3 or 6.2 is improved over the next couple years or possibly replaced with the new L8T 6.6L motor.

 

[DougAMiller]

Well, I pulled the trigger on a new Escalade today. The order is in, now I sit back and wait. They said since I had included SuperCruise it will likely be April, maybe March if I'm lucky.

Has anyone here ordered one and received it recently? If so, I'd be curious how long it took to get it.

 

[Stbentoak]

I really don't get what all the hooody hoo is over SuperCruise... I mean it is kinda self driving, but it's not like I'm going to take a nap or read the paper while going 70 on a freeway. If I have to be attentive, why not just put your hands on the wheel and drive? Not knocking it, but unless I can trust it fully and actually do something else, I might as well drive it my self....

 

[DougAMiller]

I really don't get what all the hooody hoo is over SuperCruise... I mean it is kinda self driving, but it's not like I'm going to take a nap or read the paper while going 70 on a freeway. If I have to be attentive, why not just put your hands on the wheel and drive? Not knocking it, but unless I can trust it fully and actually do something else, I might as well drive it my self....

My reason for wanting it is that I drive from Denver to central Missouri to visit my mom as often as I can get away, and I thought it would be nice on that long stretch of I-70 crossing Kansas. The strong cross-winds that are prevalent there can make it tiresome staying centered in the lane. Don't know how well SuperCruise will handle those winds, but if it does then it would make the trip a lot more pleasant.

 

[DougAMiller]

I guess this isn't really proof, but for those that want pictures, here is the image from the Cadillac configurator of the one that I ordered.

Sport model with the Driver Assist, Onyx and HD Trailering packages, and also added SuperCruise. I decided not to get the upgraded audio, RSE, or night vision.

Hope it comes in sooner rather than later. On the other hand, I suppose that the later in the build-year that it is done, the more likely it is that any new-model issues will be resolved before I get it.

 

[Stbentoak]

That is the same thing that I had envisioned buying a month or so ago, but after doing the numbers and deciding if I really really needed something like this, I’ve decided to go with a Denali and a Duramax and have a custom shop black out the chrome on it I think I can get 95% of the same thing for about 20 K less. Of course minus that fancy dashboard !!
It still looks very sharp and much good luck with it.

 

[DougAMiller]

That is the same thing that I had envisioned buying a month or so ago, but after doing the numbers and deciding if I really really needed something like this, I’ve decided to go with a Denali and a Duramax and have a custom shop black out the chrome on it I think I can get 95% of the same thing for about 20 K less. Of course minus that fancy dashboard !!
It still looks very sharp and much good luck with it.

Thanks! Yes, now that the decision has been made, I'm really anxious to see it in person. The dealer didn't have any in these colors. I could only see this color on one of their other models.

 

[swathdiver]

My reason for wanting it is that I drive from Denver to central Missouri to visit my mom as often as I can get away, and I thought it would be nice on that long stretch of I-70 crossing Kansas. The strong cross-winds that are prevalent there can make it tiresome staying centered in the lane. Don't know how well SuperCruise will handle those winds, but if it does then it would make the trip a lot more pleasant.

Nice set up Doug! Anything to make driving easier with less fatigue as we get older I'm generally for it, super cruise looks cool.

 

[Doubeleive]

so presuming you read the owners manual and or have tested out how the supercruise works, what is the fastest speed it will work at?

 

[DougAMiller]

so presuming you read the owners manual and or have tested out how the supercruise works, what is the fastest speed it will work at?

Well, I did already download the owner's manual and skim/read through it. I don't recall it saying that there is a maximum speed that SuperCruise can be set, but I did read somewhere that the top speed is limited to 120mph. Somewhere I think I read that Tesla's AutoPilot has a maximum of 90mph. I haven't had a chance to try it out, as the local dealer hasn't gotten one with SuperCruise yet.

 

[DougAMiller]

Brought it home today. Awesome truck!!

'21 Escalade Sport | 4WD | Shadow Metallic | Driver Assist Tech Package | Onyx Package | HD Trailering Package | SuperCruise

 

[Banks22]

Oh wow you just got it! 6 months!!! I commend you on the patience, I do not have any lol. I just got new Tahoe in white but I really love the Escalade sport in white. I probably could have afforded it but my payment is pretty cheap on the 21’ Tahoe after selling my 18’.

 

[Banks22]

Brought it home today. Awesome truck!!

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'21 Escalade Sport | 4WD | Shadow Metallic | Driver Assist Tech Package | Onyx Package | HD Trailering Package | SuperCruise

A few interior pictures too please

 

[Philpug]

Time to change your avatar G'looking truck.

 

[DougAMiller]

A few interior pictures too please

Here's a couple inside.

 

[TollKeeper]

I do like that they FINALLY have a center console gear shift. It only took them, well they never had them.. dumb GM, really dumb.

 

[JasonHTX]

I've been looking at these a for a little while now, and this is the first model of the Escalade that I actually like the looks of. I always thought the Tahoe was more appealing in the previous models, but I really like the new one. It was very smooth and comfortable and the features are definitely cutting edge. I just might have to think really seriously about getting one of these. Only thing is, they said GM isn't producing them with some of the features that would be have-to-have's for me just yet. They said that the 2-speed transfer case and SuperCruise probably won't be available until around March.

Ask the dealer some direct questions about lifter failures in those motors and what GM has done to fix the issues.

 

[TrueAt1stLight]

Gorgeous truck! Congrats! I really love that color combo. Please report back on Supercruise functionality. I’m in field sales and routinely drive similar long desolate rural routes as you indicated in a previous post. I’m really curious how advanced it is and how it compares to what I’ve read about Tesla’s self-driving capabilities.

 

[Banks22]

I do like that they FINALLY have a center console gear shift. It only took them, well they never had them.. dumb GM, really dumb.

I don’t like the center consule gear shift, takes away space for cups and junk