Introduction To 2006 Cadillac Escalade

The Cadillac Escalade was introduced with little hopes in 1999 when it was launched.
To everybody's surprise it became the best selling Cadillac.
The Escalade is based on Chevrolete tahoe GMC Yukon twins, but after six years it has a high profile just because of it premium features.

It is one of the most loved full size luxury sports vehicle and all this is because of its classic style, prodigious V8 engine, carefully crafted dynamics and exceptional interiors. In the SUVs segment it offers those things which others lack. From its powertrains, refined interiors, abundant cargo capacity, high tech instrumentation to its supreme ride quality Escalade is designed with perfection. The major upgrades to Escalade include the 345 hp Overhead valve V8 engine, Premium Bose Audio system and suspension with road sensors. It comes in 4 trims namely the Base model, ESV, ESV platinum Edition and EXT. All are powered by 345 hp V8 engine. All vehicles are All Wheel Drive and come with 4 speed automatic transmission. For all those power hungry people this SUV is a treat and a must buy.

2006 Cadillac Escalade Interiors

The plush interiors of Escalade are made possible due to extensive usage of high quality soft leather and dazzling wood accents. The cabin is very spacious and sitting in it gives you the comfort of your home. There is plenty of head and leg room available for both front and rear seats occupants. The seats are arranged in two rows and third row is optional. The 2nd row bucket seats can be replaced with bench seats with no extra cost. The cabin is made fairly quiet by isolating all the external sounds. The interior is laid out very well with use of clear gauges, eloquent dash components and fine buttons. The instrumentation is very handy and easy to pickup and use.
2006 Cadillac Escalade Standard Features
The standard features are OnStar assistance system, air conditioning with tri-zone automatic climate control with rear controls, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped/wood steering wheel with audio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, 14-way power front bucket seats, power-adjustable pedals, memory system (driver seat, pedals, mirrors), heated front and 2nd-row seats, 2nd-row bucket seats, 3rd-row split folding seat, 14-inch-longer wheelbase (ESV), wood interior trim, heated power mirrors , power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, illuminated visor mirrors, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer, automatic headlights, Bose audio system with in dash 6-disc CD changer, trip computer, map lights, variable-intermittent wipers, automatic shock-absorber control, load-leveling rear suspension,front-seat power lumbar adjustment (platinum addition) and heated/cooled front and 2nd-row seats (platinum edition).

Optional Features

The optional features include power sunroof, navigation system, rear-seat DVD entertainment system, chrome alloy wheels, Ebony interior trim, chrome grille, chrome alloy wheels, 2nd-row split bench seat and special paint.

2006 Cadillac Escalade Engine Specifications

All trims receive the same OHV V8 engine.
Number Of Cylinders : 8
Size Of Engine : 6.0 L
Engine Type : V8
HorsePower : 345 hp
Torque : 325 ft-lbs
Drive Type : AWD and RWD

2006 Cadillac Escalade Handling And Drivetrain

Considering the size and class of Escalade,surprisingly it acts very decently. The ride quality and road feel are very well kept under control by the road sensing suspension which is standard feature for all Escalades. Steering is very manuverable and the most conspicuous feature is the powerful 6.0 L V8 in the engine guts. The automatic transmission behaves very well and works greatly in synchronization with the engine.

2006 Cadillac Escalade Braking And Safety Specifications

The standard safety equipment is same on all Escalade trims and includes dual front airbags, front side airbags, antiskid system, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, rear-obstacle-detection system, tire-pressure monitor and daytime running lights.

2006 Cadillac Escalade Prices

2005 Cadillac Escalade AWD Base 4-dr wagon----$56,405
2005 Cadillac Escalade AWD ESV 4-dr wagon----$58,805
2005 Cadillac Escalade AWD ESV Platinum Edition 4-dr wagon----$70,175