2026 CADILLAC ESCALADE IQ MODEL REVIEW - Kansas City, MO

What's New for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ?

For 2026, the Escalade IQ masterfully combines sophistication, excitement, and everyday functionality like never before. Retaining Cadillac's impressive 55-inch curved LED display and Super Cruise® hands-free driving system, it now leverages GM's latest Ultium electric architecture with dual motors that generate up to 750 hp and deliver an EPA-estimated range of up to 465 miles. Cadillac continues offering four distinctive trims-Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury, and Premium Sport-for this model year. The Luxury and Sport trims feature 22-inch wheels, while Premium Luxury and Premium Sport models come standard with 24-inch wheels straight from the assembly line.

What Are the 2026 Escalade IQ Trims & Features?

Cadillac's Escalade IQ offering is split into four unique trims to suit various tastes. The entry-level Luxury includes the full-width LED display, panoramic glass roof, adaptive air suspension with Magnetic Ride Control and Four-Wheel Steer, heated and ventilated front seats (plus heated second-row seats), a heated steering wheel, five-zone climate control, a 19-speaker AKG® audio system, and the comprehensive driver-assist suite. Moving up to Sport introduces a more dynamic stance, optional 24-inch wheels, obsidian-chrome exterior accents, sport-tuned suspension tweaks, and special interior stitching. Premium Luxury heightens the luxury experience with a 19.2 kW onboard charger for faster Level 2 charging, a Night-Vision Imaging System, massaging front seats upholstered in upgraded synthetic leather, a 38-speaker AKG® Studio Reference system with Dolby Atmos®, and the Smart Trailering Package. At the top, Premium Sport showcases exclusive design details and grants access to the Executive Second-Row Seating Package-with reclining ottomans and a 42-speaker AKG® audio setup-ensuring every traveler feels like a VIP.

How Much Horsepower Does the 2026 Escalade IQ Have?

Powered by its dual-motor Ultium powertrain, the Escalade IQ delivers up to 750 hp, sprinting from 0-60 mph in under five seconds without sacrificing Cadillac's trademark serene, whisper-quiet cabin.

What Safety Features Does the 2026 Escalade IQ Include?

The comprehensive Safety features include forward-collision alert, blind-spot intervention, front cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, automated parking, and Super Cruise® hands-free driving, all supported by a three-year OnStar® plan.

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