The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ: America’s Bold Electric Luxury Flagship SUV
Cadillac has electrified its iconic full-size SUV with the 2025 Escalade IQ, a massive all-electric beast that combines unmistakable Escalade presence with cutting-edge EV technology. Built on GM’s Ultium platform, this three-row luxury SUV delivers silent, effortless power, class-leading range, and opulent features—perfect for American buyers who demand grandeur without compromise.
The Escalade IQ stands out with its dramatic vertical lighting signatures, aerodynamic silhouette, and imposing stance on massive 24-inch wheels.
Availability and Recent Accolades
As of December 2025, the 2025 Escalade IQ is available at U.S. dealerships, with deliveries well underway. It recently earned high praise, including being named MotorTrend’s 2026 SUV of the Year for its innovative engineering and luxurious execution.
An extended-wheelbase Escalade IQL variant is slated for production starting mid-2025 as a 2026 model.
Powertrain, Performance, and Range
The Escalade IQ packs a colossal ~200+ kWh Ultium battery (205 kWh usable) powering dual electric motors with standard all-wheel drive:
- Standard output: 680 horsepower and 615 lb-ft of torque.
- Velocity Max mode: Up to 750 horsepower and 785 lb-ft for blistering launches (0-60 mph in under 5 seconds).
- Estimated range: 460 miles (Cadillac/CARB figure; no official EPA rating due to GVWR over 10,000 lbs).
- Real-world testing: Achieved around 380 miles in highway range tests.
- Towing: Up to 8,000 pounds.
- Charging: 800-volt architecture supports up to 350 kW DC fast charging (100 miles in ~10 minutes); optional 19.2 kW Level 2 adds ~37 miles per hour.
Adaptive air suspension, Magnetic Ride Control 4.0, four-wheel steering (with Arrival Mode for diagonal maneuvering), and a low ride height option ensure surprisingly agile handling for a vehicle weighing over 9,000 pounds.
Interior and Tech: Ultimate Luxury
The cabin is a tech-forward sanctuary with a stunning curved 55-inch pillar-to-pillar LED display spanning driver info, infotainment, and passenger controls.
Highlights include:
- Executive second-row seating (with massaging and power recline on higher trims).
- Up to 119 cubic feet of cargo (plus 12.2 cu ft frunk/eTrunk).
- 40-speaker AKG Studio audio system.
- Standard Super Cruise hands-free highway driving (with 3 years included).
- Panoramic glass roof, customizable 126-color ambient lighting, and advanced safety suite.
The quiet EV cabin amplifies the sense of serenity and refinement.
Pricing and Trims
Starting at approximately $130,000 (including destination; base Luxury 1 around $127,700-$130,090 depending on configuration), with top trims exceeding $150,000 loaded. Available in Luxury and Sport variants, with options pushing prices higher.
It’s pricier than the gas Escalade but undercuts some ultra-luxury rivals while offering unmatched range and standard features.
Competition in the U.S. Market
The Escalade IQ dominates the full-size luxury EV SUV space against:
- Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
- Rivian R1S
- Lucid Gravity
- Tesla Model X
- Upcoming Range Rover Electric
Its combination of size, range, towing, and bold American styling sets it apart for buyers wanting excess in electric form.
Why the Escalade IQ Appeals to U.S. Buyers
In a market where full-size SUVs reign—especially for families, towing, and status—the Escalade IQ delivers iconic Cadillac swagger with zero-emission efficiency. It’s silent yet powerful, tech-loaded, and unapologetically huge. If you’re ready to go electric without downsizing, the 2025 Escalade IQ is the ultimate statement. Test drives are available now—expect to turn heads everywhere.
