The 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV. It’s everything you love about Escalade. Just more of it. Its extended cabin seats up to 8 adults in luxurious comfort and still has almost 30 additional cubic feet of interior space. In fact, there’s a total of 137.4 cubic feet behind the first row14—the most in its class—for luggage or whatever you need to bring along. In addition to tremendous room, the stunning interior features supple, leather-trimmed, 14-way power-adjustable front seats with French-stitched seams, memory settings for 2 drivers and heated and cooled seatbacks and cushions. You’ll also enjoy a premium 10-speaker Bose® 5.1 surround sound system and a leather- and wood-trimmed steering wheel that’s power-adjustable. A heated option is available. Power is in abundant supply with a 6.2L 403 HP V8 engine mated to a heavy-duty 6-speed automatic transmission, giving Escalade ESV Rear-Wheel Drive models a maximum towing capacity of 8,000 lbs.29 when properly equipped. Automatic electronic rear-level control and computer-controlled Road Sensing Suspension helps even out—and smooth out—the ride while towing. There’s also available, class-exclusive Magnetic Ride Control suspension that reacts in the blink of an eye to changing road conditions. Escalade ESV full-size luxury SUV is available with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) to help you power through some of the worst road conditions. Also helping you navigate with ease is precise rack-and-pinion steering that is recalibrated for ESV, making parking stress-free.
It’s luxury and technology amplified—and it takes Escalade ESV to an unprecedented level. Platinum features include:
Exclusive Light Linen/Cocoa interior with TEHĀMA®6 Aniline full-leather first- and second-row seats with contrast-color French stitching and embroidered Wreath and Crest logos
A leather-wrapped instrument panel and upper door trim with French-stitched seams
Genuine Olive Ash and burled Walnut wood trim with decorative inlays
A rear-seat DVD entertainment system with 2 LCD screens, plus remote and 2-channel headphones
Heated and cooled cupholders
Brilliant, jewel-like LED headlamps
Unique front fascia and upper and lower grilles
Dazzling 22" multi-spoke chromed aluminum-alloy wheels7 exclusive to Platinum
See all of the ways Cadillac Escalade ESV is setting the new standard.
The 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV full-size SUV delivers on quality and quantity. Its extended cabin provides luxurious seating for up to 8 passengers with over 45 cubic feet of storage30 behind the third row for luggage, golf clubs or whatever you need to bring along. If you need even more space, you can transform the second- and third-row seats to create over 137 cubic feet of cargo storage.14 In fact, this full size sport utility vehicle is a segment-leader in maximum cargo capacity. With all that size, you'll need a powerful V8 engine—like its standard 6.2L Vortec V8 engine with 403 HP and 417 lb.-ft. of torque. Its Variable Valve Timing (VVT) continuously manages the intake and exhaust valves to create the perfect combination of low-end pull and high-end horsepower. It also utilizes Active Fuel Management that can when you don't need the full power of eight cylinders and automatically adjust to run on four, saving you fuel.34 What’s more, Escalade is backed by Cadillac Shield, the most comprehensive suite of owner benefits offered by any luxury automotive brand in the world. Select benefits include Premium Care Maintenance, a fully transferable maintenance program that covers select required maintenance services during the first 4 years or 50,000 miles;8 the Cadillac Powertrain Warranty8 that is 30K miles more than Lexus and 50K more than BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The 4-year/50,000-mile8 Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty covers repairs on the vehicle, including parts and labor, and Hands-Free Calling capability from OnStar5 that allows you to safely make and receive calls from your Cadillac. Plus, with MyCadillac and OnStar RemoteLink19 mobile apps, you can access and control your Cadillac from anywhere you have cell phone service, and Cadillac 5-year Roadside Assistance provides lock-out service, a tow, fuel, Dealer Technician Roadside Service, and more. Space, power and comfort make the 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV a true luxury full-size SUV.
* Map coverage available in the United States, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Canada.
1 The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment. Click here to see all Cadillac vehicles' destination freight charges. 6 The TEHĀMA trademark is used under license by General Motors.
7 Use only GM-approved tire and wheel combinations. For important tire and wheel information go to gmaccessorieszone.com or see your dealer for details.
14 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
29 Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. See your Cadillac dealer for additional details.