GM Reveals 2021 Cadillac Escalade - Page 2

RagingHawk · 02-04-2020, 10:51 PM

Everybody knew they will perfect the interior, chassis and tech features for the car but didn't know what to expect for the exterior. Now that I've seen it, I'd like to see more color combinations for the exterior before I make a final judgement. As of now though side profile looks too much like Tahoe/Yukon and front fascia(blacked out one) looks too much like an XT6. I don't like that.

Honestly the current gen Escalade has one of the best exterior designs on an SUV and it has a distinct look and prestigious/flashy ambiance to it. This one has less flashiness which I don't agree with. Even the current gen Tahoe/Yukon look really good from an exterior standpoint and better than the new ones, lol.

But they had to make some changes , so.

Bhobbs · 02-05-2020, 12:20 AM

The exterior is pretty toned down. Not bad though. The interior looks very well done.

This thing is begging for the 4.2 Blackwing.

RLHMARINES · 02-05-2020, 12:37 AM

I'm a GM guy at heart but I'm a car guy also and the Navigator is striking but it's a ripoff of the Land Rover's look by and large on the outside. It's a looker.

This Escalade will continue to be the classic hip SUV especially dressed in black that it has traditionally enjoyed being for decades but I'm glad Lincoln made Cadillac step up its game just the same.

DRKS1D3 · 02-05-2020, 06:05 AM

Very classy! I'm certain they will sell thousands of them.

TreedYou · 02-05-2020, 07:12 AM

Wow that thing is looking extra pretty this year!

lbls1 · 02-05-2020, 08:33 AM

All of the refreshed SUVs are on par with each other in terms of looks. The pricier GMC and Cadillac will have more trim features and possibly wheel choices than the Chevy. Where this Cadillac shines is obviously the interior. It has been a close call up to this point, as most brands could feature a luxurious leather appointed interior. With this new example, the Cadillac seems to have regained some of its flavor from the past, such as innovative technical advances that have been tastefully placed (steering wheel strobe especially).

Nice job. Edit: Cadillac gets it. We need some type of shifter folks. Push button shifting doesn't cut it in a truck or suv. Even an electronic joystick is a welcomed sight in this interior.

shaffe · 02-05-2020, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by KMPrenger

Ahh...fully revealed now!

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but I still give the nod to the Navigator for a more high end look and feel for the exterior, but I certainly don't hate this guy. I think it looks nice enough. As for the interior, I think they are close, but I'd give the nod to the Cadillac for its look plus some of those super awesome features puts it over the top.

Hope it sells well.

Agreed. I think that interior is amazing, I can't wait to see it and sit in it.

The exterior though, for a luxury SUV it just seems very toned down and I guess simple is the word I am looking for maybe. It doesn't have that wow factor to me that I think a luxury SUV should have.

FenwickHockey65 · 02-05-2020, 03:52 PM

All right I found something I don't like. Or at least find odd.

Cadillac started using fabric to cover various panels like the doors, a la the Escala concept. Even places where it would've been more than acceptable to use a quality soft touch plastic like the glove box is fabric.

But then, we have the center console and shifter surround.

Plastic. Wtf.

detltu · 02-05-2020, 04:10 PM

Exterior is ho hum. Love the display and super cruise is a major selling point.

They are just so darn expensive.

DC5 · 02-05-2020, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

All right I found something I don't like. Or at least find odd.

Cadillac started using fabric to cover various panels like the doors, a la the Escala concept. Even places where it would've been more than acceptable to use a quality soft touch plastic like the glove box is fabric.

But then, we have the center console and shifter surround.

Plastic. Wtf.

If the center console trim is made from hard plastic, I would agree with your observation. However, it appears to be made from soft-touch plastic, which, in my opinion, is acceptable.

While I am very impressed with the initial photographs and videos of the interior, a few of the switchgear items look out of place in this price category. For example, the steering wheel paddles and tilt/telescoping steering wheel switch are clearly shared with other less expensive GM offerings. Unacceptable.

DRKS1D3 · 02-06-2020, 06:21 AM

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Originally Posted by detltu

Exterior is ho hum. Love the display and super cruise is a major selling point.

They are just so darn expensive.

Agreed. And as long as there are people buying them, the prices will continue to go through the roof. In 50 years, a Chevy Sonic-like car will cost $90-100k.

KMPrenger · 02-06-2020, 12:43 PM

I read that they didn't put carpet in places where your arm may rest, like the console there may be one of those places. It would dirty up in a hurry if they used carpet where your arm may be resting.

But I don't actually know if anyone would place their arm there.

Avenging Orange · 02-06-2020, 01:51 PM

Personally, I think the Escalade has run its course

DC5 · 02-06-2020, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Avenging Orange

Personally, I think the Escalade has run its course

What evidence do you offer to support such a preposterous statement?

02-05-2020, 12:20 AM	#16
Bhobbs Drives: 2015 SS 1LE Red Hot, 1970 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chino, CA Posts: 6,989	The exterior is pretty toned down. Not bad though. The interior looks very well done. This thing is begging for the 4.2 Blackwing. __________________

02-05-2020, 12:37 AM	#17
RLHMARINES 1st Civ. Div. Drives: Camaroless for now...RIP "Big SexZ" Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Savannah, Ga Posts: 2,726	I'm a GM guy at heart but I'm a car guy also and the Navigator is striking but it's a ripoff of the Land Rover's look by and large on the outside. It's a looker. This Escalade will continue to be the classic hip SUV especially dressed in black that it has traditionally enjoyed being for decades but I'm glad Lincoln made Cadillac step up its game just the same. __________________ Swift....Silent....Deadly

02-05-2020, 06:05 AM	#18
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02-05-2020, 08:33 AM	#20
lbls1 Drives: 2002 Camaro SS SOM; 2015 Malibu LTZ Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 4,021	All of the refreshed SUVs are on par with each other in terms of looks. The pricier GMC and Cadillac will have more trim features and possibly wheel choices than the Chevy. Where this Cadillac shines is obviously the interior. It has been a close call up to this point, as most brands could feature a luxurious leather appointed interior. With this new example, the Cadillac seems to have regained some of its flavor from the past, such as innovative technical advances that have been tastefully placed (steering wheel strobe especially). Nice job. Edit: Cadillac gets it. We need some type of shifter folks. Push button shifting doesn't cut it in a truck or suv. Even an electronic joystick is a welcomed sight in this interior. __________________ '02 CAMARO SS SOM; 5.7L LS1/FLS6B '08 TBSS AWD Black Granite Metallic '15 Malibu LTZ 2LZ Turbo *'14 CAMARO ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic*

02-05-2020, 03:52 PM	#22
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	All right I found something I don't like. Or at least find odd. Cadillac started using fabric to cover various panels like the doors, a la the Escala concept. Even places where it would've been more than acceptable to use a quality soft touch plastic like the glove box is fabric. But then, we have the center console and shifter surround. Plastic. Wtf. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

02-04-2020, 10:51 PM	#15
RagingHawk Drives: Fuel efficient compact sedan :) Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 707	Everybody knew they will perfect the interior, chassis and tech features for the car but didn't know what to expect for the exterior. Now that I've seen it, I'd like to see more color combinations for the exterior before I make a final judgement. As of now though side profile looks too much like Tahoe/Yukon and front fascia(blacked out one) looks too much like an XT6. I don't like that. Honestly the current gen Escalade has one of the best exterior designs on an SUV and it has a distinct look and prestigious/flashy ambiance to it. This one has less flashiness which I don't agree with. Even the current gen Tahoe/Yukon look really good from an exterior standpoint and better than the new ones, lol. But they had to make some changes , so.

02-05-2020, 07:12 AM	#19
TreedYou Drives: 2011 Camaro SS, 2013 Mustang GT Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: New York Posts: 132	Wow that thing is looking extra pretty this year!

02-05-2020, 04:10 PM	#23
detltu Drives: 1992 Z28 1LE; 2015 Zl1 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Madisonville, LA Posts: 866 View My Garage	Exterior is ho hum. Love the display and super cruise is a major selling point. They are just so darn expensive. __________________ 1989 Camaro RS convertible- Sold 1999 Camaro SS - Stolen 2x 1991 Camaro Z28- 1991 Camaro Z28 1LE- 1992 Camaro Z28 1LE- 25th anniversary 2015 Camaro ZL1

02-06-2020, 12:43 PM	#26
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	I read that they didn't put carpet in places where your arm may rest, like the console there may be one of those places. It would dirty up in a hurry if they used carpet where your arm may be resting. But I don't actually know if anyone would place their arm there. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

02-06-2020, 01:51 PM	#27
Avenging Orange Drives: 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clermont, IN Posts: 3,297	Personally, I think the Escalade has run its course __________________ 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS M6 Black Leather, Sun Roof, OBX Headers, Borla touring axle back, Cold Air Inductions CAI , non synthetic fluids, BMR total bushing upgrade/1" lowering springs, DSE 32mm rear sway bar. GM fe4 shocks/struts/LCA's, AAM 3.91 diff, Vertini RFS1.8 20x9 +30. Conti ExtremeContact Sport 275/35/20. sjm autoprod ABL dash kit. Mike Norris tuned 413/419. Avenging Orange: 43 years of not buying into the Hype........and damn proud of it!! https://youtu.be/9JD9it6SmB8 https://youtu.be/xmelTlEzI34 KICKING CANCERS ASS SINCE 2015!!