Under the Hood

A 6.2-liter V-8 generates 403 horsepower and 417 pounds-feet of torque. It works through a six-speed-automatic transmission.

All-wheel drive, which is optional on the regular Escalade, is standard on the Escalade EXT. When properly equipped, the EXT can tow up to 7,600 pounds.

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    Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat Position)
    WARNING A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags if they inflate. Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat. ...

    Auxiliary Devices
    The 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack and the USB port (if equipped), located in the center console bin, allow portable devices to connect to the vehicle. This is not an audio output; do not plug he ...

    Following Distance
    Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking and sudden turns. ...