Exterior
Built on the same platform as the Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Yukon XL, the Escalade ESV stretches 20.4 inches longer than the regular Escalade. Fourteen of those inches go to extending the wheelbase, which allows for larger rear doors unconstrained by wheel wells. Height increases by 1.2 inches, and width remains about the same. Despite the bigger dimensions, curb weight increases by just 126 pounds.
Exterior details are identical to the regular Escalade's, with jeweled headlights flanking Cadillac's now-familiar grille up front, and large, rectangular taillights in back. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard; 22-inch wheels are optional.
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How to Inspect the Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter
To inspect the air cleaner/filter,
remove the filter from the vehicle
and lightly shake the filter to release
loose dust and dirt. If the filter
remains covered with dirt, a new
filter is re ...
Going & Stopping
The SRX has its performance ups and downs. For 2012, a 3.6-liter V-6 replaces
the previous model year's 3.0-liter V-6. With 308 horsepower and 265 pounds-feet
of torque, the engine made plenty of ...
Obstacle Detection Feature
The Obstacle Detection Feature is part of the express-up feature and is
active:
- In the middle and upper portions of the window opening.
- During window up movements.
- In ignition OFF during a ...