DETROIT – Common Motors will supply a brand new efficiency model of its flagship Cadillac Escalade SUV, including to a rising lineup of high-power gasoline autos forward of the model’s push towards full electrification by 2030.
The Detroit automaker on Friday mentioned the 2023 Cadillac Escalade V-Sequence, like its different efficiency autos, will “embody the height of Cadillac efficiency, daring, distinguished design, and modern expertise.”
The brand new V-Sequence appears extraordinarily much like different present Escalade SUVs, nevertheless it’s anticipated to supply considerably extra efficiency. The sound of the engine additionally resembles that of a sports activities automotive greater than a full-size SUV, in accordance with movies launched by the automaker.
Cadillac’s “V” or “V-Sequence” designation has historically been used for efficiency vehicles. The Escalade V-Sequence is anticipated to be powered by a 6.2-liter V-8 that is at present used within the CT5-V Blackwing sedan, in accordance with media experiences. The engine generates 668 horsepower and 659 foot-pounds of torque. That compares to the present Escalade with a 6.2-liter V-8 at 420 horsepower and 460 foot-pounds of torque.
A GM spokeswoman declined to offer extra particulars in regards to the new car, saying extra data will probably be accessible within the spring.
Automakers have more and more been including efficiency variants to their lineups as a approach to beef-up revenue margins earlier than they transition extra to electrical autos, which might supply nice efficiency however decrease margins.
Cadillac is anticipated to guide GM’s goal to completely supply electrical autos by 2035. The luxurious model is anticipated to be absolutely electrical by 2030, which incorporates the Escalade.