The 2023 Cadillac Escalade V Is a Fast, Huge $150,000 Luxury SUV

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    2023 Cadillac Escalade V review! Today I'm reviewing the 2023 Cadillac Escalade V, which is a supercharged, expensive, massive luxury SUV with crazy performance for its size. I'll show you all the quirks and features of the Escalade V, and then I'll get behind the wheel and drive the crazy new Cadillac Escalade V.
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  • @nothere572
    @nothere572 Рік тому +5656

    It seems like a bunch of automakers are now making these insane, V8, gas guzzling, cars because they probably know regulations soon won’t allow them to anymore.

    • @Ultimarium
      @Ultimarium Рік тому +563

      Bingo, same issue with gasoline prices currently imo. This is their last chance before everything moves to electric and gasoline is going to be dirt cheap again due to low demand. Now is their chance to price gouge and they're definitely taking it.

    • @conman1395
      @conman1395 Рік тому

      Or they planned to make these during the years Trump was in office while gas prices were low. It's not a coincidence that gas guzzlers were popular in the early 2000s before gas prices got high between 2008-2010 and popular again when Trump was in office.

    • @carlossony4064
      @carlossony4064 Рік тому

      Tyres are the new pollutants

    • @Inflator82
      @Inflator82 Рік тому +567

      You seriously cannot believe that any electrical grid on any country will be ready to support mass EV market.

    • @nashgover2095
      @nashgover2095 Рік тому +2

      @@Inflator82 You seriously cannot be ignorant enough to say what you just said

  • @everett703
    @everett703 Рік тому +1295

    I’d need a second job just to pay for the gas

    • @witness1013
      @witness1013 Рік тому +56

      I'd need a 3rd :(

    • @bingo8789
      @bingo8789 Рік тому +14

      Why. This is a weekend car. What 🤡 is driving this as a daily driver.

    • @MJT-DA
      @MJT-DA Рік тому +150

      @@bingo8789 Lawyer, Drug dealer, and Real estate agent.

    • @marcoadamberger4456
      @marcoadamberger4456 Рік тому +43

      Bro your gas price is cheap. In europe even a 2.0 l engine is a gas guzzler.

    • @timkinley1779
      @timkinley1779 Рік тому +12

      Get a better 1st job.

  • @loganpeterson2265
    @loganpeterson2265 Рік тому +75

    Doug is going to single-handedly convince every Auto Manufacturer to install high quality turn signal, and windshield wiper stocks. One by one, Doug will get it done.

  • @formula19
    @formula19 Рік тому +548

    What makes Doug so special, is that he makes me feel like I'm actually inside the car experiencing it for myself, as I would in person. He is a phenomenal character.

    • @castorchua
      @castorchua Рік тому +19

      I miss the Doug is the kind of guy jokes

    • @thanosianthemadtitanic
      @thanosianthemadtitanic Рік тому +16

      @@castorchua Doug the type of guy to miss Doug the type of guy jokes

    • @jackj5368
      @jackj5368 Рік тому +4

      Call him up and rent a room already, John.

    • @aaron-fauth
      @aaron-fauth Рік тому

      @@jackj5368 ?

    • @jackj5368
      @jackj5368 Рік тому

      @@aaron-fauth?

  • @TheChismillionaire
    @TheChismillionaire Рік тому +2067

    I love that GM brings out the best stuff at the exact moment the economy/market collapses. Every....time.

    • @bwofficial1776
      @bwofficial1776 Рік тому +265

      And they kill things off as soon as they finally get it right.

    • @CJmk3supra
      @CJmk3supra Рік тому +149

      @@bwofficial1776 Hey, GM tradition lmao

    • @jamesfarwell6793
      @jamesfarwell6793 Рік тому +43

      As is tradition

    • @teribrod4017
      @teribrod4017 Рік тому +29

      You're missing their point. It will sell regardless in a slow economy. Beast mode!!

    • @TheChismillionaire
      @TheChismillionaire Рік тому +30

      @@teribrod4017 Haha nope.

  • @countenanceblog
    @countenanceblog Рік тому +1480

    I estimate the overall fuel economy for the Escalade V at about 15.
    15 gallons per mile.

    • @2amchef16
      @2amchef16 Рік тому +45

      You’re off by 5-7 miles. It’ll get about 8-10 mpg.

    • @MuddyTubMedia
      @MuddyTubMedia Рік тому +257

      @@2amchef16 reread his post lol

    • @diegonunezgarcia6701
      @diegonunezgarcia6701 Рік тому +4

      It would be something like 16 or 17

    • @noahkillingsworth3665
      @noahkillingsworth3665 Рік тому +139

      They seem to be missing your joke

    • @MarloSoBalJr
      @MarloSoBalJr Рік тому +40

      That's more enough fuel for Karen to move those flower pots to the other side of the yard without lifting a finger

  • @SwegMastah
    @SwegMastah 5 місяців тому +13

    this is like the full package of a car, 3 rows with enough legroom for adults, a cargo area the size of a house, enough power to move said house, rather quickly too

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes 3 місяці тому +2

      And the price of a house

  • @adammontoya8329
    @adammontoya8329 Рік тому +44

    I really wish ventilated rear seats would become more standard. It's crazy that they're in a 45k palisade and not in this.

  • @ChadWilson
    @ChadWilson Рік тому +1636

    Given the sheer size of this beast, it seems odd to compare to any other SUV from Europe.

    • @henriquegarcia6734
      @henriquegarcia6734 Рік тому +37

      Range Rover has more legroom in the Second row.

    • @ChadWilson
      @ChadWilson Рік тому +235

      @@henriquegarcia6734, 126" vs 212". You almost fit the RR in the Esc V without inconveniencing the driver.

    • @marciliojunior4919
      @marciliojunior4919 Рік тому +96

      You are right the escalade long wheel base is almost limo long, is basically if the suburban wore a suit

    • @raymonds7492
      @raymonds7492 Рік тому +83

      The Escalade’s only competitor is the Navigator.

    • @RemixerUltimate
      @RemixerUltimate Рік тому +88

      @@raymonds7492 I guess the Grand Wagoneer L now too.

  • @notaspy3751
    @notaspy3751 Рік тому +581

    Cadillac has really changed in the last few years, I can't believe the _escalade_ is now the most powerful thing in their lineup!

    • @drippgxd
      @drippgxd Рік тому +34

      GM came a long way too. I love the C8 corvette. I’m a Ford guy but in my honest opinion, GM doesn’t deserve hate. Yeah I’d honestly would rather buy a Mustang over Camaro NOT to crash into a crowd (overrated joke lmao) but the fact that it looks better then a Camaro.

    • @blmlozz1
      @blmlozz1 Рік тому +4

      Ever since Audi man took over the brand is in the drain IMO. I owned 2 gen 2 CTS-V's and an ATS , I don't think I would consider another car from them in the current lineup

    • @stinkycheese804
      @stinkycheese804 Рік тому +5

      Not at all. The Escalade always had a huge engine stuffed in it. They've just gone to great lengths to wring more power out of them because they don't want it to keep running long past the warranty. Heh, they should use marketing like, every time you drive one of these, you kill a baby penguin. For those who think I'm kidding, they are effected a lot more than I am by global warming.

    • @popupheadlights
      @popupheadlights Рік тому +9

      @@drippgxd god man the LT/LS engines though, I’m a ford man I love me a coyote but Chevy Really does good v8s

    • @EndeavorsDnB
      @EndeavorsDnB Рік тому

      @@drippgxd Cadillac is GM, GM is Cadillac

  • @farhangtabrizi6232
    @farhangtabrizi6232 Рік тому +6

    Ive watched several reviews of this model recently and frankly speaking when I saw this one I didnt want to watch another one. But thank you Doug! Your video was much much more informative. I watched and heard many things that were new and never told.

  • @V8dadmartin
    @V8dadmartin 6 місяців тому +4

    I’ve been in an Escalade V, the first “sports” vehicle I’ve ever driven that made me want to drive calm and quietly everywhere I went 😂

  • @MakeItMakeSensemims
    @MakeItMakeSensemims Рік тому +287

    I drive a Escalade and it’s 130 bucks to fill up, I can’t imagine how much the V gas guzzles. But I want one lol

    • @zeroturn7091
      @zeroturn7091 Рік тому +19

      That’s not bad, my 04 Tahoe takes $119.00 Regular at $4.59/gallon.

    • @toyotagazooracer4455
      @toyotagazooracer4455 Рік тому +11

      @@zeroturn7091 I'm so glad I don't drive a full-size SUV where I live.

    • @Joshua-uq9zw
      @Joshua-uq9zw Рік тому +55

      Dude, come to Europe. I pay 100 bucks to fill up my VW up! 😂 You guys have it so good, or maybe less bad 😅

    • @Rasheed17
      @Rasheed17 Рік тому +4

      my escalade took $160 yesterday haha and same I want a V now.

    • @senoow4215
      @senoow4215 Рік тому +3

      @@Joshua-uq9zw fr and the tank last 1 week max 😆😆

  • @hent1438
    @hent1438 Рік тому +263

    I'm glad GM decided to make a V version of the Escalade. It just sucks that it's being launched during a time of historically high gas prices. Then again, it probably won't matter as much to the folks who can afford this.

    • @JohnSmith-bt4lf
      @JohnSmith-bt4lf Рік тому

      yep gas prices have been this high in other markets for ages and it hasn't stopped the wealthy from driving cars with V8 and V12 engines. Gas expenses are pocket change to someone who can afford a car that costs 6 figures.

    • @alpaljl
      @alpaljl Рік тому +45

      If you drive this, you are not concerned about the price of gasoline.

    • @hent1438
      @hent1438 Рік тому +5

      @@JohnSmith-bt4lf You're not wrong.

    • @houseofno
      @houseofno Рік тому +5

      From the same people who thought it would be a great idea to tart up a Chevrolet Cavalier, pad the sticker a few thousand dollars and call it a Cimarron. "Nah, buyers won't know the difference. This will crush the Corolla and Civic once and for all..."

    • @alexklein455
      @alexklein455 Рік тому +12

      @@houseofno that's not even remotely the same thing lmao wtf

  • @robcape
    @robcape Рік тому +2

    I like watching the back window noticeably drop down any time Doug hits the gas

  • @tannerbarry6525
    @tannerbarry6525 Рік тому

    You are great at these reviews, Everytime I want the car ur reviewing and u explain it really well.. and humorously

  • @MayankLongiany
    @MayankLongiany Рік тому +934

    I can't be the only one who misses Doug's in-depth DougScore analysis, which he used to do in the past. A big chunk of what I have learnt from his videos came from that segment alone!

    • @megatronusorionpax4900
      @megatronusorionpax4900 Рік тому +74

      I miss it too but I believe he has said he got rid of it to get to the point faster or something and I think because so many ppl complained about the Doug Score unfortunately

    • @r1master
      @r1master Рік тому +68

      @@megatronusorionpax4900 Damned if you do, damned if you don't...

    • @comeberza
      @comeberza Рік тому +3

      me too but he has also said that some people skip the explanation and complain about it

    • @MayankLongiany
      @MayankLongiany Рік тому +56

      @@comeberza Those people don't deserve to watch Doug.

    • @jamesyeager483
      @jamesyeager483 Рік тому +4

      Me too man

  • @christophergonzalez5771
    @christophergonzalez5771 Рік тому +394

    Honestly I totally agree here 5:25. It doesn't matter if they don't have the brand name of MB. People who want an Escalade and can afford it will buy it simply because of that name, Cadillac Escalade. That's been the staple of American boss level luxury.

    • @petermgruhn
      @petermgruhn Рік тому +48

      I thought it was a weird comment. "They don't have the brand name of Mercedes..." Yeah, the have the brand name of Escalade. The MB just looks like a fat wagon. This looks like a (frickin') Escalade.

    • @AB-xe6ci
      @AB-xe6ci Рік тому +25

      I see way more escalades than gls. Escalades are every 5th car where I live or so it seems like

    • @ricercr44
      @ricercr44 Рік тому +16

      The 73 year old on their fifth wife that owns a local GM dealers in your area drives one of these.

    • @jlennon784
      @jlennon784 Рік тому +15

      “And can afford it” does not describe the typical Escalade owner.

    • @UCmbcOzJtKHxMdL71j19JVDA
      @UCmbcOzJtKHxMdL71j19JVDA Рік тому +4

      It goes the other way, too. Anyone shopping for an MB isn’t going to consider a Cadillac. Money can’t buy class.

  • @msmith8141
    @msmith8141 Рік тому +1

    I love that there's a Beartooth song playing on the radio. Love the toof!!!

  • @Klarpimier
    @Klarpimier 6 місяців тому +4

    I feel less safe knowing this car exists

  • @lucasrand4998
    @lucasrand4998 Рік тому +255

    Imagine having sport seats in a Escalade like all 3 rows with carbon fiber sport seats😂 that would be insane

    • @quincyelie8477
      @quincyelie8477 Рік тому +9

      Tryna imagine a suburban family of 7 in that😭😭

    • @Deadbass_
      @Deadbass_ Рік тому +7

      I would undoubtedly buy a Suburban SS solely for that experience 😂

    • @FrequencyORD
      @FrequencyORD Рік тому +4

      It’s gutted with a quick disconnect steering wheel 😂

    • @acethayersr1586
      @acethayersr1586 Рік тому +4

      But the transmission will last up to 4300 miles though 🤢🤣

    • @spencerloop284
      @spencerloop284 Рік тому +4

      Idk imagine if they did an Escalade v blackwing….

  • @1975lap
    @1975lap Рік тому +458

    I read doom and gloom on gas prices, wars, inflation, economy, then I come to see what Doug is reviewing.... LOL There is a mismatch in what I am seeing with what Doug is reviewing and the rest of the world. Keep on doing your thing Doug, it brings me joy.

    • @youtubeaccount9058
      @youtubeaccount9058 Рік тому +10

      I mean he did he review a $3M Bugatti Chiron too.
      A $150K Caddy is exactly 5% of that.

    • @tomuschrysos
      @tomuschrysos Рік тому +41

      People who are buying these expensive cars have gas at the bottom of their budgets.

    • @1975lap
      @1975lap Рік тому +5

      @@youtubeaccount9058 I guess my point is that a Bugatti was never ever designed to be a grocery getter and this Suburban is. I mean it is right in the name of the vehicle. Not saying anything about people who buy this just an observation of the world we live in.

    • @1975lap
      @1975lap Рік тому +5

      @@tomuschrysos Gas at the bottom of their worries, but at the top of the list of their complaints.

    • @minipandora22
      @minipandora22 Рік тому +1

      SHAME ON DEMOCRATS

  • @luismanuelortega2794
    @luismanuelortega2794 Рік тому

    Excellent reviews. Thanks for help me with my options. Most definitely, before this year ends I’m going to get one of this I’ll telling you after about my experience

  • @dominicgibson9529
    @dominicgibson9529 Рік тому +1

    Apart from the engine, and the better layout, and the brilliant idea of a button up front to drop the 3rd row (which I continually moan about in my 2019 XL Denali), I can't really see/justify the price tag. a Cadillac badge isn't enough. I'd be quite happy sticking with my Denali, which has been fantastic.

  • @mahimmustakim6859
    @mahimmustakim6859 Рік тому +605

    0:01 intro
    2:16 engine
    4:17 exterior and price
    8:16 sound
    8:17 Interior
    19:56 rear seat
    21:30 3rd row
    23:09 bootspace
    26:09 driving
    30:41 conclusion

    • @levilangley8744
      @levilangley8744 Рік тому +21

      This is getting old and it’s unoriginal 😭

    • @chrisd3379
      @chrisd3379 Рік тому +13

      thanks

    • @dtay8913
      @dtay8913 Рік тому +25

      The hero we deserve...

    • @richgenix
      @richgenix Рік тому +5

      Dude how u watch the video already

    • @mattmekhaeil
      @mattmekhaeil Рік тому +7

      @@richgenix I guess he just skips through it to find the time stamps

  • @cristianr8349
    @cristianr8349 Рік тому +288

    V and ESV. The pinnacle of massive American SUV excess. I love it!

    • @MyAlexWest
      @MyAlexWest Рік тому +6

      = Escalade V
      ------
      V (and Z ) are prohibited in some E .Europe countries because of Russia is using V(Z) as army letter abbreviation
      i kid you not.

    • @georgefotiadis3787
      @georgefotiadis3787 Рік тому

      @IMOES. SEXYY any time you want honey

    • @1atm1
      @1atm1 Рік тому +13

      @@MyAlexWest ah yes, the V-series is *definitely* related to the Russian military.

    • @MrPland1992
      @MrPland1992 Рік тому +7

      @@MyAlexWest that’s funny considering the news reporters are all rolling around in black Escalades out there. Gangster af, couldn’t believe my eyes seeing black on black Escalades in ukraine.

    • @neubauerjoseph
      @neubauerjoseph Рік тому +1

      also its the only go fast SUV that has a real truck frame on it aka body on frame. I love the fact there is one coming out maybe Infiniti will have a version of this soon with there QX80.

  • @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219
    @Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219 Рік тому +3

    This SUV is beast to drive!! Nice job Doug.

  • @oladeleayoola
    @oladeleayoola Рік тому +11

    I was expecting a higher towing capacity with that kind of power and those brakes, especially with the new Sequoia being rated at 9500lbs

    • @zn-n
      @zn-n Рік тому +2

      You need reliable torque to tow good, extreme power doesn’t mean extreme towing capacity

    • @oladeleayoola
      @oladeleayoola Рік тому

      @@zn-n exactly, the Escalade V has more torque than the sequoia, Durango hellcat, and Grand Wagoneer but has the lowest towing capacity of them

    • @zn-n
      @zn-n Рік тому +4

      @@oladeleayoola right but I meant low end torque, this is a high rpm performance v8 engine which has its power kick in past 6k rpms, Diesel engines have extreme low end torque which is why they tow so good

    • @rrnonya5472
      @rrnonya5472 Рік тому +4

      Making an HD version with high towing capacity would be better suited in the Suburban/GMC lineup than Cadillac. This is a vanity purchase not a utility purchase, since it's in the Cadillac lineup.

  • @masonedwards7920
    @masonedwards7920 Рік тому +149

    It's impressive how just revving the engine in park is enough to make this massive yacht sway back and forth a little. That's some serious power.

    • @ToutengHawj
      @ToutengHawj Рік тому +22

      Just 4x4 boat suspension. It would not if it have sport rigid suspension.

    • @DrewLSsix
      @DrewLSsix Рік тому

      Thays not how that works lol, the engine isn't making much power or torque being revved in neutral.

    • @Dave-dh7rt
      @Dave-dh7rt Рік тому +15

      @@DrewLSsix it is..

    • @GreenAppelPie
      @GreenAppelPie Рік тому

      most cars used to be like that

    • @alexklein455
      @alexklein455 Рік тому

      @@ToutengHawj my Mercedes SLS AMG does it too. And it's basically a supercar. So you don't know shit about cars.

  • @lennox47
    @lennox47 Рік тому +205

    It always amazes me how passionate Doug is about signal and wiper stalks

    • @TodorKatsarski
      @TodorKatsarski Рік тому +17

      Actually it makes sense - those are one of the things a driver touches most after the steering wheel of course.

    • @WonboShim
      @WonboShim Рік тому +18

      @@TodorKatsarski BMW drivers have entered the chat

    • @mrpibbsdotcom
      @mrpibbsdotcom Рік тому +5

      Doug pretty much admits that he has OCD.

    • @TodorKatsarski
      @TodorKatsarski Рік тому +4

      @@WonboShim The funny thing is I am one and yes - I do use my blinkers. I swear!

    • @TodorKatsarski
      @TodorKatsarski Рік тому +5

      @@mrpibbsdotcom For $150k I'd also be annoyed if my turn signal is made of cheap plastic.

  • @joseh9021
    @joseh9021 Рік тому +1

    Wow that is very nice!
    Hopefully in 15 years when it’s a complete bucket I can afford it and admire it for what it was.

  • @veronikahellsnova7510
    @veronikahellsnova7510 Рік тому +1

    Oh my gosh!! So beautiful and a big engine ,this is my thing .more power for me and better it gets .love it

  • @jamess1732
    @jamess1732 Рік тому +44

    It's crazy how much these large SUVs are getting in price. Wagoneer, this Cadillac past 100k I remember when it was like 60k 70k for fully loaded escalade

    • @erics9754
      @erics9754 5 місяців тому

      Yes, greed is sickening making a vehicle that the hard-working middle class could buy. Now they make it unattainable. People should send a message of F u and not buy them force them to stop being so greedy.

    • @FredroStarr12
      @FredroStarr12 5 місяців тому +4

      @@erics9754 this car is not aimed for the middle class, they have tiered system of Chevy Tahoe, GMC Yukon then the cream of the crop Escalade.

    • @Fony_turgeson
      @Fony_turgeson Місяць тому +3

      it aint back in the day no more man $10 doesnt buy nothing anymore

    • @Beastlife50
      @Beastlife50 21 день тому

      You can get a brand new 3 row Tahoe for about $73k

  • @GunnerDrives
    @GunnerDrives Рік тому +192

    I remember when Doug wasn’t even at a million subs, so happy he’s doing well. He definitely works hard and earned his fame and deserves it

    • @jackj5368
      @jackj5368 Рік тому +11

      Focus on this vid, Gunnar. At least try.

    • @ghhhp
      @ghhhp 11 місяців тому

      @@jackj5368 isn’t it hard for autistic people to focus?

    • @MantisTshag
      @MantisTshag 10 місяців тому

      When you type in car review he’s the first person that comes up now

  • @iMonkeysweat
    @iMonkeysweat Рік тому

    push the fold button 2 x for the 2nd row seats to fold all the way, 1 time to fold, once folded, the 2nd time for them to unhitch and flip to the front. You can do it the 2 different ways Doug demonstrated as well but I prefer the 2x button option

  • @kswiftie1989
    @kswiftie1989 Рік тому +1

    the buttons and the lever for indicators/windshield wipers are still cool, also can't forget about the window switches

  • @moflow99
    @moflow99 Рік тому +118

    Cadillac went ALL IN on one thing for sure. A GIANT profit margin!

    • @acethayersr1586
      @acethayersr1586 Рік тому +19

      Plus a transmission will last up to 4300 miles

    • @krane15
      @krane15 Рік тому +2

      Which differs from other manufactures how?

    • @moflow99
      @moflow99 Рік тому +6

      @@krane15 Just meant for this particular vehicle. There's NO WAY this is worth 152k

    • @krane15
      @krane15 Рік тому +3

      @@moflow99 Is a pickup truck worth 90 grand plus? People said the same thing about them; and I could say the same thing about a dozen other cars on the road.
      For example, I don't think the Tesla is worth what they charge either. The interior looks like an economy car. At least the Cadillac does have true luxury feel and heritage. Even if it does include some flimsy plastic parts.

    • @mybro727
      @mybro727 Рік тому +2

      All the people talking about profit here. They gotta be Ford fans, I’ve never heard anyone talk about the profit of a Lincoln Navigator with a V6 engine.

  • @elrictraver8275
    @elrictraver8275 Рік тому +230

    As an Escalade owner, I agree with the sentiment of wanting the performance, and also the nice seats. This is the suv all of us Escalade owners want. Also being 6'7" is a deciding factor lmao.

    • @xJohnny_Ax
      @xJohnny_Ax Рік тому +22

      Broo being tall is expensive! Im 6’6 and it’s impossible to squeeze into anything smaller than a truck or full size SUV. And of fucking course those are the pricey vehicles

    • @elrictraver8275
      @elrictraver8275 Рік тому +9

      @@xJohnny_Ax I mean yeah, I drive an 03 ser spec-v sentra too lol, I dunno how I do it, but I get er.

    • @xJohnny_Ax
      @xJohnny_Ax Рік тому +7

      @@elrictraver8275 idk how you do it lol whenever I drive my girlfriend’s Jetta my head slams against the ceiling whenever I hit a pothole haha

    • @gardaanstad
      @gardaanstad Рік тому

      @@xJohnny_Ax 6'5 and drive a Model 3 and Model Y comfortably

    • @DanDan-tt6gv
      @DanDan-tt6gv Рік тому +8

      My son just turned 13 last month, and he is already 6’4”.
      I cannot (I don’t want) to imagine when he reaches full height, and what we will have to go through.

  • @Zickcermacity
    @Zickcermacity Рік тому +1

    I could be perfectly content with the luxury and conveniences at one third of that price, in a 2023 Suburban! (which is what the Escalade is at heart)

  • @reinerkandt3535
    @reinerkandt3535 Рік тому

    Saw this thing a week ago accelerate out of the entrance of the GM Milford proving grounds. This thing is insane!

  • @K_FI_L_Y_P_S_O
    @K_FI_L_Y_P_S_O Рік тому +91

    I'm sure this is the last hoorah before Cadillac goes completely electric. I gotta commend them for this to go out with a bang.

    • @MarloSoBalJr
      @MarloSoBalJr Рік тому +9

      Maybe one more. Cadillac gonna find a way to keep one model with the V badge in the lineup.
      As long as the majority of sales are EVs, the iCEs would still be in production

    • @littlejackalo5326
      @littlejackalo5326 Рік тому +21

      10 years later...
      "THiS iS tHe LaAaSt oNe bEfOrE eLecTriC."

    • @ileutur6863
      @ileutur6863 Рік тому

      What is there to hurrah here? Luxury vehicles are arguably the ones least affected by the switch to electric

    • @K_FI_L_Y_P_S_O
      @K_FI_L_Y_P_S_O Рік тому +3

      @@ileutur6863 I meant for that glorious supercharged V8. That's the last hoorah. I should have put that in my original comment as you're right. The Escalade will transition easily to all electric.

    • @drippgxd
      @drippgxd Рік тому

      Have you ever spend $100 at the gas station. Imagine if you bought this thing the Escalade v and having to spend over $200 on gas. Yeah car guys are ignoring the rising gas prices once again they are always act like idiots

  • @mat61286
    @mat61286 Рік тому +77

    I drove behind one of these on my commute to work the other day. It had a manufacturer plate. Either the one I drove behind had an experimental exhaust, or your review doesn't do it justice. The thing sounded absolutely bonkers. It was loud as hell, and popping on deceleration. So cool.. I've never even seen a CTS V or corvette that sounds like that. I was totally sold on it.

  • @cericw1
    @cericw1 Рік тому

    Doug is always so sweaty. 😆 Keep up the good work Doug.

  • @MrApple-qf3qo
    @MrApple-qf3qo Рік тому

    That navigation screen is like you're playing a video game so freaking cool

  • @detonater1348
    @detonater1348 Рік тому +17

    AKG is a dope sound system. My S9 came with it back in 2018 and still works flawlessly. The bass is clear and never distorted no matter the volume. Its made in Austria.

    • @cristianchavira8591
      @cristianchavira8591 Рік тому

      S9?

    • @detonater1348
      @detonater1348 Рік тому +1

      @@cristianchavira8591 Samsung

    • @d.felixphoto2260
      @d.felixphoto2260 Рік тому +1

      I'm watching this video on my s9+ using the AKG headphones. Lol. Damn I've had this since 2018. Lol. I need a new phone one day.

    • @detonater1348
      @detonater1348 Рік тому +1

      @@d.felixphoto2260 ive changed my phone to s20, but still use my AKG on other devices

  • @MichaelOKeefe2009
    @MichaelOKeefe2009 Рік тому +119

    This is PEAK Cadillac excess at it's finest. Fast and Big. My new favorite modern Cadillac.

    • @senoow4215
      @senoow4215 Рік тому +1

      If emissions were a non issue i would love to own this one 👀😤😤

    • @aheat3036
      @aheat3036 Рік тому +5

      @@senoow4215 It’s pretty low per capita & emissions is not an issue!

    • @joe6096
      @joe6096 Рік тому +7

      @@senoow4215 Emissions???? Are you kidding? This 2023 Escalade V probably puts out 1/4 of the emissions even a 1974 Honda Civic with the CVCC carburetor put out.
      If you want one just buy it for Gods sake!

    • @senoow4215
      @senoow4215 Рік тому +4

      @@joe6096 def not true lmfaoo, it just has more hp for the same amount of emissions

  • @mysteryman447
    @mysteryman447 8 місяців тому +1

    12:12 doug sets off an earthquake with a single finger

  • @rolandalfonso6954
    @rolandalfonso6954 Рік тому

    This was great! What a vehicle. The only thing i would add, is if you're in the middle of Nowhere and have a problem which can happen with anyone, a GM dealer is nearby...

  • @jacobyo99
    @jacobyo99 Рік тому +83

    All of its “competitors” are crossovers. This is truly a class of its own

    • @marciliojunior4919
      @marciliojunior4919 Рік тому +3

      True, the escalade makes all the europeans look small

    • @littlejackalo5326
      @littlejackalo5326 Рік тому +2

      The only crossover he mentioned was the model x. Derp.

    • @marciliojunior4919
      @marciliojunior4919 Рік тому +2

      @@littlejackalo5326 the escalade is more than a foot longer than the gls

    • @neubauerjoseph
      @neubauerjoseph Рік тому +2

      @@marciliojunior4919 plus its the only "fast" Body on frame SUV.

    • @HEMi1995
      @HEMi1995 Рік тому +2

      The Durango isn’t a crossover

  • @Miguel69Sandoval
    @Miguel69Sandoval Рік тому +21

    Hennessy is going to have a blast making this crank out over 1000 horsepower

  • @Starkiller12481
    @Starkiller12481 9 місяців тому +1

    Try putting it in Competitive Mode Traction Control (not sure if they got rid of that, it should tighten up steering more) sliders may have done away with that tho

  • @Herimo.
    @Herimo. Місяць тому

    Doug never has full stops when he speaks 😂. Great review 👏

  • @DerekFletcher1
    @DerekFletcher1 Рік тому +109

    I think you're absolutely correct on the subtle environment of the interior. I'm a huge GM fan and this is a crazy cool vehicle.

  • @JasonSerota
    @JasonSerota Рік тому +54

    Man, this car makes even Doug look like a tiny person.

  • @BruhBruh-fr2jy
    @BruhBruh-fr2jy Рік тому

    I love how you review the cars man.

  • @NoiseBoysGarage
    @NoiseBoysGarage Рік тому

    Didn’t know you are in the Scottsdale area . I’m working on that same truck but adding stars and Jl audio equipment for bass only in mesa . Lol I have the headliner out 😮 but not for too long

  • @jimmysgarage9068
    @jimmysgarage9068 Рік тому +61

    They should make a Tahoe SS, or Yukon SS variant of this. I'll take base options, but give me that POWER BABY!

    • @drippgxd
      @drippgxd Рік тому +4

      GMC doesn’t have an SS… only Chevy does

    • @jimmysgarage9068
      @jimmysgarage9068 Рік тому +14

      @@drippgxd You get what I’m talking about though.

    • @RJenkins6586
      @RJenkins6586 Рік тому +15

      A Tahoe SS would make a lot of sense.

    • @fhatuwaniglentonnetshivhul9202
      @fhatuwaniglentonnetshivhul9202 Рік тому +5

      Yes. Honestly in my opinion, All these trucks that share the platform with the Escalade should get the Sports treatment.

    • @mayhemmike1789
      @mayhemmike1789 Рік тому +1

      Well it'd be a Yukon GT & Tahoe SS, but I could see GM making it happen😏

  • @coolomino
    @coolomino Рік тому +284

    I really like how GM is trying to improve Cadillac’s image. Maybe Ford should try to sell high-performance / sportier Lincolns but really Lincoln is primarily focused on fancy. The Lincoln LS is pretty “close” to a sports sedan however. BTW great review Doug!!

    • @travisdahms5870
      @travisdahms5870 Рік тому +16

      I mean if you look into it a bit the new Lincoln’s aren’t sport focused but they also aren’t slow vehicles. Actually before the Escalade-V the regular Navigator was a bit faster than the Escalade.

    • @brittonbernhard5674
      @brittonbernhard5674 Рік тому +2

      Lincoln already threw the Raptor engine in the Navigator and the next generation will probably be electric so throwing the Vodoo engine from the GT500 and Raptor R just wouldn’t unfortunately make since given their imagine but it would make sense in the Expedition

    • @Bredddi
      @Bredddi Рік тому +4

      Lincoln is focused on geriatrics. Ford has the SVT trim for many of their models. Don’t need a separate brand

    • @jakeh8366
      @jakeh8366 Рік тому +10

      I wish they would but Lincoln is purposely staying out of the performance brand. Not only with not having a dedicated performance line, but in general not building to that niche. So many luxury makers are all fighting over the sporty segment. Lincoln's brand pillar is "Quiet Flight". They aren't in this market and don't want to be.

    • @coolomino
      @coolomino Рік тому +2

      GM as a whole will most likely not succeed their plan being the largest seller of EVs if not the largest in the US.

  • @williambone7724
    @williambone7724 Рік тому

    Doug, thank you for another great video. If I ever hit the lottery, I'll buy this SUV!

  • @G0ddEityawesome
    @G0ddEityawesome 7 місяців тому +1

    Finally a car big enough to almost block off Doug in the thumbnail

  • @Anorak1795
    @Anorak1795 Рік тому +24

    This is the answer to what exactly? Idk but I fuckin love it! Good on whoever gave the project the go ahead and big props to the team who built these! Do it for Dale brothers! That’s the energy I get from a V series caddy suv

    • @neoleo593
      @neoleo593 Рік тому +1

      The answer to the question "what will we do with all this extra gas" that was asked during the pandemic

    • @Anorak1795
      @Anorak1795 Рік тому

      @@neoleo593thank you friend, you’ve answered my question

    • @drippgxd
      @drippgxd Рік тому

      @@neoleo593 W comment

  • @DylanTMGYT
    @DylanTMGYT Рік тому +5

    20:51 Doug Is the type of guy to put countertop kitchen appliances inside the rear seats of vehicles

  • @SquirrelRocket
    @SquirrelRocket Рік тому

    This video is on point down to parking across multiple spots with "compact" written on them. Cadillac vibes

  • @giantslug6969
    @giantslug6969 Рік тому +1

    Neat, you went by my old neighborhood in this vid

  • @andrewhurstcars
    @andrewhurstcars Рік тому +22

    Cars are getting so high now that Doug will soon be hidden standing behind the hood.

    • @abechavez1876
      @abechavez1876 Рік тому +1

      The poor fellas yuge wide arm span cant even spread across this land yacht escalader

  • @Emil-yd1ge
    @Emil-yd1ge Рік тому +74

    This vehicle seems excessive in many aspects, but somehow I have more respect for it than I have for many other SUVs, because of its size. As opposed to compact SUVs, which are just heavy, but don't offer much space, this is actually a really spacious van and thus fulfills a clear purpose.

    • @raymonds7492
      @raymonds7492 Рік тому +7

      And it'll be a better tow vehicle

    • @senoow4215
      @senoow4215 Рік тому +2

      Yeah like u need nothing more if u have a family and/or need a towing car

    • @lyricofwise6894
      @lyricofwise6894 Рік тому +1

      Full size suv much more expensive than compact

  • @YoutubeChanneI
    @YoutubeChanneI Рік тому +3

    This thing is worth more than every house in Detroit combined lol

  • @jaypaint4855
    @jaypaint4855 7 місяців тому

    Doug, part of the reason the price jump is so massive is probably that thermal camera. Those generally run about 10 grand or more.

  • @Xx_Draxxo_xX
    @Xx_Draxxo_xX Рік тому +11

    “It’s nice and it’s luxurious… and it feels nice and luxurious” - Doug 2022

  • @mattko6179
    @mattko6179 Рік тому +14

    The Escalade can be its own brand and probably succeed. The escalade nameplate is so strong it may even be more recognized than the Cadillac brand itself.

    • @beesafesweetheart8738
      @beesafesweetheart8738 Рік тому +4

      They should bring back the pick up truck

    • @kalstonii
      @kalstonii Рік тому

      It already is, really. Nobody buys the cars anymore 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @CalvinHikes
      @CalvinHikes 3 місяці тому

      I don't think you're wrong.

  • @oxidonis2010
    @oxidonis2010 Рік тому

    Wow, Simon Le Bon review the cars. Epic....👍

  • @camshaft4007
    @camshaft4007 Рік тому +7

    Thank goodness the economy is at a record high. I never saw so much prosperity in America. 150k is not that bad. Economy is so good most people will be able to buy one or two of these.

    • @bwofficial1776
      @bwofficial1776 Рік тому +1

      I'm going to use all the money I'm saving at the pump and the grocery store to buy a vanity plate FJB LGB. Everyone is saying that, so it must be good.

  • @JamEZ87
    @JamEZ87 Рік тому +10

    And now we'll wait on the Chrysler Pacifica SRT Demon Red Eye. With optional Recaro car seats.

  • @craigmartin248
    @craigmartin248 Рік тому

    U can't imagine the girth of this......land yacht! I miss my suburban & the "king of the road" feeling it gives u & this has so much comfort& tech features (& look how far away the bk window is!) there's no substitute! Not even a LWB Rolls, Rover, Bentley, or Maybach can match the sheer dimensions!!! Its the King!!!

  • @BSuiTeS189
    @BSuiTeS189 8 місяців тому +1

    Doug will you do the 2002 escalade 6.0L next? Please

  • @rhephokrits
    @rhephokrits Рік тому +5

    Hey Doug. I saw you yesterday afternoon walking your dog with your partner by the beach. I didn't want to approach to say hi and ruin a chill stroll by the beach on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Anyways, love your content and I almost yelled "quirks and features" when I saw you.

  • @Bigpimpin9393
    @Bigpimpin9393 Рік тому +14

    Imagine buying a Chevy suburban for $70k and putting a tuxedo on it and calling it $150k

    • @Fony_turgeson
      @Fony_turgeson Місяць тому

      Sure bro. whatever makes u feel better.

  • @Brandon-up4to
    @Brandon-up4to Рік тому

    I love how it says 12.4 MPG

  • @raver208
    @raver208 Рік тому

    Fingerprint smudges all over those screens would drive me crazy. 😂.

  • @blackdeath1493
    @blackdeath1493 Рік тому +36

    I seen this on the road yesterday and oh man
    The owner did a launch at a stop light and this thing is a beast, It's super fast and amazing looking
    Great review!!

    • @RBCCM_YT
      @RBCCM_YT Рік тому +2

      Amazing looking? lol no

    • @blackdeath1493
      @blackdeath1493 Рік тому +2

      @@RBCCM_YT wdym

    • @RBCCM_YT
      @RBCCM_YT Рік тому +2

      @@blackdeath1493 I mean that it looks like a hideous fridge.

    • @blackdeath1493
      @blackdeath1493 Рік тому +1

      @@RBCCM_YT bruh lol

    • @MegaDoug1979
      @MegaDoug1979 Рік тому +3

      @@RBCCM_YT well unless this person lives in Palm Springs, it's pretty unlikely they even saw one. Not on sale until late summer.

  • @gedaman
    @gedaman Рік тому +48

    Cadillac had considered making this over 15 years ago according to GM interviews with Car & Driver. I suppose GM wanted to squeeze as much profit out of their ICE vehicles as possible before the inevitable EV takeover within the next 5 years. I’m glad that this exists even if I would never own it.

    • @mybro727
      @mybro727 Рік тому

      Squeeze the most profit? How did you come to _that_ random conclusion? 🤦🏽‍♂️

    • @gedaman
      @gedaman Рік тому +3

      @@mybro727 The Cadillac Escalade is already a very profitable vehicle for GM. It’s basically a fluffed up Chevrolet Tahoe or Suburban which sells for 50% more. What more needs to be said?

    • @mybro727
      @mybro727 Рік тому

      @@gedaman The Cadillac Escalade being “profitable for GM” literally means nothing. You stated they planned this vehicle 15 years ago but waited just to “squeeze out the most profit” out of it, could you explain that? Because it sounds like you’re just speculating.

    • @gedaman
      @gedaman Рік тому +2

      @@mybro727 I’m no bean counter at GM, but I’m guessing the profit margins are higher than ever on this new Escalade-V.

    • @jspeed5373
      @jspeed5373 Рік тому +1

      I agree. Kinda hoping they go wild with Silverado next.

  • @robertgwynne1401
    @robertgwynne1401 Рік тому

    the finger prints that end up on those massive touch screen make me crazy.

  • @williamfischer3990
    @williamfischer3990 Рік тому +50

    I love how GM makes a 1000 HP electric Hummer and now a 680 HP polar bear killing Supercharged Cadillac.

    • @senoow4215
      @senoow4215 Рік тому +10

      I still think they will sell more of the cadillac v8 lol ..

    • @hustla10188
      @hustla10188 Рік тому +12

      Balancing their carbon footprint 👣 Lol

    • @timothygaynor5130
      @timothygaynor5130 Рік тому +6

      Chaotic Neutral

    • @flyingphoenix113
      @flyingphoenix113 Рік тому +1

      The Cadi is the one that people want though. Dealers are being absolutely swarmed with people trying to get build slots.

    • @MarloSoBalJr
      @MarloSoBalJr Рік тому +2

      @@senoow4215 True that. The Hummer is far too overpriced for what it's lacking.
      Plus, Escalades and/or Suburbans get a majority of their sales from fleet operations, so that is one category GMC's Hummer will never eclipse

  • @Cubulation
    @Cubulation Рік тому +3

    i love how AMG engine plaque badges have names like "Helmut Enginbilder" and GM is just 'kaleb dudley' LMAO

  • @TheGinger15765
    @TheGinger15765 Рік тому +1

    The issue “cheap” parts are also part bins. Those steering wheel column stocks are in base model trucks

    • @amentco8445
      @amentco8445 Рік тому

      Gm is exceptionally cheap in any area they can get away with. This thing is pathetic for 150k, so much off the shelf shit.

  • @Crypto_Cola
    @Crypto_Cola Рік тому

    owned 2 of them , love the power but always a boat load of electrical issues that the deals never figure out

  • @xWolfykins
    @xWolfykins Рік тому +4

    Really wish Doug would go back to the full Dougscore read out. I really liked hearing the little summary and score of each area of a car.

  • @mrmann5039
    @mrmann5039 Рік тому +8

    If a car has a soft limiter for reving while in park just put it in neutral then rev it. It will turn off the limiter and then you can rev it to your hearts content!

    • @snakeeyes9246
      @snakeeyes9246 Рік тому +3

      Not always. Some prevent you from doing that in neutral too. Take the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT for example.

  • @kingmach1621
    @kingmach1621 Рік тому +3

    I can testify that I drove these on an abandoned airport and they are insanely fast and luxurious

  • @keytothegate68
    @keytothegate68 Рік тому

    It hasn't been that long since Doug was super excited to show us the new 100K Escalade.

  • @tt_huracan
    @tt_huracan Рік тому +42

    A supercharger in a Escalade that’s sick

  • @Acex514
    @Acex514 Рік тому +4

    Uploads on point lately 🔥

  • @abrahamzekios2666
    @abrahamzekios2666 Рік тому

    Good thanks from tigrayns USA mid west lowa. Sioux city. I am Ethiopia and I like strong car. Thanks.

  • @superhawk20002
    @superhawk20002 Рік тому +6

    I have only owned 1 Cadillac -> an Escalade. Bought it when it was 2 yrs old, but got the Cadillac full etc warranty. The customer service I got for the next 4 yrs was UNBELIEVABLY INSANELY AWESOME. Hands down without anything ever even close, even buying more expensive brand new flagship model stuff from other manufacturers. The customer service was so good I still feel guilty buying another brand of vehicle. We sold the Escalade the first time fuel prices went insanely high 10 yrs ago. I don't know if it was the dealer we went through or if Cadillac just does more, but they made everything so easy with warranty and any sort of service. They brought a car to our house and picked up the Escalade (via flatbed tow truck) for warranty work (vehicle rear axle somehow broke) when my wife was pregnant and I was out of state. I have never been treated so ... perfectly ... with anything else.

  • @joshjenkins3815
    @joshjenkins3815 Рік тому +6

    They finally did a thing that was long overdue. way to go Cadillac! :D

  • @FreeTrapMoney
    @FreeTrapMoney Рік тому +2

    AKG is a legend in the audio game. They make recording studio equipment so just know that they really care about their sound

  • @johnjacobs9187
    @johnjacobs9187 Рік тому

    Those orange marker lights on the sides would be getting wrapped the same color as my Escalade as soon as I got home

  • @fernandobarajas3157
    @fernandobarajas3157 Рік тому

    It's crazy to think that the best you could get technology wise in the 1st Escalade back in 99 was the back seat TV's. What else amazes me is that a 23' Escalade cost more them my first house...

    • @sylvia106
      @sylvia106 Рік тому

      Hey what about the casette player and six cd changer?!

    • @seandunn2062
      @seandunn2062 Рік тому

      My folks had a 99 suburban regency and it was great. Tv with vhs. And very large and comfortable leather seats. It was nice back in the 90s. Also was affordable

  • @InterstateRaziTV
    @InterstateRaziTV Рік тому +120

    This luxury SUV vehicle is insane and has a nice interior with a lot of tech. Great Review Doug!

  • @mofosoto
    @mofosoto Рік тому +6

    Bout time for sure! You can tell Doug is really into smoothies right now to suggest plugging in a blender for the back seat. Probably recently discovered the big bag of frozen fruit at Costco. This rig could use some front fender side vents for the engine bay.