What's New for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
Following the big revisions in 2025, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV brings only a few updates. There's a new entry-level base model, the Premium Luxury Platinum trim has been shortened to Platinum Luxury, and Sport Platinum is now called Platinum Sport. The V-Series also becomes available in two new paint finishes: Vibrant White Tricoat and Magnus Metal Frost.
What Are the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV Trims & Features?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV is available in six trims:
- Escalade (the base model)
- Luxury
- Platinum Luxury
- Sport
- Platinum Sport
- V-Series
The base Escalade comes with bright Galvano accents on the exterior, a luxury grille featuring an illuminated Cadillac crest, a 6.2L V8, and 12-way power heated seats for the driver and front passenger with power lumbar adjustment. Step up to the Luxury trim and get everything from the base model, a panoramic sliding glass roof, 22" 9-spoke polished alloy wheels, and power-retractable assist steps. Additional features appear in the upper trims. For instance, Night Vision is offered in the Platinum Sport, and the V-Series is equipped with a 6.2L Supercharged V8.
How Much Horsepower Does the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV Have?
Most Escalade ESV variants make 420 hp from the 6.2L V8; the V-Series's supercharged 6.2L powerplant raises that to 682 hp.
What Safety Features Does the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV Have?
The 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV comes with a suite of safety features, such as:
- Lane Keeper Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Blind zone steering assist
- Forward collision alert
- Rear pedestrian alert
- Enhanced automatic emergency braking
- Rear cross traffic braking
- Enhanced automatic parking assist
Visit Us in Lincoln Today
To learn more about the 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV, visit us at Husker Cadillac today.
