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2010 Cadillac Escalade ESV SUV

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As in previous years, there are three Escalade models to choose from: standard-length Escalade, extended-length Escalade ESV, and the Escalade EXT sport-utility truck. Cadillac also offers the Escalade Hybrid and Escalade Platinum Hybrid, both of which offer a 50-percent fuel-economy improvement in city driving over non-hybrid models. For 2010, the Escalade’s 6.2-liter V-8 engine is equipped with fuel-saving Active Fuel Management technology. Other changes include side thorax air bags added to the front outboard seats and a revised inner door design for enhanced side-impact protection.
  • 6.2-liter engine now equipped with Active Fuel Management technology, which helps increase fuel efficiency by shutting off half of the engine’s cylinders in certain driving conditions
  • New exterior color: Silver Lining replaces Quick Silver and Blue Chip
  • Locking steering column
  • Previous Platinum-model clock standard in all models
  • USB connection in center console enables stored audio files to play through the audio system and battery charging for some handheld devices
  • Side thorax air bags added to front outboard seats
  • Revised inner door design for enhanced side-impact protection
  • Battery-saver mode shuts off power when battery gets low due to extended accessory use
  • Revised parking brake release
  • Escalade Hybrid gets new 3.08 axle ratio
  • Escalade Hybrid’s 6.0-liter V-8 engine now E85 flex-fuel capable

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