The 2020 Cadillac Escalade sees only exterior color and minor feature shuffling as an all-new model is on the horizon. Still, this fourth-generation Escalade excels with its truck-like capability and luxurious appointments, but the competition is quickly invading this high-profit space.

There are four trim levels that are offered: Escalade, Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Platinum. Pricing starts at $76,490 for the base model and rises to $93,590 for the Platinum. The extended Escalade ESV is offered in the same trim levels for an extra $3,000.

The Escalade is fitted with a 6.2-liter V8 engine that generates 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. Power is routed to the rear wheels through a 10-speed automatic transmission. The $3,000 four-wheel-drive system is optional on all trims and features an automatic setting.

The setup achieves an EPA-estimated 14 miles per gallon city, 23 mpg highway, and 17 combined. Opting for four-wheel drive drops the highway figure by two mpg.

The Escalade will accelerate the from 0-60 mph in less than six seconds, which is quicker than its main competitors.

The Escalade and Escalade ESV can accommodate eight passengers when fitted with the no-cost second-row bench seat in place of the standard two captains chairs.

In standard-length form, it has a cargo volume of 15.2 cubic feet behind the third row, 51.6 with the third row folded, and 94.2 cubic feet with both rows folded. Expectedly, cargo volume specs are also improved in the Escalade ESV to 39.3/76.7/120.9 cubic feet, respectively.

The Escalade is 203.9 inches long and has a wheelbase of 116 inches. The Escalade ESV extends another 20.4 inches and rides on a 14-inch-longer wheelbase. That affords the second-row passengers with 0.4 inches more leg room (to 39.7 inches), while the third row jumps from 24.8 inches of leg room to 34.5 inches.

The base Escalade is notably devoid of active safety features though, thoughtfully, a surround-view camera system is standard. Automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane keeping assist, forward collision warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and a head-up display are included with the Luxury trim. The Premium Luxury and Platinum trims additionally feature adaptive cruise control, reverse automatic emergency braking, and automatic seat belt tightening.

All trims feature an 8-inch touchscreen with HD radio, SiriusXM, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto connectivity, as well as a 12-inch driver information center. Navigation is also included along with 4G-LTE hotspot capability. There are five USB ports throughout the cabin and one wireless charging pad on the top of the center console armrest to handle personal device charging duties.

The Premium Luxury and Platinum trims receive a roof-mounted 9-inch screen and DVD-player for the rear passengers’ entertainment, while it's optional on the Luxury trim for $1,720.

The entry-level trim is stuffed with enough features to legitimize its luxury status. The exterior features LED headlights and taillights, active dampers, rear load-leveling, 20-inch wheels, active grille shutters, a hands-free power tailgate, and a capless fuel filler.

The cabin is quieted by the acoustic laminated glass and then filled by the 16-speaker Bose Centerpoint audio system. The front passengers enjoy 16-way power seats that are heated and cooled, while the rear outboard seats are heated. A heated steering wheel with power adjustability, power-adjustable pedals, and parking assist are also among the notable standard features.

The Luxury trim receives added chrome exterior trim, 22-inch wheels, a sunroof, automatic high-beams, as well as of the aforementioned active safety features. Inside, power second row bucket seats and a rear camera mirror highlight the feature upgrades.

An Escalade Sport Edition package is newly available for $2,700 and includes a gloss black painted grille, exterior trim, and dark silver 22-inch wheels.

The Premium Luxury's exterior receives additional LED front cornering lights and lighted door handles, in addition to the aforementioned safety upgrades and rear seat entertainment system. Power-retractable side assist steps with LED ground illumination are available for $1,750.

The top-of-the-line Platinum trim includes the power-retractable side steps, unique 22-inch wheels with chrome inserts, and a unique grille design. The interior receives several notable upgrades in the form of higher quality leather seating, a leather-wrapped instrument panel, a suede-microfiber headliner, massaging front seats, and a center console cooler.

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