2026 CADILLAC ESCALADE IQL MODEL REVIEW - Frisco, TX

What's New for the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL?

The Cadillac Escalade IQL is new for the 2026 model year. This all-electric Escalade takes cues from the Escalade IQ but rides on a stretched frame to provide more passenger and cargo room. The IQL offers three rows of seating and a tech-forward cabin. It also delivers plenty of power and an impressive all-electric range of up to 460 miles.

What Are the 2026 Escalade IQL Trims & Features?

The 2026 Escalade IQL lineup includes two core models, each of which can be upgraded with a higher-tier package. The two design directions are Luxury and Sport. The Luxury trim features aluminum exterior accents, while the Sport emphasizes darker metallic details.

At the base of the lineup are the Luxury and Sport models. Both come with 22-inch wheels, roof rails, and an adaptive air suspension. A panoramic glass roof is standard on each. The Luxury and Sport include a hands-free power liftgate and five-zone climate control. Synthetic leather is the standard upholstery; first- and second-row seats are heated. A heated steering wheel is standard as well. Both base models offer an 11.5-kWh onboard charger and three 110V power outlets. Standard tech includes a 55-inch infotainment screen, a digital instrument cluster, Google-based infotainment with navigation and voice assist, dual wireless charging pads, and a 19-speaker audio system.

Moving up to the Premium Luxury or Premium Sport adds further upgrades. Both upgraded trims roll on 24-inch wheels and include a larger 19.2-kWh onboard charger. Seating gets upgraded to synthetic leather with massaging front seats. The audio system expands to 36 speakers, and integrated trailering technology is included on both.

How Much Horsepower Does the 2026 Escalade IQL Have?

The Escalade IQL uses a dual-motor electric powertrain that produces 680 horsepower and up to 615 pound-feet of torque. In the Velocity Max performance mode, output can rise to as much as 750 horsepower and 786 pound-feet of torque.

What Safety Features Does the 2026 Escalade IQL Include?

Cadillac equips the Escalade IQL with blind-spot intervention, forward collision warning, lane departure mitigation, adaptive cruise control, and an automated parking system.

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