2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Model Review | Fort Wayne, IN

Take the reins on a bold, electrified future in the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ, redefining the luxury SUV with its innovative battery-powered electric powertrain and sleek, sophisticated design. Combining spacious elegance with intuitive technologies, the three-row Escalade IQ electric vehicle (EV) is a full-size SUV that offers a superior blend of comfort and performance, setting a new standard in automotive excellence. Learn more about the key features of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ with this comprehensive review prepared by the specialists at Tom Kelley Cadillac.

For an in-depth overview of its standard features, please refer to our 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ trims guide.

Browse our inventory to discover the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ trim at our Fort Wayne, IN, dealership that aligns with your refined tastes. Our Cadillac experts are here to answer any questions you may have about the Escalade IQ or any other Cadillac model — call us at (260) 255-4924 or contact us online.

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ parked in front of city skyline

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Performance Specs & Range

With its extraordinary fusion of power and efficiency, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ offers truly impressive performance with a dynamic dual-motor system that delivers 680 horsepower. Increase performance up to 750 horsepower when utilizing Velocity Max mode, offering you enhanced acceleration at the push of a button. If you’re hauling the family camper or boat for a long weekend lake adventure, the Escalade IQ boasts an 8,000-pound towing capacity, as well as a robust 460-mile range for long-distance efficiency. Charging is quick and convenient, with the ability to regenerate 36 miles per hour utilizing a 240-volt charger; a DC fast charger lets you add 100 miles in just ten short minutes.

The Cadillac Escalade IQ offers a versatile driving experience with selectable modes tailored for varying conditions, including tour, snow/ice, sport, tow/haul, and My Mode. Standard features such as four-wheel steering, an air ride adaptive suspension, and Magnetic Ride Control™ provide a dynamic balance of responsiveness and smoothness, ensuring a refined journey regardless of the terrain.

View battery specifications for the Escalade IQ in the accompanying chart.

  • Drive Unit: Dual-motor AWD
  • Battery Capacity: 200 kWh
  • Horsepower (Standard/Velocity Max): 680 / 750 HP
  • Torque (Standard/Velocity Max): 615 / 785 lb.-ft.
  • Drivetrain: AWD
  • Max. Avail. Range: 460 mi.
  • 0-60 MPH Time: Less than 5 sec.
  • Max. Towing Capacity: 8,000 lbs.
  • 240V Charge Time (Avail. 19.2 kW Charge Module): 36.5 mi./hr.
  • DC Fast Charge : 100 mi./10 min.

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Exterior Design

Exuding bold sophistication, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ is defined by its commanding presence and illustrious design. Making a striking statement, the standard 24-inch wheels enhance the sleek exterior design, turning heads wherever you go. The standard AutoSense power liftgate provides effortless accessibility to the rear cargo area. Additionally, the innovative power hood offers convenient access to the eTrunk™ cargo space, enhancing both style and functionality. Feel the breeze and the open-air freedom of the road with the standard expansive panoramic glass sunroof with sunshade.

Available exterior features include:

  • Power hood
  • Panoramic fixed glass sunroof with sunshade
  • Integrated assist steps
  • Heated, power-adjustable, power-folding, driver’s side auto-dimming mirrors with turn signal indicators and puddle lamps
  • LED slim-line vertical headlamps, front cornering lamps
  • LED choreography capable LED taillamps
  • Automatic headlamp leveling
  • Adaptive forward lighting
  • Rainsense™ automatic wipers
  • Heated wiper park
  • Illuminated front grille
  • AutoSense power liftgate
  • Power assist open/close doors
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ on wet town street
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ interior front dashboard

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Interior Design & Technology

Step into the refined elegance of the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ, drawing your eye to every exquisitely crafted detail of its lavish interior. With three rows of seating for up to seven, the premium amenities of the Escalade IQ feature your choice of either premium Nouveauluxe or Inteluxe™ seat upholstery. The available Executive Second Row Seating Package enhances your driving experience with heated and ventilated 14-way power seats, ten-point power massage functionality, and a second-row floor console with convenient stowable tray tables for the ultimate in comfort and convenience.

Experience a new level of sophisticated comfort with the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ. Its expansive 55-inch display seamlessly integrates entertainment, navigation, and real-time camera feeds. The Executive Second Row Seating Package introduces advanced features like a 42-speaker AKG™ audio system for an immersive sound experience, wireless charging, and rear-seat entertainment and command center screens to keep your passengers engaged.

Available interior features include:

  • Nouveauluxe or Inteluxe seat upholstery
  • 16-way power front seats with lumbar massage
  • Power-release second-row bucket seats
  • Power 60/40 split-folding third-row bench seat
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Power tilt and telescoping steering column
  • Heated steering wheel
  • ClimateSense™ five-zone climate control
  • Cabin air ionizer
  • 126-color LED interior lighting with two customizable zones

Available technology features include:

  • Infotainment experience with 55-in. HD curved front display
  • 8-in. rear command center
  • Dual rear entertainment system with two 12.6-in. color screens
  • Google built-in
  • SiriusXM® with 360L capability
  • Next-generation Active Noise Cancellation
  • 38- or 42-speaker AKG Studio Reference system
  • 5G Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
  • Wireless phone charging in front and second rows
  • 110V power outlets in eTrunk, second row, and third row
  • Rear camera mirror
  • Head-up display

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Interior Specs & Cargo Capacity

The 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ offers exceptional versatility with its expansive cargo capacity. Folding down both rear rows opens up an impressive 119.2 cubic feet of storage space, allowing you to haul large items with ease. Additionally, the front eTrunk provides 12.2 cubic feet of extra storage, complete with an available sliding tray for added convenience.

See 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ interior specifications in the accompanying table.

  • Seating: Seven
  • Passenger Volume: 90 cu.-ft.
  • Headroom (First/Second/Third Row): 43.5 / 39.9 / 37.2 in.
  • Legroom (First/Second/Third Row): 45.2 / 41.3 / 32.3 in.
  • Cargo Volume (Behind First/Second/Third Row): 119.1 / 69.1 / 23.6 cu.-ft.
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ interior overhead view
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ outside modern building

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Safety Features

With a standard suite of advanced safety technologies at its core, the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ provides peace of mind with such intuitive features as the available night vision system that identifies pedestrians, animals, and road hazards. The LED and signature vertical lights of the adaptive forward lighting system automatically adjust to varying road conditions. Additionally, the Super Cruise® hands-free driving assistance offers convenience on compatible highways.

Available safety features include:

  • Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Enhanced automatic emergency braking
  • Intersection automatic emergency braking
  • Front pedestrian and bicyclist braking
  • Lane-keep assist with lane departure warning
  • Rear cross-traffic braking
  • Reverse automatic braking
  • Enhanced automatic parking assist
  • HD surround vision
  • Head-up display
  • Traffic sign recognition
  • Side bicyclist alert
  • Rear pedestrian alert
  • Forward collision alert
  • Safety alert seat
  • Driver attention assist
  • Blind zone steering assist
  • Pedestrian safety signal
  • Night vision

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Color Options

  • Summit White
  • Black Raven
  • Flare Metallic
  • Deep Space Metallic
  • Black Cherry Tintcoat
  • Midnight Steel Frost
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ parked in the desert
2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ interior seating

2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Trims Available

  • Luxury 1 $129,990*
  • Sport 1 $130,490*
  • Luxury 2 $149,990*
  • Sport 2 $150,490*
*Starting MSRP
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