Review Of 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT
Posted in Cadillac Trucks, Truck Reviews on October 30, 2009
Introduction:
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT is priced at MSRP $61,130. The Escalade EXT is the revamped version of the 2007 model. It has picked up many styling cues from its predecessors. This high end sport utility truck offers tough competition to Lincoln Mark LT and Hummer H2 SUT. The Escalade edition also competes with fully loaded pick ups like Toyota Tundra Limited.
What’s on offer?
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT is equipped with E85 capability and an option of blind zone alert system.
Silhouette:
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT is nearly 20 inches longer than its predecessor with an approximate length of 222 inches. It has adequate rear storage bed like the compact short box crew cab pick up truck an approximate 45.5 cubic feet of volume. The second row seats as well as the cab mid gate flip inwards offering an extended cargo space of 101 cubic feet. The main highlight of this model is its angular face and its rectangular headlights. The EXT edition maintains the triangular C pillar extension of GM’s first generation crossover pick up.It features 18 inch wheels as standard and offers options to upgrade to 22 inch alloy wheels. They also feature optional LED headlamps.
Inside the cabin:
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT features two rows of seats which can comfortably seat five passengers. The rear seat can be folded which creates an expanded, continuous, load floor for the bed. The interiors are well dressed with standard leather upholstery. It also features standard power front seats and standard automatic climate controls. The EXT edition offers option of heated power tilting steering wheel and navigation wheel inside the cabin.
Features:
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT features remote engine start system, power adjustable pedals, cruise control with steering wheel controls, navigation system with voice activation, automatic dual zone front air conditioning. It also includes, Xm Nav Traffic, AM/FM satellite with in built six CD changer with steering wheel mounted audio controls. It also includes adaptive suspensions which offer good handling.
Powertrain:
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT is equipped with 6.2 liter V8 engine which produces 403 horsepower and 417 pound feet of torque. It is also teamed with six speed automatic transmission. This edition also sports All Wheel Drive as standard feature. This sturdy model has a towing capacity of up to 7500 pounds.
Safety:
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT is well equipped with measures which make this vehicle very safe to drive. It includes curtain airbags on all sides, no side impact air bags for the front seat, electronic stability system and standard four wheel disc anti lock brakes. During the various tests conducted to check the efficiency of this vehicle it scored complete five stars for front and rear passenger protection and three stars for roll over Resistance.
Conclusion:
The 2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT stands out in the crowd. The main advantages of this vehicle are impressive powertrain, straight forward controls, and decent interiors. The main disadvantages of this vehicle are the back window is fixed, and the wheels look very delicate.
