2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ in Metairie, LA

Electrify the Drive: 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ at Cadillac of New Orleans in Metairie, LA

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ is the first all-electric Escalade SUV, and it’s making an undeniable statement across Louisiana roads. Built on Cadillac’s revolutionary EV architecture and available now at Cadillac of New Orleans in Metairie, LA, this luxury SUV combines maximum performance, groundbreaking tech, and next-gen interior luxury across four trims – Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, and Premium Sport.

With a manufacturer-estimated 465-mile electric range and seating for seven passengers, this full-size SUV delivers everything expected of the Escalade name while pushing the brand fully into the electric future.

Trims that Define the 2026 Escalade IQ

Whether you prioritize refined luxury or bold athletic design, the Escalade IQ trim lineup offers premium versatility.

• Luxury: Manufacturer-estimated 465-mile range, 22-inch wheels, 19-speaker AKG audio, 11.5 kW AC charging, 12.2 cubic feet eTrunk® storage, Super Cruise®.
• Premium Luxury: Adds a 38-speaker AKG audio, 16-way power massage front seats, power doors, 19.2 kW charging, Smart Trailering.
• Sport: Obsidian chrome grille, 21-speaker AKG audio, sport-themed interior accents, Four-Wheel Steer, black accents.
• Premium Sport: Combines Sport style with Premium Luxury features including 38-speaker audio, Night Vision, 16-way seats, and Super Cruise®.

Interior Features

Inside the 2026 Escalade IQ, luxury meets next-level spaciousness and design. Seating across all three rows is thoughtfully crafted with premium materials, ventilation, and massage features available for both the front and second rows. The front row offers 45.2 inches of legroom, while the Executive Second Row Seating Package increases rear legroom to 45 inches and includes heated, ventilated, and massaging captain's chairs with tech-charging upgrades.

Interior highlights include:

• 16-way power-adjustable front seats with lumbar massage and shoulder/back bolsters.
• Tri-zone automatic climate control with five-zone ClimateSense™ settings.
• Full semi-aniline leather or Nouveauluxe upholstery with laser-etched wood trim.
• Cabin air ionizer and next-generation noise cancellation.
• Heated and ventilated front and second-row seating.

Cargo space is maximized thanks to EV-specific design. You'll find:

• 23.6 cubic feet behind the third row.
• 69.1 cubic feet behind the second row.
• 119.1 cubic feet behind the first row.
• An additional 12.2 cubic feet in the eTrunk® front storage compartment.

Exterior Features

The Escalade IQ is the most aerodynamic Escalade ever built, boasting bold proportions and new Cadillac design language, from vertical LED lighting choreography to the illuminated grille and crest. The available 24-inch wheels paired with 35-inch tires are the largest ever fitted to an Escalade, adding even more street presence to its 224.3-inch length and 136.2-inch wheelbase.

Available exterior features include:

• Power open and close doors.
• Adaptive forward lighting with cornering LEDs.
• Heated wiper park and Rainsense wipers.
• Soft-close doors and privacy glass.
• AutoSense power liftgate and power hood.

Choose from these standout colors:

• Black Raven
• Sandstone
• Deep Space Metallic
• Luna Metallic
• Black Cherry Tintcoat

Other available finishes include Vibrant White Tricoat, Magnus Metal Frost, Adobe Frost, and Monarch Orange.

EV Performance

The 2026 Escalade IQ is engineered to thrill, with a dual motor AWD powertrain that delivers 750 horsepower and 785 lb-ft of torque in Velocity Max mode. With a zero to 60 mph time of 4.7 seconds and the intelligence of Magnetic Ride Control, Four-Wheel Steer, and Cadillac Arrival Mode, this electric vehicle handles like nothing else in the full-size SUV category.

Performance features include:

• Air Ride Adaptive Suspension
• Regenerative braking
• Tow/haul mode and Smart Trailering Package
• Electronic limited-slip differential
• Trailering-capable hitch with integrated brake controller

This Escalade's 205 kWh battery architecture allows up to a manufacturer-estimated 117 miles of range in 10 minutes with 350 kW DC Fast Charging. Premium trims also offer 19.2 kW Level 2 AC charging, providing up to a manufacturer-estimated 36 miles of range per hour at home or public stations.

Technology Features

The Escalade IQ is Cadillac’s most connected SUV yet. The curved 55-inch pillar-to-pillar LED display spans the front row and merges navigation, digital gauges, and infotainment controls into a seamless experience. Google built-in and a 5G Wi-Fi® hotspot capability come standard.

Other technology features include:

• Super Cruise® with automatic lane change and three-year OnStar® One plan
• AKG™ 19-speaker or 38-speaker Studio Reference audio systems with Dolby Atmos®
• Rear seat entertainment system with available Bluetooth® headphones*
• Night Vision thermal imaging (Premium trims)
• Augmented reality navigation and head-up display

Intelligent Safety and Driver Assistance

The 2026 Escalade IQ is fully loaded with standard and available driver assistance technologies that protect every passenger. From long road trips to urban driving, confidence comes standard.

Safety and assistance features include:

• HD Surround Vision and Rear Camera Mirror
• Enhanced automatic emergency braking
• Intersection automatic emergency braking
• Rear cross traffic braking and rear pedestrian alert
• Blind zone steering assist with trailering
• Adaptive cruise control with lane centering
• Traffic sign recognition and night vision system
• Side bicyclist alert and teen driver technology
• Safety alert seat and Buckle to Drive

Every IQ trim includes eight standard airbags and Cadillac’s Driver Attention Assist feature for added peace of mind.

Drive the 2026 Escalade IQ at Cadillac of New Orleans in Metairie, LA

The future of electric performance and SUV luxury is here. If you're ready to step beyond traditional gasoline models and into a full-size electric SUV that delivers on every front – range, performance, comfort, and innovation – then the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ is waiting at Cadillac of New Orleans. Test-drive any trim today or explore the extended-range Escalade IQL model if you need even more cargo space.

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* All fuel economy mpg listings in the content above are manufacturer estimates. Actual mileage will vary.

*Disclaimer: This content was drafted with AI assistance for initial drafting, reviewed by a subject-matter expert for accuracy, and edited by our team of writers and editors.