2026 Cadillac Escalade in Metairie, LA

Check Out the 2026 Cadillac Escalade at Cadillac of New Orleans

When you think of American luxury SUVs, the Cadillac Escalade is probably the first one that comes to mind. For 2026, Cadillac keeps the Escalade fresh with bold design, premium tech, and serious performance options. It’s the kind of SUV that makes an entrance, whether you’re rolling up to a New Orleans restaurant or hitting the highway for a weekend getaway. Choose from the following trim levels:

• Base
• Luxury
• Sport
• Platinum Luxury
• Platinum Sport
• V-Series
• AWD V-Series

The Escalade competes against rivals such as the Lincoln Navigator, BMW X7, and Mercedes-Benz GLS, yet it offers unabashed style, presence, and Cadillac comfort.

Interior Features

When you enter a 2026 Escalade, you are welcomed with an interior that feels more like a first-class lounge than a vehicle cabin. It seats seven or eight, depending on whether it has a second-row bench or captain's chairs. The upholstery options will include premium leather with quilting, and higher trims will sport semi-aniline leather for ultimate luxury.

Technology takes center stage. The Escalade's curved OLED screen spans 38 inches across the dashboard, serving as the digital gauge display, infotainment touchscreen, and interface for the Escalade's controls. Add in the AKG Studio audio system with 19 speakers (which can be upgraded to AKG Studio Reference with 36 speakers), and it feels like you are in a concert hall on wheels.

Cargo volume is another strength. The standard Escalade provides 25.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third row, and if you fold both rows down, the maximum cargo volume grows to 121 cubic feet. The long wheelbase of the Escalade ESV increases the maximum cargo volume to over 142 cubic feet.

Additional interior highlights include ambient lighting, massaging front seats, tri-zone automatic climate control, and an available rear entertainment screen to keep backseat passengers entertained.

Exterior Features

The 2026 Escalade embraces its big, bold character. The upright profile, enormous grille, and signature vertical LED headlights and taillights provide considerable curb presence, which blends luxury presence with everyday utility.

Wheel options start at 22 inches, and the finish is customizable with possibilities depending upon trim, including chrome, gloss-black, or machined. The Platinum Sport trim emphasizes dark accents, while the Premium Luxury Platinum adds more chrome and has a brighter, more classic Cadillac look.

Available exterior colors include:

• Radiant Red Tintcoat
• Deep Sea Metallic
• Aegean Metallic
• Galactic Gray Metallic
• Black Raven
• Vibrant White Tricoat

Power & Performance

The Escalade isn’t just about looks – it backs up its presence with serious performance. Buyers have three engine options for 2026:

6.2-liter V8

• 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque.
• 10-speed automatic transmission.
• Smooth and powerful, with cylinder deactivation for efficiency.

Escalade-V: Supercharged 6.2-liter V8

• 682 horsepower and 653 lb-ft of torque.
• Launches this big SUV from zero to 60 mph in under 4.5 seconds.

Rear-wheel drive is standard, while four-wheel drive is available across the lineup. The V-Series is only available with all-wheel drive. Properly equipped, the Escalade can tow up to 8,200 pounds depending on configuration, making it as practical as it is luxurious.

The ride is composed thanks to independent rear suspension, with available Magnetic Ride Control and Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, smoothing out Louisiana roads.

Technology Features

• 38-inch Curved OLED Display (gauge cluster + infotainment)
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
• Built-In Google Assistant, Maps, and Play Store
• Available Head-Up Display
• Augmented Reality Navigation Overlay
• AKG Premium Audio System (19 or 36 speakers)
• Rear-Seat Entertainment with Dual 12.6-inch Screens
• Night Vision System (available)

Safety Features

The 2026 Escalade also takes safety seriously, with a suite of driver-assistance features. Standard and available systems include:

• Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
• Forward Collision Alert
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist
• Surround Vision 360-Degree Camera System

Test Drive the 2026 Cadillac Escalade in Metairie, LA

The 2026 Cadillac Escalade is the full-size luxury SUV that sets the bar. With bold design, a tech-packed interior, and powerful engine choices – including the outrageous Escalade-V – it’s built for drivers in Metairie who want capability and comfort in one premium package.

Visit Cadillac of New Orleans today to test drive the 2026 Escalade and see why this SUV continues to define American luxury.

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.