Cadillac on Wednesday introduced a stretched model of its Escalade IQ electrical SUV.
As a consequence of begin manufacturing later this yr, the 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL boasts extra inside area than the usual Escalade IQ, serving the identical operate Escalade ESV does within the internal-combustion Escalade lineup.
2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL
Cadillac factors to an additional 4 inches of third-row legroom and an additional inch of headroom, at 36.7 inches and 38.2 inches, respectively. The IQL retains the Escalade IQ’s 12.2-cubic-foot entrance trunk, and the non-compulsory Government Second Row Package deal, with twin 12.6-inch screens, a middle console, and 14-way power-adjustable seats with heating, cooling, and therapeutic massage.
Just like the Escalade IQ, the IQL rides on the identical platform because the GMC Hummer EV, GMC Sierra EV, and Chevrolet Silverado EV vehicles, and comes customary with the largest-available 205-kwh battery pack comprised of 24 modules in twin stacked layers.
Cadillac estimates the identical 460 miles of vary because the standard-length Escalade IQ. DC quick charging can get better 116 miles of vary in 10 minutes at 350 kw, and bidirectional charging will likely be customary as effectively.
2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL
The IQL’s customary dual-motor powertrain is rated on the similar 750 hp and 785 lb-ft of torque as within the Escalade IQ. Cadillac estimates that this may get the IQL from 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds (utilizing the Velocity Max launch mode) and allow a 7,500-pound towing capability.
The IQL options magnetic dampers and adaptive air suspension just like the IQ, in addition to a 55-inch dashboard show operating from roof pillar to roof pillar, AKG audio methods with as much as 42 audio system, and Common Motors’ Tremendous Cruise hands-free freeway driving system.
Costs begin at $132,695 with vacation spot. Cadillac hadn’t launched pricing for the 2026 Escalade IQ at press time, but when it holds regular from the 2025 mannequin yr, the IQL will likely be $2,705 costlier. Cadillac will provide 4 trim ranges for this mannequin—Luxurious, Sport, Premium Luxurious, and Premium Sport.
Manufacturing is scheduled to start out mid-year at GM’s Manufacturing facility Zero in Detroit. The Escalade IQL will not be the one three-row Cadillac electrical SUV arriving for 2026. The Vistiq will provide three rows of seats and a focused 300 miles of vary in a extra manageable measurement and with a decrease $78,790 base value.