This is literally the only video I've watched on TH-cam that shows a Cadillac Escalade driving off-road. Appreciate it for bothering to even attempt it, and thanks for uploading.
Me too, with off road tires it would have performed way better....American automotive press doesn't test at all these luxury SUV's off road, I wish these folks will do the same for the latest generation of Lincoln Navigator but I feel it would be very clumsy offroad: too long, bulky and heavier than the latest Escalade.
"What kind of person takes a 90K vehicle off road? That's why we don't take them off road." Was the answer given to me when I asked why you didn't take the LX570 off road. Now you take a different 90K vehicle off road.
That and its base is the land cruiser which is arguably the world's most capable off roader. Yet the pimp/coke dealer ride is the one they take off road.
The Range Rover is the better bet for off-roading, but if you want to make a presence pulling up somewhere, go for the Escalade, it looks great in the front.
I don't understand why people don't like the CUE and find it difficult. I have no problem with the CUE in my CTS. I LOVE the CUE system. Again I personally don't understand.
@@GuestTH-camUser At that price I would get a Landcruiser without a doubt. Nor comparison to RR re. durability and resale value. Most reliable SUV vs. least reliable.
Wouldn't expect anyone from TFL to stoop to the low level of saying CUE is confusing. My ten year old daughter can operate CUE. Yes, it's a pinch "laggy" in the 2014 CTS but she can operate it fine. CUE 2.0 rolling out in 2016 Caddy's have addressed this issue but anyway, once you get it through your thick head that it's not an iPad it's pretty elementary to use/operate. #Btw I never call you guys on BS but the end cap where the dash meets the door on the Escalade was a big portion they paid attention to (according to Cadillac designers). I've personally tapped all over the new Escalade's interior and didn't find what you found.
He did say they are 22 inch wheels, several times. Was wondering how much difference it would make if you put 20 inch wheels on it. I did drive my Yukon Denali on similar terrain, but it had 20 inch wheels. I have a 2018 Escalade now with 22 inch wheels and I still swear that the 20 inch wheels will give you a better ride. However, the dealer says I shouldn’t put 20 inch wheels on it because it voids the warranty? If any one has an answer to this I’d love to hear it. Thanks for putting this vehicle out there to see what it’s capable of doing.
sheldon blankenship Ford does it with the Expedition and Lincoln Navigator. Nissan does it with their Armada. Then there are the plethora of modern military vehicles with IRS that have to move the 5-10ton butts over the worst terrain short of climbing up a sheer cliff face, while towing another 5-25tons of equipment, if called for. Having IRS, when designed properly will not impede towing capability,stability, or reliably.
So basically its a very nice comfortable and powerful family hauler that would be good for long trips. Plus I guess it would be good in snow and able to handle a somewhat rough country road?
Love the escalade for sure, but just like the guy mentioned, the wheels alone are as much as his freaking mortgage. I'll take a Suburban with the same passenger capacity and comfort plus a camaro rather then one escalade that you would be too scared to take offroading during camp anyway.
i went with 20" rims 275/55r20 on my TAHOE Rides alot Softer with Chinese SAILUN ice blazer wst2 winter tires Summer run the Stock 6 spoke gloss black 285/45r22 Bridstone alenza - rides HARSH! and WAY HEAVIER !!!!!!!!!!
Remember how terrible the interiors were in the Escalade? They reminded me of early 90's cars. This looks like it's been improved, definitely not something I'd ever own though
drunkpolak wontreply I can't afford one, but even if I could I sure as hell have a lot better use for 90,000$ than to buy some overpriced status symbol pimp wagon.
I love the new escalade. I've always loved them. Has TFL ever considered reviewing a Nissan Xterra? I drive a 2006 and it is a very very impressive SUV.
Dear Cadillac: How hard would it be to design a power retractable chin-spoiler & rear valence , tying it into the trans selector so your approach AND departure angles increase into truly useful ranges ???? A true no-brainer Cadillac!
What do you guys think about the third row seats in the Navigator L & The Escalade ESV? Is the newer escalade worth the trade off for the more legroom in the lincoln?
Great review, but it amounts to a one-night stand. What's the reliability like? How much time is this thing going to spend in my garage compared to the dealer's garage?
Thanks for the video Nathan. Just curious, which do you think if the best combination "off road/luxury" vehicle? I heard some say the Lexus LX 570 and others like the Lincoln Navigator. Your thoughts?
This car is nice looking, tall, but personally if I was able to afford it, not just stretch to it on lease, but actually easily afford it, I would take it to California and have it bulletproofed, made realible, then I would forever and never get another car.
@Jondrew1 because not everyone wants a Range Rover...The fact is at the end of the day ain't nobody taking a 90k Caddy off-road no more than someone taking a 100+ Range Rover off-road. Lol
The Lexus version of the $78,000 starting price Toyota land cruiser (so it might be more) would show you why your $ would be so much - understandable investing in I wish they'd lend you one even the new turbo 2.0 or just that 2.7 highlander!
Two standard features that come with almost all GM SUV's and truck's that everyone hates. The ultra-low front splitter. Why is it even needed ? ... And the lower front suspension. I understand how the rear is higher in the back on trucks so that when loaded it would be leveled. But why do it in SUV's. Not a lot of people use SUV's as a utility vehicle.
You put together some good shows. However, the music isn't contributing much. Just gives the show the feeling that you're watching a television show. Its a guy show. I think most guys just want mechanical eye, good information, and some excitement.
This is literally the only video I've watched on TH-cam that shows a Cadillac Escalade driving off-road. Appreciate it for bothering to even attempt it, and thanks for uploading.
Me too, with off road tires it would have performed way better....American automotive press doesn't test at all these luxury SUV's off road, I wish these folks will do the same for the latest generation of Lincoln Navigator but I feel it would be very clumsy offroad: too long, bulky and heavier than the latest Escalade.
I own the 2016 Escalade. I got 4x4 only if I was in snow or mud. The 22 inch wheels and the ground clearance would make me cringe for Rocky off-road.
My family has this car and the interior is so nice. One of the best interiors I have ever seen.
Garrett Bradley how dose your family afford it and is it a eve or short wheel base and is it a platinum or not?
Garrett Bradley oops I mean esv
@@joshdosesomthing6678 it isn't surprising any doctor that makes at least 200k a year could easily buy a fully loaded Escalade
I sat in escalade and new navigator, and realized that escalade interior looked like chevy spark, compared to spectacular navigator interior:)
"What kind of person takes a 90K vehicle off road? That's why we don't take them off road." Was the answer given to me when I asked why you didn't take the LX570 off road. Now you take a different 90K vehicle off road.
Nothing new with them lol
That and its base is the land cruiser which is arguably the world's most capable off roader. Yet the pimp/coke dealer ride is the one they take off road.
Someone who owns a Range Rover would
David Scott
I take My range Rover off road regularly.
Who'd pay this much for an American SUV is a better question.
This is better than jeeps. U should do an off-road comparison with this, the Yukon, Tahoe and Jeep Wrangler rubicon hardrock
Not to start a fire or anything.. .but the front clip on that caddy looks incredibly bland and CHEAP....
Wtf. That's the best part!! Lmfao
The Range Rover is the better bet for off-roading, but if you want to make a presence pulling up somewhere, go for the Escalade, it looks great in the front.
Range Rover is the father of Cadillac
Some of the camera angles really demonstrate that this and the Yukon have the same DNA
It’s a Yukon with caddy slapped on it.
Good video, but I just wish they told us how big those wheels are... What are those, 22s? Surprised they didn't mention it.
The wheels are 22's
Sleepy Panda LOL I detect a bit of sarcasm.
Biker Jim Yessir ;-)
+Biker Jim ...and apparently TFL missed it! 😂😂😂
Corey Nobles 0:34
I don't understand why people don't like the CUE and find it difficult. I have no problem with the CUE in my CTS. I LOVE the CUE system. Again I personally don't understand.
Who calls it a 'slade?
robvas lol right
robvas Yeah, I agree. Never heard that term before.
People that can't afford one and when they get near one they think they're cool now.
+Corey Nobles Big bucks.
Nobody
If I were rich I would definitely buy a Cadillac Escalade! It's such a beautiful vehicle both inside and out!
You dont need to be rich.
At this price, I rather get a Range Rover.
@@GuestTH-camUser At that price I would get a Landcruiser without a doubt. Nor comparison to RR re. durability and resale value. Most reliable SUV vs. least reliable.
Do they throw a loaf of cocaine in on the deal when you buy this at the dealer? You know, to get you started in your new trade?
lol hahaha!
David Scott Wait...you think cocaine comes from a bakery?
David Scott HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA that is so funny
David Scott an eight ball sounds fair.
Depends if you pay cash or not..
Good thing you took a escalade off road
i was the one asking for escalade offroading :DDDD thank you
This is not a off road vehicle, the 4x4 is just a backup for snow an shit
justin kohsman
4x4 is for when it's snowing outside but you still gotta get that coke delivered.
No it's not, it's the exact same 4x4 setup that's on the pickup trucks.
+foolongtea
maybe the same drive system but not the same articulation or ground clearance
1970cutlassS No of course not, but it's got the same hardware drivetrain wise.
+foolongtea except this car weighs in about 6000 pounds.... 4wd is kinda necessary
it looks good off road that's probably the first one that's ever been on the dirt
Awesome Cadillac Escalade)))
Wouldn't expect anyone from TFL to stoop to the low level of saying CUE is confusing. My ten year old daughter can operate CUE. Yes, it's a pinch "laggy" in the 2014 CTS but she can operate it fine. CUE 2.0 rolling out in 2016 Caddy's have addressed this issue but anyway, once you get it through your thick head that it's not an iPad it's pretty elementary to use/operate.
#Btw I never call you guys on BS but the end cap where the dash meets the door on the Escalade was a big portion they paid attention to (according to Cadillac designers). I've personally tapped all over the new Escalade's interior and didn't find what you found.
I have a 14 CTS and no problem with the CUE. If you can work a tablet, you know the CUE. I see this model at the dealership, it is huge.
Great video, gorgeous Cadillac Escalade!! I agree, the Escalade does have the best interior in its class!!
I have to say. That was a great and honest review.
He did say they are 22 inch wheels, several times. Was wondering how much difference it would make if you put 20 inch wheels on it. I did drive my Yukon Denali on similar terrain, but it had 20 inch wheels. I have a 2018 Escalade now with 22 inch wheels and I still swear that the 20 inch wheels will give you a better ride. However, the dealer says I shouldn’t put 20 inch wheels on it because it voids the warranty? If any one has an answer to this I’d love to hear it. Thanks for putting this vehicle out there to see what it’s capable of doing.
As a Cadillac exclusive, not shared with GMC or Chevy, the Escalade should have IRS.
sheldon blankenship
Ford does it with the Expedition and Lincoln Navigator. Nissan does it with their Armada. Then there are the plethora of modern military vehicles with IRS that have to move the 5-10ton butts over the worst terrain short of climbing up a sheer cliff face, while towing another 5-25tons of equipment, if called for.
Having IRS, when designed properly will not impede towing capability,stability, or reliably.
So basically its a very nice comfortable and powerful family hauler that would be good for long trips. Plus I guess it would be good in snow and able to handle a somewhat rough country road?
Looks great
Excellent video...
The truth is, rarely if anyone will ever take this offroad. But fun here.
It's 2018 and honestly I think I would still believe it's a latest model if it was placed in a showroom.
My dream car
Make please a test of ESV on an off-road
monster beast! love it!
Off-roading with that thing is like doing aerobatics wit a Boeing 747.....
Love the escalade for sure, but just like the guy mentioned, the wheels alone are as much as his freaking mortgage. I'll take a Suburban with the same passenger capacity and comfort plus a camaro rather then one escalade that you would be too scared to take offroading during camp anyway.
Did you say multi millionaires? My mom owns one of these and i can assure you we do not have millions.
*****. Exactly!
i went with 20" rims 275/55r20 on my TAHOE Rides alot Softer with Chinese SAILUN ice blazer wst2 winter tires
Summer run the Stock 6 spoke gloss black 285/45r22 Bridstone alenza - rides HARSH! and WAY HEAVIER !!!!!!!!!!
Slade⁉️ Do you mean Noddy Holder and " Merry Xmas Everyone "❓🎄🎆⛄️🎩🎸🎤
Do u guys know if Chrysler is bringing back the Aspen? I loved that suv and I'd be the first one to watch that video if you did a review on it :)
there are rumours about it coming back. I hope they are true too.
+Edwin Gutierrez Aspen is no good , to many recalls
Fiat now owns Chrysler but the Aspen was Chrysler's car not Fiat's.
Remember how terrible the interiors were in the Escalade? They reminded me of early 90's cars.
This looks like it's been improved, definitely not something I'd ever own though
Dee Jay you would never own one cause you can't afford a 90k SUV.
drunkpolak wontreply
drunkpolak wontreply I can't afford one, but even if I could I sure as hell have a lot better use for 90,000$ than to buy some overpriced status symbol pimp wagon.
+Nathan McDonald it's more than that. It's very Luxurious inside and out
+Nathan McDonald I'd get a land cruiser
this cadillac is 2017 or 2016 because of the logo in front. not 2015
The late 2015 had the new logo the early ones didnt I THINK. ✌
Youre right
What do doctors, lawyers, pimps drug dealers, and pastors all have in common? They all love the Escalade.
can you guys make a sequoia offroad review guys???????
+Alejandro Zamora We will try, but the current Sequoia has been on sale for a long time, and it's not available in the press fleet.
+The Fast Lane Truck how about the new 2016 land cruiser? Why haven't you guys made any off-road videos on one yet.
I love the new escalade. I've always loved them. Has TFL ever considered reviewing a Nissan Xterra? I drive a 2006 and it is a very very impressive SUV.
Dear Cadillac: How hard would it be to design a power retractable chin-spoiler & rear valence , tying it into the trans selector so your approach AND departure angles increase into truly useful ranges ???? A true no-brainer Cadillac!
it sounds really nice! love that it has a great big v8 =D
Cue is easy. For Nathan, Cue is hard... :)
Id love to buy one
Great vid. Listen the truth is that these things can handle the off road but only in Dubai do they not care about trashing them..
What do you guys think about the third row seats in the Navigator L & The Escalade ESV? Is the newer escalade worth the trade off for the more legroom in the lincoln?
Great review, but it amounts to a one-night stand. What's the reliability like? How much time is this thing going to spend in my garage compared to the dealer's garage?
In your 0-60mph video you guys said it was 14mpg city. Not 15... Did it somehow get more fuel efficient?
Thanks for the video Nathan.
Just curious, which do you think if the best combination "off road/luxury" vehicle?
I heard some say the Lexus LX 570 and others like the Lincoln Navigator.
Your thoughts?
55Herbie1
Lx570 or QX80
Land cruiser or Patrol
What I don't understand is why does the manufacturer put a plastic piece so low to the ground? Do they not want it offroad?
The interior makes me think that the Escalade is basically a Suburban King Ranch Edition.
Great review! Subscried :)
Can you take off the front splitter?because you could take the front splitter off the f 150
I suggest you race the Escalade with Formula One cars for your next video.
Wtf
Jordan Little Why not have it go against an nuclear sub also?
All Cadillac Escalade haters, admit it. It's not too shitty. It's just damn expensive and you can't afford it.
honestly what gain will you get with the chin spoiler? I took it off my old silverado and still got the same MPG. It looked a little higher too.
bmwmsport11 aerodynamics at higher speeds
My Mercedes-Benz GL third row seats are just a nice and just as fast.
You drive a ford fiesta.
Kitty Fister I do not even know what that is. I have a GL450 and an E550. I do not have any reason to lie.
+Yoni do you happen to be rich?
Eli Gaming That's a question of relativity. It is fair to say that I come from a well-to-do background. However, I am not a member of the Forbes 400!
is better also the gls amg c63 biturbo
How long this 2015 version is going to be available on the market?
A lift kit would look nice on that caddie
This car is nice looking, tall, but personally if I was able to afford it, not just stretch to it on lease, but actually easily afford it, I would take it to California and have it bulletproofed, made realible, then I would forever and never get another car.
Apparently the Escalade was voted as the least reliable car for 2016. Even worse reliability than the Range Rover
Impossible or biased, an ls engine is 20x more reliable than amy range rover
What is the point in an off road car that cant go off road?
+Shimmerstrike1 I don't know anyone who says this is an off road vehicle. Not even the manufacturer.
supperterofsanity Then why is it 4 wheel drive? It isn't exactly a race car.
+Shimmerstrike1
Driving on Ice and snow. Also driving on unpaved roads, like they were driving on.
would want to put your wife or girlfriend in a rear wheel drive car in a snow or ice storm? its obviously for safety and drivability
belo design!
@Jondrew1 because not everyone wants a Range Rover...The fact is at the end of the day ain't nobody taking a 90k Caddy off-road no more than someone taking a 100+ Range Rover off-road. Lol
hi. what is the use of 4 wheel drive high and low?
can you do a luxury competition
At that price..............Landcruiser.
thats a pimps dream truck
I'm sorry, but those trails looked like he was going to be overtaken by a Honda Civic towing a caravan
The Lexus version of the $78,000 starting price Toyota land cruiser (so it might be more) would show you why your $ would be so much - understandable investing in
I wish they'd lend you one even the new turbo 2.0 or just that 2.7 highlander!
Lexus for the win in every aspect other than personal preference
Your UBER SUV has arrived.
Nathan Brother Come to Saudi and you will see Saudi people Off roading the crap out of the caddys
Arabia had only sand, much different than here in America, real off-road has cliffs, drops, rocks and mud. They wouldn't do good off-road here.
Two standard features that come with almost all GM SUV's and truck's that everyone hates. The ultra-low front splitter. Why is it even needed ? ... And the lower front suspension. I understand how the rear is higher in the back on trucks so that when loaded it would be leveled. But why do it in SUV's. Not a lot of people use SUV's as a utility vehicle.
Interior does look nice, but poor build quality of any kind is unacceptable on a truck of this price.
How is the ride?
NICE
It can't compete with a range rover at all in offroad conditions.
Dayumn can't even buy a cadillac without it being called a pimp or coke dealer car😭😭😭I'll go buy a range rover😔😔😢
Light off roading??? You guys didn't do that with the Infiniti QX80.
Lol you havea mortgage on your single wide? ✊🍑💨😐
Needs a front lift button, etc
nice car
Going offroad in a fucking escalade is a horrible thing already.
Ripped mine off my truck as soon as I got it
hello from Moscow
Awesome 😀 😀 and by the way I subscribe to your TH-cam channel .
why not 2015 escalade ext and chevrolet avalanche
Take my Escalade off road hehehe
So its the perfect candidate for a rally raid style vehicle.
I'd hate to pay for those tires
rebelyell22 right!
...Yea lets go off roading to macys...LoL...
luxury CAR/poser toy, not a real truck
You put together some good shows. However, the music isn't contributing much. Just gives the show the feeling that you're watching a television show. Its a guy show. I think most guys just want mechanical eye, good information, and some excitement.
Niesamowity
Im off road yhoo
how come you call a esclelade a truck but the sequioa a car?
I want it
got one..most likely will never go off road
Who would take this suv for off roading this review should be city drive and towing review