The first domestic model equipped with GM's hands-free driver assistance system Super Cruise has been confirmed as Cadillac's Escalade IQ.
General Motors (GM) Korea business sites announced on Oct. 27 that Cadillac's flagship SUV Escalade has been newly evolved into a pure electric model, the Escalade IQ (ESCALADE IQ), and will be launched domestically in November. This vehicle is equipped with GM's pride, Super Cruise.
Since the launch of the first generation in 1998, the Escalade, which has sold more than 1 million units worldwide, has established itself as the icon of luxury SUVs with its distinctive design and technology. The newly introduced Escalade IQ combines Cadillac brand's symbolic heritage with advanced electrification technology.
The Escalade IQ is based on GM's latest electric vehicle-dedicated architecture and is equipped with a large-capacity 205 kWh battery, achieving a certified single-charge driving range of 739 km (combined), one of the longest in Korea. Through an 800-volt ultra-fast charging system, it supports a maximum charging speed of 350 kW, enabling up to 188 km of driving with a 10-minute charge. The eAWD dual-motor system, optimally paired with the battery, produces up to 750 horsepower (when Velocity mode is applied) and 108.5 kg·m of torque, delivering explosive acceleration performance and a quiet driving environment simultaneously.
Cadillac's signature vertical LED headlamps and rear blade-style taillamps harmonize to complete a balanced exterior silhouette. The interior, equipped with advanced features such as a pillar-to-pillar 55-inch curved LED display spanning the front of the dashboard and an AKG® studio reference sound system composed of 38 speakers, boasts technical completeness along with premium materials imbued with craftsmanship and meticulous details.
The Escalade IQ will be the first vehicle in Korea to apply GM's hands-free driver assistance system (ADAS), Super Cruise. Super Cruise enables "hands-free driving," allowing the driver to take their hands off the steering wheel while keeping their eyes on the road (Eyes On), and provides an advanced driving experience by automatically changing lanes in response to traffic flow. It is currently available on approximately 23,000 km of highways and major arterial roads, and Cadillac said this technology introduction gives Korean customers the first opportunity to experience GM's advanced mobility vision.
In addition, the Arrival Mode, which utilizes rear-wheel steering, is designed to enable precise directional control in tight urban spaces despite being a full-size SUV, providing enhanced steering performance during parking or low-speed driving. Also, the 345-liter front storage space "e-trunk" adds new convenience for various lifestyles such as family trips and outdoor activities.
The Escalade IQ will be supplied in extremely limited quantities to the domestic market this year.
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