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2007 Cadillac Escalade Road Test

10-22-2006

by Daniel Lafrance , Auto123.com

On the road
The invincibility one can feel behind the wheel of this big vehicle gives a sense of security to the people who tend to be afraid when driving. On
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the other hand, the Escalade can become dangerous for those who fear nothing, because you feel like you're on top of the world and that nothing can happen to you. Therefore, you have to contain your urges. Yet again, the comfort and space are outstanding. It often seems like you're travelling in your couch. On high-speed roads, using the cruise control to avoid exceeding the speed limit is a wise idea. After a day of work, I drove from Montreal to Quebec City and I arrived in top shape. The following day, I went back to Montreal and found myself in the same exact dispositions. What I'm saying is, the Escalade is really pleasant to travel in. In the city, this big SUV edges his way into the traffic fairly well; in fact, a lot of people gladly step out of our way. There's indeed a benefit to drive a huge vehicle! The important thing is, don't use it to try to rule the roads. Obviously, if you have stuff to carry around, you'll find all the cargo room you need, while the 3,311-kilo towing capacity is good. The 403-hp 6.2L V8 engine gives you all the power necessary to pull and pass as safely as possible. The six-speed automatic gearbox is designed to help you in tough conditions. With the traction control system and the all-wheel drive, you
(Photo: Philippe Champoux)
will be able to easily get yourself out of any road conditions in Canada.

Strengths :
Safety
Comfort
Space

Weaknesses :
A few body noises
High price




Photo Credit : Philippe Champoux
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