All-new Cadillac Escalade IQ & IQL EVs debut in Middle East

Cadillac Escalade IQ & IQL EVs SUVs, one red and one silver, are parked on a paved area at sunset. Their sleek design is accentuated by the soft, pinkish sky in the background.
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The Escalade IQ offers up to 724 km of range, the longest for an electric SUV, while the IQL delivers class-leading cargo and second-row space. UAE prices start from AED 586,000

Cadillac Middle East marks a defining moment for the brand with the launch of the all-electric Escalade IQ and Escalade IQL SUVs. The debut introduces Cadillac’s flagship SUV into the luxury electric vehicle segment, bringing the Escalade’s commanding presence, premium comfort, and feature-rich identity into a new era of electrification.

Close-up of a dark red Cadillac Escalade IQ luxury SUV showcasing the front wheel, chrome accents, and sleek design, parked in an urban setting with greenery.
A sleek Cadillac Escalade IQL black SUV with a distinctive grille is parked on paved ground, surrounded by lush green grass and palm trees under a soft morning light.
A sleek, Cadillac Escalade IQ dark red SUV is parked in a picturesque setting. Palm trees and a cityscape are in the background, evoking a sense of luxury and elegance.
A sleek Cadillac Escalade IQL light gray SUV with a bold front grille and sharp headlights parked on a paved surface, framed by lush greenery and distant cityscape.
The image shows the sleek interior of a Cadillac Escalade IQ, featuring a wide digital dashboard with touchscreen controls and a modern, tech-savvy ambiance.
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Luxurious Cadillac Escalade IQ car interior with tan leather seats and sleek wood-paneled door accents. The seats are plush, emphasizing comfort and sophistication.
Luxury Cadillac Escalade IQ car interior with a sleek digital touchscreen on the center console, surrounded by beige leather seats. The mood is modern and sophisticated.
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Luxurious Cadillac Escalade IQ car interior featuring beige leather seats, digital screens displaying vehicle info, and sleek design elements. Sunlit with a modern, sophisticated feel.
Interior of a Cadillac Escalade IQ luxury car showing the back of two front seats with sleek brown leather. Dual screens are embedded, displaying digital controls. Calm, tech-savvy ambiance.
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Design

The Cadillac Escalade of generations past maintained its towering stance and sheer visual mass, an aesthetic that has resonated with monied buyers for decades. Both new Escalade IQ and Escalade IQL electric SUVs retain this identity, now interpreted through a progressive and recognisable electric vehicle design language, with vertical lighting signatures, sculpted proportions, and available 24-inch wheels.

Inside, this abode of comfort is fitted with a curved, pillar-to-pillar 55-inch total diagonal display, creating a seamless panoramic interface that integrates navigation, entertainment, and vehicle information in the luxury electric SUV cabin.

Both models offer best-in-class second-row spaciousness of up to 1,051 mm, along with available Executive Seating configurations and power open-and-close doors. The Escalade IQL, thanks to its longer overall length, delivers best-in-class cargo capacity of up to 3,546 litres, strengthening its position in the luxury SUV segment in the Middle East.

In addition, both models feature a generous 345.4-litre frunk (eTrunk), adding further practicality to the Cadillac Escalade IQ and IQL lineup.

Performance

Both the Escalade IQ electric SUV and Escalade IQL performance SUV are built on General Motors’ advanced electric architecture with a 205 kWh battery pack.

Performance figures include:

  • 750 horsepower (Cadillac Escalade IQ horsepower)

  • 1,064 Nm torque

  • 0–96 km/h in 4.7 seconds

  • All-wheel drive system

The SUVs also feature Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and Magnetic Ride Control, ensuring a balance between comfort and high-performance electric SUV driving dynamics.

A four-wheel steering system with Cadillac Arrival Mode improves urban maneuverability for this full-size SUV.

Range

Range remains one of the strongest selling points in this luxury EV SUV segment.

  • Cadillac Escalade IQ range: up to 724 km (estimated)

  • Cadillac Escalade IQL range: up to 708 km (estimated)

With these figures, the Escalade IQ ranks among the longest-range electric SUVs in the luxury segment globally.

Technology

Both models come equipped with Cadillac’s latest connected and infotainment technologies designed for premium electric SUV buyers in UAE and GCC.

Key features include:

  • Google built-in (Google Maps, Assistant, Play Store)

  • AKG Studio Reference 38-speaker audio system (Cadillac Escalade IQ features)

  • Night Vision and HD Surround Vision

  • Blind Zone Steering Assist and Lane Keep Assist

The vehicles also include a 3-year OnStar subscription and 10GB monthly in-car Wi-Fi for full connected car experience in luxury SUVs.

Charging

Charging capability is a major highlight of the Cadillac Escalade IQ charging speed UAE positioning.

Both models support:

  • Up to 350 kW DC fast charging

  • 150 km range in 10 minutes

  • 22 kW Level 2 home charging

At home, owners benefit from up to 55 km range per hour, making it practical for daily use in the UAE EV charging infrastructure ecosystem.

Each vehicle includes a complimentary wallbox charger and portable charging cable.

Official Statement

Omar Elkhishin, Managing Director of Cadillac Middle East and Cadillac International, said:

“The Middle East has played an important role in the Escalade story, with customers valuing its presence, space and capability. Escalade IQ and IQL respect that heritage while bringing electrification, technology and refinement to the next generation.”

Pricing

The Cadillac Escalade IQ UAE price and Escalade IQL Middle East price are now available across dealerships:

UAE

IQ: AED 586,000 (Cadillac Escalade IQ price UAE)
IQL: AED 596,000 (Cadillac Escalade IQL price UAE)

Saudi Arabia

IQ: SAR 655,100
IQL: SAR 666,300

Kuwait

IQ: KWD 46,300
IQL: KWD 47,090

Qatar

IQ: QAR 537,700
IQL: QAR 547,100

Oman

IQ: OMR 57,100
IQL: OMR 58,100

Jordan

IQ: JOD 180,000
IQL: JOD 183,300

Lebanon

IQ: $210,300
IQL: $214,000

Bahrain

IQ: BHD 62,750
IQL: BHD 70,690

Cadillac Escalade IQ & IQL EV Debut in Middle East UAE