The Cadillac Escalade has long been a favorite in the luxury SUV segment thanks to its luxury, power, and presence. It represents a statement of style, status, and comfort, among other qualities that make it ideal for personal or family use and sometimes executive transport. But if it's not an Escalade V, you might find it lacking in the power department, especially if you're used to speed. This is where Hennessey Performance comes in, with their H650 upgrade package, which more than transforms the Escalade into something more enjoyable to drive. But don't get us wrong, 420 horsepower is more than enough to make any car engaging to drive, be it a wagon or an SUV. So, is spending an extra roughly $30,000 for a Hennessy Performance Cadillac Escalade worth it? We'll leave that for you to decide as you read on.
Hennessey H650 upgrade kit for the Cadillac Escalade includes quite several perks, and among them is a 2.9-liter supercharger and a special tune that increases the 6.2-liter V8's power output to 650 horsepower and 658 lb.ft. The supercharger is complemented by a variety of supporting mods such as a high-flow intercooler system, stainless steel Cat-Back exhaust, and hardened pushrods, among others. Back to numbers now. 0-60 mph takes 5.3 seconds, and should you take your Hennessy Cadillac Escalade to the drag strip, it should do the quarter mile in 13.5 seconds, according to Hennessey. Top speed figures aren't clear yet, but given that every Escalade, including the Escalade V, tops out at 125 mph, we'll assume the Hennessy Escalade does as well.
Hennessey's enhancements to the Cadillac Escalade mainly target the engine and drivetrain, leaving the interior design mostly intact. The Hennessey H650 Escalade still provides three-row seating for seven, with ample space and comfort for passengers, though the third row has fewer amenities. The second-row seats are often heated depending on the trim level chosen for the Hennessey upgrade, and the front row includes ventilated seats with memory functions. When built on the Premium Luxury Platinum trim, a massaging function for the front seats is also available, with the base model priced at approximately $115,000.
The Hennessey Cadillac Escalade is built for performance, yet its exterior design typically remains close to the standard Escalade's, keeping the same overall shape, proportions, and core design elements. However, the trim level does play a role in its appearance. For example, the Sport trim brings sportier features like a slightly more aggressive front end and larger wheels, while the Premium Luxury and Premium Luxury Platinum trims provide a more refined look with chrome accents and elegant details. For a blend of sportiness and luxury, the Cadillac Escalade Sport Platinum trim hits the mark, merging the athletic look of the Sport with the upscale touches of the Premium Luxury trims.
Again, like the interior and exterior, the Hennessey Performance Cadillac Escalade tech suite varies with the standard car's trim level. However, as the flagship of Cadillac's lineup, there's no moderately equipped model. All trim levels get a 38-inch display on the dash that serves as an infotainment display on the driver's side and transitions into an infotainment touchscreen towards the center. Some reviews have even said it looks better than that of more premium luxury SUVs such as the Mercedes Benz GLS, and seeing it up close, we can't argue with that. The displays are intuitive and extensively equipped, but we love the integrated augmented reality navigation system the most. Higher trim levels have two additional 12.6-inch displays for rear-seat passengers. There's so much more we could cover, but let's shift our focus to pricing.
As mentioned earlier, Hennessey's H650 upgrade will set you back approximately $30,000, which is fair considering what it includes. That means the cost of a Hennessey Cadillac Escalade depends on the trim level you choose. Luckily, all Escalades come with the 6.2-liter V8 as standard, so you can go for the entry-level Luxury trim if you want to save some cash or the Platinum trims if you want more features, especially in the cabin. Hennessey also tunes the Escalade V, but we'll discuss that another time. If you're already sold on buying one, browse through our Cadillac listings, which have several Cadillac Escalades for sale.
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