Amongst American SUVs, the Cadillac Escalade has been a benchmark of luxury and style and with each generation, Cadillac has made it even better. Even the earliest models hold a certain timeless appeal. If you're considering buying a more recent release, the Escalade V is one of the most exciting trim levels with everything that the Escalade name has stood for over the years, plus a dose of Cadillac's performance division goodies. And if you want even more, you can always call up Hennessey, and they'll give you back your escalade V with more than it left the factory with. Or even better, you could buy one from them and take advantage of the 3-year/36,000-mile warranty. But before we get to how much buying one will set you back, let's see how much power the Hennessey Cadillac Escalade V has and how fast it is.
Any Cadillac with a V in the name doesn't have to explain itself much on how fast it is. Stock , the Cadillac Escalade V's 6.2 liter supercharged V8 makes 682 horsepower and 653 lb.ft, enough for a 0-60 mph time of 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 125 mph which seems feigned, but it isn't considering the car's size and weight. Hennessey takes the same engine and gives it their H1000 upgrade, which includes a new high-flow supercharger and supporting mods, resulting in 1005 horsepower and 882 lb.ft. That's enough for a 0-60 mph time of roughly 3.6 seconds, nearly a whole second quicker than the standard Escalade V. We doubt the top speed changes, and if it does, it shouldn't by much. But it could have been way higher had Hennessey played around with the car's chassis, making it lighter than 6,200 pounds.
Hennessey's upgrade kits don't usually have in-cabin enhancements, so their Escalade V remains significantly similar to the standard Escalade. But the few tweaks, such as Hennessey-branded headrests, custom mats, and minor details, add a touch of exclusivity without disrupting its luxurious ambiance. It's a flagship SUV, so expect nothing less than perfection from it. The cabin's materials span various textures from the expected leather and wood to piano black accents complemented by incredibly soft semi-aniline hides. Practicality is great as well, with each row, including the third, having excellent headroom and legroom. Fold the third row down, and you'll have a landmass of a trunk that is enough for the usual luggage and more if you fold the second row. The tech and amenities are even better, but let's talk about the exterior first.
Like the standard Escalade V, the Hennessey Cadillac Escalade V maintains a low-profile exterior despite its performance capabilities. While its unique bumpers, wheels, and badges set it apart, it doesn't stray far from the design of the lower trim levels. This makes it a sleeper SUV, easily blending in as just another Escalade to the untrained eye. Hennessey's contributions are subtle, adding badges to the cabin and exterior, including 'supercharged' and 'H1000' emblems on the doors, front fenders, and rear.
The Hennessey Cadillac Escalade V retains the standard Escalade V's tech suite that is impressive as it's performance and luxury. If you get a 2025 model, the first thing you'll notice inside the cabin is the massive 55-inch display upfront, spanning from the driver's side to the passenger side, serving as an infotainment display and instrument cluster. There's another display slightly further down for the essential in-cabin controls. Previous model years get an extensively equipped 38-inch display split into an instrument cluster and infotainment as well. Second-row passengers get two 12.6-inch displays if the car was optioned with the rear seat entertainment package. Some of the safety and driver assist features to expect include automated emergency braking, ABS, launch control, traction control, electronic stability control, lane departure warning with lane keeping assist and more.
Hennessey's H1000 package has been priced around $55,000 for other models like the CT5-V Blackwing, so if you're considering a Hennessey Escalade V, you can expect to pay a similar amount on top of the car's MSRP. If you're sold on buying one, check out our Cadillac listings, which have several Escalade Vs for sale.
The Hennessey H1000 Cadillac Escalade V is a marvel of excess in the best way possible. It transforms the already impressive Escalade V into an astonishing powerhouse, pairing 1,005 horsepower with uncompromising luxury. Exotic Car Trader creates an exclusive and safe way of buying and selling cars, eliminating the daunting experiences of private selling for buyers and sellers. Every vehicle listed on Exotic Car Trader goes through a private seller verification process, ensuring legitimacy for our buyers. Also, Exotic Car Trader's car buying process is well outlined, with all fees and packages providing our buyers with a seamless and inclusive experience. We can handle the escrow of funds at no additional cost to the buyer and seller, and we also provide trade-in and financing options for buyers. For transaction safety, our Transactions Team is world-class and equipped with industry fraud detection tools to ensure a safe and secure transaction. These are just some of the benefits you enjoy when buying or selling on Exotic Car Trader. Contact us for listing services or to buy a car on Exotic Car Trader today.
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