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CAR: Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is "one of the worst cars we've ever tested"
11-02-10, 10:19 AM
#17
Out of Warranty
What the Escalade has done is develop the Suburban (or Tahoe, depending on model) into a luxury car. Now the Suburban is a Chevy Silvarado pickup with two extra rows of seats and a roof - so don't expect a great deal of luxury here. About all the Cadillac folks have been able to do is to stuff some additional sound-deadening materials into the bulkheads and soften the suspension in favor of ride vs. carrying capacity. A slathering of fake wood/metal trim, and the vehicle gets Cadillac emblems fore and aft to make it ready for the showroom. Rap stars are getting their bling at a high premium. A pickup with emblems. Sorta fits.
11-02-10, 11:13 AM
#19
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As a general rule, I really don't like American cars. and I don't like Cadillacs.
However, considering the source of this article (carmagazine.co.UK), the review makes complete sense.
The British HATE American cars. All of them. With an unbridled, fiery passion.
Of course, they had to stick a line in there that the Land Rover (British-made SUV) is just peachy.
However, considering the source of this article (carmagazine.co.UK), the review makes complete sense.
The British HATE American cars. All of them. With an unbridled, fiery passion.
Of course, they had to stick a line in there that the Land Rover (British-made SUV) is just peachy.
11-02-10, 12:54 PM
#20
From experience entertainers are not the only ones who drive these vehicles. Being from DC i get see a lot of well-to-do folks come and go thru out the city. Let me tell you that they are not all cruising in S classes or 7 series or even Range Rovers for that matter. There are tons of Escalades in the surrounding suburban areas. A lot of folks from middle-class to the upper eschelones of society that perfer this vehicle. Yes it has its down sides like every vehicle in creation does and wont appeal to every person but it has/had enough appeal to draw the attention of rappers and upper-class folks alike. Only reason it doesn't sell well now is because of the "green" thing thats seems to be the new "bling" factor nowadays. What underpins this vehicle is a platform that helps and continue to shape this country in ways we overlook. From industrial applications to protecting the President to helping everday folks carry loads and loved ones around so in what other way to honor that service than to dress it up in some shiny garments for once and prance around town to say look at me. Hell we do it to ourselves all the time. Yes this truck is in excess for the most part and im sure Caddy knows this but to say its the worst vehicle ever is a long stretch because it doesn't fit into some other cultures and societies? Give me a break!!!!
11-02-10, 01:51 PM
#21
Lexus Test Driver
I'd ride it, but it must be a black color one.
Maybe The Escalade is not meant for Dutch or any place other than the north America. That is what I think if I am running GM.
Maybe The Escalade is not meant for Dutch or any place other than the north America. That is what I think if I am running GM.
11-02-10, 10:13 PM
#22
.....oh well, i gladly drive ESV
11-02-10, 11:23 PM
#23
Lexus Champion
As a general rule, I really don't like American cars. and I don't like Cadillacs.
However, considering the source of this article (carmagazine.co.UK), the review makes complete sense.
The British HATE American cars. All of them. With an unbridled, fiery passion.
Of course, they had to stick a line in there that the Land Rover (British-made SUV) is just peachy.
However, considering the source of this article (carmagazine.co.UK), the review makes complete sense.
The British HATE American cars. All of them. With an unbridled, fiery passion.
Of course, they had to stick a line in there that the Land Rover (British-made SUV) is just peachy.
I'd agree the plastic is cheap looking and feeling, but overall the Escalade is quite impressive.
11-02-10, 11:55 PM
#24
Lexus Test Driver
As much as I dislike this beast, the dash is pretty nice. In fact, it looks very much like the 2002-2006 ES dash.
11-03-10, 09:12 AM
#25
Lexus Fanatic
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11-03-10, 09:18 AM
#26
Lexus Fanatic
This magazine may not like the new Escalade interior, but they fail to point out, on the latest model, the enormous improvements made in the interior trim quality from the 1Gen model, which, I agree, was a POS.
11-03-10, 09:43 AM
#27
Lexus Fanatic
Maybe I should expect to see one.
11-03-10, 11:34 AM
#28
Lexus Champion
Hmm, I'm an early adopter and have had my Escalade since late 2006. It's been a great vehicle, no major issues. Gas mileage is decent on the highway...in the city, ouch.
FWIW, I'm not a rapper
FWIW, I'm not a rapper
11-03-10, 01:40 PM
#30
The escalade in america is the perfect vehicle, mainly because we can handle vehicles of this size. To be honet, i have never liked Escalades, but i have driven one and riden in some numerous times and i really don't have any animosity towards this vehicle. That doesnt mean i would buy one, but i would take one for free
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