2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV Trim Level Comparison

The Cadillac lineup of SUVs represents the pinnacle of luxury automaking, and the Escalade ESV is undeniably the most luxurious of the bunch. Not only does it offer the most interior space, but it also comes standard with an impressive amount of power, plus a laundry list of tech and comfort features to enjoy. 

Now that the 2026 model has arrived at our Cadillac dealership in Columbia, SC, we figured now would be the perfect time to run through all of its key updates and features by trim level. Let’s dive in. 

2026 Escalade ESV Trims

Like the standard Escalade, the Escalade ESV is available in five different trim levels, all of which are well-equipped. Here’s a list of their standard features and starting prices. 

Escalade ESV Base 

Starting price: $96,695 

Engine: 6.2-liter V8 

Drivetrain: RWD or 4WD 

Key features: 

• 22-inch 14-Spoke alloy wheels with Bright Silver finish 
• 12-way power driver and front-passenger heated seats with driver and front-passenger power lumbar control 
• 55-inch Curved Pillar-to-Pillar display with front-passenger infotainment 
• Google built-in compatibility 
• AKG 21-speaker Studio Audio System 
• Wireless phone charging 
• 5G in-vehicle Wi-Fi 
• Super Cruise hands-free driving 

Escalade ESV Luxury 

Starting price: $107,695 

Engine: 6.2-liter V8 

Drivetrain: RWD or 4WD 

Key features: 

• All Escalade ESV Base features 
• 22-inch 9-Spoke alloy wheels with a Polished finish 
• Panoramic sliding glass roof with power shade 
• Front and second row leather seating surfaces with precision perforated inserts or faceted quilting 
• Heated and ventilated front seats 

Escalade ESV Sport 

Starting price: $108,295 

Engine: 6.2-liter V8 

Drivetrain: RWD or 4WD 

Key features: 

• All Escalade ESV Base features 
• 22-inch 9-Spoke alloy wheels with Polished finish with Dark Android and Low-Gloss Finish 
• Sport grille and Glass Black exterior accents 
• Panoramic sliding glass roof with power shade 
• Front and second row leather seating surfaces with precision perforated inserts or faceted quilting 
• Heated and ventilated front seats 

Escalade ESV Platinum Luxury 

Starting price: $125,495 

Engine: 6.2-liter V8 

Drivetrain: RWD or 4WD 

Key features: 

• All Escalade ESV Luxury features 
• 22-inch Split 7-Spoke Polished alloy wheels with High Gloss Black paint and laser etching 
• Air Ride Suspension 
• Illuminated grille 
• Full Semi-Aniline leather front seats with perforated inserts or Mondrian quilting 
• Rear Seat Entertainment system with dual independent 12.6-inch diagonal infotainment displays 
• 38-speaker AKG Studio Reference Surround Audio System with Dolby Atmos® 
• Night Vision 

Escalade ESV Platinum Sport 

Starting price: $125,995 

Engine: 6.2-liter V8 

Drivetrain: RWD or 4WD 

Key features: 

• All Escalade ESV Sport features 
• 22-inch 18-Spoke alloy wheels with After Midnight premium paint and laser etching 
• Air Ride Suspension 
• Touring Package 
• Full Semi-Aniline leather front seats with perforated inserts or Mondrian quilting 
• Rear Seat Entertainment system with dual independent 12.6-inch diagonal infotainment displays 
• 38-speaker AKG Studio Reference Surround Audio System with Dolby Atmos® 
• Night Vision 

2026 Escalade ESV Specs and Features 

Now that we’re all clear on the features you can expect based on trim level, let’s check out some standard features you can expect to find across all trim levels. 

Escalade ESV Performance 

Much like the standard Escalade, the Escalade ESV is powered by a 6.2-liter V8 engine that cranks out a prodigious 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque with premium gasoline. It’s linked to a buttery-smooth 10-speed automatic transmission, and it can be optioned with a choice of either rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive with an electronic limited-slip differential for greater stability in rough road conditions. 

The Escalade ESV is rated to tow up to 8,000 pounds when properly equipped. While this is slightly less than the standard Escalade’s 8,100-pound max capacity, many shoppers will find it a well-worthy sacrifice to enjoy the ESV’s cavernous interior (more on that in a moment). 

Of course, shoppers who want an extra kick of power can opt for the V-Series Escalade ESV, which comes with a supercharged engine that creates an insane 682 horsepower and 653 pound-feet of torque. 

Escalade ESV Dimensions 

The main selling point of the Escalade ESV is that it takes the already quite spacious interior of the Escalade and adds significantly more cargo space. How much more? Let’s check out their dimensions side by side: 

With over 20 more cubic feet of max storage capacity and a significantly larger third row, the ESV is an excellent option for families who need a little extra space for family road trips. 

Escalade ESV Safety Features 

Aside from standard Super Cruise hands-free driving compatibility, the Escalade and Escalade ESV come with an extensive list of other driver assistance tech. Standard features include: 

• Forward Collision Alert 
• Rear Pedestrian Alert 
• Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking 
• Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking 
• Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking 
• Rear Cross Traffic Braking 
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning 
• Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert 
• Blind Zone Steering Assist 
• Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist 
• HD Surround Vision 
• IntelliBeam Auto High-Beam Assist 
• HD Rear Vision Camera 
• Teen Driver 
• Buckle to Drive 

Shop Cadillac Escalade ESV Models near Blythewood, SC 

Still not sure whether the Escalade or Escalade ESV is the right Cadillac for you? Visit Jim Hudson Cadillac, located at 4035 Kaiser Hill Road in Columbia, SC, and our team will be happy to set you up with a test drive so you can experience the difference for yourself. While you’re at it, don’t forget to ask our sales professionals about our low APR auto financing and Cadillac lease deals. 

Contact us online or call us at (803) 757-4503 to get started today.