2020 Cadillac Escalade EXT Redesign, Release Date, and Price. With the growing number of the pickup models appearing on the market, the rumors are also circulating about the reintroduction many models which seem appeared in the wrong time. The Ford Ranger returned on the US soil after seven years of absence and several models faced also with the discontinuation in these critical years for many truck models.
The model wasn’t successful at the time but the time is now never better for the trucks and SUVs and rumors claim that Cadillac is considering the second chance for the EXT model. Cadillac has been focused on the SUV models in recent years and the brand will follow the new XT4 model with the new three-row XT6 SUV.
The prototype of the new-generation Escalade SUV hasn’t been spotted on the roads yet and the rumors claim that 2020 Cadillac Escalade EXT will again be based on the large, upscale SUV.
What we know so far about the redesigned SUV, it should borrow the styling cues from the Escala Concept which promises more elegant style while the boxy body should continue. The EXT truck version if it appears should also do very similar as the new SUV version with added cargo bed and few unique details.
The model would have the new thin headlights combined with the LED DRLs and new fog lights compared to the current version of the Escalade SUV. The grille version should be bigger than on the current generation Escalade with the design similar to the unit on the CT6.
The subtle beltline should appear on the profile while the rear should get the new design taillights different from the vertical units on the available SUV model.
2020 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT POWERTRAINS
The latest reports about the redesigned Escalade SUV suggest that model will appear with three powering options. The 6.2-liter V-8 from the current Escalade should return but with major upgrades and improved efficiency. In the current form, this engine provides 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque.
Another option suggested for new-gen Escalade is a 4.2-liter bi-turbo V-8 engine from the CT6 V-Sport. The similar technology from the plug-in CT6 should be in the application in the new SUV model.
The 2020 Cadillac Escalade EXT if reaches the production will likely employ the mentioned 6.2 L V-8 and twin-turbo engine while the plug-in hybrid version wouldn’t likely be in the offer.
The new-generation Escalade should also come with the upgraded chassis and suspensions but with the reduced weight. All should provide more composed ride and better efficiency and the rumored EXT version would also benefit from these.
The Escalade EXT was powered by the 6.2-liter V-8 engine before the discontinuation. The engine made 403 hp and 417 pound-feet of torque and in the combination with the six-speed automatic transmission.
2020 Cadillac Escalade EXT Redesign, Release Date, and Price
INTERIOR, EQUIPMENT
As for the interior, the truck should also adopt the same design theme as the new version of the SUV model. The model should come with the significant changes inside. The quality of materials and finish should go up and the redesigned dash should also be the part of the upgrade.
The model will also get the new infotainment system with a much larger screen and more digital controls. The active safety systems will also be on the equipment list if the model appears.
2020 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT RELEASE DATE, PRICE
The new-gen Escalade SUV should go on sale in early 2020 and with the price in high-70,000. Cadillac hasn’t said a word about the possible arrival of the 2020 Cadillac Escalade EXT and the model lives in the rumors for now.
