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2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Review

The 2010 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid combined luxurious and chic design with a superior 2-Mode power train for significant fuel savings, and early predictions have the 2011 exceeding the high standards its predecessor set.

The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid did the impossible: it not only made owning a Cadillac seem hip, but also environmentally friendly. While the fuel economy is an important feature of this hybrid, it is foremost a luxury vehicle. The head turning vehicle is impeccably appointed, as well as an extremely smooth ride. For the discerning buyer who wants to take extravagance to the next level, there is the Platinum Edition Escalade Hybrid, which comes standard with power running boards, LED headlights, and an epic backseat entertainment system that includes two monitors.

Features of the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid That Will Most Likely Be Retained:

• The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is available as a 4 x 2 or 4 x 4, and it is equipped with a two mode hybrid system that can to save energy through the use of an electronically commanded continuously variable transmission (CVT).
• The Escalade Hybrid has a 300-volt storage system as well as a 332-hp 6.0L Vortec V8 engine.
• The 2010 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid has a gauge cluster that is equipped with a special tachometer as well as an economy gauge than can tell drivers via a digital display whether the driver is driving for maximum fuel efficiency.
• The V8 engine uses Active Fuel Management.
• This hybrid uses a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery that comes with an 8 year or 100,000 mile warranty.
• The SUV seats seven comfortable with plenty of extra room for cargo.
• Cadillac Escalade Hybrids come standard with: 22 inch chrome wheels, power liftgate, Magnetic Ride Control, keyless entry and remote start, a very basic Bluetooth compatibility, a rear-view camera, real time traffic reporting, and other luxury features.