2015 Cadillac Escalade World Premiere with Cadillac Chief Engineer David Leone

David Leone, Chief Engineer of Cadillac goes over everything you ever wanted to know about the all-new 2015 Cadillac Escalade while former Cadillac Escalade owner and AMMO NYC founder, Larry Kosilla joins MotoMan for the finer details of the new Cadillac SUV . . .
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[@AMMO-NYC]

Hey bud...its me. Thanks for watching and the kind note. It depends if the tint is streaky inside the tint (or behind the tint) or its simple streaky from lack of proper clean techniques. Hard to say from a description. Clean tinted window with ammonia-free glass cleaner. Try invisible glass or plexus and use a short hair microfiber towel. Then wipe again with a dry microfiber towel to ensure no streaks. Thx for watching!

[@MotoManTV]

Thanks Larry - from hanging out with David Leone and the new car to the event itself, a great day!

[@MotoManTV]

THANKS - Have a great time talking with Larry about the industry and car history - will be back with some great stuff on Nissan and Corvette . . . Stay tuned.

[@slabsides1]

I think people are going to either love or hate this new Escalade. I love it! For me this makes it a lot more difficult to just automatically say I'd take a Range Rover over an Escalade.

[@AMMO-NYC]

Sweeet video! Great editing Motoman!

[@MotoManTV]

You will be VERY happy to know that I shared EVERY one of those points with Dave Leone when we were talking that day.

[@nastraightsix]

Wow, great video! I really appreciate Cadillac's new design direction. I'm here because of your appearances on the "Drive & Protect" podcast by Larry Kosilla. Great content on your channel & would love to hear you again on Larry's podcast dropping your unrivalled industry knowledge.

[@MotoManTV]

Congrats on the XTS . . . Mean Gene and I both really liked that car.

[@MotoManTV]

VERY funny you mention this! Larry and I left the event space (we shot this before the reveal) went to his office and recorded his podcast. In that podcast I mention the very same thing. I would MUCH prefer the shifter being on the console rather than the column. Call me weird, but it reminds me of my mother's 1974 Buick . . .

[@AMMO-NYC]

Thank you!

[@33polite]

very impressed with the marketing and the presentation of the 15 escalade. nicely done!

[@Ripside2]

Definitely need to do Q and A with some of these guys. Ask more probing questions and see where they are going with the concepts.

[@richzilla08]

We love our big,bulky SUVs!!!!!!

[@hdidane00]

and they also love your dep pockets for gas fill ups.

[@celtpilot]

Love the grille and front end on this beast

[@salierivecenti8585]

How long this 2015 version is going to be available on the market?

[@noobydiablo]

they need to give one a hopped up lt1, sport suspension and a v badge

[@MotoManTV]

Actually it works quite well in a number of larger cars. I took a Challenger with a 5.7 HEMI V8 on a LONG road trip did almost 30 MPG . . . remember that car has almost 370 HP and weighs 4,500 pounds . . .

[@ikutoisahobo]

Great vid. Larry made it even better.

[@IceDree]

I love the new Escalade , especially the "Glavano Finish", but there's few things here & there , mainly : - The Lack of Panoramic Roof . - The stupid Plastic Column Shifter . - The Rear Bumper & the Lack of the Dual Exhausts (Last Platinum had them) . Overall , I like it a lot . As always , Great Video M .

[@surfjacobson1]

The new Cadillacs coming out are without a doubt amazing with the styling. However, they will always have a large portion of their sales hurt as long as they keep installing OnStar systems. Nobody wants OnStar systems on their car. It is "their car" and they don't want someone behind a computer taking control over their property. Security... there is something that has been around for a long time that works called LoJack. The individual can track their car and have it secured if anyone takes it. OnStar is an invasion of privacy and not a security feature.

[@johnjulien6781]

I can't wait to see it in person

[@MotoManTV]

If you look at overall BRAND sales, Cadillac WAY outsells Land Rover. Cadillac September 2013 sales: 13,828; 2013 YTD Cadillac Sales: 157,503. Land Rover September 2013 sales: 3,387; 2013 YTD Land Rover Sales: 35.359. Now granted, this is for both brands as a whole and not the individual model. But if I were beting man, I would say the Escalade because it comes in at a lower price point and has the GM marketing machine behind it.

[@NeliusSan]

beautiful

[@hamed943]

Hi MotoMan. Thanks for review. I would say that they almost changed every thing BUT what is it with the gear stick location......why not changed!!!!!!... Is it really saving a space in center console. Thanks

[@astark7439]

I loved the HUD I had in my 93(yes 93) Bonneville years back....

[@code3ron]

I think 2015 may be the last year for the big luxury vehicle. This Escalade is a handsome ride with awesome technology. BTW... I love OnStar and have the personal experience with it to say so. Whether it was getting an ambulance to me when I didn't know my exact location or doing the same for accidents I reported. Its a reason to go GM! Back to the vehicle; I have a 2009 Escalade now, and this wiill probably be the replacement. What a beauty. It's amazing to me that they can get this mileage and performance from such a large vehicle. OK, so it isn't a commuter vehicle but what a. way to head up to snow country!

[@treyday1982]

the escalade is the best truck/vehicle ever..this is LUXURY!

[@MotoManTV]

In life . . . it's all details . . .

[@BKBeatz]

Looks Like A Larger Version Of My GMC Terrain With A Cadillac Grill. I Like It

[@Mpow1571]

Great video!

[@Bellinghamster]

There's plenty to like about the New 2015 Escalade like the new front end, interior, and all but why do the sides of it have to be just huge rectangular slabs?

[@camaroman101]

i like the vertical taillights, even more so on the cts wagon

[@chigasaki06]

Even though those are 22's, the wheels look small b/c of the huge gaps. Maybe the suspension should be lowered a little to make it fill out just a bit more.

[@ivemer9541]

22's fits best on this suv... besides the gap you speak of comes in handy when driving over big humps and potholes.. unless you like to run you rims against the fenders and already damage a 90k suv =\

[@chigasaki06]

I've finally been able to see it in person, and the gap doesn't look as dramatic as I initially thought.

[@josepharcher9620]

Awesome Ride! But we still like the "bling bling" ;-j

[@ChristopherStacherski]

Nice shoes.

[@wrxsavvy]

Thumbs up for Larry

[@Throughthelurkingglass]

Them escaldes are built in ft.worth, tx my buddy works at the factory there

[@mrthanh2012]

does it have 7 or 8 seats? I see only 7 seats.

[@DeftonesFan867]

GM is still working on their own 8 speed automatic for the trucks. When they come out except the column shifter to be replaced by a dial.

[@treyday1982]

TREYDAY1982 SAYS awesome vid..we love your reviews!

[@Sergio-rv5ei]

When that escalade comes out for sale I'm going directly to the dealer to get

[@ThatAboutDoesIt]

Im rolling a 1999 Cif not more Cadillac SeVille STS.. and it is as relevant if not more then some of the BMW's or Mercedes ive driven.. Long live the NorthStar!

[@cadillaciswrong2161]

Make sure to sell your Cadillac before the warranty expires or prepare to take it up the a$$! Bought my '08 EXT from a private owner intentionally with the factory warranty still in place. Went to the local dealership here in Phoenix (Sounds much like Mund), and was promised that everything looks good prior to the "time" portion of the manufacturers warranty expiring. Approximately 5,000 miles later I just took it in to the new dealership ran by the same technicians and service advisors and received a repair estimate of almost $6,000 for miscellaneous drive train issues. GM won't budge with the exception of one item, and a generous offer of 10% off. Maybe the gist of the story is don't buy a Cadillac if you can't afford $5k - $10k repairs?? 

[@orlandoharris2091]

Really nice

[@orlandoharris2091]

Cadillac did well

[@damieg82]

the only thing I don't like so far is the lower valance of the front bumper. I know the extra "depth" is for aerodynamics and fuel efficiency, but this is the largest I've seen from GM thus far, and I think it elongates the front fascia's height too much. Perhaps an active valance, like on the new Porsche 911, would be better

[@DnClanFree]

The guy wearing sneaker? seriously?

[@ivemer9541]

lol cmon dude converses with a suit? where's the class people ? ...

[@MotoManTV]

Touche . . . :)

[@jaredneaman5820]

It looks great an all but the bigger question is.......will it hold it's value better than previous Escalades?

[@locluke979]

Just saw this beaut last night at the Edmonton motor show

[@heartbeatla]

LOL I want that keychain too.

[@axtra92]

is it a carpet in the wheel housing?!

[@MotoManTV]

No. It is a material that looks to be a combo of lightweight and sound deadening. Going to be driving the truck in two weeks - will ask Dave then.

[@daltonhill5110]

Holy Shit! Those tail lights are huge!

[@CChebby]

Cadillac should learn to make tail lights not like Lincolns in the Escalade.

[@victoribitoye5990]

What is the off road capability in comparison to the new range rover

[@kirbyswarp]

So did late 80's Pontiacs. What's your point?

[@DemonsSoulsSuperPro]

Damn those taillights are HUGE

[@faithpickens5436]

That is a nice and pretty car

[@85MrMilano]

It's no problem, if they leave the shifter on the column... but why is it so huge?? They should use something similar like the BMW use to do in the 7 series...

[@Sergio-rv5ei]

That's escalade looks hot

[@Hart_Daniel]

I like it, and that is hard for me to say the way that General Motors has been in the recent past. There is one brand of car I could mistake it for at night, and that is a Volvo. The taillights make it look like a big ass Volvo. I could get used to it. I also like that the engine will switch between 4 and 8 cylinders. I hope that it can at least achieve 24 highway -- that would be a feat.

[@markdillon2043]

The cadillac escalade, gmc yukon, and chevy tahoe are all made in arlington texas.

[@tremulant2388]

Having driven a 2010 GMC Denali extensively, I can confidently say I would not prefer to have a shifter on the console. It's a completely subjective thing, but the shift lever on the steering rack has a more tough, mechanical feel, as opposed to the plastic-y feeling you get from shifting a console shifter into gear. There's something about console shifters in big SUV's that never felt right to me.

[@clobbyhops]

Its the " ASK AMERICA GAME SHOW host!!

[@IceDree]

Did I ever mention that, You Are My God Damn Hero ? Because you are ! Yea, I know its small stuff , but they make a big difference. I would've loved a Console Shifter, but I'm cool with the Column Shifter ... except they lifted that straight outta 1990 Chevy Suburban ! Not Cool. Is it safe to awesome it have the same Sorry ass beige 7" Panasonic screen & A\C vents in the headliner like the previous Gens which they used as excuse to NOT have a Panoramic roof ? Thanks M .

[@alvaaddict]

That minivan gear selector needs to go!

[@ryanwingate2204]

I don't know why people hate the new Escalade so much. I like the new look, or rather I don't mind it.

[@hulegen]

more Larry!!!!!! plz!!!

[@chltmdwp]

So why isn't this channel growing?

[@Hart_Daniel]

I also agree that it is much more refined-looking. The first generation was VERY bulbous and was an honest to god gas-guzzler. It probably weighed around 6000lbs. It looks like it has lost tons of weight, and the materials and features seem more upscale then ever before. It looks as though you may actually get what you pay for from a General Motors vehicle with this new Cadillac.

[@TUFsStretch]

General Motors at its Finest

[@Isawchannel]

Who said refined edges were nicer. I know this is an amazing car but in terms of the shape I think a more sharp look is way much better

[@DEEPCYCLEGARAGE]

Caddy should do a full size van.

[@AMDX1325]

Imo, a Top Trim Tahoe will be good enough...

[@Price1906]

420HP, 4 Cylinder Mode, Heads Up Display, & Standard 20-inch Rims!!! If the mpg numbers are 20-city and 25-hwy and the price is under $60,000, I may be willing to give up the idea of an Audi S7/Panamera 4S and invest in an Escalade.

[@treyday1982]

wow..great review do a review with cereal marshmallows

[@captalvinscott]

my new SUV

[@njv1234]

DAYUM, but need bigga rims yo

[@artyom63]

or you should say NIGGA rims :)

[@njv1234]

haha i don't remember posting this shit

[@dpisanick55]

The host looks like a clown with those shoes. If you're going to wear a suit, get rid of the sneakers.

[@FinestInstinct]

Absolutely stunning vehicle no doubt. But they destroyed the rear. Those rear lights are hideous imo.

[@cjm04]

I love the technology integration, however, I feel like they made it look too much like the Acadia.

[@Ironcoremagma]

This guys's shoes. LOL

[@3385711]

i dont know whether to get this or the 2013 Mercedes S Class

[@JOSEPHMUENCH]

Larry!

[@nicholaspalmieri6282]

looks like a loaf of whole wheat bread on wheels.

[@ماهمنيهرجالشوانيساسيقويواعرفمك]

nice

[@hasnachos]

active fuel management seems like such a gimmick. yes turning off cylinders will decrease the rate at which fuel is consumed but the weight of the vehicle is a constant and the amount of effort required to make it move is variable depending on road conditions and grade percentage, so less horsepower less torque more cylinder wear and resistance from the decommissioned cylinders that are still attached to the crank, doesn't seem like it will save any gas.

[@Price1906]

I missed the long tail lights... Wow, I can imagine the bulb going out in 5-years and $300 to replace.....

[@lacesout911]

Nice vid, good stuff. But dude, for the love of god please get a new suit. The thing fits like a snuggie

[@A_guan]

I'd actually drive this caddy since I drive a mercedes GL

[@AdamAus85]

Hmmm, good looking SUV, but damn the old one has some imposing tail lights.

[@بندرعجيمان]

الله يرزقنا ويرزق منا

[@Funnyeric611]

Go to 1:55 that guy is wearing converses lol

[@ibrahimalhashim6910]

Me too

[@IceDree]

Yep Yep

[@djpatts]

About time they got rid of column shifts, really GM get with the times. The other thing, the exteriors of the 2015 Escalade, Yukon and Tahoe are all the same. Only diff is the lights. Really, lazy way to come up with new models and it will cost them big eventually.

[@noobydiablo]

LOL i love how they took away chrome because it was expensive, gave it a shitty plastic metallic coating and called it "galvano"

[@weirdshibainu]

Americans traded big cars for big SUVs.....

[@mafia_palashjain]

Can never beat the range rover

[@DragonTheSlayer]

hahaha more fuel efficient, yeah right...... like from 9mpg to 9.5? no thanks