Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ the KING of full size luxury SUVs?

FIRST LOOK: the ALL NEW Escalade IQ is here and Cadillac is raising the full size luxury SUV bar. On the outside you will discover 24in wheels, unique LED lighting and all new shape. On the inside you will discover 55 inches of screen for driver and passenger, and super cruise. Powering the Escalade IQ are (2) motors producing more than 700HP. Is the 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ the KING of full size luxury SUVs?
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[@RaitisRides]

Hello everyone! Thank you for letting me share with you all the details on this new Escalade IQ! Please make sure you share your honest opinion about what you think about this new Cadillac in the comments section!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

It looks cool!

[@CristianHernandez-xh7bz]

I don’t know about the interior, I think it needs more screens.

[@chrisgelo1425]

Hey Joe. I think they really brought the Escalade into the future. I just wish it wasn't electric though. If they can bring this style and tech to the Escalade V, it would be a dream come true 👍🏻

[@drdetroitwheels]

Hey Joe great video free speak to Steven about the vehicle that I told him about the 69 charger Hellcat these are real hellcats at the bodies are removed and turn into carbon fiber any color you want and many have been built not a one-off car and right now they're doing they're doing a 1969 Daytona Coupe with the wing and everything out of carbon fiber it's red and it looks like the winning car for the 1970 season driving by Bobby Isaac

[@acamilop]

I want one. Seriously, a forgotten segment for those of us with kids. I'm in.

[@mattmekhaeil]

Cadillac killed it with the styling I dig it. It’s a bit gloss black heavy but still really nice. What’s not nice is that price tag

[@markcoopers1930]

Till the price tags of the regular and V versions of the same size Escalade are right next to it.

[@Zephyrion__]

The Escalade V cost 20,000 more

[@lspence6810]

GM thinks they are Mercedes, lol. Shit is ridiculous.

[@RoddNTune619]

🤦🏾‍♂️ no vehicle should cost that much I guess that cadi is only for the rich 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@jordanplays-transitandgame1690]

@@RoddNTune619 Thats literally the point of Cadillac lmao

[@JudahTheantidote]

This is a complete masterpiece!! I’m not into the whole EV wave but this absolutely sold me. Great job Joe!!

[@user-wp3wj5el3r]

I get exactly what you mean this is the best Escalade

[@WaveManMike]

Am I the only one who thinks this thing is absolutely gorgeous???

[@emmanuellemi3432]

BEV and 3 rows are things in the very distant future for me but this has totally changed my perspective. The space is almost in mini van territory. Lightning charging speeds. 450 mile range. This Cadillac is irresistible. Great job Joe and Lori!

[@AlejandroPerez-ef5ez]

I would love something like this but close to $80k. Tahoe/Traverse EV? Maybe 350 miles of range.

[@RedLeo-pf9yo]

Who’s Joe and Lori ?

[@shaks2085]

450 if you dont use the AC or heating. Otherwise, you'll be sweating even with the AC on looking at your range drop drastically 😂

[@deverick4247]

Happy to see the Escalade nameplate wasn’t replaced to say the least

[@RaitisRides]

This is good news

[@bryanwashington9511]

I love this Escalade IQ with the Sport package, the overall design is polarizing inside and out Joe you are the man and Lori thank you for your awesome camera work!

[@jamesm1704]

Thank you Joe ! Cadillac knocked this one out of the park ! The Escalade IQ looks gorgeous, looking forward to getting one. I like the dark colored wheels on the Sports trim, I would definitely go for this ! As usual, thank you for the details in your reviews !

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome James!

[@CarieSaad]

Prices start at $130k

[@NClubFL]

Looks wild and very futuristic..I like it

[@internetuser736]

Clean all around 👌

[@omarcortes5754]

I wasn’t expecting a mid size Escalade. The design looks fantastic, very powerful too.

[@markcoopers1930]

It's massive.... As long as the current extended length version

[@rtcturnemup7028]

This is only the standard length Escalade. I honestly think the 3rd row might be the tightest space of this vehicle. Everything else is bigger than the ice model

[@omarcortes5754]

@@rtcturnemup7028 It looks a bit shorter than the standard length but that's probably my perspective.

[@rtcturnemup7028]

@@omarcortes5754 standard Escalade esv is 226.9 and this iq sits at 224.3 in long. Idk if it’s the curves or the gloss black but I can see it also

[@princeboateng4395]

The front view is nice but the rear, is a little off. That rear light bar didn’t need a distraction.

[@shobi6359]

Can't believe everyone is stunned with the beauty of this SUV but no one is talking about the insane $150 K price tag !!

[@Reko_89]

Absolutely insane!!!

[@patrickirby3059]

this is why everyone is going electric, because they can charge 2x for everything and in 5-6 years people will have no choice but to pay up

[@jayoh4542]

130K

[@Cgee3]

As others have said in the comments, Cadillac really knocked this out of the park. I’m hoping that some of this design language makes it to future ICE Escalades.

[@mbukukanyau]

Indeed, That executive rear sitting finally puts it on par with the Range Rover, with what seems to be better execution and interior space. JLR just can not compete on technology , therefore, it's a win for Cadillac

[@protovack]

future ICE escalades? i highly doubt there will be "future" ICE escalades.

[@mbukukanyau]

@tizkbir8347 You clearly have no idea what you speak off. Cadillac doesn't copy anyone. Go back and look at Cadillac concepts and coupes from 1900s. This is consistent with Cadillacs heritage.

[@zeroturn7091]

Disagree, but hopefully they introduce another vehicle with truck roots.

[@protovack]

@@zeroturn7091 the electric tahoe might be more to your liking when it comes out

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

I love american marketing, but I want more. Come on GM, give me the 2035 Escalade! Why wait?! Nothing but love for your channel, Joe! Always on top of your game.

[@robbrookby3350]

They finally build exactly what I want. Will wait to 2024, but this IQ is a home run. Canceling my Rivian order.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is huge!

[@uperez71]

Drop dead Gorgeous!! I pray that nothing is changed when full production starts. Great job Cadillac!

[@velboone6041]

Its really beautiful...Well done Cadillac..

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like this one.

[@internetuser736]

Looking clean with the lights and colors

[@joelkelsey7788]

This is everything I would expect and more from an Escalade, it looks great!

[@inchlorIentztJiIu]

Omg this is insane. It looks so futuristic and beautiful but I still prefer the current Sport Platinum look🤷‍♂️

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are liking this one.

[@kirkshrum6222]

Joe it’s better looking than the Lyriq, that is hideous. Not sure who’s in the market for a $130+ SUV, not the majority of people. Thx for sharing, great review! Cheers Kirk

[@LuisUrbieta]

The ALL NEW, 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ, the Apostle to the Luxury Electric SUV's I love It ❤❤❤❤❤

[@HARRYP0TTXR]

Those two guys standing off to the side creep af, great content 🔥

[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it!

[@HARRYP0TTXR]

@@RaitisRides 😆

[@Bruce.-Wayne]

Wow, what a surprised.....Caddi has hit the nail with this one...didn't expect it to be cheap but this is a Beauty here

[@DejonBuick-jl2fx]

Escalade true American luxury, l love the escalade v.

[@alanincentraljersey]

A zonk free review, very impressive. It’s hard to zonk with a couple Cadillac goons looking over your shoulder, but it really is a magnificent vehicle. If I ever go EV, I’d give this a very hard look. Great review and camerawork, you did Raiti’s Ride proud.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for being so supportive!

[@atg1338]

You can't afford it 😲

[@kaye1118]

zonk free cuz Cadillac/GM was watching what he says 😆

[@alanincentraljersey]

@@atg1338 well, we own a 2022 Cadillac CT5 V and a 2023 Audi RS5 SB, so it’s not a question of affording it, it’s a question of when we would consider an EV. You probably shouldn’t judge people, not everyone is in your financial situation.

[@alanincentraljersey]

@@kaye1118 I did state that the goons were watching him, but what would you zonk?

[@VinnyB2K]

The new Escalades are awesome, looks and body lines are crisp. If Cadillac does something in the future, the crossover such as XT4 and XT5 should have a V-Line package. Comes with sport pedals, a little carbon on the interior, sport seats and a few extra touches for young buyers around their mid-20s and early 30s. What do you think Joe?

[@kinghill500]

Nice color 👌🏾

[@RaitisRides]

I think so as well

[@georgemperry]

Speaking as an early adopter of electric vehicle technology (I purchased a Tesla S100D in 2018 and drove it for 3 years) I must point out that while the vehicles themselves are typically rock solid, my Tesla was one of the best built and engineered vehicles, ICE or electric, I've ever owned and I've owned more than I can count, that's not where the problem lies. Raiti mentions the 800V charging architecture and while that's great where the heck are you going to find one? The biggest challenges lie in the infrastructure that supports the electric vehicles; what do I mean by that? Too few charging stations, chargers that are typically out of service (usually at least 50% of the available chargers), idiots that park their ICE vehicles in the charging spots then go shopping or dining, overly long charging times and most important range. In my opinion until the range, charging time and charger availability issues are mitigated I don't see the public adopting EV in any large numbers. Great video as usual thanks for your hard work!

[@4literv6]

Well said, currently only about 2% of us none tesla/nacs dc fast chargers even support 350kws and 800+v capability. And we won't mention their reliability rate either right. 😀 But come 2025 tesla and nacs port being installed as standard along with the new v4 1000v scers will ease that charging anxiety by a lot. 👍🏻😎

[@Reaperguy67]

I argree . When it comes to css chargers, I have heard of a lot of issues with them. One is the charger being offline or broken. I have also heard that some had dead screens as well. I think everyone should use the telsa port instead.

[@Theogtheogtheog]

Can’t agree more

[@appleiphone69]

98% of charging is done at home. If you stop to eat and bathroom break it’s going to be at 80% in less than 40 minutes which is less time that it takes to do everything else.

[@AutomotiveWoman]

Your Tesla experience is solid, and you're right - it's not the vehicles themselves causing the headache. But seriously, finding those fancy 800V charging spots can feel like a treasure hunt. And let's not even start on the parking spot hogs! Honestly, until charging gets easier, faster, and more available, this EV craze might just keep inching along. Your insight is pretty on-point - thanks for the reality check!

[@Dhunt17]

Only two car reviewers I respect because I'm very picky. Raiti and Forest. You guys do it the best! KEEP IT GOING!

[@t4life103]

I never liked American cars like Japanese and European cars but I think Cadillac just changed that for me now so far this car looks awesome I love it and I wish when it’s coming out I’m able to get one!😊

[@MrJeffhart24]

Tesla puts a 15" screen in.... Cadillac says "Hold My Beer"

[@jeffs6090]

More like, hold my Cristal.

[@drdetroitwheels]

Great video Joe my first car was a 1959 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Model 62 after time my dad had a brand new 1975 Coupe DeVille just say I could have gotten a new one but I wanted to 59 cuz it's the most gangster car ever made

[@jayoh4542]

Cadillac FINALLY designed a truly luxurious interior. Great job!

[@KhoiBoa]

That color is nice. Something fresh and different.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@ilovedrivingyt]

What a pleasant surprise, good job Cadillac! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@RaitisRides]

That is great that you like this one.

[@kE0N420]

That for sure is the King!!!

[@G82Watts]

Bmw x7

[@davidf1288]

Impressive inside and out. It's well thought out and delivers what passengers especially will desire. Transitions over nicely from an interior design standpoint to the next development stage of autonomous driving.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you are liking this one David!

[@Zay_05]

I’m actually excited for this to release so I can buy up the old escalades and Tahoe’s

[@AnthonyEvelyn]

SO. Only full sized GM EVs get frunks? Good preview Joe! Its a stunner.

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

This color is sweet along with brown interior leather it has a frunk up front as i call it bro

[@RaitisRides]

It really is working together!

[@davidwolf226]

I have to admit to just how attractive this large SUV is, Joe. I've been a reluctant consumer when these various EVs or BEVs have been offered over the past few years, however, a few friends have made purchases of EVs this year and they are, quite honestly, amazing. I guess my only remaining concern is the relatively short battery range and the high MSRP with so many of these vehicles. Anyway, I always appreciate the wealth of data and effort you guys put forth with each of these offerings.

[@RaitisRides]

Very good points David! You always bring some great commentary!

[@amandaburleson2035]

yea dont forget about all those harmful EMf's these Ev's give off, enjoy your cancer!!! and they dont want you to know this!!! DYOR

[@banzaibadger]

Lori always does so much amazing camera work for Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@OrganizedGarageStatus]

It's less car for more money. Thanks for the awesome review Raiti. You're the best with the details.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@BB-eb8lq]

450 miles range with 24” wheels with no exposed rear wiper? Cadillac is in the game, they ain’t playing no more! Raitis, thanks for bringing the best to us first

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome and so very right!

[@mr1star]

Your review was much better than the Cadillac private tour.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that!

[@emmanuelcharles38]

Joe, I like the contents of your videos. especially a little history lesson at the beginning of the video.. well, it's the Escalade. always best on the design, luxury, Powerful and performance.

[@PaFurGarage]

Dang this looks sharp!!

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

I am thinking of buying one when this comes.

[@karlluissenir8648]

The most radical and insane Escalade ever! Those screens!

[@RaitisRides]

Large and in charge!

[@rabeahkarram9689]

They killed it what a gorgeous suv. Wow. I want one.

[@silicron]

When I saw the news of the announcement of Escalade IQ, I was hoping that GM would give you an invite to the announcement event so we can get your initial take Joe. Great video as always.

[@bronzeflatpowergod6506]

I luv it good job caddy

[@RaitisRides]

They nailed it!

[@bronzeflatpowergod6506]

@@RaitisRides big factz

[@Roberttuck5611]

Joe that Cadillac is a thing of beauty wow . Great review as always 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@RaitisRides]

They know style at Cadillac that is for sure!

[@SuperThunder911]

Thanks Joe,great video 💪

[@cheater_robin1817]

what a beauty

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like this one

[@andrewj.mccarthy7931]

SUV version of the Celestiq

[@RaitisRides]

Close but no cigar

[@ekeprince7166]

Thanks Joe, I'm really thrilled by this Escalade IQ, especially the interior.. Cadillac got this right.

[@jesusiglesiasthebadboy3638]

Escalade beautiful

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you are liking this one

[@saq4851]

I dont know how you do it... your always the first to post vlogs on the latest vehicles... great video as always

[@RaitisRides]

You deserve the best and I want to bring it to you!

[@JSythe]

Huge.

[@Reaperguy67]

That's what he or she said

[@RaitisRides]

That’s what she said!

[@bendjiadhemar5406]

WOW Amazing. thanks Raiti's Family👏🎬👏

[@doctorsnarf8764]

*Wow, this Car is gorgeous, the range is amazing, i can't imagine how heavy it is with that range but thats super awesome! My only little knock is the glossy plastic infront truck were i see some scratches already, they need to use better plastic, but most people will get paint protection with this size and price of SUV. I hope they have a really fast charge support or that will be a huge issue. Either way looking really good.*

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad you are liking it!

[@JC-ey3uo]

Use xpell and problem solve …. Is extra 5k

[@tonymj1973]

Great job Lac! Definitely a eye catcher!

[@jgreedy4044]

Appreciate you raiti!!!!

[@mikeDcarnut]

It's truly a standout and impressive! I can imagine how large the longer Escalade IQL will be! I wonder what the overall length of the Celestiq is, as it was not yet given away.

[@Lordclase]

Welcome to the AMERICAN DREAM 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RaitisRides]

You know it man!

[@detrathebillionaire5772]

I love that they curved the Escalade verses the big boxy hearse looking suv from the past.. GREAT JOB LOVE THIS!!! 💪🏾🔥🎉🎉

[@LeDRABO]

Thanks so much for this. I'm blown over and hope to definitely get one by the grace of God, love yo videos and kudos to Lowrie(hope got the spelling right?). I'm to every new video upload. 🎉

[@alexc6946]

Man, GM is knocking it our of the park with their EVs

[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it! They are on point!

[@nitinbhardwaj9405]

Third row seems more like that of a midsize SUV rather than a Full sized one. Beautiful machine though!

[@timothyjohnson633]

Cadillac knocked this out of the park. Glad to see them think bold and out the box. It no longer looks like the Suburban, Tahoe, and Yukon. This competes well with its foreign competitors.

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you are liking what Cadillac brought Timothy!

[@timothyjohnson633]

@RaitisRides yes indeed. I'm so glad they changed the rear. That stlying was becoming outdated, in my opinion. By the way, thanks for all the work you do to bring us these vehicles.

[@saundramoragne3431]

Love the dudes guarding you as your showing us the six fig Caddy!!

[@n.j.fromcali2068]

Nice video and beautiful car !! I hope they will offer a great warranty package to match the price !!

[@vernonpaigejr.1517]

Less mechanical moving parts.

[@n.j.fromcali2068]

@@vernonpaigejr.1517 As a Tesla owner, your comment is a matter of fact but has nothing to do with giving the buyer reassurance !!

[@MILLERMARLEY]

I want to see the thigh seat extender you find in the Navigator. I also want to see full electric power up and down seats on the mid row and 3rd row. I hope 3rd row has the same headspace as mid row and front. Other wise it looks good

[@MegaRetr]

This is a complete masterpiece

[@cjones3460]

Nice job as always Joe! Forgot to mention the front has a lot of storage for all type of good snacks! I kind of got distracted by the two mafia looking guys standing there watching you lol

[@michaelstbg5872]

Cadillac's starting point of $150K could be a problem because the people that can spend this kind of money could probably just go for a Bently SUV. Looks good but dang its pricy LOL

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel

[@KenTheEdifier]

What a gorgeous vehicle. ⚡

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like this one.

[@user-ym7md4ee5s]

Can't wait to see the first drive. Cadillac is on the way back to the top of luxury vehicles!

[@BolitaDeKetica]

Those back screens should’ve been embedded in the seats, like the Celestiq… but that’s me. Great job, Joe & Laurie!

[@RaitisRides]

That would have been a nice touch. Thank you for sharing this.

[@sjhfinest]

This escalade is pure opulence. They definitely checked every box.

[@RaitisRides]

I think you are so very right about that!

[@CristianHernandez-xh7bz]

I’ll believe it when I see 450 miles of range, especially for such a large vehicle that is still modeled after a toaster

[@MSDOGS1976]

Yeah I don't believe it. But....who knows.

[@cordellcordell3357]

OMG, they really out done themselves. Bravo

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you think so.

[@tguice76]

Thank you, Joe and Lori for delivering another great overview. Having been driving GM, more specifically, Cadillac vehicles for 22 years, it is a pleasure to have a tangible glimpse into what GM will be bringing to the "new" world where EV's are expected be the primary mode of transportation. The design language of not just Cadillac but of most automobile designs in the car world has morphed into some very attractive vehicles. The soul of the ICE vehicle may be leaving but the spirit of what is to come feels good! Great Job to the Cadillac team for this one!

[@rtcturnemup7028]

I think this and the celestiq are very promising for Cadillac, I just hope they can produce these at a reasonable amount while gm produce other evs for Chevy, gmc and Buick

[@RaitisRides]

I know how you feel

[@Oneness100]

The Celestiq seems like it's more of an expression of the cost no object. It's not meant for high production and low cost. The Escalade is just the high end 3 row SUV, while Chevy, GM have lower priced versions. I don't know if Buick is going to ever produce the large 3 row SUV since they already have Chevy, GM and Cadillac which already sell quite well. I honestly don't know why Buick is still hanging around, they aren't really doing much other than they seem more on life support.

[@AutomotiveWoman]

You got it! It's like hoping Cadillac does well with these fancy cars, but also that GM can make enough other electric cars for their other brands like Chevy, GMC, and Buick. It's kind of like a dance - everyone needs to be in sync!

[@Oneness100]

​@@AutomotiveWoman What I would do if I were the head of GM, I would take out Buick and GMC and spread their engineers and marketing people over to either Chevy or Cadillac and just focus on those two brands. Chevy offers a wider range of commercial trucks and vans than GMC. Chevy offers the same SUVs and there's nothing THAT special about the GMC brand. People know Chevy Trucks and SUVs, and cars. I think Chevy could focus on a more affordable luxury trim level for all of their vehicles along with the other affordable trims, rather than putting them under the Buick or GMC labels.

[@juliobello4561]

@@Oneness100Buick is really big in China I think is the only reason why is still alive.

[@anthonybaez52]

Oh wowwwwwww it’s awesome

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you Anthony.

[@cassidybb10]

Love the styling rear lamps give the fin look

[@batmanxgr]

Cadillac Escalade IQ just killed it. Mercedes, Lexus and who or whatever else just dropped their mouth. This is absolutely amazing. And from Los Angeles to Las Vegas on one charge with miles to spare around Vegas.

[@hayleyandkilo]

im sure the 130 degree heat wont effect affect the battery at all

[@hayleyandkilo]

also, you seriously think lexus cares about what GM does ?

[@barneyjenkins8097]

@@hayleyandkiloyes they do. It’s thier literal competition lol

[@hayleyandkilo]

@@barneyjenkins8097 no, cadillac has been dead for a long time. comparing ghetto azz gm to merc and lexus is rediculous. mercedes are actually junk too,

[@PDLM1221]

I like it , I don’t know about the price but I’m glad they jumped in big time ! I hope when the time comes I hope I can buy one m I was thinking my next car would be electric and a Tesla but this makes me look the other way , now it’s got my attention!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could bring the details to you!

[@hayleyandkilo]

dont worry about the price, the people that can afford it are not people that have time to make youtube comments.

[@OneEyedRascal]

I’m glad they’re down to earth with their pricing

[@hayleyandkilo]

what video did you watch ?

[@OneEyedRascal]

@@hayleyandkilo sarcasm mate

[@hayleyandkilo]

@@OneEyedRascal its hard to detect nowadays because so many of these comments i think are done by AI, BOTS and worst of all simps and GM fanboys

[@IEtoileFilanteI]

Love that paint color. It glows

[@wstkodak]

Wow that is one incredible beast

[@chrisgelo1425]

You know what I think is since we are in the IQ we better have some candy. 🍬. Hopefully we can fit a bunch of smarties. We all know fish is brain food so we should be able to get some baked fish, I would prefer Tilapia cause you know when boosting your IQ you have to keep your brains health in tip top shape 😉

[@davidp2888]

Stunning vehicle, the styling is amazing. If I needed something of that size I’d consider it.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you are digging this one!

[@hayleyandkilo]

no you wouldnt, nuther bot comment

[@queenhayden7060]

All I can say is amaaaazing😮✨

[@AntonioDiaz]

Looks beautiful 😮 wow! ❤

[@kuruptzZz]

It's so crazy how far this has come, from being the poster boy of gas guzzling beasts. Kudos GM!

[@kuruptzZz]

@Felix-of4wt Well I was born and raised as a muslim. So you're kind of preaching to the choir here. Also, what does islam have to do with my post?

[@seymorefact4333]

😂🤣 Looks like a Navigator and Grand Highlander ate to many Doritos and Mt. Dew!

[@RaitisRides]

Lol you are freaking hilarious

[@jimschlesinger7029]

Agree. Navigator seats and center console

[@codycrawford2385]

Cadillac always kills it, Cadillac has been a car in my family so I got my own and love it so far, I want more

[@SkulLenityXenoverse]

I’m loving this Escalade I want it my girlfriend always wanted an Escalade now I do too